The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge

Hotels
8.4 (94 reviews)
8 Thurlow Terrace , Albany , us

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Character
Friendly Bar
Good Location
Cons:
Poor Value for Money
Overpriced Food

Categories

Cleanliness
8.74
It was clean and quiet.
Service
9.71
The bar was refined and friendly.
Location
9.75
Good location.
Room Quality
7.7
The room was extremely small and the bed and pillows were not very comfortable.
Amenities
8.73
The 24 hours breakfast with yummy wholesome choices was a welcome touch.
Value for Money
6.69
The value is poor for what you get.
Food and Beverage
6.74
The pastries were clearly store-bought and cocktails were extremely overpriced.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall a charming hotel with character.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 02:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with City Views

1. Modern Amenities: The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage space for your convenience.

2. Prime Location: Situated just 600 meters from New York State Capitol, this 4-star hotel is also close to The Egg Center for the Performing Arts and Corning Tower.

3. Relaxing Atmosphere: Guests can unwind in the garden, shared lounge, or the bar, and certain units even provide a stunning city view from the private bathroom.

Book your stay at The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge for a memorable experience in Albany.

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 94 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.74
Service: 9.71
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 7.7
Amenities: 8.73
Value for Money: 6.69
Food and Beverage: 6.74
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Denise • family_with_children • us
7
It was clean and comfortable enough.
Pros:

Good location. Quaint

Cons:

The room was small and the walls were thin.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • us
10
2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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Scott • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Compared to corporate hotels, this property had lots of character.

2025-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • us
10
A gem in the New York State Capitol!
Pros:

I loved everything about this hotel. The bar was refined and friendly and the open 24 hours breakfast with yummy wholesome choices was a welcome touch!

Cons:

Not a thing, everything was wonderful!

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • us
4
I would not stay here again, the value is so poor for what you get.
Pros:

It was clean, quiet, and had a cute, cozy look.

Cons:

The pastries were clearly store-bought and the cocktails were extremely overpriced. $15 for a kettle one (vodka) and tonic. The bed and pillows were not very comfortable. The room was extremely small.

2025-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Rose • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • us
7
2025-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • extended_group • us
7
2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
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caroline • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Good location

2025-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Vivian Luz • extended_group • us
10
The carriage house was perfect for a party of 5. The place offered free breakfast and very clean accommodation.
Pros:

My family of 5 has a wonderful stay at the Carriage house The place was huge. We were able to have delicious breakfast at the main house and the owners were so accommodating to let us us the washer and dryer at the main house. I can’t wait to come back and stay at this place

Cons:

None

2025-07-07 • via Nuitee
B
Bradford • young couple • us
7
Good
2025-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • young couple • us
10
Exceptional
2025-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • young couple • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The best home away from home ever

Cons:

The autonomy & comfort

2025-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Fernanda • family with young children • us
10
Exceptional
2025-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Christy • solo traveller • us
10
Exceptional
2025-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Tyra • review category business travellers • us
9
Cozy for a 1 night, holiday season work trip
Pros:

Cozy for Christmas. Next to lovely park and downtown campus. Walkable to downtown and Lark St eateries. Lovely complimentary breakfast pastries, fruit and coffee and tea. My room H1 had nice furnishings. Lovely Lovely property! The lounge opened in the evening but I didn't get to spend time there. It looked nice also. I would stay again and would recommend.

Cons:

I received the self check in instructions morning off after I had already began my journey as my flight to Albany was at 5:29am. Nobody was there to greet me upon arrival but I was able to call and get my code updated start time for a 1p arrival, thankfully.

2024-12-22 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family with young children • gb
8
Very good
2024-11-28 • via Nuitee
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Jack • young couple • us
7
Nice place that should have been better.
Pros:

Breakfast was adequate. The house was very nice and spacious. Free parking.

Cons:

Could have been greeted better when we arrived. Took 3 tries to get us in room that had been cleaned and had a functioning toilet. Tub of dirty dishes in the self-serve kitchen even though we were the only guests at that time.

2024-11-26 • via Nuitee
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Mark • young couple • au
9
Superb
2024-10-26 • via Nuitee
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David • young couple • us
7
Good
2024-10-24 • via Nuitee