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    The Dorm Hotel

    4.6 (20 reviews)
    Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Emily H.

    Great price, amazing location, clean and friendly people. Felt safe and enjoyed the tiny rooms and design. It would be a very tight fit with a second person in the room. Plenty of free parking and room was air conditioned, water was hot, what else could you want for a quick trip to town? Remember when life was simple and the biggest stress was your final exam?

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    Daniela W.

    I've stayed here now and love it. 10/10 recommend. Cozy and great location. Clean as well.

    Brian M.

    Great hotel. I had to take one star off for the lack of coffee. There was never anything more than a few drops of it in the tank and we were always on the go so didn't stop and ask. Other than that, no complaints besides the wall remote not working. But I didn't mind that. Room was nice and cold from the AC. Everything was clean. Self pour beers were cool. Front desk was personable and gave good advice for places to check out. I wouldn't get here late to park your car, but a lot is in walking distance any way if you're able bodied. Would stay here again. Just bring my own coffee.

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    Vikki D.

    Adorable! A bit pricey but totally renovated and has many in-room conveniences like power shades, heat and cool control, and a renovated bathroom (I miss having a tub though). Downstairs is covered in cartoon style murals of the area, the common area has couch seating with a fireplace and tv plus some entertainment like games and books, with a mini pub height dining area and common fridge. You can buy small snacks, although I suggest you walk the 15-20 minutes downtown to grab some food. You pass by some pretty streams on the way and gorgeous homes. Don't eat too much, the walk back is uphill. There was a cat staying at the hotel when I was there, and I of course tried to make her love me. The highlight, besides the adorable dorm set up (sink in your room, sure!) is the wine tap downstairs. It's card activated, so grab a glass and tap to pour. Many styles of rooms available too.

    Lounge is really charming and plays the Cornell theme with humor and warmth.
    Delis G.

    Place has character and charm!! Literally steps from Cornell's gorgeous campus, the Dorm Hotel is a Cornell dorm room themed boutique hotel. The proximity is especially a bonus given the ample free on-site parking including the EV charging station. Just get your comfortable campus shoes ready and walk to Cornell. Run and owned by a Cornell Hotel School alum, this establishment is a testament to the world class status of the Hotel School. The place feels hip, relevant, quirky and warm all at the same time. I personally liked the self-pour local craft beer and wine bar in the lounge. Our room the "Sophomore" was very sweet. Furnished with a very comfortable Queen sized bed, a desk with bench and a very charming (spic & span clean) and modern sink area and bathroom. A central control has all the settings for the window blind, lights and temperature control. My only critique is that a comfortable chair in the corner would have added to the amenities. Beth at the front desk was charming and very helpful. We were late strolling around the stunning campus and forgot about our check-out time. They contacted us and were very understanding and thankfully low key when we arrived a good 30 minutes later. Very friendly rate given the property. We would definitely recommend and return to this "dorm"!

    The Dorm is all about Big Red!

    The front desk person was super friendly and made a great first impression. The room was cozy (small), very clean, the bed was extremely comfortable and the ac was cold, never ran out of hot water. We enjoyed the close proximity to the university and downtown, and the beer and wine on tap. The apricot wheat beer was really tasty! My only cons would be that you can hear everything; people walking down the stairs and talking, walking above you. And parking is tricky. Other than that I'd definitely stay here again. Ithaca is an amazing town and we will absolutely be back.

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    Loved the Cornell themed boutique hotel. The rooms are very clean and cozy. The location is the best.

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    Clean/comfortable, well-staffed and fantastic proximity to campus

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    The Dorm Hotel - hotels - Updated October 2026

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