The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort

Hotels
Independent
9 (283 reviews)
21 Rush Street, Schenectady, New York, 12305 , Schenectady , US

Facilities

Sportsbook
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Casino
Elevator
ATM/banking
Gift shops or newsstand
Bicycle rentals nearby
Kayaking nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and secure location
Friendly and helpful staff
Nice decor and good atmosphere
Cons:
Shower design causing water issues
Lack of coffee makers in rooms
Some service issues at the front desk

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
The hotel is very clean, although some reviews mentioned minor cleanliness issues with water on the bathroom floor.
Service
8.86
Staff were described as friendly and helpful, although there were some concerns about front desk responsiveness.
Location
9.4
The hotel is located in the center of downtown Schenectady, making it convenient for guests.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms are generally clean, decorated nicely, but some guests noted issues with space and amenities.
Amenities
8.38
Various amenities are mentioned but specific requests for more features, like coffee makers and ice machines, indicate room for improvement.
Value for Money
9.34
Guests feel that the experience provided is good relative to the prices, especially during the holiday season.
Food and Beverage
8.89
Food options were noted as convenient and satisfying, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall, guests had a positive experience, despite minor issues with service and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 20:02

Property Description

Luxurious Casino Experience
Indulge in the thrill of the casino or explore other recreational activities like the sportsbook for an exhilarating stay.

Dining Extravaganza
Choose from a variety of dining options including 5 restaurants and 2 coffee shops. Unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Featuring complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, and free parking, this hotel ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.

Book your stay at The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort now for a remarkable experience in Schenectady!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 283 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 8.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 9.34
Food and Beverage: 8.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
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charlesdX9960YC Couples
8
Need coffee machine in the rooms
Pros:

The Hotel is very clean and secure location. The bar is lively and could use free drinks for paying guest. Rooms are very clean and cleaning staff very friendly and helpful. The room could use a coffee pod. I know there is a Starburst and Village Italia where coffee is sold but not convenient for guest have to get dress in the morning to go out into the casino lobby or casino for their first cup of coffee.

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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robertpA5580FR Couples
6
Poor design for shower
Pros:

We enjoy staying there the only thing we have a issue with is the shower not having doors to keep the water flowing on the floor, water was all over the floor from taking one shower to where we had to use all our towels to soke it up

2025-12-30 via Tripadvisor
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Go61848393795 Family
6
Overall fine, but could have easily been better
Pros:

Overall our stay was fine, but a few things were disappointing.
I found the front desk underwhelming - had an issue with a reservation and they were unhelpful and a bit snippy on the phone. Also, a man was bothering women in the lobby and the front desk staff did nothing (he was looking for a room to stay in). As the hotel is connected to the casino, you'd think the front desk would call security to escort him out. Saw him, and heard about him from a couple of women on the elevator and my daughter.
While the room was fine, it was disappointing that there was no coffee maker in the room. I can't remember the last time I was in a hotel that didn't have a coffee maker. I would have also liked some lotion to be available in the room.
It's also an odd entrance to the hotel - you have to go through an inside parking lot.

2025-12-29 via Tripadvisor
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leo10598 Family West Long Branch, New Jersey
10
Really nice rooms
Pros:

The hotel rooms are nicely decorated, quiet and clean. We have stayed here 3 or 4 times, always a good experience. The only issue we always have is with the toilet paper holders. They don't hold the toilet paper and it falls off and rolls under the vanity. I know we don't get the same room everytime, I think they need to replace them in every room.

2025-12-25 via Tripadvisor
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186shawnw Family
10
Christmas
Pros:

Perfect!! Everyone is always very friendly at the hotel as well as the casino and restaurants. Thanks for another wonderful stay!!

2025-12-25 via Tripadvisor
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haroldr503 Solo travel Galway, Saratoga County, New York
10
Christmas eve get away
Pros:

Stayed at rivers landing hotel and casino in Schenectady NY.
Clean quiet, river view room as always. Check in fast and easy ...same goes for key drop off. Christmas eve .. was busier then I thought it would be. Still a great time .. nothing to improve in hotel, .casino had an afternoon band they were fun to watch and listen to.. all in all a great time

2025-12-25 via Tripadvisor
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637geem Couples
10
Great
Pros:

I had a great experience at Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady. The casino was clean, modern, and well organized, which made it easy to enjoy the night without feeling crowded or overwhelmed. There was a good variety of slot machines and table games, so there was always something to play. The staff were friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment I arrived. I also enjoyed the food options, which were convenient and satisfying. Overall, Rivers Casino is a fun, entertaining spot and a great place to relax and enjoy yourself.

