Ithaca, New York, offers a selection of boutique hotels that blend historic character with modern amenities. The Argos Inn, housed in a former mayor's mansion, features geothermal heating and cooling, a sun porch, and an outdoor stone patio, with rooms that mix historic details with contemporary comforts like heated stone slab floors in select bathrooms. This environmentally friendly hotel also includes an on-site bar serving classic cocktails and local beverages. For a more traditional option, the Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca, set near a green garden and minutes from Cornell University and Tompkins Regional Airport, provides spacious rooms with modern furniture, an indoor pool, and a fitness center, along with a daily hot breakfast at The Bistro.
Travelers seeking extended stays or families will find the Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca caters to their needs with all-suite rooms featuring fully equipped kitchenettes and free Wi-Fi. Located about 4 miles from downtown Ithaca, this hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to both Cornell and the airport, alongside an outdoor pool, sports courts, and a Wednesday night reception with light dinner and drinks. Budget-conscious visitors can expect rates suitable for various travelers, with amenities like free parking and breakfast included at many of these boutique hotels.