Upstate New York Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond
New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond
Rochester which includes a city
Rochester featuring a city
Buffalo which includes a monument, a skyscraper and a city

Where to stay in Upstate New York

Buffalo is the second most populous city in the state of New York, behind New York City.; Shutterstock ID 123298231

Downtown Buffalo

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Buffalo
Cohoes Falls, New York, United States

Colonie

You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Colonie, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Northway Mall and Colonie Center Mall are just a few notable stops.

Colonie
New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond

Downtown Albany

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.

Downtown Albany
Genesee River\'s High Falls showing a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

3/5(6 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Rochester
U.S.A., New York, Saratoga Springs, Historical Society building, downtown

Downtown Saratoga Springs

While visiting Downtown Saratoga Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Congress Park and Canfield Casino.

Downtown Saratoga Springs
Clinton Square featuring a city, a garden and heritage architecture

Downtown Syracuse

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.

Downtown Syracuse
The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark

The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark

4 out of 5
555 Resorts World Drive Monticello NY
The price is Rp3.485.032 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
Rp3.485.032
Rp5.060.268 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Monticello. Enjoy 5 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and water park access (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,988 reviews)
Clean friendly safe fun for all ages can’t wait to go back

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark
Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St Buffalo NY
The price is Rp1.105.592 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.105.592
Rp1.257.514 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,899 reviews)
Room was not clean. Bed not very comfortable.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Buffalo Airport Hotel
Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport

2.5 out of 5
100 Holtz Dr Buffalo NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.121.968 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp1.121.968
Rp1.276.238 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
I stayed there for 4 nights, first night, I had some issue with my rooms, no wifi, sheets not clean, I went to night shift staff they ignored my issue and said wifi is always like this, I decided to check out next morning and I went to the front desk the guy Mr. Sam immediately took notice and moved ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Buffalo Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Eastern Catskills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Eastern Catskills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
282 Cairo Junction Rd Catskill NY
Stay at this cabin in Catskill. Enjoy free parking, furnished patios and climate control. Popular attractions Catskill Golf Club and Angelo Canna Town Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
The room and premises were spot less

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Postcard Cabins Eastern Catskills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lake Placid Inn: Residences

Lake Placid Inn: Residences

3 out of 5
2050 Saranac Ave Lake Placid NY
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mirror Lake and Lake Placid ...
9/10 Wonderful! (298 reviews)
Very new and clean room.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Lake Placid Inn: Residences
Lake Placid Inn Main Street

Lake Placid Inn Main Street

2 out of 5
2617 Main St Lake Placid NY
Stay at this apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mirror Lake and Lake Placid Winter Olympic ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews)
Amazing location! Easy check in and friendly staff. Small issue with appliances in the apartment which was quickly resolved. Our 1 bedroom suite was perfect for a couple but could also accommodate small kids on a pull out couch in the living room. Highly recommend and would stay again!

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Lake Placid Inn Main Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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