Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall

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Econo Lodge
6 (668 reviews)
1630 Central Avenue , Albany , US
+1 518-456-0222

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Pets allowed
Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Review Highlights

Pros:
Good value/price
Comfortable beds
Convenient location near restaurants and downtown
Manager/staff often professional
Pleasant lobby/lounge with fireplace
Strong hot showers (one report)
Cons:
Severe cleanliness problems (dirty rooms, scummy tubs, bad smells)
Peeling bathroom door and lint on floors (maintenance issues)
Front desk poorly handled beeping smoke detector
No USB ports in rooms
Basic breakfast that often runs out of items
Some safety/maintenance concerns (ladders to balconies, exhaust fan missing)

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Multiple reviews report severe cleanliness issues: extremely dirty rooms, strong horrible smells, scummy tubs, peeling bathroom door, lint on floors — overall cleanliness is a major negative.
Service
6.5
Mixed service: several mentions of professional, helpful staff and a liked manager, but notable service lapses (front desk mishandling a beeping smoke detector) lower the score slightly.
Location
8.5
Consistently praised: convenient Colonie area location near restaurants and retail, close to downtown Albany and local points of interest.
Room Quality
6
Mixed room quality: comfortable beds and good showers noted, but intermittent maintenance and severe cleanliness problems in some rooms create an inconsistent room experience.
Amenities
5
Basic amenity offering: lobby/lounge with fireplace noted but breakfast is minimal, no USB ports in rooms, and some maintenance issues (bathroom exhaust) reduce amenity satisfaction.
Value for Money
8.5
Frequently mentioned as good value: described as inexpensive, fantastic price, and satisfactory for the cost — many guests return because of the price.
Food and Beverage
4.5
Breakfast is basic continental (waffles, cereal, coffee); guests report items often run out and limited selection, though a few found it acceptable.
Overall Experience
6.5
Mixed overall: some guests had pleasant, repeat stays due to price and location, while others had extremely negative experiences because of cleanliness and maintenance — resulting in an overall mediocre-to-slightly-below-good experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

Property Description

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
The Econo Lodge Colonie Center Mall hotel offers easy access to major highways and is surrounded by popular local attractions such as the University at Albany, Times Union Center arena, and Crossgates Mall.

Free Amenities and Services
Guests can enjoy complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, high-speed Internet access, local calls, and access to the on-site exercise room. Business travelers will appreciate the copy and fax services available, as well as the meeting room for small gatherings.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each guest room is well-equipped with coffee makers and cable TV. For added convenience, inquire about rooms with microwaves, refrigerators, and spacious work desks. Plus, this pet-friendly hotel welcomes furry companions for a small fee.

Book your stay at Econo Lodge Colonie Center Mall for a convenient and comfortable experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6
Based on 668 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 6.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 4.5
Overall Experience: 6.5
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Jack • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • us
9
The price was fantastic. The bed was comfortable, and the room was clean.
Pros:

The location was terrific. We were close to Wolf Road where the "Maharaja" Indian Restaurant and the IHOP were located.
I liked the Manager, the comfortable bed, and, especially, the price!

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Dallas • extended_group • us
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Johnson • couple • us
1
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • ca
3
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Pushkar • couple • ca
6
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Eric • family_with_children • us
2
A poor review of econo lodge Inn and Suites
Pros:

The beds were comfortable for sleeping.

Cons:

The bathroom door was peeling wood fibers
The shower tub was dirty and covered with scum.
The room floor was covered with lint.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Hakim • family_with_children • ca
5
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Rollin • couple • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Rollin • couple • us
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Luana • family_with_children • us
1
Pros:

I didn't like anything about this hotel. Everything was extremely dirty, and the horrible smell made my stay unbearable. The room was uncomfortable, the cleanliness was unacceptable, and the overall experience was terrible. There was absolutely nothing positive about my stay. I was extremely disappointed and would never stay here again. I do not recommend this hotel to anyone!

Cons:

I stayed at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall, and it was one of the most unpleasant hotel experiences I've ever had.

The hotel was extremely dirty, and the smell was absolutely horrible! There was a strong, disgusting odor that made it very uncomfortable to stay there. The entire place felt dirty, poorly maintained, and unhygienic.

The lack of cleanliness and the terrible smell were completely unacceptable. No guest should have to pay to stay in such unpleasant conditions.

I was extremely disappointed with my stay. I would never stay at this hotel again, and I strongly recommend that others think twice before booking here. This hotel seriously needs better cleaning, maintenance, and hygiene standards.

Absolutely unacceptable!

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Shayquan • family_with_children • us
2
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • us
4
Pros:

Nice entry with lounge area and big fireplace.

Cons:

The fire alarm battery was beeping. We called the front desk and the person told us to try and disconnect it. We didn't and said it was their job. So he finally came and disconnected the battery from the wall. I said what if there is a fire. He said, "It's a smoke detector" as though it had nothing to do with escaping a fire. Then after he left, the battery kept beeping because he took the thing off the wall but didn't actually disconnect the battery. The bathroom needs an exhaust fan.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • us
8
Pros:

The heat worked. The bed was comfortable. I was tempted to steal one of the pillows. The bathroom was clean. All in all, a pleasant experience

Cons:

Not a single USB port to be found in the room

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
K
Kedarnath • solo_traveller • ca
5
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Rollin • couple • us
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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dena • couple • us
4
Would have felt unsafe if alone
Pros:

Staff ok

Cons:

Ladders up to balconies? While place seemed shadey

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Rollin • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • us
2
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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svrcek • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

nice breakfast

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee