Mansion Area Travel Guide
Albany
Visit Mansion Area
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student 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.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
Top hotels in Mansion Area
Marriott Albany
No WiFi, was in town for a test and needed internet so that was a major bummer
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Clean room, friendly staff Room’s wall covering was coming loose. Elevator was not working properly. Great location, close to airport, shops and restaurants close by
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
The coffee and fruit in the lounge was a very nice touch!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Park Manor Hotel
Worked perfectly
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Multiple times card key didn't work Front desk staff was extremely rude and unprofessional No lock on windows on 4th floor. Windows opened completely for a body to fit out of Rug had rug nails sticking out and cut foot open Tub and toilet leaked Room was 80 degrees heat and ac broken, we had to sleep ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hilton Albany
Good basic hotel super expensive restaurant for the location and homeless people allowed to panhandle in the restaurant while we were having dinner not cool
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mansion Area
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Executive Mansion and New York State Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South End
Though South End may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like New York State Executive Mansion and New York State Museum.
Downtown Albany
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.
Hudson Park
While there might not be top attractions in Hudson Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New York State Museum and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building.
Center Square
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Center Square and surrounding area, you can visit Alfred E. Smith State Office Building and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
