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Americas Best Value Inn-Schenectady/Albany West
759 State St
Schenectady, New York

Super 8 Schenect/Albany Area
3083 Carman Rd
Schenectady, New York

Holiday Inn Schenectady
100 Nott Terrace
Schenectady, New York

Quality Inn
2788 Hamburg Street
Schenectady, New York

STOCKADE INN
1 North Church Street
Schenectady, New York

Days Inn Schenectady
167 Nott Terrace
Schenectady, New York

Hampton Inn Schenectady
450 State St
Schenectady, New York


Hotel Tips

Always find a reason to email the front desk manager in hotels that you plan to visit again. Tell them what they did right and express your plans to stay again and ask what opportunities there might be for frequent discounts or upgrades on your next visits. If you become friends with the manager, you just might get the friends and family rate some day.

Ask to be placed opposite of any roadways. Road noise can be a constant source of pollution which may not be a noticeable problem during the day but reveals itself at night. Don't be afraid to request a room change to get a better sleep.

Always announce during booking if the trip is for a special event, anniversary or reunion. Group rates can be pre-negotiated and you may qualify for a lower cost and better upgrades for your stay. If you are the one setting up the event, always work directly with the front desk manager to make sure the best service is offered to your party.



Things To Do

Schenectady brings meaning to leisure time while enjoying the local yarn shop and wandering through in amazement with the different fibers and vast array of colors. Signing up for a class is easy and fun and serves as a great getaway for a few hours to enjoy the company of fellow knitters.

Schenectady brings musicians together and finding your local musical instrument shop can be a great way to get to try new and used guitars. Be sure to start your search downtown if you are looking to upgrade, trade-in or add to your collection.

Schenectady has the perfect game shop for both young and old. Your friends and family will enjoy hours of entertainment with a wide selection of board games, card games and games of skill. A perfect stop for travellers with kids and those seeking a new adventure for game night.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Cathrine Sutton
Cute shops

Deborah
Jacksonville is utterly charming! I love browsing Terra Firma and Pickety Place, eating delicious Umi Sushi, and sitting under the amazing wisteria in the Bella Union garden. I always go to the library in that sweet little building, where Lauren the librarian knows me by name (and recommends good books). The Good Bean people are awfully nice, and even the clerks at Umpqua Bank are especially kind and friendly. Best little downtown ever!

Kathleen Townsend
It's so quaint and cute!

Tracy Hart
Just purchased a home nearby and am looking forward to shopping in the area

Robert Drennan
Planning a trip and want to visit after reading all the reviews


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