Top Hotels Near Times Union Center

From the grandstands, the sprawl of the surrounding crowd at Times Union Center is an impressive sight. A large event here is something you won't want to miss.

Since it's in Albany, the state capital, you'll have the chance to discover everything else that this happening city has to offer.

With 12 accommodation choices within 2 miles of Times Union Center, you will spend less time commuting and more time having fun. The Hilton Albany and the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown/Medical Center are just 0.2 miles and 0.9 miles away. Another handy option, the Holiday Inn Express Albany Downtown, is 0.3 miles away.

Some travelers will be glad to find out that this area offers a couple of inexpensive hotels. Some places that come highly recommended include the Comfort Inn Glenmont and the Days Inn and Suites Glenmont/Albany.

If the hot coffee at Dunkin' Donuts doesn't prepare you for a morning at Times Union Center, the delicious sweets will. This well-known eatery is just a short stroll away. If you’re feeling particularly hungry, grab a table at Lam's Kitchen, which is also in the area. When all is said and done, make your way to Red Star Bar and let the wines keep pouring.

Other Places to Visit near Times Union Center

• Take in the interesting exhibits at Irish American Heritage Museum.
• Explore a hub of governmental authority in this area at New York State Capitol Building.
• Arrange a tour of Albany City Hall and see what it is like to walk the hallowed halls of power.
• Stand back and look at the sleek materials used in Hudson River Way.
• It's impossible not to appreciate the architectural design of Corning Tower, a famous historic tower that has managed to stand the test of time.

Hop on a train to get to Times Union Center with minimum hassle. The sight is a relatively short walk from Metropolitan Transportation, the closest stop.