We are an old-school motel experience with ground-level rooms that have doors directly to the outside. In true motor lodge fashion, the majority of our property was built in the 1950’s and is situated next to a state road. Cottages date to the 1930’s and the Main House + Carriage House are about 40 years older than that. The historic nature of our property means that occasional ambient noise can be heard, the windows are original to each building, climate control can be variable, and sometimes the floor might creak. Our Elmira Road location means that we’re super convenient to State Parks, wineries, waterfalls, and downtown Ithaca. It also means that in some of our rooms you may hear cars going by at 35-45 mph. This falls right in line with what most guests coming to stay with us expect, but it is something to be aware of if you have a sensitivity to ambient road noise, dislike historic buildings and antique furniture, or prefer watching local cable to watching the birds.
We accept bookings online here and over the phone (607-272-6434). We typically have a two-night minimum stay on weekends, three nights on weekends during high season. We do open single nights as they become available, don’t be afraid to reach out! A credit card is required at the time of booking, and a deposit equal to 50% of your reservation is taken from the credit card to reserve your stay. The remaining balance will be charged to the card on file 14 days prior to check in. We require that all guests be over the age of 21 to make a reservation with us. All rooms are non-smoking. All rates are subject to state and local taxes. All rates are subject to change without notice.
Cancellations impact us greatly, we ask your consideration in making and revising your reservations.
Our office hours are 8am – 8pm daily. In the off-season our office closes at 12pm on Sunday-Wednesday.
Check in time is from 3pm to 8pm. We generally can not accommodate check ins before 3pm from May through October. Late check ins are no problem. Please notify us 48 hours prior to your reservation if you will be checking in later than 7pm and we will be happy to make arrangements with you.
Check out is prior to 11am. Our 11am check out is strict as we need ample time to clean rooms and prepare for the next guests. Check outs after 11am will be charged $50 per additional half hour. Early check outs are no problem. Please notify us if you will be checking out prior to the office opening and we will be happy to make arrangements with you.
Our rates are based on double occupancy (two persons per room). For rooms that allow more than two guests, an additional fee of $25 per night is charged for each extra guest, including children.
For our Treman Lodge Suites only, the base rate for these suites includes four guests. An additional fee of $25 per night is charged for each guest beyond the four-person occupancy.
For babes in arms, you are welcome to bring a Pack ‘n Play at no extra charge. Kiddos 12mo and up are considered additional guests.
We do have a limited number of *cots and pack ‘n plays available to use during your stay. These may be added to your room, based on availability, for an additional charge of $25.
*Please note, only Treman Lodge rooms can accommodate a cot. Cots are not permitted in the Main House, Carriage House or Cottages. Air mattresses are not permitted in any of our rooms.
To ensure a comfortable stay and comply with safety regulations, please be aware of the maximum occupancy listed for your room. The maximum occupancy for each room is strictly enforced and cannot exceed the limits established by our safety codes.
Only individuals on the guest registry for each room are permitted on property. If you would like to have additional guests or visitors please notify us and obtain approval in advance, during office hours. Additional visitors and their vehicles must be registered with the front desk.
Our full pet policy and guidelines are available for review HERE. Please be sure to acquaint yourself with these policies prior to staying with your pet.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome in many of our rooms. Advance notice is required. Dogs must be walked on leash at all times, and must be crated if left unattended in the room. Our direct booking pet fee is $25 per night for one dog. If you book through a third party (Airbnb, Expedia, etc.), the pet fee is $35-50 per night. Please contact us to make special arrangements for more than two dogs. Pet waste must be picked up and disposed of in the marked outdoor trash receptacles. If you are traveling without a crate we have a limited number of loaner crates available. Please let us know in advance that you need one and we’re happy to help make arrangements for your pet’s stay.
Service animals are, by law, welcome in all of our rooms. A service animal is a dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA, and are therefore limited only to dog friendly rooms and are subject to the nightly pet fee.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am. During this time, we ask that you respect your neighbors and keep noise to a minimum.
We do not enter guest rooms to provide housekeeping services or a daily “refresh” during stays. Don’t worry, this practice in no way means that you are stranded! Extra towels, paper products + more, can be found in the drawers of your bureau or the built-in desk / luggage rack in your room. If you’re in a room without a kitchen you’ll find a set of plates, cutlery and a wine bottle opener in the desk drawer.
You can call, email, or text the office if you need something new or something taken away or just need something in general during your stay. We are here to help!
Standard Charges are your room rate, applicable taxes, and any bar or property purchases. We only charge beyond the room rate and purchases if a policy is violated. We reserve the right to apply the following additional charges to the credit card on file for violations of property policy, including:
Care for the Historic Property: Grayhaven Motel is a 100+ year-old property seeking historic designation. Because many items on the property, including furniture, antiques, and built-in features, are original and one-of-a-kind, they would be extremely expensive or impossible to replace. We kindly ask you to help us preserve history by treating the property and its amenities with the utmost care. Please also be mindful of your neighbors, and treat all people here with respect and consideration.
Looking to rent the hotel for a large group or host a meeting or retreat? We can accommodate 50 overnight guests and have ample indoor and outdoor event and meeting space. You’ll find a great overview of what booking the property looks like HERE. Contact us if you’re interested in reserving certain dates or hosting a retreat or event with us. Private meetings, parties, BBQ’s and catering events are also available.
Something smaller in mind and only want a handful of rooms? It’s easy to book a group of rooms for you and your friends here. Give a call and we’ll help choose the building that best suits your group and needs.
Cornell and IC commencement, college event, and holiday weekends are subject to our cancellation policy. Some of these dates require a 3 night minimum reservation. We strongly encourage “cancel for any reason” travel insurance when making reservations. We are happy to help your family make other arrangements during your commencement time in Ithaca. Just ask : )
By staying at Grayhaven Motel, you and your guests agree to our Waiver Of Liability & Hold Harmless Agreement, and hold harmless Grayhaven Motel, its owners, and employees from liability for any injury, illness (including but not limited to COVID-19), property loss, or damages that may occur during your stay. You assume all risks associated with your visit and agree to take full responsibility for any consequences.
