What's it like in Downtown Ithaca?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Ithaca's Downtown Ithaca neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons as part of your Downtown Ithaca travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Ithaca?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Ithaca is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Ithaca. This hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Ithaca Commons, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons and Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Ithaca?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Ithaca, you can choose from 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Ithaca.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Ithaca, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Ithaca.

What is there to do in this Ithaca neighbourhood?

While you're in Downtown Ithaca, you could catch a show at State Theatre of Ithaca or Kitchen Theater. Ithaca Commons and The History Center are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Ithaca include Center Ithaca, Cascadilla Gorge Trail and Puddledockers. When you're sightseeing in Ithaca, Sciencenter and Ithaca Farmers Market are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Downtown Ithaca Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown Ithaca hotels

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a large window with stained glass.

1. Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

Downtown Ithaca

Faye

RM606 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A spacious library with bookshelves, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.

2. Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Downtown Ithaca

Stephanie

RM733 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca

Syed

RM687 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

4. Hotel Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca

David

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A building with a white facade, large windows, and a sign that reads "See you again soon."

5. Argos Inn

Downtown Ithaca

Henderson

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A large brick building with a steeply pitched roof, a prominent chimney, and a small tower-like structure on the roof.

6. William Henry Miller Inn

Downtown Ithaca

Bahriye

RM1,127 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

The Statler Hotel's exterior with a view of the lobby, including seating and lighting.

7. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

1.6 km from Downtown Ithaca

Brian

RM1,272 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a wall with red and black decor.

8. The Dorm Hotel

1 km from Downtown Ithaca

Randy

RM421 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern dining area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and pendant lighting.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

2.3 km from Downtown Ithaca

Thomas

RM589 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern indoor pool with clear blue water, surrounded by black metal chairs and tables.

10. Hampton Inn Ithaca

2 km from Downtown Ithaca

Christopher

RM588 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca by IHG

2.5 km from Downtown Ithaca

Abby

RM487 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A spacious living room with a beige sofa, a dark armchair, and a coffee table. There is a large window with curtains, a framed map on the wall, and a kitchen area with a counter and cabinets.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Ithaca

South Side, 0.8 km from Downtown Ithaca

Roy

RM405 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

13. Best Western University Inn

3.2 km from Downtown Ithaca

MaryGrace

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Inn On Columbia

South Hill, 0.7 km from Downtown Ithaca

Debra

RM1,021 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a Christmas tree, and poinsettia plants.

15. Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

2.3 km from Downtown Ithaca

Jennifer

RM437 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with a pergola.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

4.8 km from Downtown Ithaca

Annie

RM702 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a red fence, and yellow flowers.

17. Meadow Court Inn

0.9 km from Downtown Ithaca

Valentin

RM242 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A waterfall cascading over rocky ledges into a calm pool surrounded by autumn foliage.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

South Hill, 3.6 km from Downtown Ithaca

Jon

RM416 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a large TV mounted on the wall, a wooden shelf with decorative items, and a carpeted floor.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

5.6 km from Downtown Ithaca

Zhihao

RM526 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table with snacks, and a wine glass.

20. La Tourelle Inn & Spa

South Hill, 4.3 km from Downtown Ithaca

Janet

RM623 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Ithaca

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Argos Inn	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 430 reviews	View
William Henry Miller Inn	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 169 reviews	View
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

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