"The room was fine, but I was surprised that the hotel wouldn't accept a debit card for payment. Find a diner for breakfast.2022-06-12"
"The pillows were way too firm, and the bathtub didn't drain well. Other than that, the hotel room was a decent place to stay with our dog.2019-10-17"
"Good handicap room.2019-06-22"
"The room was small, but it was clean and comfortable. It was totally satisfactory after a long drive. I arrived at 1 AM, but the hotel clerk was perky, efficient, and helpful. Breakfast was a welcome perk. This hotel was just what we were looking for; an affordable place to crash, close to town without the big-city expense. We'd definitely stay here again.2018-10-24"
"Good value. I liked the quiet location; the hotel was away from the highway but easily accessible. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was welcoming and provided us with an extra blanket and dining recommendations. We were pleased.2017-09-06"
"Good value. The room was nice and clean, but the carpet was ugly. The motel clerk was cordial. There was a noisy party at night, but the staff took care of it. We've stayed at far worse places that cost a lot more.2018-04-03"
"Located outside the downtown core, but well worth the extra drive. The motel was modestly priced, pleasant, clean, and well-maintained. The employees were helpful. I was especially pleased with the extensive breakfast bar and availability from 6-10 AM. Enjoyed the indoor pool and small workout room. I'll be back.2017-03-03"
"The motel was a real bargain. The room was clean and comfortable, and the employees were courteous and helpful. Good, hot breakfast.2016-04-25"
"The hotel was in town, a bit off the freeway. Good experience. Breakfast was a disappointment, though.2021-08-01"
"Nice location near restaurants and shops. The room was comfortable and clean, with good amenities. The hotel clerks were responsive and helped resolve an issue with the room temperature. Loved the Christmas village scene in the lobby. This was a good, reasonably priced, and pleasant place to stay.2020-12-25"
"This was the best hotel experience we've had in years. Great location in a renovated part of town that's attractive and full of activity. There were many restaurants nearby; the front desk clerk recommended Johnny's, and it was excellent. The hotel building was classy. Choose it.2017-08-13"
"Nice hotel. I was pleased with the accommodations.2016-09-28"
"The bedsheets didn't fit the queen beds and kept coming off. There was a large crack in the mirror. Only decaf coffee provided in the room; when I asked for caffeinated coffee, I was told they didn't have any. Limited menu at breakfast, and the only hot item was waffles. OK hotel for a short stay.2022-06-28"
"The hotel staff was accommodating. You can't go wrong staying here.2022-05-31"
"The hotel staff accommodated our request for an early check-in and late checkout. Limited breakfast with few hot items.2021-11-15"
"Great value. The hotel room was clean, comfortable, and had excellent amenities. Check-in was fast and efficient. Good variety of hot and cold food at the complimentary breakfast, and the attendant kept it stocked. I'd stay here again.2018-03-28"
"There were roaches in my room, and there was nobody in the lobby when I went to talk to someone about it. I decided to leave. Don't stay at this motel.2020-06-08"
"Good motel with nice employees. Give it a shot.2020-03-11"
"The room smelled strongly of mildew. Don't stay at this motel.2019-05-06"
"The motel was clean, but the room had a bit of an odor. The employees were courteous and helpful. Excellent breakfast with plenty of choices. I didn't have any problems.2018-06-15"
"An OK hotel. The room was clean, and the staff was courteous. Breakfast wasn't that good, and the selection was limited.2021-10-22"
"The hotel staff was polite, welcoming, and attentive. They acknowledged us when they saw us, which we appreciated. Definitely stay here.2021-04-26"
"The hotel room was clean, but the temperature wasn't consistent. Nice front desk clerks and lovely people who cleared a path around my car and brushed the snow off. Limited breakfast because of Covid.2021-02-03"
"The bed was comfortable, and the shower was nice. However, stepping on pretzel crumbs made me realize that the hotel room wasn't clean.2020-01-25"
"The motel needed updating. It was a little shabby, but the staff was friendly and helpful. Some paint was chipped and the furniture was worn, but I felt safe.2021-07-31"
"The motel was a little shabby, but the staff and service were excellent.2021-07-26"
"My room wasn't as clean as I'd have liked, but it was secure and the bed was comfortable. No tissues or hair dryer. The hotel staff was friendly and most helpful.2021-04-04"
"We were disappointed that the hotel was being renovated. The noise and smell were unpleasant, and the pool, whirlpool, and exercise room were closed. Don't stay here.2018-04-09"
"I had a nice hotel stay except for the crawling bug on the pillow, the spider in the shower, and the mayfly in the sink. A night light in the bathroom would've been nice.2018-07-05"
"The price was right, and the room was really clean and comfortable. Excellent customer service. Don't hesitate to stay at this hotel.2022-06-22"
"The hotel clerk propped the back door open by placing tape and paper over the lock so it could be opened without a key card. He said the door was broken. We didn't feel safe.2022-05-18"
"Clean hotel with pleasant personnel and decent coffee in the morning. I'll definitely stay here again.2021-08-28"
"The motel room smelled bad and needed serious updating. Don't stay here.2016-11-28"
