Albany, NY

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza featuring modern architecture, a pond and a high rise building
Albany which includes heritage elements and a statue or sculpture
Albany which includes heritage architecture
Albany featuring night scenes

Where to stay in Albany

New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond

Downtown Albany

4/5(445 area reviews)

Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.

Downtown Albany
Mesa Verde National Park featuring desert views, landscape views and tranquil scenes

Sheridan Hollow

While visiting Sheridan Hollow, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.

Sheridan Hollow
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Pine Hills

While Pine Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.

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Hudson Park

While Hudson Park isn't home to many top sights, New York State Museum and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hudson Park
Palace Theater featuring heritage elements

Arbor Hill

While visiting Arbor Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion.

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Buckingham Lake - Crestwood

When in Buckingham Lake - Crestwood, you can plan a visit to Westgate Plaza and Westgate Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Buckingham Lake - Crestwood
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
3.5 out of 5
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY
The price is SAR 446 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 446
SAR 511 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
Always Terrific
"Always my preferred place to stay. Rooms clean and comfortable. Food and bar very good too."

Reviewed on 4 March 2025

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is SAR 556 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 556
SAR 636 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (830 reviews)
Pay to park
"This place would be amazing if only it had a pool and you didnt have to park in a parking garage or on the street. Either way its about 15-20 bucks ... there were no free parking options . Other then that its great!!"

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
2 out of 5
1606 Central Avenue, Albany, NY
The price is SAR 201 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 201
SAR 230 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Colonie Center Mall and Crossgates ...
4.6/10 (1,012 reviews)
Great customer services
"Had a great stay no issues i had access to all public transportation buses."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Chic Madison Parkview
Chic Madison Parkview
Albany
Stay at this apartment in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Cute apartment
"Close to a lot of local businesses and was a cute apartment. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Chic Madison Parkview
PRISTINE CAPE COD ON THE CREEK! 4 Large Bedrooms - 8 Guests!
PRISTINE CAPE COD ON THE CREEK! 4 Large Bedrooms - 8 Guests!
Albany
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Crossgates Mall and Colonie Center Mall are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
Great house. Beautiful location. Lots of space.
"Had a great stay. Only concern was the 5th bed was maybe 4 feet long. I understood smaller bed in the description to mean cot size, but not toddler size. Ended up with a blow up mattress and had a great stay with 5 adult men. Creek was beautiful to see in winter. Great spot, great access to Albany ..."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

PRISTINE CAPE COD ON THE CREEK! 4 Large Bedrooms - 8 Guests!
The Rizzy Apartment
The Rizzy Apartment
Albany
Stay at this apartment in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Colonie Center Mall and Washington Park ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Great time"

Reviewed on 27 October 2024

The Rizzy Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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