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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

  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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 - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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1614 Central Ave, Albany, NY, 12205

What's nearby

  • Colonie Center Mall - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Crossgates Mall - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • University at Albany - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • MVP Arena - 13 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Albany Medical Center - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Umi Hot Pot Sushi & Seafood - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albany Buffet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Moe's Southwest Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬2 min drive

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 computer station
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, 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

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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

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

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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
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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. 261 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 200 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 156 out of 1018 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kristopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed October 19th, I had a roach crawling on the wall
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't understand why would someone who is paying for a room would have to leave after 7 days then leave for 3 days then be able to return that's ridiculous
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Vin

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

5 stars

We are pleased with our experience at the Howard Johnson and encourage others to choose this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

2/10 Terrible

Yamil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stains in bedsheets and better costumers service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Watcharaphoom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Annastashia

Disliked: Staff & service
The housekeepers were not friendly. That’s the only think I had a problem with. I wanted to make my own bed and things and they just like didn’t want me to take the sheets. Plus they didn’t give me everything I needed either. It was only a couple of things, for a fitted sheet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Louise

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

Days inn

Was horrible n nasty room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marlene

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
After five minutes in our room, we left to look for another hotel. The pictures are deceiving. This hotel is terrible. It is very run down and badly kept. The room had a musty smell and it looked old. The tv was small and malfunctioning. We had a horrible experience. Unfortunately, we lost the one hundred dollars that we paid for the night. I do not recommend staying at this Howard Johnson.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

2/10 Terrible

Nina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as listed on site
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst experience in the last 25 years. My Tablet was stolen (allegedly by cleaning staff). The room is noisy from the A/C and thin walls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the price this hotel exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Howard Johnson was good. The staff were friendly. I had a nice swim in the pool. My room had all brand new towels and sheets. I think the bed was brand new too, very comfortable. The water i in the shower/bath was good and hot. I stayed with my wife and two children. Places is perfect for the budget minded traveler.. I thought the staff were very friendly. I have decided that I will come and stay again. For me, the location is very good.. most of the guests I ran into and talk to were laid-back and friendly. There is a Mexican place next-door. You can walk to supposed to be very good., the air conditioning worked well. I thought there was a lot of channels on the TV.. place is kind of old, but I had fresh paint in the room. It was decorated nicely. The light was good. I like the coffee they had in the room. If you’re not too picky, the place is a good value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look behind the dresser

Much better stay this year then last year! This this the lights around the vanity actually worked! The only issue was with house keeping quality, everything was clean, but I did find a stick from some incense stick in the crack of the backsplash, and a previous guests shorts behind the dresser! The last 2 nights, the smoke detector was chirping, you would this that when house keeping was doing their daily service they would notice it and do something about it. Im a hard sleeper, and it didn't bother me
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prompt, efficient, and courteous service. The facility is spotlessly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mike

Paying a 50/100$ deposit for a 70$ room is a bit insane, and they take about 7 days to even release it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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