Downtown Travel Guide
Schenectady

Visit Downtown
Stay near popular Downtown attractions
Things to do

Albany: Hudson River Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Albany Sunset Live Music Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown

Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown
"The only soap in the bathroom was in the shower. The coffee maker did not work the first day. Only one outlet worked for charging my phone and computer, and it was in an inconvenient location."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
"Good property although is centralized the surrounding bldg are abandoned and dangerous."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
"The hotel location was great. It was about 10 minutes to our event. The staff from the time we checked in to when we went to the bar for dinner was amazing. The added bonus with the balcony was great. I love the fact that the balcony is on the inside. The room was clean and spacious. The bed was ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Albany Plaza Hotel

Saratoga Casino Hotel
"Excellent all around 👍"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Downtown

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

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

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.
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.

Nothside
While Nothside isn't home to many top sights, Rivers Casino & Resort and Proctors Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.


