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 private 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 0.9 mi from the hotel. Ithaca College is 3 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

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

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Ithaca

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Robert
    United States United States
    Charming ambiance. Comfortable bed and excellent furnishings. The staff was very helpful but not intrusive.
  • Denise
    United States United States
    Charming, a European style bed and breakfast with the privacy of a hotel. Very close to Cornell and 3 min drive to Collegetown. The room was comfortable and well appointed. Bed was comfortable. Water pressure was excellent in shower.Beautful...
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    Susan
    United States United States
    It is a beautiful building We loved it! It was close to everything downtown and met our expectations.
  • L
    Lauren
    United States United States
    Quaint, cozy and convenient. Staff was great and the bar was a plus!
  • M
    Micah
    United States United States
    The unique boutique atmosphere, location, beautiful bar & comfortable rooms!
  • E
    Eric
    United States United States
    The staff are excellent - Leo, Iris, Allie and one other (forgot name) - very friendly, very helpful. Beautiful bar, great cocktails. The room was beautiful - tasteful, kept good old qualities, great bed and bedding and beautiful/warm bathroom.
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    Emilie
    United States United States
    Have stayed here multiple times and we keep coming back for a reason. Attention to detail is beyond excellent here. Highly recommend to anyone travelling to Ithaca, as long as there's availability.
  • Ian
    Canada Canada
    Exceptional staff. Interesting clientele Loved the community breakfast room
  • Kelly
    United States United States
    Excellent location, great outdoor area and nice staff
  • Heather
    United States United States
    Beautiful boutique hotel within easy walking distance to restaurants and Ithaca Commons

Hotel area info

Amenities of Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Spa

  • Solarium

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Argos Inn - Ithaca's Boutique Hotel