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

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with chocolates and a welcome sign, two glasses of water, and a view of a town through the window.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and red umbrellas.

A modern building with a reflective glass facade, a stone base, and a flat roof.

1. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

Ithaca

hillary

$275 nightly

$325 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large clock.

A hotel with a parking lot and a covered outdoor area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a stone accent wall, and a tiled floor.

2. Cayuga Blu Hotel

Ithaca

Christine

$111 nightly

$126 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A spacious dining area with round tables, chairs, and large windows offering views of buildings.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

3. Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Downtown Ithaca

Natalie

$161 nightly

$190 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

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

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a clear glass door.

A building with a sign reading 'Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.'

A small dog sitting on a stone ledge with a waterfall in the background.

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

South Hill

Jennifer

$105 nightly

$119 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A hotel lobby with a television mounted on a wooden wall, a reception desk with a 'Boarding Pass' sign, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a television, seating area, and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof and a sign indicating it is a Courtyard Inn.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

Ithaca

Steve

$130 nightly

$147 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, white tiled backsplash, and a countertop with candles.

A hotel reception desk with a 'Hilton Honors' sign, three pendant lights, and a patterned rug.

A building with a 'canopy' sign above the entrance.

6. Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

Downtown Ithaca

graciela

$139 nightly

$164 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A set of stone steps leading up a rocky cliff, surrounded by greenery.

An outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by stacked firewood and a covered structure.

A compact kitchen with a red Galanz refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a clock on the wall.

7. La Tourelle Inn & Spa

South Hill

Christina Marie

$129 nightly

$146 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a red armchair, a floor lamp, and artwork on the wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted on a marble wall, and seating arrangements.

A lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a round table, a mirror, and a large window.

A modern living room with a dining area, a large window with artwork, a dark wood cabinet, and a potted plant.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca

Angela

$143 nightly

$168 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a door.

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with sofas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a flagpole.

9. Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

Ithaca

Rahul

$95 nightly

$112 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage, with a stone pathway leading to a viewing platform.

A large, multi-story house with a wrap-around porch, a tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

A woman in a white robe standing in a room with a large chandelier, a staircase, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a forested landscape.

10. Inn at Taughannock Falls

Trumansburg

Debra

$289 nightly

$327 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies on the upper floors and a well-lit facade.

A balcony with wooden flooring and two chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

11. Hotel Ithaca

Downtown Ithaca

Daniel

$127 nightly

$149 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a fireplace.

12. Best Western University Inn

Ithaca

Jianjun

$118 nightly

$134 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a TV on the wall.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a white countertop, and a coffee machine.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar area with tap handles, and a chalkboard menu.

13. The Dorm Hotel

Ithaca

Shveta

$92 nightly

$108 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A hotel with a prominent sign, a flag, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a dining area, a bed, a TV, and a sofa.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

Ithaca

Veronica

$152 nightly

$172 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a building with large windows.

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a large window, and a fireplace with vintage suitcases.

A cozy room with a sofa, a chair, a table with a book, and a large potted plant.

15. Argos Inn

Downtown Ithaca

Jennifer

$159 nightly

$187 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a green chair, and a desk with drawers.

A modern conference room with a central table, multiple chairs, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

16. Hampton Inn Ithaca

Ithaca

Jennifer

$122 nightly

$144 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A stone-walled building with a bench outside, a glass door, and a visible window.

A compact hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and kitchenette.

A lobby with two grey upholstered chairs, a small round table with a vase and a book, and three framed artworks on the wall.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca by IHG

Ithaca

Roger

$109 nightly

$129 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

A room with two yellow tufted chairs, a small round table, and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of the street and buildings outside.

A room with a fireplace, two purple armchairs, a round table, and a mirror above the fireplace.

18. William Henry Miller Inn

Downtown Ithaca

Jane

$264 nightly

$312 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a sunshade.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a large window with a view of greenery, and a round coffee table.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

Ithaca

CAROLYN

$122 nightly

$144 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

A yellow building with a white porch and a door.

A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, a pitcher of orange juice, a bowl of fruit, and a vase of flowers.

