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Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Albany

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall offers comfort and activity in vibrant common areas. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, and a fitness center. The property provides WiFi throughout, and the friendly staff consistently receives positive feedback.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Albany, Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall is connected to a shopping center. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Crossgates Mall and Colonie Center Mall. Destroyer Escort Historical Museum and USS Slater are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, horse riding, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer.
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1651 Western Avenue, Albany, NY, 12203

What's nearby

  • Crossgates Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University at Albany - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Colonie Center Mall - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Albany Medical Center - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • MVP Arena - 11 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Albany International Airport Station - 9 min drive
  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maggie McFly’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Capital City Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall

Hotel near Crossgates Mall
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a free manager's reception, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and a computer station
  • A banquet hall, a billiards/pool table, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 96 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
  • Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, free infant beds, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2018
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and fitness facility with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Crossgates Mall and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from University at Albany. Albany NanoTech Complex and Albany Pine Bush Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Tru By Hilton Albany Crossgates Mall Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent, friendly, attentive staff, clean comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Lots of variety for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Shower and floors in the room were dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jereme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Amenities
Clean quiet place… staff is excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning more often bedrooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a cordial staff and great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hennessy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great experience here love this place definitely coming back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay . The staff is very friendly , mall is a 5’min walk away
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here because it is next to the Crossgates mall. The hotel staff are very friendly. The hotel is nice and clean and the free breakfast is a bonus and we love the free coffee in the lobby
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, loved the free breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was clean and staff were very nice. Not thrilled about the dogs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the mall and a stop overnight when you are traveling, located close to the highway
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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