2025-12-23 via Tripadvisor
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Goodbee7 Couples New Orleans, Louisiana
10
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino and Resort - Schenectady, New York
Pros:

The Landing Hotel At Rivers Casino is very clean, the waterfront view room is exceptional. I really enjoyed the warm chocolate cookies during check-in. The staff were courteous and polite. The location is in the center of everything downtown Schenectady, New York.

2025-12-23 via Tripadvisor
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kellydD4366XM Solo travel Albany, New York
6
Nice SMALL Room with a View
Pros:

Room was quite small but clean. One recommendation would be to have ice machines on every floor! Toilet was also very low to the ground.

2025-12-22 via Tripadvisor
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craigmV8105YT Solo travel
10
Wonderful staff
Pros:

The room was great and the staff was wonderful as always. I really enjoyed myself and the stay was very relaxing and comfortable.

2025-12-19 via Tripadvisor
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N754TOrobertj Solo travel Claverack, New York
6
Seems to be going downhill
Pros:

When I got to the room I had to go find a cleaner to come clean the room . There was a lot of debris including a fingernail on the floor and especially under the couch . This place is always clean but I had the same problem thanksgiving. There was actually a sock under the couch. I don’t go pulling stuff apart, this was all noticeable. In the casino at van slyks the same video poker machines still broken. Staff always nice and Mian was excellent like always

2025-12-16 via Tripadvisor
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carlossK9621HF Solo travel
10
A great day to relax from work and to stay out of the cold
Pros:

The room was nice, I had a great view of the city. Guess services were great, I would like to come back. Entering and existing the property was quick easy and simple.

2025-12-13 via Tripadvisor
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dawnbJ492RR Couples Latham, New York
10
Get away
Pros:

Very nice River view room. The Hotel was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Even get a nice warm Chocolate cookie upon check in.

2025-12-09 via Tripadvisor
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MikeV138 Family
10
Great Experience!
Pros:

The room and services were excellent! Great fitness center with all the cardio and strength training equipment you would need.

2025-11-29 via Tripadvisor
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prestopresto77 Family
10
A lovely stay
Pros:

Always a nice time. Hotel and rooms are beautiful. Not a big fan of doorless showers. In room coffee would also be a nice “perk” (get it?)
Always such welcoming hosts, and fresh baked chocolate chip cookies, Wow!

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
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tammyhO1154SW Couples
8
Uncomfortable bed
Pros:

I was surprised that the bed was so uncomfortable. I tossed and turned all night. We like our rooms cool to sleep and alot of hotels shut off the air through the night. Our room did stay cool all night long.

2025-11-21 via Tripadvisor
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marilynbS7775AE Couples
10
Very impressed- can’t wait to return
Pros:

First time
Room was clean - bed comfortable
Bathroom spacious clean beautiful
Took husband for his birthday
We definitely plan to return!!

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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kendraf943 Family
2
Stay somewhere else
Pros:

My family stayed for one night and had 2 rooms. We both had entirely different check in experiences. Although there was an issue with my card at my father's check in, the person checking us in was extremely rude. Both of our rooms (113 and 121) had a broken bed, where if you laid anywhere except the exact middle of the bed, it would tip to the side. One corner of the bed in our room, 121 would hit the floor. One of us was given cookies at check in, the other was rushed through with no information provided about card charges. The rooms offer no amenities, no coffee maker or microwave, not even a bottle of water.

After the experience checking in, we were not comfortable contacting the front desk for issues in the room. I have never had such a negative experience at a hotel that charges so much for a room.

2025-11-10 via Tripadvisor
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judye559 Family
8
Really nice Casino
Pros:

Beautiful clean hotel and staff were very friendly.
Great slot machines. Good variety
Food choices could be looked into. We had a burger and fries. Didn’t finish either. Pizza wasn’t worth ordering. Wish there was a decent restaurant to sit and eat and then continue to play. It’s nice to have it all in one place instead of leaving to go out to dinner.
Overall really nice casino and hotel.

2025-11-05 via Tripadvisor
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mjgaz91 Family Clifton Park, Saratoga County, New York
10
A great stay!
Pros:

Riverview 6th. Floor, the room was clean and very comfortable. The Staff was personable and very eager to help us with any inquiries. We enjoyed our second stay here and would have no doubts about referring the Landing to others. The Otis Spunkmeyer cookies were an added surprise.

2025-11-01 via Tripadvisor