In the heart of Ithaca, Cayuga Blu Hotel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and dry cleaning services. Unwind by the cozy lobby fireplace or take a dip in the indoor pool, and enjoy high-speed WiFi throughout your stay.
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Temple of Zeus - 6 min drive
Trillium - 7 min drive
Ithaca Coffee Company - 8 min walk
Ithaca Bakery - 9 min walk
About this property
Cayuga Blu Hotel
At Cayuga Blu Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Cornell University and Cayuga Lake. The indoor pool is a great spot for a morning swim, and guests can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center. Also, Ithaca Commons and Ithaca College are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
121 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Fence around the pool
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
37-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Cayuga Blu Hotel Hotel
Cayuga Blu Hotel Ithaca
Cayuga Blu Hotel Hotel Ithaca
Frequently asked questions
Does Cayuga Blu Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cayuga Blu Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Cayuga Blu Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Cayuga Blu Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Cayuga Blu Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cayuga Blu Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Cayuga Blu Hotel and nearby?
Cayuga Blu Hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around Cayuga Blu Hotel like?
Cayuga Blu Hotel is a short 8-minute drive from Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) and 7 minutes' walk from Shops at Ithaca Mall. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Cayuga Blu Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.2
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2025
Very Nice stay at Cayuga Blu
Rooms were very clean with a lot of linen in the bathroom. The bed was made up nicely with soft linens and comforter.
Ella
Ella, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
The hotel is in a good location. The staff is very nice and helpful. The beds are soft which were not comfortable to my family. The hotel itself is clean but desperately needs a renovation.
Jessica
Jessica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Best breakfast in NY State!
Had an excellent stay at this hotel and, after a week traversing NY State, I can say for definite it was our favourite hotel. It’s nice not to be in a ‘branded’ hotel and with that you get much better service, a truly great breakfast that put those served in much more expensive hotels to shame, and a super comfy bed giving me the best sleep for weeks.
Would definitely come again and recommend to anyone considering a reasonably priced room on the Ithica area.
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 4, 2025
It was a pleasant stay. Friendly staff at a decent hotel
Ben
Ben, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2025
Been here several times- pleasant, familiar
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
Mixed bag …
My main complaint was the clanging air conditioner that went off with a bang every two minutes. No sleep in two nights.
The hotel needs some sprucing up. The rooms are clean, though.
The staff was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was plentiful and varied, offering something for even picky eaters.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
The breakfast and service were wonderful! Main complaint was with the noisy “crisp” bedding which looked so inviting but interrupted our sleep all night. Also, paper products could be softer, but that’s being picky.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Good
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2025
The rooms and beds were comfortable. The breakfast was good too. The pools and hot tubs were nonfunctional which was disappointing. You can tell that this was once a very nice hotel and could use a bit of an update. Overall decent stay.
Ramona
Ramona, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Extremely friendly staff. Had a pleasant experience with everyone including check-in staff, housekeeping and dining attendants
Utkarsh
Utkarsh, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 30, 2025
The stay was okay
It was okay. Parts of the hotel were dated and in need of a fix up. Could use fragrance in the lobby due to smoking rooms. Water ran from the spout as the water came from the shower head. But the water temp and pressure were still there. My first room had dirt on the bed so we changed rooms and the second room was free of dirt. The stay was fine overall.
Valory
Valory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
I like the staff and service
Araceli
Araceli, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
It was great
Liza
Liza, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Will stay again
Nice hotel great costumer service. Front Lady was very helpful and polite. Good value
Armando
Armando, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2025
Comfortable Stay
While the hotel needs some updating, it was clean and comfortable and in a great location. 10 mins from downtown Ithaca. Steps from several restaurants (Applebees, Subway, McDonalds, etc.) and a Tops Supermarket. Nice grounds. Pet friendly. The weekend breakfast was very good.
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Clean and comfortable just wish it had coffee in room
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Better room lighting would be nice.
Prashant
Prashant, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 22, 2025
It was clean but there was essentially no cold water! The cold water came out warm enough to shower in! Both the shower faucets and the sink faucets! The WiFi was weak. The keys were unreliable which is a problem when you go down for coffee and have somewhere that you need to be at a certain time and you can’t get back in your room to shower. The courtyard was lovely and the bed was comfy.
Jean
Jean, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2025
The personnel were very nice and the room clean and comfortable. The place needs a refreshing.
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2025
Perfect for a good night sleep
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Great deal here!
What a great stay! It's an older style hotel with older key card system so had to go back to get multiple sets BUT they are fixing the key card maker. No biggie because this place was well worth it.
THE free great and plentiful BREAKFAST buffet combined with the low overnight prices, YOU CANNOT beat this.
There's an indoor and outdoor pool. Yes, a bit older svhool but nothing wrong with it. It does the job plus you can sit in the grassy area on a lounger to relax and sunbathe! They have pool noodles and beach ball plus other balls for the pool basketball small goals!
We just a hop skip and a jump from Ithaca so the location was very convenient if you are "chasing waterfalls"! :)
I felt good about my decision to stay here. You get a LOT for your money here!
For dinner, try the mexican restaurant in the mall. It's right behind the hotel. Called Zolota or something like that. In the mall is an Auntie Anns and pizza plus Target and Hobby Lobby too!
Janet
Janet, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great customer service !
Thank you
Gonzalo
Gonzalo, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2025
Looked abandoned
When we drove up, the hotel looked abandoned. No lights on and no sign of life. I think it could be more inviting looking. We couldn't even tell from driving up to it that it was open. Couldn't see any lights on inside. Breakfast was excellent. Room really needed a lot of work.
Marlene
Marlene, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Friendly Staff - Wonderful Stay
Clean, comfortable and so friendly! Little details of extra effort everywhere. Incredible value!