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Hillside Inn

518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
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Hillside Inn
Ranked #14 of 18 Ithaca B&B and Inns
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Left Coast
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Hillside Inn is a GREAT place... if you need a place to sleep this is GREAT. NO spas... NO pools... but that's OK if you don't need spas and pools right? VERY convenient to Cornell U... local bistros... hiking trails... and the lovely fingerlake vineyards. The staff are most helpful... Rhonda, Robert, Jim (the owner), Garrett and Pete... they were... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

I am having a very nice stay there, very close to campus, very good service, it worth every penny, wifi internet working, excellent back and front view, generous free breakfast, took me back to 1970s days, staff are very helpful and nice.

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Lake Wylie, South Carolina
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Don't let the Trip Advisor seal on the front door of this supposed "hotel" fool you. It simply means that many other people have also written bad reviews. My husband and I booked a two night room stay in April for Ithaca College's accepted student weekend. At the rate of $110 per night, we assumed the hotel would be adequate.... More

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Peter S, Front Office Manager at Hillside Inn, responded to this review
4 May 2013

The Hillside Inn is a family-owned hotel which has been in the present ownership 60 years. The owner is on premises seven days a week and cleaning and maintenance are constant and routine. We are an older establishment not a modern facility. We have free parking, Wi Fi, phone, a breakfast of coffee, tea, hot cocoa, homemade muffins, doughnuts, cookies.... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Folks, If you are only sleeping here and want a place close to Cornell then bring a bottle of something strong and take a few stiff shots before going to bed. There are old places that have charm or character, are nostalgic, or have something redeeming about them. The Hillside Inn - not so much. It is old, dirty, and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

I stayed there with my son on a college tour and we were up most of the night because the heat was way too high, the staff were yelling and swearing outside of our door, we heard cars speeding by and sirens, and the vending machine was right outside of our room. It was filthy and smelled like old chinese... More

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Peter S, Front Office Manager at Hillside Inn, responded to this review
27 February 2013

We were sorry for the noise reported and dealt with the source, a visitor of one of our guests, who we no longer welcome. Having just seen this review, I have ordered a thorough cleaning of the room and adjustment of the heating system. You can see from the majority of reviews that we maintain a clean and pleasant place... More

Ithaca, New York
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

there are plenty of places with better conditions (clean, wifi, bed, breakfast, atmosphere..), only one night and if you have no other choice. On the other hand, room service staff really kind and helpful.

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Peter S, Front Office Manager at Hillside Inn, responded to this review
27 February 2013

An objective comparison of our rates will show that ours are the most reasonable rates in the area and that we provide all services (Wi Fi, local and long distance calls, continental breakfast, parking) free of charge in a pleasant and friendly Collegetown location. More

Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012

If you want staff to fuss around you ... get neck massages, aromatherapy, pedicures, manicures, and 5-course dinners on your room ... this place is NOT for you! If, however, you are looking for a place extremely close to the Cornell campus, in beautiful and well-preserved 1970s style, no-nonsense accommodation, this is the place for you.

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Brasil
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

It was a long weekend just before leaving for NYC, and we had just left the house we had rented for the summer. So, we styed at this inn. The staff was fantastic; comfortable beds (we had a king size bed); new bathrooms; everything perfectly clean. besides, its location near Cornell University and Downtown Ithaca allows for nice walks. Right... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2012

Stayed here for an alumni event at Cornell. It is definitely the closest place to campus and collegetown that wont have you emptying your bank account for a very average hotel (Statler). Yes it looks sketchy, yes the decor is very 70s, they even inconspicuously leave a bible out for you turned to a verse about not having sex and... More

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Williamstown NJ
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2012

We stayed there for our 1st night in ithaca for wine tasting at the local wineries. The location is very convenient for visiting Cornell University or downtown Ithaca NY. Checkin was easy and the clerk was friendly. The clerk was very helpful pointing out sightseeing spots and places to eat. The Hotel is older and the rooms were small and... More

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Additional Information about Hillside Inn

Also Known As:
Hillside Hotel
Hillside Hotel Ithaca
Address: 518 Stewart Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
Region: United States > New York > Finger Lakes > Ithaca
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service
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Ranked #14 of 18 B&Bs / Inns in Ithaca
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Hillside Inn is located right next to the campus of Cornell University. We offer reasonable rates and provide free parking, free Wi Fi, free local and long distance calls, and complimentary Continental Breakfast.Extended stay rates are available.Rooms have color cable TV, private bath, AC, daily room service.We are in Collegetown and a short walk to numerous restaurants.Our friendly staff are here to make your stay a pleasant one! ... more   less 

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