20. Inn On Columbia

South Hill

Hoa

$234 nightly

$276 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

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Stay near popular attractions in and around Cayuga Heights

Cayuga Heights offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventures, romantic getaways, and stunning scenery. With a variety of attractions that embrace culture and family experiences, your stay near these captivating spots promises an unforgettable vacation filled with exploration and relaxation.

A tall clock tower with a pointed roof and two large clocks.

Cornell University

9.4/10 (1,893 reviews)

Experience the best of academic charm at Cornell University, a vibrant institution that blends city vibes with stunning campus views. Located about 0.9 miles by car from Cayuga Heights, it offers easy access to cultural events and beautiful gardens, making it a convenient stop during your visit.

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A water fountain with multiple jets, a modern building, and a clear blue sky with clouds.

Ithaca College

9.2/10 (873 reviews)

Often cited as a favorite among college campus visitors, Ithaca College offers a vibrant atmosphere and engaging city vibes. Located about 3 miles from Cayuga Heights, this modern institution is perfect for a quick visit and provides a convenient base for exploring the surrounding area.

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A waterfall cascading into a clear pool surrounded by lush greenery.

Buttermilk Falls State Park

9.4/10 (950 reviews)

Ideal for travelers interested in outdoor adventures, Buttermilk Falls State Park offers stunning scenery and a variety of recreational activities. Located about 4 miles from Cayuga Heights, it provides easy access to beautiful hiking trails and picturesque waterfalls, making it a convenient spot for nature lovers.

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A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs.

Robert H. Treman State Park

9.4/10 (520 reviews)

Considered a premier spot for outdoor enthusiasts, Robert H. Treman State Park offers breathtaking scenery and adventure. Located about 6 miles by car from Cayuga Heights, visitors can easily access its stunning landscapes, making it a convenient base for exploring this beautiful area.

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A garden with a stone wall, a metal gate, and various flowering plants.

Cornell Botanic Gardens

9.6/10 (148 reviews)

An essential stop for families and couples, Cornell Botanic Gardens offers a serene escape into nature. This stunning garden showcases diverse plant collections and tranquil landscapes, perfect for leisurely strolls. Located about 1 mile from Cayuga Heights, it provides easy access for a refreshing day outdoors.

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Cornell Lab of Ornithology

9.4/10 (36 reviews)

Birdwatchers and nature lovers will find a captivating experience at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This environmental center showcases the wonders of avian life through interactive exhibits and stunning research. Located about 2 miles from Cayuga Heights, it offers easy access to a hub of eco-friendly education and exploration.

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Sciencenter

9.0/10 (25 reviews)

Perfectly suited for families, Sciencenter in Ithaca offers an engaging science museum experience filled with interactive exhibits and educational fun. Located about 1 mile by car from Cayuga Heights, it's an easy drive, making it a great spot for families looking to explore science together.

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EcoVillage at Ithaca

7.8/10 (68 reviews)

A must-see for eco-conscious travelers, EcoVillage at Ithaca offers a unique glimpse into sustainable living through its innovative community design and environmental initiatives. Located about 4 miles by car from Cayuga Heights, it serves as a serene retreat to explore and learn about green practices while enjoying the area's natural beauty.

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Top Cayuga Heights Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ithaca

10/10 Excellent

"Chech in staff friendly and helpful. We stayed in the North Tower. The room was perfect, clean and comfortable. Bathrobe provided was a nice touch. Disposable slippers would be great. Would definitely stay here again. Location was great with good parking."

Cayuga Blu Hotel

8/10 Good

"I was there just briefly overnight so did not take advantage of the amenities but it was clean, bed was comfortable, air temperature was good. I didn’t interact with many staff members but those I did interact with were friendly. The breakfast buffet looked amazing but I was on a time crunch and did not take advantage of. I would recommend on your visit to the Ithaca area."

The Dorm Hotel

8/10 Good

"Excellent staff, People at the front desk are very helpful, kind and take very good care of their customers. Very creative Cornell decor and makes you feel as part of community. Has a great bar too."

