Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

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Howard Johnson
6.3 (888 reviews)
1614 Central Ave/Rt. 5 , Albany , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Helpful staff
Good value for the money
Cons:
Dirty property
Outdated room
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
4.16
Multiple reviews mention the rooms being dirty and poorly maintained.
Service
7.63
Staff was helpful, but the breakfast quality was poor.
Location
7.67
Location was described as convenient and close to restaurants.
Room Quality
5.12
Rooms were outdated, with reports of issues like broken furniture and cleanliness.
Amenities
6.15
Basic amenities available, but suggestions for improvement noted.
Value for Money
8.11
Generally considered good value given the pricing.
Food and Beverage
5.16
Breakfast options were limited and of low quality.
Overall Experience
6.43
Mixed feelings due to several negative aspects but some positive points.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:29

Property Description

Welcome to Howard Johnson Inn - Albany!

Luxurious Rooms: Enjoy a comfortable stay in our rooms equipped with a TV and a private bathroom, ensuring a relaxing experience during your visit.

Outdoor Pool and Courtyard: Unwind by taking a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool or relax in the peaceful courtyard, perfect for some leisure time under the sun.

Complimentary Breakfast: Start your day right with our light breakfast, offered to all guests to ensure you have the energy needed for a day of exploring Albany.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Howard Johnson Inn - Albany? Book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note that the check-in hours are between 3pm to 6am.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sat, Sep 5, 2026 until Tue, Jun 15, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ALB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 17 years old stay for US$5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.3
Based on 888 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.16
Service: 7.63
Location: 7.67
Room Quality: 5.12
Amenities: 6.15
Value for Money: 8.11
Food and Beverage: 5.16
Overall Experience: 6.43
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Samuel • family_with_children • ca
5
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • us
1
This place needs to be shut down ,one half of it already is
Pros:

Nothing at all the price but guess you get what you pay for

Cons:

We walked into the room ,the place looked in rough shape . The smell was of like old wet basement and mold. We hung out a few minutes and Roach ran out . So we fled in fear

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Alan • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Was a little lace to stay

Cons:

Not very clean and pillows on beds are half size comfortable to a couch pillow

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Venus • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

Room smells like stale cigarettes

Cons:

Rooms don’t look nothing like the pictures

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Juan E • family_with_children • us
5
You get what you paid for. This hotel is in serious need of work.
Pros:

They said they have breakfast, but they offered really the minimum as breakfast.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • us
10
Nice
Pros:

EVERYTHING

Cons:

I could only stay 7 days even though online it says 21

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
1
Pros:

Bed bugs

Cons:

Bed bugs

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everyrhing

Cons:

Just wish I could have stayed longer than 7 days even though the internet says 30

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Chinnuts • NONE
2
Terrible
Pros:

If you want to relive the 1950s, their decor in the rooms will do it for you. The pictures on the website are very deceiving Sheets were clean no bugs, but this place needs a total renovation.

2026-06-05 • via Tripadvisor
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Nicholas • family_with_children • us
1
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Roman • couple • ca
9
Very pleasant, staff very.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No X inside the washroom sink. If anything would fall down the sink, such as a ring, it would cause a major problem.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Cory • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

The hotel is located by many stores and coffee shops

Cons:

The hotel could be a little bit more cleaner but overall it was good just to get some sleep

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Manpreet • couple • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel • couple • us
9
Quiet quaint hotel great location just outside of Albany with lots to do.
Pros:

The hotel I feel is under rated I can understand some out side cosmetics could be a little off putting to people but the rooms really make up for it. The rooms remind me of a Hampton inn/ true by Hilton with out the price hike. The rooms are very clean staff very friendly and helpful house keeping quick and professional with daily free cleaning. It’s an above and beyond budget hotel. I’ve stayed at 5 star hotels that should be rated 1 star and this place really competes with the big hotels. This hotel has a great location that’s is near EVERYTHING. I would absolutely stay again

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel • couple • us
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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ANGELA • couple • it
7
Pros:

Stanza fornita di frigorifero microonde, riscaldamento.

Cons:

Moquette sporca. Servizi igienici.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Crystal • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Baptie • solo_traveller • us
4
Pros:

It was quiet and private

Cons:

The room smelt bad and was dirty

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee