Downtown Ithaca Travel Guide

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A street sign for 'Aurora St N' and 'Ithaca Commons' with autumn trees in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Ithaca attractions

Ithaca Commons

8.8/10 (1,399 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ithaca Commons during your visit to Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
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Top hotels in Downtown Ithaca

Hotel Ithaca

Hotel Ithaca

3 out of 5
222 South Cayuga Street Ithaca NY
The price is ฿3,334 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,334
฿3,934 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,015 reviews)
"Everything"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Hotel Ithaca
Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown

4 out of 5
324 East State Street Ithaca NY
The price is ฿4,832 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,832
฿5,701 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Hotel is beautiful. Rooms are nice and clean. Location is perfect near the commons. Only problem is that they do not have onsite parking. Going back and forth to the nearby parking garage was a hassle."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Canopy by Hilton Ithaca Downtown
Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons

3.5 out of 5
120 S Aurora St Ithaca NY
The price is ฿5,568 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿5,568
฿6,570 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Convenient downtown location - close to proximity to restaurants and bus stop to Cornell campus!"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca

3 out of 5
130 E. Seneca Street Ithaca NY
The price is ฿4,967 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,967
฿5,861 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca
Argos Inn

Argos Inn

4 out of 5
408 E State Street Ithaca NY
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The price is ฿3,687 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,687
฿4,424 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ithaca. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Buttermilk ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (422 reviews)
"The bar was the best with great bartenders. Iris was very helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Argos Inn
William Henry Miller Inn

William Henry Miller Inn

4 out of 5
303 N Aurora St Ithaca NY
The price is ฿9,999 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿9,999
฿11,799 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Ithaca. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Buttermilk Falls State Park and Cascadilla Gorge Trail are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

William Henry Miller Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown Ithaca

Find the best Downtown Ithaca areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfall cascading into a clear pool surrounded by lush greenery.
Photo by Erica R Hopper
Open Photo by Erica R Hopper

South Hill

Unique features of South Hill include the waterfalls and coffee shops. Make a stop by Buttermilk Falls State Park or Butterfield Stadium while you're exploring the area.

A water fountain with multiple jets, a modern building, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
Photo by Justin Bayer
Open Photo by Justin Bayer

South Hill

While South Hill isn't home to many top sights, Ithaca Commons and State Theatre of Ithaca are some notable places to visit nearby.

A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by rocky cliffs and snow patches.

East Ithaca

You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in East Ithaca. You might want to make time for a stop at Six Mile Creek Vineyard or Reis Tennis Center.

A waterfall surrounded by autumn foliage in a forested gorge.

Fall Creek

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fall Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Falls Natural Area and Ithaca Farmers Market.

A river with a bridge, grassy banks, and buildings in the background.
Photo by Shannon Willitts
Open Photo by Shannon Willitts

West Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Ithaca Farmers Market and Hangar Theatre.

Downtown Ithaca Travel Guide