The Best Hotels Closest to University at Albany in Albany for 2026

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A Hilton Garden Inn with a covered entrance, a clear sky, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a fireplace.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A modern retail area with a refrigerated display, shelves stocked with snacks, and a counter with beverages.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area

0.7 km from University at Albany

Amber

₩124,923

₩143,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and a covered entrance area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a dining space.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, lounge chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway

0.5 km from University at Albany

Tyla A

₩146,968

₩168,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise balls.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern building with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY

1 km from University at Albany

Jie

₩95,298

₩109,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern conference room with a large central table, four chairs, pendant lighting, and a large window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, lounge chairs, and a staircase.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and two bedside lamps.

4. Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area

1.2 km from University at Albany

Roshima

₩144,463

₩170,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living area with a large sofa set, a dining table with chairs, and a fireplace.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and umbrellas providing shade.

A modern building with a unique bowl-like structure, a reflective pool in front, and a tall skyscraper in the background.

5. Marriott Albany

4.4 km from University at Albany

Tamica

₩158,361

₩181,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A large, well-lit conference room with round tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden floor.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a fireplace, a dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

A banquet hall with round tables set for dining, surrounded by chairs.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York

Downtown Albany, 7.4 km from University at Albany

Gina

₩135,575

₩155,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a phone, and a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, potted plants, a television, and a decorative wall piece.

A hotel lobby with seating, a television, a Basecamp Mart, and a framed picture of a waterfall.

A hotel lobby with a Basecamp MART, two sofas, a glass coffee table, and a television on the wall.

7. Travelodge Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany

Colonie, 3.1 km from University at Albany

Jacob

₩77,874

₩89,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a neon sign above, and a patterned wall.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a modern fireplace.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a glass coffee table, and a comfortable seating area.

A woman sitting by a pond with koi fish, surrounded by potted plants and a building with arched windows in the background.

8. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG

5.2 km from University at Albany

Josh

₩199,711

₩228,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel bar area with striped carpet, wooden tables, and chairs.

The Albany Plaza Hotel with a sign indicating $400 weekly rates and a contact number.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a microwave.

9. Albany Plaza Hotel

West End, 3.5 km from University at Albany

Yukiko

₩72,378

₩82,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a pool area.

A hotel lobby with a seating area featuring tufted sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative lighting. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a fireplace is visible in the background.

A banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, featuring white chairs, gold table settings, and floral centerpieces.

10. Albany Airport Inn

4.4 km from University at Albany

atta

₩108,927

₩124,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A courtyard with a wooden pergola, stone pillars, and a central fire feature.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a reception desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, and a bar area with stools.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

11. Staybridge Suites Albany Wolf Rd-Colonie Center by IHG

Roessleville, 3.2 km from University at Albany

Gary

₩190,328

₩225,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a lamp, a view of a cityscape through large windows, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large pillars, and a potted plant.

12. Hilton Albany

Downtown Albany, 6.8 km from University at Albany

Charles

₩163,763

₩187,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

The exterior of Albany Medical Center with a modern glass entrance and adjacent buildings.

A room with a blue sofa, a small orange table, a dark coffee table, a lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG

Colonie, 2.7 km from University at Albany

Thomas

₩206,412

₩236,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a sofa, coffee table, and seating area. There is a desk with a computer and a chair. The lobby has a patterned carpet and a glass door leading outside.

A reception desk with a sign that reads "Quality Breakfast."

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, poolside chairs, and wall-mounted lights.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a brick-paved driveway.

14. Quality Inn Albany Colonie

Colonie, 3.9 km from University at Albany

Destiny

₩112,790

₩129,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a lounge chair. There is a wooden ceiling with recessed lighting, a large window, and a glass partition wall.

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, a large TV screen, and a bar counter with stools.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of snacks.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a counter with snacks, and a sign reading "The Plastery".

15. Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown

Downtown Albany, 7 km from University at Albany

Ann

₩158,160

₩181,092 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a toilet, a shower with a striped curtain, and a bench.

A reception area with a stone wall, a red sign, two leather chairs, a reception desk, and a coffee machine.

A coffee station with a coffee machine, multiple coffee dispensers, disposable cups, and various coffee creamer options.

16. Red Roof Inn Albany Airport

4.6 km from University at Albany

Alice

₩76,386

₩87,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with a stone fire table, striped seating, and red umbrellas.

