West End Travel Guide
Albany
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
Washington Park
Numerous activities await you in this beloved and idyllic Albany green space, a product of the city’s Golden Age in the late 1800s.
Top hotels in West End
Albany Plaza Hotel
Property policy requires a photo copy of guests government ID. This puts guests at risk of identity theft. Guests who decline are refused check in. Drive way is in poor condition with severe pot holes.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Park and ride is my new go too.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
There is no parking. I was very uncomfortable walking alone from my car, in the far parking lot that I had to pay for. Person who checked me in wasn’t directly rude but was very curt.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
A reasonable choice for the money.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hilton Albany
Wish the air conditioning was working better. Or maybe working at all. Thank goodness I was able to open my window.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Hotel was good breakfast was ok only gripe is the ice machine is only on the second floor but all in all hotel was good neighborhood a little sketchy but it’s Troy ny so yea
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Scotland
While New Scotland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
