--- title: "Weekend Getaways in Rensselaer, NY from $68 | Expedia" description: "Discover the best weekend getaways in Rensselaer. Browse hotels and vacation deals at Expedia for a perfect short escape." canonical: "https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/178209/rensselaer" language: en-US market: US currency: USD prices_as_of: 2026-11-13T13:29:16Z --- # Weekend getaways in Rensselaer ![A river with a boat, surrounded by buildings and greenery.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178209/9be6234c-9862-4501-bdd4-4b01a17157b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ### Upfront pricing Our total price for your stay includes taxes and fees ### Treat yourself Save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide with Member Prices [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates [Check prices for these dates, December 13 – 14, 2026](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=178209&startDate=2026-12-13&endDate=2026-12-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Featured weekend hotel deals in Rensselaer ### [Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by IHG](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-East-Greenbush.h661385.Hotel-Information) ![A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a seating area with a blue sofa and armchairs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/661400/661385/104e9a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 8 Empire Dr, Rensselaer, NY, 12144, US - Location: Rensselaer - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 972 reviews) - Price: $146 nightly, $324 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ### [Capital Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Capital-Inn-Suites.h64402.Hotel-Information) ![A single-story building with a covered entrance, a chimney, and a garage.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64500/64402/bb173a4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 110 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY, 12144, US - Location: Rensselaer - Star rating: 2/5 - Guest rating: 5.4/10 (474 reviews) - Price: $120 nightly, $266 total, Nov 20 - Nov 22, Total with taxes and fees ## Top Rensselaer Hotel Reviews ### [Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Albany.h92787704.Hotel-Information) ![A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a small round table, and a lounge chair. There is a wooden ceiling with recessed lighting, a large window, and a glass partition wall.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92790000/92787800/92787704/08403957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Downtown Albany - Review: Really nice property, by A, November 24, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by IHG](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-East-Greenbush.h661385.Hotel-Information) ![A modern living room with a fireplace, a large TV, and a seating area with a blue sofa and armchairs.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/661400/661385/104e9a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Address: 8 Empire Dr, Rensselaer, NY, 12144, US - Location: Rensselaer - Star rating: 2.5/5 - Guest rating: 8.8/10 (972 reviews) - Review: It was a great stay!!, by Keyhoon, May 16, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albany Downtown](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Albany-Downtown.h9437139.Hotel-Information) ![A Marriott Fairfield hotel entrance with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9440000/9437200/9437139/dce6856d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Downtown Albany - Review: Very spacious, clean room. Excellent breakfast. All staff were helpful and friendly., by Julie, April 28, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Albany-Downtown.h1287492.Hotel-Information) ![A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a view of the outside through large windows.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1287500/1287492/e3ec21c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Downtown Albany - Review: Nice, clean modern Hotel. Large rooms, great breakfast. Walkable to everything., by Julie, November 7, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Country-Inn-Suites-By-Radisson.h111484416.Hotel-Information) ![A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111490000/111484500/111484416/9956a2ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Downtown Albany - Review: Easy to find and few parking. New decor and good breakfast. Good proximity to MVP arena. Would stay again., by Timothy, March 29, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Four Points by Sheraton Albany](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Albany.h54077744.Hotel-Information) ![A modern lobby with a leather sofa, armchairs, and a chandelier.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54080000/54077800/54077744/26926cc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: Well worth the price, everything is brand new & clean!!, by Anonymous traveler, December 22, 2020, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Residence Inn by Marriott Albany East Greenbush/Tech Valley](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Albany-East-GreenbushTech-Valley.h1210173.Hotel-Information) ![An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a brick fireplace.