West End Travel Guide
Albany
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.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in West End
Albany Plaza Hotel
"Only good things I can say are the price (got a good deal) and decently comfortable beds. Breakfast was terrible"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Motel 6 Albany, NY
"Nothing! I didn’t even stay in the hotel! That’s how bad it was"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
"Room was clean."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
"Good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Comfort Inn Glenmont - Albany South
"Room was great. Other areas were under construction so hard to say. Landscaping/entrance could be nicer. Staff was lovely and location is super convenient for downtown."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
"Hotel was immaculately clean and in a perfect location for events at MVP Arena. Free onsite parking was a big plus. However on unseasonably warm weekend, the AC did not seem to be working."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Zuzu s Wonderful Life Inc.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Scotland
While New Scotland may 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.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake 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.
