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Firelight Camps

2.5 star property
Lodge with a full-service spa, 4-minute walk to Buttermilk Falls State Park

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Escape to Firelight Camps, where the great outdoors meets modern comforts. Located near Ithaca College and State Theatre of Ithaca, this lodge offers shopping on site, a cozy firepit, and a serene garden for relaxation. Treat yourself to hiking/biking trails or unwind with a Swedish massage at the spa. Enjoy in-room WiFi and family-friendly fun at the arcade/game room or library.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

King Tent

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
6 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Electric King tent

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
6 bathrooms
Free bottled water
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
6 bathrooms
Free bottled water
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1150 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850

What's nearby

  • Buttermilk Falls State Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ithaca College - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • State Theatre of Ithaca - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Ithaca Commons - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Cornell University - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dandy @ Rogan's Corner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Firelight Camps

Lodge near Buttermilk Falls State Park
Located close to Ithaca College and State Theatre of Ithaca, Firelight Camps provides shopping on site, a firepit, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and charcoal grills
  • A water dispenser, meeting rooms, and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Firelight Camps boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • 6 bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 2014
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 2 AM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and April 30.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, 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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Firelight Camps Safari Ithaca
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Firelight Camps Campground Ithaca
Firelight Camps Campground
Firelight Camps Campsite Ithaca
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Firelight Camps Lodge Ithaca

Frequently asked questions

Is Firelight Camps pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Firelight Camps?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Firelight Camps?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Firelight Camps?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Firelight Camps located?

Situated near the airport, this spa lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Buttermilk Falls State Park and Ithaca College. State Theatre of Ithaca and Ithaca Commons are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Firelight Camps Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Peaceful and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, magical camping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. The staff is so welcoming and accomodating. The tent was clean, beautiful and spacious. Bath area was a tad famurther away from ourvtent, but the facilities were excellent. There were plenty of areas around the property to relax and enjoy nature, hammocks, pucnic tables, fire pit areas. Great trails for hiking. So close to downtown Ithaca, state parks,restaurants and shopping. I highly recommend visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience! Amazing plus staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed last minute to drop off my son at college. Perfect for us because we live camping. Would recommend for families.

10/10 Excellent

Kesang

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful experience for my mini family. Will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen

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

Ithaca Glamping

First time glampers. We enjoyed being close to all the waterfall parks. The beds were so comfortable! Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

hemali

First time experience of glamping and we enjoyed it. Was very quite and since we went in weekdays less people so bathrooms was very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Chill space

So wonderful… definitely spreading the word about this chillaxing spot!
Waking up to this❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little spot with great service. Loved our tend and cozying up by the fire. Delicious breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the whole vibe of Ithaca . The staff and tents were amazing . The beds very comfortable. Drinks at the bar amazing. Everything was organic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views. Quaint. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique experience! Highly recommend! It's such a inviting and cozy atmosphere. It's the perfect location to explore during the day and relax by the fire in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Comfortable units, but expected it to be a little more quiet and off the main road. Good breakfast, and fire
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coralee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area and location are beautiful and perfect for a relaxing weekend away! The breakfast was great, they had fire starter kits to use to make your own fire if you didn’t want to be by the main one, and the s’mores kits provided were adorable and delicious! Everyone in staff was kind, helpful, and ensured we had a great stay and had everything we needed! I can’t wait to share with all my friends and family and to come back!!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall really nice

tent was nice, weather was OK, but that made a tent stay even better. Staff were friendly if a little disengaged. Amenities were good and it was as clean as a camp site can be - the washrooms were nice. Fire pits were awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Found out glamping isn't really my style and the weather (with heat warning) didn't help but property itself is fine. Only thing was that the tent got too hot during the day. More uncomfortable than outside. Would consider staying again in the fall when weather's cooler.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful tents and bedding. The bathrooms and showers were clean bright and nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The lobby tent has free water coffee and tea. It also has a bar, board games and the campfires outside. There were enough that we have our own fire to enjoy and cook our smores. Took the trail to buttermilk falls park. We started late so didn’t make it to the main falls but it was a beautiful hike in the woods on good paths- did have some steep sections and stairs in the park. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very unique experience! The location allows walking opportunities to good food at the restaurant on the grounds and an upscale Spa. All areas of the grounds and facilities where clean and well kept. Signs of LGBTQ acceptance with safe place physical signage and unisex bathroom option. Every part of this trip was relaxing and enjoyable! Check in before dark or bring a lantern. Grounds are dark at times in between motion sensor path lights. Once you’ve been to your room you will have a portable lantern to use
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenny

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

Wonderful stay as long as you don't need any sleep

I feel truly bad only giving this place 3 stars as almost the entire experience was amazing! Love the concept & amenities, super clean, so many fire pits so you felt like you were roasting your marshmellows for your complimentary s'mores in your own little world. But given this was a sleeping accommodation and we were not able to sleep any, I just cannot rate it at 5 stars. For the most part, everyone at the campground got the memo that this is a peaceful, connecting with nature experience....except for the tent of people right beside us and their friends who were staying two tents down from us. The people stayed out on their deck beside us talking in full volume voices until almost daylight and the friends walked between the two tents, up and down the gravel paths (crunch, crunch, CRUNCH) so many times that I wouldn't be surprised if Firelight had to dump more gravel in the ruts of the paths after their stay. My husband and I were so sleep deprived by the next morning that when we checked out, we just drove home and cancelled the plans we had made for that day (very disappointing as that was the whole reason we were in the area looking for accommodations to begin with). We have stayed at similar "glamping" experiences previously and those organizations maintained the quiet hours much more successfully than Firelight (as we never heard anyone go to the tent and ask them to quiet down). Such a wonderful experience that turned very disapointing. :(
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Place was beautiful and lovely staff…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surpassed my expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025