What's it like in Downtown?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Schenectady's Downtown neighborhood has to offer. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Be sure to check out Proctors Theater and Scene One Movieland while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveler data, Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Downtown area?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Schenectady, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown?

Proctors Theater, Scene One Movieland, and Schenectady Light Opera Performing Arts Center are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Frog Alley Brewing Co. and Schenectady City Hall are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Schenectady Civic Playhouse, Schenectady County Historical Society Museum, and Museum of Innovation and Science are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Hamilton Hill Arts Center and Rivers Casino & Resort are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Schenectady.

How can I get around Downtown and the greater Schenectady area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Schenectady Station.

10 Best Hotels in Downtown, Schenectady for 2026

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1. Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown

Downtown

patrick

CA $194 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio area with stone fire pit seating, tables, and chairs, surrounded by a building with large windows and exterior lighting.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown

Downtown

Kishan

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows allowing natural light.

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

East Glenville, 2.2 km from Downtown

Chandra

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with wooden bar counters, multiple seating options including bar stools and chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. Hyatt House Schenectady / Mohawk Harbor

Nothside, 1.4 km from Downtown

Will

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire pit.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Schenectady at Mohawk Harbor

Nothside, 1.6 km from Downtown

Joachim

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a view of a lake, and string lights.

6. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino Schenectady

Nothside, 1.2 km from Downtown

william

CA $274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A Comfort Inn & Suites building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Schenectady - Scotia

Scotia, 3.1 km from Downtown

carla

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A row of townhouses with a brick facade, a green door, and a small garden area with a planter.

8. The Stockade Inn

Stockade Historic District, 0.5 km from Downtown

Tina

CA $265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A two-story hotel with a beige facade, red-tiled roof, and a landscaped front yard with pink flowers.

9. Belvedere Inn

Rotterdam, 4 km from Downtown

Carl

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

10. Quality Inn Schenectady - Albany

Rotterdam, 4.7 km from Downtown

VINAY

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a high arched window, a round wooden table, and four brown leather chairs.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Schenectady/Albany Area

Rotterdam, 5.7 km from Downtown

CA $110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and chairs, a television, and chandeliers.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport

11.3 km from Downtown

Danesh

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, red and yellow chairs, and a red ottoman.

13. Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY

12.7 km from Downtown

Julie

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area

15.2 km from Downtown

Casey

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

15. Holiday Inn Express Suites Clifton Park by IHG

15 km from Downtown

Sara

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and large windows.

16. Best Western Clifton Park

14.6 km from Downtown

William

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A corridor with a kitchen area, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. Motel 6 Schenectady, NY

6.2 km from Downtown

Kathryn

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel with a lobby entrance, multiple windows, and a parking area.

18. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport

15.6 km from Downtown

Anne

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Clifton Park

14.1 km from Downtown

Kamlawattie

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A Hilton Garden Inn with a covered entrance, a clear sky, and a well-maintained garden.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area

17.5 km from Downtown

Amber

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Where to stay in Downtown

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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.

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Niskayuna

While visiting Niskayuna, you might make a stop by sights like Mohawk River State Park and Town Of Niskayuna.

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Scotia

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

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East Glenville

When in East Glenville, you can plan a visit to Rivers Casino & Resort and Proctors Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Nothside

While Nothside isn't home to many top sights, Rivers Casino & Resort and Proctors Theater are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Marriott Albany

8/10 Good

"I was able to get on the 1st floor which I liked. I don't like elevators. Staff smiled and greeted me when we walked in. Thought the bldg looked older than other Marriotts. Our sink wasn't draining :( we stayed 1 night to catch a flight out. It was nice that this was so close. We will choose another hotel to stay if we go back"

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1. Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown

3. Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

4. Hyatt House Schenectady / Mohawk Harbor

5. Courtyard by Marriott Schenectady at Mohawk Harbor

6. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino Schenectady

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Schenectady - Scotia

8. The Stockade Inn

9. Belvedere Inn

10. Quality Inn Schenectady - Albany

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Schenectady/Albany Area

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport

13. Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area

15. Holiday Inn Express Suites Clifton Park by IHG

16. Best Western Clifton Park

17. Motel 6 Schenectady, NY

18. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Clifton Park

20. Hilton Garden Inn Albany/SUNY Area

Where to stay in Downtown

Rotterdam

Niskayuna

Scotia

East Glenville

Nothside

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Marriott Albany

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