Hotels in Ithaca

Gorges carve through this college town, where waterfalls cascade dramatically at every turn. Cornell University's clock tower stands sentinel over Cayuga Lake, where wineries dot the shoreline with tasting rooms offering local vintages. The Ithaca Commons pedestrian mall buzzes with independent shops and cafes frequented by students and professors engaged in passionate debates. Robert H. Treman State Park showcases nature's sculptural talents with swimming holes beneath tumbling falls. The Farmers Market transforms shopping into a social event, with vendors selling everything from artisanal cheese to handcrafted furniture. Fall brings a riot of color to the surrounding hills, while winter transforms the landscape into a wonderland for cross-country skiing and ice skating.