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1220000/1210200/1210173/1584745b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: East Greenbush - Review: Stayed for a three day weekend. Loved eating breakfast daily by the fireplace. The location was convenient to getting on the highway for a short trip to the Capitol and major shopping areas. I wish I had had time to enjoy the pool and gym., by Juliette, February 21, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [The Morgan State House](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-The-Morgan-State-House.h7806057.Hotel-Information) ![A dining table with a view of trees and parked cars through a window with wooden shutters.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7810000/7806100/7806057/23c5f61b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: The hosts were great. Excellent breakfast. Parking was provided in case street parking was full., by Ganesh, January 4, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Staybridge Suites Albany Wolf Rd-Colonie Center by IHG](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Staybridge-Suites-Albany-Wolf-Rd-Colonie-Center.h8507161.Hotel-Information) ![A courtyard with a wooden pergola, stone pillars, and a central fire feature.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8510000/8507200/8507161/60e16a2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Roessleville - Review: Comfortable suites at decent prices, by Susan, June 9, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hilton Albany](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hilton-Albany.h424407.Hotel-Information) ![A modern hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a desk with a lamp, a view of a cityscape through large windows, and a staircase.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424500/424407/d68885d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Downtown Albany - Review: Room was a little dated. However it was a great deal., by Stephen, July 27, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hilton Garden Inn Albany Medical Center](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Albany-Medical-Center.h1644615.Hotel-Information) ![A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering city views, and modern pendant lighting.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1644700/1644615/9c181bc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: Everyone was super nice. An enjoyable stay., by RICHARD, April 18, 2022, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hampton Inn Albany-Western Ave/University Area](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Albany-Western-AveUniversity-Area.h18218.Hotel-Information) ![A modern conference room with a large central table, four chairs, pendant lighting, and a large window with curtains.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18218/49b3fe44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: We loved our stay everything was exceptional, especially the staff., by Linda, November 5, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Hampton Inn Albany-Wolf Road (Airport)](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Albany-Wolf-Road.h698.Hotel-Information) ![A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a blue sofa, and large windows offering a view of greenery.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/700/698/w5755h3840x5y0-dc3afd29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: Always a simple and easy check-in., by Sonia, June 1, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Residence Inn by Marriott Albany Airport](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Albany-Airport.h38522927.Hotel-Information) ![A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a large window offering a view of greenery.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38530000/38523000/38522927/58d90388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Albany - Review: The staff was so helpful. Everyone we needed something, such as towels, garbage bags, toilet paper and so on. They were always accommodating. I noticed that they were a little light staffed. I work in retail/ customer service so I noticed things that others may not. Even with juggling a lot of work the staff was all so polite. I even noticed when I went to get the grab and go breakfast, the woman who helped me was also there woman running the front desk. In these times with Covid. With extra..., by Brooke, April 23, 2021, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Holiday Inn Express and Suites Albany Airport- Wolf Road by IHG](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Albany-Airport-Wolf-Road.h5705.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel entrance with a covered area, stone pillars, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5800/5705/4183a011.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Colonie - Review: The room was clean, staff was hospitable. We had a suite. The breakfast was hot and on time. There seemed to be permanent residents in this hotel. We booked the room for 3 people and there were only two towels... The staff immediately, with a smile, provided me with the additional towels we needed. No complaints!, by Serina, May 15, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ### [Comfort Inn & Suites East Greenbush - Albany](https://www.expedia.com/Albany-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-East-Greenbush-Albany.h1052319.Hotel-Information) ![A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and arched windows.