Howard Johnson by Wyndham Albany

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Howard Johnson
6.2 (782 reviews)
1614 Central Ave/Rt. 5 , Albany , US
+1 518-869-0281

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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:
Good/central location
Clean/quiet rooms reported by many
Comfortable beds
Friendly and responsive staff
Good value for short stays
On-site pool
Basic included breakfast (for some)
Cons:
Outdated property and rooms
Cleanliness issues in some rooms (smell, stains, dead insects)
Hard/uncomfortable pillows
Old carpets and worn fixtures
Occasional broken amenities (TV remote, noisy fridge)
Inconsistent breakfast / some guests reported none
Serious refund/customer-service disputes reported

Categories

Cleanliness
4
Mixed to poor: several guests report smells, dead insects, stained sheets and generally outdated/dirty elements, though some found rooms clean for short stays.
Service
6.8
Mixed but generally adequate: multiple comments praise friendly and responsive staff and assistance retrieving items; a few serious complaints about refunds/arguments lower this score.
Location
8.5
Consistently positive: many guests highlight a very convenient/suburban strip location and proximity to restaurants and travel routes.
Room Quality
4.5
Below average: frequent notes of outdated rooms, hard pillows, old carpets, broken remotes/fridge noise and occasional severe issues (bugs, broken fixtures).
Amenities
5.8
Mixed: basic amenities noted (pool, light included breakfast, parking) but some complaints about broken windows, noisy fridge, limited/poorly maintained facilities.
Value for Money
7.5
Generally positive: many guests state the hotel offers good/excellent value for short stays despite shortcomings; a minority feel it lacks value.
Food and Beverage
6
Neutral to slightly below: breakfast described as very basic or sometimes missing; included light breakfast appreciated by some guests.
Overall Experience
6.5
Mixed overall: several pleasant, convenient stays with clean rooms and friendly staff offset by a number of strong negative experiences (cleanliness and maintenance issues).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 782 reviews
Cleanliness: 4
Service: 6.8
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 4.5
Amenities: 5.8
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 6
Overall Experience: 6.5
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Ananda • couple • us
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Doug • couple • ca
7
Stay was good
Pros:

Location was good.

Cons:

Property is very outdated

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sermedi • couple • it
8
Adatto per 1/2 notti
Pros:

Vicino a ristoranti.

Cons:

La camera era un po vecchiotta

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
E
Esther • solo_traveller • us
10
I will recommend family and friends .
Pros:

Great location to continue travel north

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Lania • family_with_children • ca
10
Pros:

Le personnel, la propreté .

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
1
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Rooms smell smoke! They changed my room 3 times and still smell like someone just smoked there

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
A
Ava • couple • us
1
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Claudeen • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

The place was clean and quiet

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
O
Olivier • family_with_children • ca
8
Adéquat pour un arrêt en route vers une autre destination
Pros:

Bon rapport qualité prix pour un stop and go. Petit déjeuner compris de base (céréales, café, toast).

Cons:

Environnement defraichi. Lit plus ou moins confortable

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • couple • us
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Riitta • solo_traveller • fi
5
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Nasra Farah • couple • us
1
Dirty and creepy. Wouldn’t recommend
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Haitham • family_with_children • us
1
No value
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Outdated all across

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
T
Taylor • extended_group • us
4
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Shakim • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
M
Melissa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Nice clean room respectful staff

Cons:

Pillows are to hard

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
M
Melissa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location comfy room

Cons:

Hard pillows and no breakfast

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
M
Melissa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Comfy bed

Cons:

Hard pillows

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
N
Nurlan • couple • kz
1
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Robedoinit • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Nice beds

Cons:

Carpets are old

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee