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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Colonie Center Mall

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

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
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

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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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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About the neighborhood

Map
1614 Central Ave, Albany, NY, 12205

What's nearby

  • Colonie Center Mall - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Crossgates Mall - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University at Albany - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Albany Medical Center - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • MVP Arena - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Umi Hot Pot Sushi & Seafood - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

Hotel near University at Albany
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 a front-desk safe
  • A vending machine, a banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • 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

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

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 at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany?

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?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Northway Mall and Colonie Center Mall. Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site and Albany County Hockey Facility are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.4

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 152 out of 1005 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

Taneka

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

8/10 Good

Errico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I found a place to be very clean, quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, nice property, for and drink steps away
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although the exterior of this hotel looks dated and basic but the interior of our room was excellent. Very clean, a comfortable bed, good shower and spacious. Perfect for a convenient comfortable short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Howard

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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie Price

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel had a « vintage » feel, but the room was clean and quiet, with a comfortable bed. Served my purpose for a reasonable price. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a pleasant place to stay but need some work on staff communication skills and overall description of breakfast location pool use and utilities or ice machine location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

8/10 Good

Rexy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maintained budget property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mirjana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s outdated but clean! Very good price and we enjoyed outside tables with a swimming pool! We stayed for 2 consecutive nights and it was very quiet, good beds and A/C was working fine! So many restaurants and grocery shops around, we liked it and we would for sure come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, love the ceiling to floor old-fashioned windows. Comfortable bed. Nice outdoors area. Area only so-so, but I just needed a bed for a night. 2 excellent restaurants close-by.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 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

2/10 Terrible

Tami

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t complain to staff because they were great but room was disquesting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Fit my needs cannot beat the price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was pretty good; it's the definition of don't judge a book by its cover.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joelle

Liked: Staff & service
For the price it was ok. It was clean but a old motel. It ok for one night when you’re travelling.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

4/10 Poor

Ellie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly but the ac didn’t work, there was a lot of noise outside our room all night long and the rooms were not well maintained or clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and run down. Area around did not seem safe. Pool looked nice but didn't go in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reading the prior reviews I was a bit skeptical, but then I remembered that this generation’s expectations are outrageous, the motel was completely fine for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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