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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

2.0 star property
Downtown Albany business district location offers a peaceful retreat with garden space, convenient amenities, and the well-regarded UMI BUFFET restaurant

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany, in the business district's center, offers a quiet escape from city bustle. Relax in the garden, use on-site laundry and business center, or dine at UMI BUFFET. The staff consistently receives positive reviews for their attentiveness.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Colonie, a neighborhood in Albany, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany is in a shopping district and near the airport. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Colonie Center Mall and Crossgates Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at MVP Arena or Albany Indoor Rockgym. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Albany travel guide
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1614 Central Ave, Albany, NY, 12205

What's nearby

  • State University at Albany
    University at Albany
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • MVP Arena which includes modern architecture and signage
    MVP Arena
    12 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Colonie Center Mall
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Northway Mall
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Crossgates Mall
    4 min drive - 3.1 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
  • Albany Buffet
    2 min drive
  • Moe's Southwest Grill
    19 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

Hotel near Colonie Center Mall
At Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center. Be sure to enjoy a meal at UMI BUFFET, the on-site buffet restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Restaurants on site

  • UMI BUFFET

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,195 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to August
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from August 28 to May 31.

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany located?

Located in Colonie, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Northway Mall and Colonie Center Mall. Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site and Shaker Heritage Society are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 137 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 153 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

RODRIGO

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

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

8/10 Good

Howard

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

10/10 Excellent

Auni

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

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location quiet staff friendly. Down falls this is very dated room smelled horrible, mattress was old needs updating!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, amazing staff, best amenities and super fair price. Staff will go above and beyond their duty to make you comfortable. The court yard is a dreamy peaceful tranquility you never thought was possible to get in the city. I love this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Very nice for the price!

For the price it was awesome, the hotel was clean . It had a pool that was maintained, ice machines worked. All in all nice stay .
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A simple place to rest

I’ve stayed here many times. Everyone is very nice and the place is very clean for the price they charge. It is a comfortable place to rest after visiting family also the Chinese buffet next door is the best I’ve ever had! The location is easy to get to off the thruway Which is a big plus for me. They do also serve coffee and a small breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel staff was very friendly and the check in was quick. The room was ok for a one night stay but needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Good for one or two nights

Bed comfortable. They put us in room around outside of the u it, next time would ask for courtyard room so there would be a place to sit outside. It was a bit breezy so pool was locked up, seems like a nice pool area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was exactly what we needed. Easy to get to. Reasonable rates. Plenty of walkable dining options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple, clea

Simple but clean. A very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay and a lot of shopping to do in Albany.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Latoya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel great services I will definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, plenty of stores/restaurants close by, close to highway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for the price.

Room was clean. Area was fairly quiet when it counted. 2nd time staying here. TV is tiny but, I used the wifi and my laptop so, not an issue for me. La Fiesta is right next to hotel so, I had a great Mexican meal right next door. Wolf road is nearby so, shopping and much more is just a short trip away. Will book again next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was niece Motel that had eating options close By……
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugeniya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness of the pool and the room. Friendly, accommodating staff- we were allowed to check out an 1.5 later because our 5 year wanted to spend more time in the pool. The only thing we didn’t like was the back of the building on one side. We arrived late and the abandoned wing at the back looked menacing. However, the inner yard with the pool is very cosy and well kept. Overall, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Amenities
Love the location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wahyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes nice clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The smell of the room made me feel like I didn’t want to eat and for the morning breakfast, I went down the street to McDonald’s! Bed was comfortable, but there was no blankets! Just a top sheet! There is a sash at bottom of bed, I thought it was a blanket folded and then I realized it was just a decoration. Price was good just to be able to rest though before travelling again. For a Howard Johnson hotel, it was definitely NOT the Howard Johnson of yesteryear.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While it is an older property it was well equipped and clean. Room was a good size, beds and pillows were comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

The room was very clean. We’ve stayed here multiple times never had issues. The check-in was very easy. The person behind the desk was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gave me an early check in when I had cancer and a broken back in the staff could not have been nicer very Art Deco 60s motive but very chill and cool. Super nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024