Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall

Hotels
Econo Lodge
6.4 (740 reviews)
1630 Central Avenue , Albany , us

Children allowed
Pets 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:
Conveniently located
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Extremely dirty rooms
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
4.54
Multiple reviews indicate rooms were dirty, with specific mentions of vomit and a strong smell of cigarettes.
Service
8.01
Overall service was considered kind, though there were issues with responsiveness regarding breakfast.
Location
8.55
Convenient location near the airport and highway for travelers.
Room Quality
6
Rooms were a mix of comfortable beds, but issues with cold temperature and outdated decor noted.
Amenities
5.53
Limited breakfast options and issues with facilities like the juice machine and heating.
Value for Money
6.49
You get what you pay for; expectations were low and met despite cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
5.54
Breakfast experience was poor, with items not restocked in time and cleanliness issues.
Overall Experience
6.51
Mixed experiences; some positive aspects overshadowed by major complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:11

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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

6.4
Based on 740 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.54
Service: 8.01
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 5.53
Value for Money: 6.49
Food and Beverage: 5.54
Overall Experience: 6.51
M
Marc couple us
5
very ordinary
Pros:

breakfast was ordinary

Cons:

Service was ordinary. room was ok.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
S
Smith family_with_children us
6
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller us
4
My experience was less than stellar
Pros:

The water pressure and location were good. It had a refrigerator and microwave. The room was good sized.

Cons:

They struggled to meet bare necessities, such as toilet tissue, towels and wash cloths. The air-conditioner kept the room cool but made a terrible sound when the compressor kicked on and off. The room telephone never worked the whole 3 days we stayed there. This facility is better suited for 1-2 people instead of four people like I had with my wife and two girls. The beds are not that comfortable and the wooden headboard that protruded from the wall was a real head banger.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
M
mark solo_traveller us
1
Pros:

Smelled very bad

Cons:

Everything

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
H
Harold couple us
5
Stay somewhere else.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It’s dirty. Very dirty. Room was dirty. Lobby was dirty. The old man in them lobby that was in charge of the breakfast area constantly kept wiping his nose with his thumbs and then would continue to put out bagels, bread and fruit with out washing his hands.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
G
Gallego solo_traveller ca
2
Cons:

Tellement sale!! La toilette était avec urine!!!
Le lit salle! Très désagréable

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
J
John couple us
6
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
N
Neil solo_traveller us
6
Fair price for the the room
Pros:

Decent property

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
S
SAYID solo_traveller kw
7
Over all good
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Good

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
L
Laniewski couple us
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
S
Sierra solo_traveller us
5
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
J
Jeliyah couple ca
1
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
M
Melvin couple us
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
C
Christy solo_traveller ca
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Dirty
Insect

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
A
Assia couple us
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
R
Rita family_with_children us
5
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
L
Leet solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Not applicable

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
H
Heni solo_traveller ca
8
Excellent price, clean room, location close to my event.
Pros:

Location and price were excellent. Bed very comfortable. Breakfast was acceptable. Staff were competent.

Cons:

Coffee was weak.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
R
rachid solo_traveller ca
7
The room was perfectly fine for the price I paid. I would recommend this hotel.
Pros:

the hotel was close to the city

Cons:

When I turned on the air conditioner, I noticed a strong cigarette odor. The air conditioner filters need to be cleaned. In addition, there was a noticeable smell of cannabis in the hallways.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
S
Shaterra couple us
4
2026-06-27 via Nuitee