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed here multiple times while my daughter attends college. I will always stay here if they have rooms. My rooms have always been clean and the front desk staff is always friendly. The location is great for walking around, restaurants and a nice uphill walk to campus."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

10/10 Excellent

"Great location for a great price. Clean and spacious room, comfy bed, hot shower, breakfast included. This was a last minute booking and i’m really happy I picked here. Exceeded my expectations for my overnight stay. Will definitely look to stay here again in the future. Thank you."

Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, spacious rooms, decent breakfast and courteous staff. Will definitely stay here again."

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

8/10 Good

"Nice, decent, clean hotel"

Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

10/10 Excellent

"I've stayed at Greek Peak several times as my daughter is a Senior at Cortland University. So glad we found out about this wonderful resort 15 minutes from the campus. Staff is always friendly and professional. Thank you for the early check-in! It was really appreciated!"

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Meadow Court Inn

529 S Meadow St Ithaca NY

$56 nightly

$66 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

2 River St Cortland NY

$92 nightly

$107 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (598 reviews)

The Dorm Hotel

518 Stewart Ave Ithaca NY

$92 nightly

$108 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

356 Elmira Rd Ithaca NY

$95 nightly

$112 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Cayuga Blu Hotel

2310 N Triphammer Rd Ithaca NY

$111 nightly

$126 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews)

Best Western University Inn

1020 Ellis Hollow Rd Ithaca NY

$118 nightly

$134 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Cayuga Heights?

The best area to stay in Cayuga Heights is the residential area west of Triphammer Road and south of Highland Road.This area is primarily residential, known for its tree-lined streets and larger homes, many with views of Cayuga Lake. It offers a more secluded and tranquil experience compared to the busier parts of Ithaca, while still being conveniently close to Cornell University and downtown Ithaca.For couples seeking a quiet and scenic retreat, this neighborhood is ideal. The spacious properties and mature landscaping provide a peaceful setting, great for relaxed strolls. Its proximity to the Cornell Botanic Gardens also offers opportunities for leisurely walks and enjoying nature.For families, the residential nature of this area provides a comfortable and spacious environment. The larger homes often come with more amenities, and the quiet streets are well-suited for families looking for a relaxed stay.

When is the best time to go to Cayuga Heights?

The best time to visit Cayuga Heights is during the shoulder seasons, specifically late spring (May to early June) and early fall (September to October), to enjoy pleasant weather and fewer crowds.During late spring, the weather is mild, and the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes region, including Cayuga Lake, is at its peak with blooming flowers and lush greenery. This period is ideal for couples interested in outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby state parks or exploring the local wineries along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail without the peak summer rush.Early fall offers comfortable temperatures and the vibrant display of autumn foliage, making it a picturesque time for sightseeing and exploring the area's natural attractions.

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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Cayuga Heights.

How much is the nightly rate at a Cayuga Heights hotel?

Prices for hotels in Cayuga Heights often vary, but you can find a great deal from $66 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Cayuga Heights hotels

1. The Statler Hotel at Cornell University

2. Cayuga Blu Hotel

3. Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

6. Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

7. La Tourelle Inn & Spa

8. Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

9. Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

10. Inn at Taughannock Falls

11. Hotel Ithaca

12. Best Western University Inn

13. The Dorm Hotel

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca

15. Argos Inn

16. Hampton Inn Ithaca

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ithaca by IHG

18. William Henry Miller Inn

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

20. Inn On Columbia

Stay near popular attractions in and around Cayuga Heights

Cornell University

Ithaca College

Buttermilk Falls State Park

Robert H. Treman State Park

Cornell Botanic Gardens

Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Sciencenter

EcoVillage at Ithaca

Top Cayuga Heights Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ithaca

Cayuga Blu Hotel

The Dorm Hotel

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ithaca, NY

Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

Hope Lake Lodge & Indoor Waterpark

More cheap stays in Cayuga Heights

Meadow Court Inn

HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof & Conference Center Cortland

The Dorm Hotel

Quality Inn Ithaca - University Area

Cayuga Blu Hotel

Best Western University Inn

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