10 Best Motels in Albany: Find Cheap Motels in Albany, NY 2026

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall : Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall. Enjoy access to the 24-hour room service, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Albany, NY - Airport : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall and Crossgates Mall. Motel 6 Albany, NY : Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of Albany Medical Center and MVP Arena. Scottish Inns Albany : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall and University at Albany. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Super 8 by Wyndham Latham/Albany Airport

Latham

Colin

AED 205 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall

Colonie

Austin

AED 250 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Motel 6 Schenectady, NY

Schenectady

Danielle

AED 248 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Feb - 4 Feb

Latham Inn

Latham

Cyl

Americas Best Value Inn Albany East Greenbush

Rensselaer

David

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

Motel 6 Albany, NY - Airport

Colonie

Margaret

AED 266 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Motel 6 Albany, NY

West End

Jose

AED 286 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jan - 29 Jan

The Birches Motel

Gansevoort

David

AED 384 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Super 8 by Wyndham Amsterdam

Amsterdam

Lori

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Top Hill Motel

Saratoga Springs

Joseph

AED 376 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Chatham Travel Lodge

Old Chatham

Carolyn

AED 477 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

Robin Hood Motel

Ballston Spa

Vanessa

AC Hotel by Marriott Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs

Diane

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

27 Lincoln

Saratoga Springs

Waterford Inns on the Hudson

Waterford

Richard

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Four Season Motel

Castleton-on-Hudson

Joseph

AED 285 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jan - 26 Jan

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Hampton Inn Albany-Wolf Road (Airport)

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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Albany?

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Albany, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 202 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What is a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

What are the best motels in Albany?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall. Enjoy access to the 24-hour room service, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Albany, NY - Airport: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall and Crossgates Mall. Motel 6 Albany, NY: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 10-minute drive of Albany Medical Center and MVP Arena. Scottish Inns Albany: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Colonie Center Mall and University at Albany. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

How many motels should I expect to find in Albany?

Expedia has 5 inexpensive motels in Albany.

What can I do in Albany?

Check out the area's entertainment choices and great live music while you're sightseeing. People who visit Albany love its college atmosphere and shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Hudson River, Washington Park, and Corning City Preserve. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Destroyer Escort Historical Museum, Henry Hudson Planetarium, and USS Slater. Some historical places you might want to see include New York State Capitol Building, New York State Executive Mansion, and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena.

What's the seasonal weather like in Albany?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Albany to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Albany are January, March, December, and November, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around Albany when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about getting around Albany to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Albany Intl. Airport (ALB), which is located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County), which is 16.3 mi (26.3 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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