The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
The Statler Hotel at Cornell University brings weddings to an urban campus setting in Ithaca, with 153 guest rooms, in-house catering and both indoor and outdoor options for ceremonies and receptions.
The Statler Hotel at Cornell University is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ithaca, United States, hosting 270 at dinner and 500 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$21,000 (our estimate).
About The Statler Hotel at Cornell University
The Statler Hotel at Cornell University brings weddings to an urban campus setting in Ithaca, with 153 guest rooms, in-house catering and both indoor and outdoor options for ceremonies and receptions.
Meeting and banquet space seats up to 270 for a plated dinner and holds up to 500 guests standing, so both intimate gatherings and large celebrations fit comfortably.
Room types run from the Urban King (up to 3 guests) to Campus Two Beds and Tower View Two Beds (up to 4 guests each), making it straightforward to accommodate travelling family.
The property is accessible, offers parking on site, and sits roughly 12 minutes from Ithaca Tompkins airport (ITH) by our estimate.
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Great staff, food is fantastic, & views from top floors on west side is a gorgeous sunset with the clock tower
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 270 guests
- Standing reception
- 500 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 153 rooms
- Room types
- 9 listed
- Whole property must be taken with the wedding
- No
The ceremony
- Chapel on site
- No
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$21,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$95 to US$165 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- No
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ITH, 12 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, modern, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- No
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 153 guest rooms on site, including Cornell Suite, Tower View King and Urban Double options
- Seated dining for up to 270 guests, or up to 500 standing
- In-house catering with dedicated wedding services (statlerhotel.cornell.edu/weddings)
- Indoor and outdoor spaces in an urban campus setting
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ITH · about 12 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into ITH.
- Direct line
- (607) 254-2500
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can the venue hold?+
The meeting and banquet space seats up to 270 guests for dining and accommodates up to 500 standing.
Can our guests stay at the venue?+
Yes. The hotel has 153 rooms across nine types, including Urban King, Campus Two Beds, Triple Room, Cornell Campus Suite, Tower View King, Tower View Two Beds, Cornell Suite, Urban Double and Urban Two Beds. Several types sleep up to four guests.
Is catering provided in-house?+
Yes, catering is handled in-house by the venue, which also declares dedicated wedding services.
What does a wedding here cost?+
We estimate around 125 to 250 USD per head, though final pricing should be confirmed directly with the venue at +1 607-254-2500 or reserve@statler.cornell.edu.
Is the venue accessible and is there parking?+
Yes, the venue is accessible and parking is available on site.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 270 guests
“It has the capacity to welcome approximately 270 guests for dinner and 500 patrons for a reception event.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 500 guests
“It has the capacity to welcome approximately 270 guests for dinner and 500 patrons for a reception event.”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 153 rooms
“The Statler Hotel at Cornell University has 153 guestrooms.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 9 listed
“Urban King”
Read the source for room typesWhole property must be taken with the wedding: No
“The event spaces at The Statler Hotel have been thoughtfully crafted to cater to a wide range of occasions, from intimate gatherings to large-scale events accommodating 200+ attendees.”
Read the source for whole property must be taken with the weddingChapel on site: No
“A place where you can enjoy your full wedding weekend under one roof or walk to the historic Sage Chapel and the iconic McGraw clock tower letting the scenic beauty and eclectic architecture inspire.”
Read the source for chapel on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“For the day itself, we took a gamble and got lucky with the weather for an outdoor ceremony, but Melissa was very accommodating in giving us the option to move it indoors in case of a bad forecast the week before.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“For the day itself, we took a gamble and got lucky with the weather for an outdoor ceremony, but Melissa was very accommodating in giving us the option to move it indoors in case of a bad forecast the week before.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsIn-house catering: Yes
“Whether we are hosting your wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, farewell brunch, groomsmen lunch or bridesmaid breakfast, you will delight your friends and family with cuisine created just for you by our amazing culinary team.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar on site: Yes
“Onsite Catering and Full Bar Service”
Read the source for bar on siteExclusive use required: No
“The event spaces at The Statler Hotel have been thoughtfully crafted to cater to a wide range of occasions, from intimate gatherings to large-scale events accommodating 200+ attendees.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredChildren: Yes
“Guests of all ages are welcome to stay at our hotel and enjoy our amenities and services.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Valet Parking and Self Parking is available for $30/night plus tax for overnight guests.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“## Accessible Guestrooms”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: Yes
“Yes, the Statler Hotel at Cornell University provides complimentary airport shuttle service to and from the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. daily.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“Whether you desire a gala event or a private celebration, our hotel features elegant wedding sites for receptions and/or dinners with personalized catering, and professional service.”
Read the source for reception indoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“For the reception, we had about 50 guests and booked the ballroom, which worked out great, with plenty of room for everyone to mingle and dance.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“This refreshing indoor-outdoor atmosphere allows your guests to gather on the patio of the Terrace Lounge during the cocktail hour.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, modern, elegant
“The Statler Hotel is located in the center of the Cornell University campus.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: No
“Guests can also purchase day passes to Cornell fitness facilities for a larger gym access or to the pool.”
Read the source for swimming poolCoordinator on the day: Yes
“Allow our experienced wedding consultant to assist you in creating a personalized and memorable wedding.”
Read the source for coordinator on the day