Albany, NY

Travel Guide

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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
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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 New York State Museum.

Pine Hills
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.

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Hudson Park

While Hudson Park isn't home to many top sights, New York State Museum and The Egg 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.

Arbor Hill
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West End

West End might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

West End
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 ¥16,898 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥16,898
¥19,349 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
Excellent hotel
"I’m a stand up comedian and I had a show in Cohoes, so I needed a nice play to stay the night with my boyfriend. We were very pleased with our stay. It’s a beautiful hotel, the staff are extremely friendly & the place is very clean. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany

2 out of 5
1606 Central Avenue, Albany, NY
The price is ¥8,618 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥8,618
¥9,868 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
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 (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown

3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is ¥15,135 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥15,135
¥17,329 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Albany. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,132 reviews)
"The location is good for walking to pubs, dinning and historical places. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff exceptional. The issues were with the mechanical systems. The room's front door was misaligned and was hard to close. The toilet wasn't properly bolted to the floor. And it is a ..."

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
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.
★ 2 BEDROOM / 1 BATH TRENDY Apt ★ Downtown Albany

★ 2 BEDROOM / 1 BATH TRENDY Apt ★ Downtown Albany

Albany
Stay at this apartment in Albany. Enjoy Netflix and air conditioning. Popular attractions MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

★ 2 BEDROOM / 1 BATH TRENDY Apt ★ Downtown Albany
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Location close to restaurants and parks."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Chic Madison Parkview
2 bed room Apartment

2 bed room Apartment

Albany
Stay at this apartment in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Very clean !!"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

2 bed room 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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