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Reviews of Renaissance Albany Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

144 State Street, Albany, NY 12207, United States of America

#17 of 43 hotels in Albany

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 242 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free Wifi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: May 17, 2024

    7.0
    For the price it underperformed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The sink in our bathroom only dripped. No flow at all. The housekeeping never showed up on one of the days. However the room was quite large which was nice.

    Lovely building and location. The restaurant/bar was exceptional for the food, drink and excellent staff. The highlight of the hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    8.0
    Overall a wonderful stay. However the meal was a disappointment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The restaurant was a disappointment. We showed up on time and we're made to wait for our reserved table. The restaurant was nowhere near full and yet our table was not ready and then as a late adjustment we moved to another unimpressive location next to a drafty window. The online pictures represented an elegant dining experience, it was not. We both had appetizers and high priced entrees yet there was no salad offered. For the price point we could have easily had a much more enjoyable dining experience if only we had known. To top it off. Your reservation was early evening and well ahead of closing, however throughout the entire time we were dining, the staff was busy setting up tables for the Sunday breakfast. This wss very disruptive, noisy, and a real detractor for an elegant dining experience it was purported to be. We intentionally skipped breakfast as our dining experience was not what we had hoped it would be. Not a good benchmark for a supposedly well reputed restaurant so close to the Capitol.

    Room and amenities were wonderful. A very nice surprise was the free shuttle to and from our evening venue. Didn't expect it and it was wonderful not to have to worry about other arrangements a big plus. The front desk staff were professional friendly and very helpful. The room was clean comfortable and well appointed. The bathroom what sizeable modern and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We were very happy with the accommodations. We will stay here again if in the area.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    8.0
    Ok for a business trip, some edible food for late arriving guests would be great. would
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No food for late arrival except some packed long-term-storage crap on a shelf, no room service, only the bar with alcohol. I flew all day from California, don't need any alcohol, but at least some fresh and actially edible snacks would be nice.

    Nice hotel. Nothing exceptional, inexpensive, Ok for business trip..

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Signature Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    thought it was pricey

    nice size room

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: November 29, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My favorite hotel in Albany, but this is not the first time I've had wireless issues for my laptop. Would be nice if the bar stayed open later.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    room description implied view, but only saw roof top of nearby building

    very nice quiet room, excellent restaurant at hotel , convenient parking

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast. I ordered pancakes. The portion would have fed a family. I would have preferred a roll some pancakes, some fruit ... No restaurant was open. I arrived at around 8 pm on a Sunday.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2023

    7.0
    Practical
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Security felt a little off during this stay. It was just my son and I so I was more aware of my surroundings.

    Comfortable rooms. Cleanliness was ok. 

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2023

    7.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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  • Reviewed: May 13, 2023

    7.0
    Spacious rooms, but not clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Signature Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room wasn't cleaned well. We found a spider web beneath the bed.

    Hotel had above average room size

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2023

    8.0
    very comfortable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    n/a

    the room was incredibly spacious and comfortable, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the location was ideal for getting around Albany (via Uber)

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2023

    9.0
    Excellent place for Albany or surrounding business. Recommend.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    modern, nicely and tastefully renovated rooms in a traditional building. Excellent restaurant.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great hotel, original and nice lobby design, spacious and very modern rooms.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2023

    7.0
    Location is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price. Super expensive for what it is. Rooms are ok

    Location.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2023

    8.0
    Overall a nice fairly comfortable stay. Shower pressure could have been better as well as choice in shower head.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Felt the parking garage could have been safer. Felt like anyone off the street could have been lying in wait there. Also, when advising the waitstaff we were in earnest trying to make a show things could have been a bit more efficient.

    Great location as there for show at the Egg. Very conveniently located.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 15, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The lobby was filled with an overwhelming perfume-like smell

    Kind staff, walking distance to The Egg

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2022

    8.0
    the location is outstanding. restaurant is delicious.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I have stayed here a few times before and the cleanliness of the room was not great this time. the light bulbs were dim - a few out. someone’s contacts from previous stay were there. the sink had residue of food from what I guess was someone brushing their teeth. The shower had hair all in it. between the doors was filled with dirt in the crevice.

    location, food, parking garage

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2022

    8.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast not included and overpriced.

    Well equipped rooms. Close to “The Egg”theater and. Convenient parking.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no liners for garbage cans (tough for when you have a diaper or anything wet to toss). sofa bed was on a backward incline so my daughter couldn’t sleep on it. hard to see in bathroom at night without nightlights. wall was stained as was couch. didn’t feel very clean.

    big rooms and nice breakfast (though fancier than we needed). tv was awesome and beds very comfortable.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2022

    9.0
    Very Nice.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Toilet seat was kind of broken

    The room was super clean.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2022

    8.0
    Only overnight but thoroughly enjoyed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Signature Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    well kept

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very poor value for money, possible to find other hotels with the same level much cheaper in the area

    the hotel is clean and in a good location

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2022

    8.0
    great facility and staff. overpriced&mediocre food
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Signature Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    parking is a bit unsafe but close

    Great location. Historical features still in tact.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2022

    7.0
    Enjoyable. Perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Honestly, I was caught off guard by the ultra modern spaces after I left the lobby. I expected old-warm charm, not 21st Century sharp angles and minimalism.

    The suite was lovely.

    Stayed in August 2022

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