"The motel clerk was courteous and helpful. The room and breakfast were fine.2016-09-02"
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to medium-sized pets only, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay fee for each pet. - Aug 2018 < Less
"The hotel was reasonably priced. The room furniture was a bit beaten up, but the employees were nice and helpful. There were tea bags at breakfast, but no hot water. I had coffee instead, and it was a fine cup of coffee.2019-09-16"
"The hotel staff was friendly, but the room needed updating. There were no kitchen supplies in our room.2019-05-07"
"The hotel was clean and nicely furnished.2018-04-19"
"The room was tiny. No closet, no fresh towels, no housekeeping service. Only decaf coffee was available. I expressed my displeasure, and the staff responded with an offer for me to leave and find another hotel. Don't stay here.2022-03-26"
"The hotel was clean and luxurious. Great bed and pillows. Good water pressure in the shower.2021-10-10"
"Close to the thruway and university. We weren't informed that the hotel was under construction. However, the room was clean, and the front desk clerks were friendly. Eat at Gramma's Pie Shop.2018-12-13"
"The room was beautiful, and the bed was the most comfortable.of our recent hotel stays. No complimentary breakfast. Overall a perfect stay.2018-08-12"
"All in all, I had a relatively comfortable stay. The hotel room was clean, but the smell of deodorizer was gross. The front desk clerk was friendly. Don't expect too much.2021-09-28"
"I had to call to have someone clean my room. The entrance to my room was at the end of the hotel. Every evening, workers in uniform had a cookout and drank beer. People talked loudly in the hallway.2021-08-01"
"The hotel was nothing fancy, but the room was clean. Good water pressure. The employees were nice.2021-06-22"
"Nothing fancy, but it was good enough. The room was clean, and the check-in clerk was efficient. It was great that the hotel was pet friendly and didn't have carpeting. The chair next to the bed was stained, and the plate for the shower faucets was loose. Breakfast was free. If you just need a reasonably priced place with no bells or whistles, I recommend staying here.2019-08-27"
"The chair didn't roll on the carpet, the TV was too complicated, and the main door wasn't working. The bathroom was too small. Not much variety at breakfast. The hotel was OK for a quick stay.2018-07-24"
"The hotel room was dirty. There was dried blood on the bathroom door and shower curtain, and there was hair in the bathtub. The customer service was poor. I called the hotel about Covid restrictions and was incorrectly told that the restaurant and bar were open; they were not. The only time available to reserve the whirlpool was 7 AM. Don't stay here.2021-04-14"
"Nice hotel near the University of Albany. Good, clean room.2020-08-25"
"The hotel was clean, quiet, and pleasant, and had a warm, inviting atmosphere. We were disappointed that the bar closed so early, and parking was limited.2015-10-22"
"Not the greatest experience. The hotel grounds were beyond unkempt. There was construction going on due to previous flooding. The room was OK, but the bed was ridiculously soft. The hallway and elevator were dirty. I wouldn't stay here again.2021-08-18"
"We all had a comfortable stay at this hotel. No washcloths, though, and no breakfast.2021-08-07"
"Good location. Our 1st room smelled like cigarette smoke. The pool was closed due to Covid. Breakfast was continental. I was disappointed.2021-06-21"
"Clean hotel with friendly, accommodating, helpful front desk clerks.2021-01-14"
"Good rates. I was disappointed that my room wasn't cleaned even though I put in a request to have it done. The hotel staff wasn't helpful at all.2021-01-05"
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
This hotel is located near SUNY Albany.
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking
Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 80 pounds - $75 per stay fee up to 7 nights - $150 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more. - Nov 2015 < Less
"The hotel was shamefully understaffed, but the few employees on duty were polite and helpful. The room overlooked a lighted entrance, but didn't have blackout drapes. The hallway floors were old and run-down. Miniscule restaurant with mediocre food and only one server. OK for a 1-night stay.2020-03-04"
"I had a good overnight stay. The hotel staff was nice.2019-06-27"
"The hotel sign was hidden behind trees and barely visible from the road. The bed comforter was plain and wrinkled, and the pillows needed to be replaced. The bedroom door was hard to open due to the humidity. Lots of selection at the hot breakfast.2017-08-25"
"Clean room and polite employees. Great breakfast area. You can't go wrong at this hotel.2019-06-22"
"The room was clean and wonderful, and the hotel staff was friendly and accommodating. Good shuttle service. Great place to stay.2018-02-06"
"Good location. The staff dealt with a few problems I had with the room. The pool was cold and unappealing, and smelled like chlorine. I wouldn't stay here again unless the pool were heated.2016-01-07"
"This was the most exceptional Hampton hotel I've stayed in, and well worth the price. It was new, clean, and nicely decorated. Pleasant, professional staff. Breakfast was abundant and good. We'll stay again.2015-10-30"
"The room was in good condition, and the hotel staff was friendly.2015-08-09"
On place pages like this, we order hotels from lowest cost to highest – except we list low-rated hotels at the bottom of the page.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
