Schenectady, NY

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Schenectady, NY - USA - May 22, 2021: view of First Reformed Church of Schenectady, located at 8 North Church Street in the Historic Stockade District of Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY - USA - May 22, 2021: view of First Reformed Church of Schenectady, located at 8 North Church Street in the Historic Stockade District of Schenectady, New York
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2017
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Where to stay in Schenectady

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Rotterdam

Travelers enjoy Rotterdam for its waterfalls and riverfront. Consider checking out Rollarama Skating Center while you're in the area.

Rotterdam
Wetland along the Mohawk River at Lions Park, Niskayuna, New York

Niskayuna

While Niskayuna isn't home to many top sights, Mohawk River State Park and Town of Colonie Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Niskayuna
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Scotia

Visitors to Scotia like its restaurants and riverfront, and Collins Park Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Scotia
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Proctors Theater and Scene One Movieland are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
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Nothside

While Nothside isn't home to many top sights, Rivers Casino & Resort and Museum of Innovation and Science are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nothside
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Union Street

If you're spending some time in Union Street, Central Park Rose Garden and Divinitea are top sights worth seeing.

Union Street
The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort

4 out of 5
21 Rush Street Schenectady NY
$140 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$159 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Schenectady. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay at the landing. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We were however did not have a microwave, or coffee maker, and the sink was clogged. The hair dryer didn't work, but they brought a new one. Also we didn't like the shower ...

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino & Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown

4 out of 5
100 Nott Terrace Schenectady NY
$110 nightly
The price is $124 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$124 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Schenectady. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown
Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

3 out of 5
2a Freemans Bridge Rd Schenectady NY
$183 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$207 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Schenectady. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The room was excellent, I loved that they upgraded my room to the lake view. Everyone was so nice and welcoming and answered all my questions. 10/10 would definitely stay again and I’ll recommend this hotel to family and friends :)

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
the rest spot with free parking

the rest spot with free parking

Schenectady NY
Stay at this apartment in Schenectady. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Divinitea and Central Park Rose ...
Good location
Christopher responded to a few needs I had promptly.the location was good and the price was Fair for what you get.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

the rest spot with free parking
The couples home with free wifi

The couples home with free wifi

Schenectady NY
Stay at this apartment in Schenectady. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Divinitea and Central Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Quick one night stay
Very calm environment, owner/host very helpufl & easy to communicate with

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2025

The couples home with free wifi
Looking for a getaway? This is the perfect cottage for you.  Pet friendly!

Looking for a getaway? This is the perfect cottage for you. Pet friendly!

Schenectady NY
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Schenectady. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Empire State Aerosciences Museum and Rivers ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
A nice small cabin style home. A little remote, but that's not a bad thing. It reminded me of a cabin on the lake, minus the lake. Every creature comfort & attention to detail was to a "T". I'd gladly stay here again if ever I come back to the region. Only advice would be to have a few marker lights ...

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Looking for a getaway? This is the perfect cottage for you. Pet friendly!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Schenectady

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
74
5 - Excellent 20%
4 - Good
162
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
112
3 - Okay 30%
2 - Disappointing
19
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I liked it there. Historic city and would come back here for shows.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

will want to go back again to visit Theater again

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

When we come to visit family, we always make it a point to stay here.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The recent development there is impressive, and will get me back there again soon.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area is rebuilding itself. Still a ways to go, many vacant stores.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I was there for a wedding so did not see much but loved the rehearsal restaurant and the fall trees.

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