When you stay at La Tourelle Inn & Spa in Ithaca, you'll be in a state park, within a 15-minute walk of Buttermilk Falls State Park and Ithaca College. .This spa hotel is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Cornell University and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Cayuga Lake.
What's nearby
Buttermilk Falls State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Ithaca College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Ithaca Commons - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
State Theatre of Ithaca - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
Cornell University - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Panera Bread - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Dandy @ Rogan's Corner - 3 min drive
Five Guys - 6 min drive
About this property
La Tourelle Inn & Spa
Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Buttermilk Falls State Park
La Tourelle Inn & Spa offers 54 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Ithaca hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 15 miles.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of La Tourelle Inn & Spa. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a library. Planning an event in Ithaca? This hotel has 2207 square feet (205 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a bus station shuttle.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on request
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 miles
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 7 per person
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
24-hour gym
Books
Full-service spa
Games
Hiking/biking trails
Library
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
Children's games
In-room refrigerator
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
2,207 square feet of conference space
3 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Firepit
In a nature reserve
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Area rugs in public areas
Low-height counter and sink
No lift
Tile flooring in public areas
Wheelchair accessibility
More
1 building
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Banquet hall
Built in 1986
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Fireplace in lobby
Local artist showcase
Reception hall
Traditional architecture
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day:
Dining venue(s)
Full-service spa
Sauna
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 7 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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La Tourelle Ithaca
La Tourelle Resort
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La Tourelle Resort And Spa
Tourelle Resort Ithaca
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Reviews
La Tourelle Inn & Spa Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 747 out of 1000 reviews
10 - Excellent
747
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
8 - Good
192
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
6 - Okay
42
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Poor
14
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
Reviews
8/10 Good
Andrea
Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
19 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We like it’s quiet setting and good location for hiking.
Very friendly and helpful staff. I definitely felt that the guests' satisfaction and comfort is their top priority. The grounds are lovely and so was our spacious room. We had driven to the upper lot of Buttermilk Falls with the intent of hiking to the base of the falls and back, but after reaching the base, a member of our party didn't feel quite well and was unsure if they could hike back to our car. Even though we had checked out of the hotel earlier that day, we called the hotel and asked if someone could pick us up iwith the hotel shuttle van and drive us back to our car. Without hesitation we were told "yes" and our ride was there within a few minutes. The driver was courteous and friendly and saved our day!
We have stayed at La Tourelle numerous times throughout the last four years. The property was recently sold. The lobby was inaccessible. The Bistro was closed. Rooms are less impressive than they used to be. Overall, it is no longer worth the cost.
We unintentionally challenged the patience & hospitality of this amazing staff in a number of ways: from having to change our reservations twice on short notice, checking in at lam (!), extending our stay, bringing a service animal, and more,... we're not usually such a pain, but none of this was received with anything other than a smile and a genuine desire to help and accommodate.
As a matter of fact, one of the owners actually helped us out with our bags. So it's clear that this culture of hospitality begins with leadership, and is shared by every member of the staff. We will definitely be back, and we're eager to check out the Firelight Camps, as well!
Sidenote, the trail right off of the Firelight Camps (immediately behind the Inn) is a fantastic way to immediately access nature.
10/10!!!
I love staying at La Tourelle. The last time we visited earlier this year the renovations were ongoing, this visit the renovations were complete and I have to say the improvements were needed. My very first visit last year you could hear everything now with the new doors and upgrades you can’t hear any neighboring rooms. The double beds are very comfortable along with the king beds. I often sleep better there than I do at home on my brand new mattress. The staff are always friendly and helpful not to mention welcoming to us which I find important in a hotel. The rooms are also affordable which makes a huge difference and is part of the reason I continue to book here, the quality is worth every penny! Overall 10/10 I will continue to stay at La Tourelle every time I am in Ithaca.
I travel to Ithaca quite often. I have stayed in a wide variety of hotels there from historic inns to chains. I have never had a mystifying experience.
First, the location for the hotel is beautiful. It must be stunning in the fall.
Second, they just did a refresh and upgrade. The rooms are trendy and relaxing. The mattresses are amazing.
The service, though, has some annoying glitches. A couple of days before I arrived, I started getting texts asking me to check in. I did so and they asked for a credit card and lots of other information including arrival time etc. I arrived for my stay and . . . had to do it all over again.
They also texted me several times to tell me to enter through the spa. So I did and they told me I needed to go in through the front. They had just finished the renovations. Okay, I thought, their system is a little behind. When I told the front desk about the text, no response. And I continued to get weird texts including asking when I was checking out hours after I had checked out. I couldn't get the air conditioning to work and when I finally did, it took all night to get the room from 76 to 72. I mentioned it as I checked out. Again, no response. Not even a false, we will look into it. A shrug from the woman in reception.
The new doors on the rooms are thin and I heard every coming and going from other guests. I stood outside my door to see if you could hear my tv and you could hear it in the hall.
Not a spa experience at al