Albany, NY

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Albany County Convention & Visitors Bureau
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 MVP Arena and Palace Theater while you're in town.

Downtown Albany
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Mansion Area

1/5(1 area review)

Mansion Area might not have many top sights, but New York State Museum and MVP Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mansion Area
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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Hudson Park

If you're spending some time in Hudson Park, Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza and Zuzu s Wonderful Life Inc are top sights worth seeing.

Hudson Park
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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 Park and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.

Pine Hills
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
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
3 out of 5
82 MONTGOMERY STREET, Albany, NY
The price is AED 490 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
AED 490
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (810 reviews)
"The lower-level back door entrance confused us at first, but we found the Lobby one level up. Parking was a short walk away in a (covered) public lot. Room was clean and comfortable, staff pleasant, with included (hot) breakfast very nice. We were visiting family in the area and this worked very ..."

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY
The price is AED 466 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 466
AED 534 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Good energy. Friendly. Clean. Love the coy! Breakfast was very good!"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
2 out of 5
1606 Central Avenue, Albany, NY
The price is AED 206 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
AED 206
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent place, big room, quiet, clean. Perfect for the weary traveler who needs some rest on the way home."

Reviewed on 29 January 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany
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Chic Madison Parkview
Chic Madison Parkview
Albany
Stay at this apartment in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Colonie Center Mall and Crossgates Mall are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
In area to visit family
"Easy access both to parking and to the unit. Comfortable with all of the necessities which made it perfect for our two-night stay. Washington Park is directly across the street and good food options within walking distance."

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

Chic Madison Parkview
2 bedroom town house with game room
2 bedroom town house with game room
Albany
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Albany. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a pool table. Popular attractions Colonie Center Mall and Historic ...
6.4/10 (13 reviews)
Good location
"Comfortable and presentable. Location is great for going downtown or shopping in general. Restaurants are very close by. Property manager was easy to communicate with."

Reviewed on 11 July 2024

2 bedroom town house with game room
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! (95 reviews)
Everything you need
"Great place to stay. Would stay here again. Had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 19 January 2025

PRISTINE CAPE COD ON THE CREEK! 4 Large Bedrooms - 8 Guests!
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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.

Popular places to visit

University at Albany

University at Albany

4.5/5(210 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University at Albany, during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

University at Albany
Times Union Center which includes a city

MVP Arena

4.5/5(267 reviews)

Catch an event at MVP Arena during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

MVP Arena
The Egg showing a skyscraper, a pond and modern architecture

The Egg

4/5(288 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at The Egg during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

The Egg
Palace Theater featuring signage and night scenes

Palace Theater

4.5/5(163 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

Palace Theater
New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond

New York State Capitol Building

4/5(118 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Albany with a visit to New York State Capitol Building. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

New York State Capitol Building
Washington Park showing a bridge and a river or creek

Washington Park

4/5(205 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Washington Park, a lovely green space in Albany. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Washington Park

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