Surrounded by the scenic beauty of Ithaca, Best Western University Inn offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and a free airport shuttle. Unwind at the seasonal pool or get energized at the 24-hour gym. With in-room WiFi, express check-out, helpful staff and an ideal location near Cornell University.
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 12 min drive
Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 28 min drive
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 53 min drive
Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton) - 67 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
BG Buda’s East Hill Italian Grill - 6 min walk
Cornell Dairy Bar - 2 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min walk
Vinifera Ithaca - 3 min drive
Coal Yard Cafe - 16 min walk
About this property
Best Western University Inn
Best Western University Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cornell University and Ithaca College. You can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Also, Buttermilk Falls State Park and Cayuga Lake are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Public winery tours
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Vineyard
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Accessible airport shuttle
Visual alarms in hallways
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day (maximum USD 2000 per stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to September
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western University Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western University Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 70 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western University Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Best Western University Inn?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western University Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Best Western University Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and hunting. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around Best Western University Inn like?
Best Western University Inn is located a short 8-minute walk from Reis Tennis Center. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Best Western University Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.8
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 18, 2025
Decent facility okay for quick stay
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Love staying here
Shekhar
Shekhar, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Location is great.
Nikhil
Nikhil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 8, 2025
Ithaca visit
Nice spacious room, good pool, AC a tad noisy, a lttile out of town but close to a few stores.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
It was a cheap hotel with a decent continental breakfast
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2025
Bonnie from best western was really helpful. She worked with hotel.com customer service to fix reservation issue. She was very friendly and courteous during check in. Great example of excellent customer service.
We stayed in room 144 which was next to laundry machines for hotels. The machines were running all Night and there was constant noise.
Rupali
Rupali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Great hotel, friendly staff and clean and updated facilities
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2025
Amazing
It was amazing. I always book this hotel for their breakfast because we work long hours and don't have time to go out to eat
Moira
Moira, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Amazing
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Close to a nice grocery store and coffee/bagel/sandwich shop.
Pool was clean. Breakfast was good.
Front desk staff was super helpful in recovering forgotten wallet.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
They were very nice and the rooms are very comfortable.
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2025
Good overall place to stay
Wayne
Wayne, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
I’m satisfied
Hong
Hong, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2025
Great location, musty room
Kathryn
Kathryn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Clean and good to live
WEI
WEI, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
We really enjoy our family room at the hotel.
Eva
Eva, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 23, 2025
No sleep
Bed was hard, very noisy ice machine.
People outside our room very loud. Over priced very dated
susan
susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
I always love staying here.
I love about staying here is there food options which allows me to have a good source of protein for the day and go to work early.
Moira
Moira, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 29, 2025
Not the best in the west
Poop on toilet ,hair in the tub ,and on the soap ,you could kick up dirt in the carpet the night stand had stains all over it and dusty and the drawer under the tv looked like something was smeared all over it and half the lights in the bathroom did not work
steve
steve, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 22, 2025
Nice hotel, clean, comfortable, does the job
Coeli
Coeli, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
The suite is very clean and comfortable.
XiuYun
XiuYun, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Close to Cornell University
mengtao
mengtao, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 17, 2025
I did not get a room with two queen beds as per my booking.
Friendly atmosphere in general.
Jyotiraj
Jyotiraj, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2025
Great hotel for the area if the price is right!
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2025
Good customer service. Free breakfast. Nice to spend the night. Great value for the price. Needs some maintenance on the door handles