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1052400/1052319/2273ddaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) - Location: Castleton-on-Hudson - Review: Our room was right across from the pool which was great for the kids., by Jenny, August 30, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent ## Find out more about Rensselaer ##### Weekend Getaways in Rensselaer Weekend getaways in Rensselaer are a popular short-break option for couples, solo travelers, and groups of friends looking to relax, explore, or enjoy a change of scenery without extensive planning. Couples can enjoy relaxed experiences such as dining, scenic walks, or cultural activities, while solo travelers can explore flexible itineraries that balance sightseeing and downtime. If its a group trip, explore social, entertainment-focused experiences that fit into a short trip. Weekend travel generally peaks on Friday and Saturday nights, with a slightly quieter pace on Sundays, making it an ideal window for quick, refreshing breaks. ##### Reasons to book a Weekend Getaway in Rensselaer Weekend getaways in Rensselaer are a popular short-break option that offer a simple way to recharge, break from routine, and make the most of limited time, providing the chance to experience a new place without needing extended time off work or other commitments. ##### Where to stay in Rensselaer For a 2–3 day stay in Rensselaer, the best areas are usually those that keep you close to key attractions and transport links so you can make the most of a short visit. Central neighborhoods are ideal for easy access to landmarks, dining, and nightlife, while waterfront or scenic districts offer a more relaxed break with memorable views. Well-connected areas near major train stations or airports are also practical choices, making it simple to move around efficiently without wasting time on travel. Different neighborhoods can also suit different travel styles. Central and entertainment-focused areas often work well for couples looking for a mix of dining and a lively center, while solo travelers may prefer well-connected districts that offer convenience and flexibility. Group travelers often benefit from busy areas with plenty of entertainment, shared activities, and larger hotel options. Choosing the right neighborhood in Rensselaer helps balance convenience, comfort, and experience for a well-rounded short stay. ##### Top amenities for a weekend stay in Rensselaer When choosing a weekend stay in Rensselaer on Expedia, look for essentials like fast Wi-Fi, flexible check-in and check-out, and easy transport access to help you make the most of a short trip, along with comfortable bedding, climate control, and quiet rooms for proper rest between plans. Added conveniences such as on-site dining, breakfast options, and 24-hour reception can streamline your stay, while features like gyms, spas, or pools add extra value for a more relaxing break. Flexible cancellation is also helpful for keeping your weekend plans stress-free and adaptable, making it easier to enjoy a smooth, well-paced stay in Rensselaer. ##### Best hotel types for Weekend Getaways in Rensselaer Central hotels and boutique hotels are popular choices for weekend getaways in Rensselaer, offering easy access to attractions, dining, and local experiences. City hotels in well-connected areas are ideal for convenience, with transport links that make it easy to get around. For a more relaxed pace, residential or quieter neighborhoods provide a calmer stay while still keeping the city within easy reach. Full-service hotels are also a strong option for groups, with flexible room setups and amenities that support shared, short stays. ##### Best time to go for a Weekend Getaway in Rensselaer The best time for a weekend getaway in Rensselaer is usually during shoulder seasons, when weather conditions are pleasant and areas are less filled with tourists, creating a more relaxed travel experience. Weekends outside major holidays and local events also tend to offer a better balance of availability and comfort, making it easier to enjoy the destination at a comfortable pace. In terms of booking, confirming a stay a few weeks in advance often provides the best choice of hotels and locations, while more flexible travelers may still find good options closer to the weekend during quieter periods. Friday and Saturday nights are typically the most popular, so planning around slightly less busy weekends or adding a Sunday night can sometimes improve both value and availability. ##### Tips to save on a weekend getaway in Rensselaer 1. Travel during quieter weekends Choosing weekends outside major holidays, events, or peak travel periods in Rensselaer can often lead to better rates and more availability across a wider range of hotels. 2. Stay slightly outside the main areas Hotels in well-connected but less central neighborhoods are often more affordable, while still keeping attractions and dining within easy reach. 3. Be flexible with hotel type and room choice Opting for standard rooms or business and city hotels instead of premium or boutique stays can help reduce costs without sacrificing comfort. 4. Compare package deals for better value Weekend getaway packages that bundle hotel stays with flights can often provide better overall value than booking each element separately. ##### Why book with Expedia? Booking your hotel on Expedia makes it easier to get more out of your trip from the start. With a wide choice of hotels, you can compare prices, reviews and amenities all in one place, then bundle your hotel with flights which could help you save even more. Flexible booking options on selected stays also make it easier to plan with confidence. Join our One Key™ travel rewards program to unlock additional savings. It's free to join. ## Other language versions ```yaml hreflang: x-default: https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/178209/rensselaer en-US: https://www.expedia.com/tgp/lodging/theme/getaway/178209/rensselaer ```