A modern coffee and tea shop with a bar area, seating, and a kitchen in the background.

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by yellow chairs and a pink table, with windows offering views of trees.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a desk.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Albany Wolf Rd

4.1 km from University at Albany

Charlene

₩169,794

₩194,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a seating area with sofas and round tables, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel with a clear entrance, a covered waiting area, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchen counter, and a refrigerator.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie

Roessleville, 2.1 km from University at Albany

Allison

₩155,613

₩178,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, large windows, and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a refreshment kiosk, and a display of snacks and beverages.

A modern indoor space with a pool table, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern cafe with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a seating area with orange sofas.

19. Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall

2.6 km from University at Albany

Greg

₩157,101

₩179,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to University at Albany

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area	9.4 Exceptional 1,048 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway	8.8 Excellent 979 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie	8.8 Excellent 926 reviews	View
Residence Inn Albany Washington Avenue	8.8 Excellent 490 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall, NY	8.8 Excellent 497 reviews	View

Top University at Albany Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, updated, gym was good, staff was great, price was reasonable, surrounding area was safe with many food options/stores nearby."

Albany Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We liked it, helpful staff, nice breakfast, everybody was very nice."

Staybridge Suites Albany Wolf Rd-Colonie Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and spacious suite"

Albany Airport Inn

8/10 Good

"It was convenient to work around the albany area. My staff ended up staying two consecutive weeks there"

Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY

10/10 Excellent

"We've been traveling for about a week now and this is by far the cleanest hotel we've stayed at. Easy to find, clean and roomy. We even stayed an extra night because it was so clean and welcoming."

Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and staff was accommodating. Had to pay for breakfast 😒"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie

8/10 Good

"Very clean. Breakfast was great. Staff was very professional and helpful. Would stay again."

Scottish Inns Albany

8/10 Good

"Had a good stay and comfortable rooms but should offer coffee in the lobby for the morning."

Other attractions near University at Albany

Broadview Center

Catch an event at Broadview Center during your trip to McKownville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium

Catch an event at Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium during your trip to McKownville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Albany NanoTech Complex

8.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the campus of Albany NanoTech Complex, during your trip to McKownville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Albany Institute of History Art

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Albany Institute of History Art in Albany. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Albany Indoor Rockgym

Catch an event at Albany Indoor Rockgym during your trip to Albany. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Westland Hills Park

You can take time to visit Westland Hills Park during your travels to Albany. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Crossgates Mall

8.6/10 (1,228 reviews)

During your visit to Westmere, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Crossgates Mall. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

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Funny Bone Comedy Club

You can enjoy a show at Funny Bone Comedy Club during your stay in Westmere. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University at Albany?

University at Albany is located in a family-friendly area of McKownville known for its great live music scene and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to University at Albany?

Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from University at Albany. Other good options close by include Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY and Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway.

How many hotels will I find close to University at Albany?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University at Albany.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University at Albany, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to University at Albany.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University at Albany?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near University at Albany, click here.

What can I see and do near University at Albany?

Study the collections at Albany Institute of History and Art, New York State Museum, or USS Slater. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena, New York State Capitol Building, and Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site. You can catch a show at The Egg, Palace Theater, and Capital Repertory Theater.

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Our top choices for University at Albany hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area

2. Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY

4. Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area

5. Marriott Albany

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York

7. Travelodge Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albany

8. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG

9. Albany Plaza Hotel

10. Albany Airport Inn

11. Staybridge Suites Albany Wolf Rd-Colonie Center by IHG

12. Hilton Albany

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG

14. Quality Inn Albany Colonie

15. Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown

16. Red Roof Inn Albany Airport

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Albany Wolf Rd

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie

19. Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall

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Top University at Albany Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area

Albany Plaza Hotel

Staybridge Suites Albany Wolf Rd-Colonie Center by IHG

Albany Airport Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Albany SUNY

Courtyard by Marriott Albany Thruway

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albany-Colonie

Scottish Inns Albany

Other attractions near University at Albany

Broadview Center

Bob Ford Field at Tom & Mary Casey Stadium

Albany NanoTech Complex

Albany Institute of History Art

Albany Indoor Rockgym

Westland Hills Park

Crossgates Mall

Funny Bone Comedy Club

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