What's it like in Downtown?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Schenectady's Downtown neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit Proctors Theater and Scene One Movieland while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller data, Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown .

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Schenectady, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Downtown.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?

Proctors Theater, Scene One Movieland and Frog Alley Brewing Co. are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Schenectady Light Opera Performing Arts Center and Schenectady City Hall are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Schenectady Civic Playhouse, Schenectady County Historical Society Museum and Museum of Innovation and Science are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Hamilton Hill Arts Center and Rivers Casino & Resort are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Schenectady.

How can I get around Downtown and the greater Schenectady area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Schenectady Station.

The Best Hotels in Downtown, Schenectady - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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1. Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown

Downtown

Taruna

฿4,640 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone fire pit seating, tables, and chairs, surrounded by a building with large windows and exterior lighting.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown

Downtown

Kishan

฿5,031 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a view of a lake, and string lights.

3. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino Schenectady

Nothside, 1.2 km from Downtown

william

฿6,277 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows allowing natural light.

4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

East Glenville, 2.2 km from Downtown

Donald

฿4,951 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Schenectady - Scotia

Scotia, 3.1 km from Downtown

Kali

฿5,455 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with wooden bar counters, multiple seating options including bar stools and chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Hyatt House Schenectady / Mohawk Harbor

Nothside, 1.4 km from Downtown

Sunita

฿5,506 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire pit.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Schenectady at Mohawk Harbor

Nothside, 1.6 km from Downtown

Joachim

฿5,776 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

8. Quality Inn Schenectady - Albany

Rotterdam, 4.7 km from Downtown

VINAY

฿3,380 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A row of townhouses with a brick facade, a green door, and a small garden area with a planter.

9. The Stockade Inn

Stockade Historic District, 0.5 km from Downtown

Stephen

฿6,323 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and chairs, a television, and chandeliers.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport

11.3 km from Downtown

Joseph

฿4,546 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, framed pictures on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

11. Belvedere Inn

Rotterdam, 4 km from Downtown

Carl

฿2,871 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, red and yellow chairs, and a red ottoman.

12. Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY

12.7 km from Downtown

Gregory

฿4,350 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area

15.2 km from Downtown

Casey

฿3,161 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small desk with a chair, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Clifton Park

14.1 km from Downtown

Kamlawattie

฿4,552 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

15. Holiday Inn Express Suites Clifton Park by IHG

15 km from Downtown

Robert

฿3,438 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a high arched window, a round wooden table, and four brown leather chairs.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Schenectady/Albany Area

Rotterdam, 5.7 km from Downtown

Safraz

฿2,490 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a fitness center visible through the glass doors.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Albany Clifton Park

14.6 km from Downtown

Roper

฿4,300 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar counter with a digital screen, and shelves stocked with bottles.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park

14.1 km from Downtown

Christa

฿4,368 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

19. Executive Inn

Vale, 0.8 km from Downtown

Chris

฿3,150 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a checkered floor, and a table with chairs.

20. Hampton Inn Clifton Park

14.6 km from Downtown

Joseph

฿3,739 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Niskayuna

If you're spending some time in Niskayuna, Mohawk River State Park and Town Of Niskayuna are top sights worth seeing.

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A river winding through a green valley with scattered trees and a few buildings, under a partly cloudy sky.

Rotterdam

Visitors to Rotterdam like its waterfalls and riverfront, and Rollarama Skating Center is a sight worth a stop.

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Scotia

Restaurants and riverfront are just a few things travellers like about Scotia. A stop by Collins Park Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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East Glenville

Though East Glenville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Empire State Aerosciences Museum and Rivers Casino & Resort.

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