Escape to Firelight Camps, where the great outdoors meets modern comforts. Located near Ithaca College and State Theatre of Ithaca, this lodge offers shopping on site, a cozy firepit, and a serene garden for relaxation. Treat yourself to hiking/biking trails or unwind with a Swedish massage at the spa. Enjoy in-room WiFi and family-friendly fun at the arcade/game room or library.
Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 53 min drive
Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Panera Bread - 7 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min drive
Wendy's - 7 min drive
About this property
Firelight Camps
Firelight Camps puts you just a 5-minute drive from Ithaca College and Ithaca Commons. Guests can be pampered with deep-tissue massages at the spa. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
19 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 2 AM
Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Charcoal grills
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Yoga classes
Hiking/biking trails
Shopping
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Wedding services
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 2014
Garden
Picnic area
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Mosquito nets
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Massage/treatment rooms
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
6 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Front entrance ramp
Hand-held showerheads
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Grab bar in shower
Roll-in shower
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
Gravel flooring in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
6 bathrooms
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 29 and April 30.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Firelight Camps Safari Ithaca
Firelight Camps Safari
Firelight Camps Ithaca
Firelight Camps Campground Ithaca
Firelight Camps Campground
Firelight Camps Campsite Ithaca
Firelight Camps Campsite
Firelight Camps Lodge
Firelight Camps Ithaca
Firelight Camps Lodge Ithaca
Frequently asked questions
Is Firelight Camps currently open?
The property is closed between October 29 and April 30.
Are pets allowed at Firelight Camps?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Firelight Camps?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Firelight Camps?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Firelight Camps and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as an arcade and a picnic area. Firelight Camps also has a garden.
Does Firelight Camps have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Firelight Camps like?
Firelight Camps is a short 11-minute walk from Ithaca College and 4 minutes' walk from Buttermilk Falls State Park.
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Firelight Camps Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Beautiful experience for my mini family. Will visit again
Kesang
Kesang, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Love this experience and want to book again! Staff was very friendly. The amenities are great! Bed is also comfy :)
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Great place
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
What a great idea, well executed.
Doug
Doug, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2024
Ithaca Glamping
First time glampers. We enjoyed being close to all the waterfall parks. The beds were so comfortable! Staff very friendly.
karen
karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Wonderful staff who were very accommodating. The tents and communal bathrooms were super clean and the beds were comfortable. Being able to sit at individual fire pits in the evening made our stay even more cozy and enjoyable.
Zeineb
Zeineb, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2024
Loved it!
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2024
My family of four had a magical, happy time from start to to finish. Super comfortable, simply good for the soul with all of the details handled. We really loved it. Can't wait go get back. Thank you !
Elizabeth a
Elizabeth a, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
First time experience of glamping and we enjoyed it. Was very quite and since we went in weekdays less people so bathrooms was very clean
hemali
hemali, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Glamour camping experience!
Fei
Fei, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2024
Chill space
So wonderful… definitely spreading the word about this chillaxing spot!
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
We absolutely loved the whole vibe of Ithaca . The staff and tents were amazing . The beds very comfortable. Drinks at the bar amazing. Everything was organic
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
Set up, cute decor in natural setting
Patti
Patti, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
It was so clean and relaxing and just back to the earth. The staff was SO beyond kind, helpful and informative. Thank you especially to Sam and Marina for the pizza recommendations and delivery! So fantastic! 10/10 recommend!
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2023
Beautiful location
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2024
We enjoyed our time and had an enjoyable experience. The breakfast was amazing. We have stayed with other similar glamping companies such as under canvas - and unfortunately because this is priced so similarly you inadvertently compare the two - and for value for money and level of service I would unfortunately have to go with under canvas.
Peta
Peta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Relaxing
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2023
Beautifully maintained tents and camp area with stunning ambiance and a breakfast that will seal the in decision to come back at least four more times.
Pedro
Pedro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2023
Fun experience of camping but with nice beds.
Christina
Christina, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2022
Nice place
Beds were comfy and the breakfast was delicious!
Jodi
Jodi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2024
Special stay close to Ithaca
What a find! Firelight Camps was such a treat. Friendly staff, clean and comfortable accommodations, and fun amenities (complimentary s'mores, coffe & tea, board games, and, of course, on-going camp fires). We enjoyed the full service bar in the evening and the breakfast, featuring local goods, in the morning. Highly recommend!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2023
We had a great stay! We drove up from the city and were really happy with our couple days away. We are already planning our next trip back with friends.
Alanis
Alanis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2023
Great stay. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Walking access to state park.
Travis
Travis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
This property was absolutely dreamy! We loved the tent, we loved the amenities, everything. It was clean, the staff was so nice, the breakfast was perfect. LOVED the campfires, the grills, the bar. Absolutely lovely. The ONE suggestion we have is the bathroom situation; the current facilities are super clean, but they’re not convenient for tents. I would suggest having a small (2 stall) facility close to the tents bc the fear of going to the bathroom at night and having to cross camp and walk up the stairs is real. Otherwise, Firelight is perfect!
Katie
Katie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
My family stayed for 2 nights. We enjoyed the fire pit, walked to buttermilk falls park, and the cleanliness of the facilities.