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Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Excellent location!

9.7

About this property

Housed in an historic building that has previously been the Mayor’s Mansion of Ithaca and the Duncan-Hines world headquarters, this Ithaca hotel offers an on-site bar. Free WiFi access is available. Each room at Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel is decked out in a blend of historic details and modern amenities. Rooms offer geothermal heating and air conditioning. Each en suite bathroom features a hairdryer and select bathrooms are equipped with a heated stone slab floor. The environmentally-friendly Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel offers a sun porch and an outdoor stone patio. Bar Argos, located on site, serves up classic cocktails, local beer and wine for guests. Design features include a belle époque zinc bar and custom-made furniture. Cornell University is just 1.4 km from the hotel. Ithaca College is 3 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Regina
Singapore Singapore
“Central location , unique decor with plants , friendly and helpful staff”
Wendy
Australia Australia
“Great , location, friendly staff, very comfortable”
Noor
Malaysia Malaysia
“Location was central - walking distance to Cornell University campus and Ithaca Commons was just a 3 minute walk. Reception staff was very friendly. Check in and out were a breeze. The hotel is housed in a house and it is well decorated. Our...”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful hotel with a great cocktail bar and breakfast room. Bedroom was big, very nicely decorated and the bathroom was big. Felt very comfortable. Staff were really helpful and fun.”
Joanne
Canada Canada
“This converted mansion is charming, filled with light, art, plants, and beautiful furniture and details. The staff were welcoming and friendly and really seemed to love working in this special inn. The night we arrived there was live jazz in the...”
Magdalena
United States United States
“Wonderful staff, I felt extremely comfortable and will definitely be coming back! Thank you for the wonderful stay.”
Netannis
Canada Canada
“We loved the property overall. The room was adorable, though next time we'd like to stay in the all-white suite across the hall as it had more character.”
Detlev
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A very beautiful and quiet place to stay in. Everything was perfect.”
Herbert
Switzerland Switzerland
“Charming hotel, clean and comfortable room, amazing lounge and bar area, espresso machine and tea and snacks, very close to downtown Ithaca, beautiful plants and lovely decor, environmentally friendly, my wife loved it! :)”
Henryk
Poland Poland
“Excellent atmosphere. Even better coffee. Honestly, the best coffee I ever had in the USA.”

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar

House rules

Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.