Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

Property class: 2
Hotel near Colonie Center Mall in Albany

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A square pool with a fountain in the center, surrounded by well-manicured bushes and trees, with a building in the background.
A hotel reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, a leather chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a carpet with a logo.
A Howard Johnson Inn with a covered outdoor area, well-maintained landscaping, and a clear sky at dusk.
A hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, trees, and a white fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1614 Central Ave, Albany, NY, 12205
  • Place, Colonie Center Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Northway Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, University at Albany
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Albany

Colonie stay.Your stay at this Colonie hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Colonie Center Mall and University at Albany. Northway Mall and Colonie Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Colonie Center Mall - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Northway Mall - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Crossgates Mall - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University at Albany - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • MVP Arena - 20 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Albany International Airport Station - 7 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

Hotel near Colonie Center Mall in Albany
There's a restaurant on site. A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1195 square feet (111 square meters) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Albany hotel.

  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 1195 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq m of conference space
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany offers 85 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Null
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 28 to May 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 18 and close September 05.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Albany
Howard Johnson Wyndham Albany Hotel
Albany Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson Hotel Albany
Howard Johnson Inn Albany Hotel Albany
Howard Johnson Wyndham Albany
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Albany
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Hotel Albany

Frequently asked questions

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany to the airport?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany is 3.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany on Nov 5, 2026 start from $72, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany to the beach?

This hotel is 18.9 mi (39-min drive) from Thompsons Lake State Park Beach.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany offer free breakfast?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Rivers Casino & Resort (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany have a pool?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany features a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from August 28 to May 31.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany to downtown Albany?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany is 6.3 mi away from Albany.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 134 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 1003 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay we always stay there when in town
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the owners great people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

The room and bedding were clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

This hotel has cockroaches
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice room and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and safe with all of our questions answered
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ROACH INFESTED VERY DIRTY DISGUSTING PLACE
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room. Quiet enough. Nice ammenities, but no orange juice for breakfast buffet. Overall very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and very spacious. The mini fridge works very well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Older motel, good for an overnight and very reasonable rate.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, property is well maintained, clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Price wasn’t unreasonable Ram the Clerk on Friday check in it appeared as though he wasn’t interested in position. Asked for a quiet room towards the Back of hotel. It appears as though he was filling the room in the back first. Long day of travel. Other guests coming in and out the room doors are heavy and they slam shut. Not good at 3 am! Breakfast or whatever it was called coffee and cereal in a small room of the hotel. Probably most definitely will not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable. The refrigerator froze our food we put in it. even though we didn't want it frozen.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean, bottle caps on the nightstand, pieces of food debris on the carpet, the furniture was stained and uninviting. Carpet, bedding and towels were very dated and in need of replacement. I thought being a Wyndham property that it would be fine but not even close. I was in the back of the hotel and there was an entire wing of rooms abandon and scary looking. It felt unsafe. Needless to say I didn't get any rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a decent room, fairly clean. I wasn't expecting a 4 star experience from a budget hotel. There were a few things that could have been better though. The breakfast was nice, but to say that options were limited would be an understatement. The only real negative was average at best water pressure and temperature. The room was clean, but it looked like it could use a thorough deep clean. Furniture was well used but still functional.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hubby and I spent two days at your establishment and was very impressed by how reasonably priced it was, and how fresh and clean it was as well. We would definitely stay here at another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property great location great value quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
I always stay here it's beautiful 😍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very polite, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not bad for the price and pretty clean in the rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025