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Best Western University Inn

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Ithaca

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NT$3,504
NT$3,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Fireplace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1020 Ellis Hollow Rd, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • Ithaca Commons - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cornell University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ithaca College - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collegetown Bagels - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trillium - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cornell Dairy Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Terrace Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Souvlaki House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western University Inn

Hotel near Cornell University
Located close to Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca, Best Western University Inn provides free to-go breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, a water dispenser, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 101 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 2000 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 70 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 2000 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western University Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western University Inn?

As of 2025/8/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western University Inn on 2025/9/4 start from NT$3,504, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western University Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 70 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western University Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western University Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Best Western University Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Best Western University Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–10:00 PM on request.

Where is Best Western University Inn located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cornell University, Ithaca Commons, and State Theatre of Ithaca. Ithaca College and Cayuga Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Best Western University Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 410 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kuruswamy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, friendly staff, enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shekhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Besufekad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and excellent services.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nikhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a cheap hotel with a decent continental breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always, had an excellent stay here. Very convenient if you are visiting Cornell University or the amazing state parks nearby. Breakfast was good - waffles, eggs, sausages, bagels, fresh fruits etc. even our fur baby loved it here. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shyam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good, great location and convenient. Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was a little run down..cracked and peeling paint on ceiling over bed...mattresses definitely need replacing..staff was very nice and accommodating...breakfast buffet was great 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the cleanliness of the room and the quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, friendly staff and clean and updated facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious. I would have liked it if there wasn’t an extra towel hanging behind the bathroom door and a couple beads on the floor by the desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maryana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The sheets were clean, but I wish they were a little newer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very nice and the rooms are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Great location, musty room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

WEI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good to live
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I’m satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is very old, dark and not well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I always love staying here.

I love about staying here is there food options which allows me to have a good source of protein for the day and go to work early.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ahmed

Liked: Staff & service
There was no body lotion or conditioner in the bathroom. The carpet has an unpleasant odor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoy our family room at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Pramod

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shixin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Madison

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No refund even when the state you are coming from is having an extreme weather emergency 3 people in my area died from flash flooding but still got charged for the full length of stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025