What's it like in Downtown?

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

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller 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 neighbourhood is DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown .

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

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

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Downtown.

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

Proctors Theater, Scene One Movieland and Frog Alley Brewing Co. are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Schenectady Light Opera Performing Arts Center and Schenectady City Hall are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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.

Downtown hotels, Schenectady, United States of America: Schenectady Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television.

1. Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown

Downtown

Taruna

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

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

Mark

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Schenectady - Scotia

Scotia, 3.1 km from Downtown

GRACE A

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

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

Neil

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

5. Quality Inn Schenectady - Albany

Rotterdam, 4.7 km from Downtown

Pratik

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

6. Belvedere Inn

Rotterdam, 4 km from Downtown

Carl

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

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

7. Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady

East Glenville, 2.2 km from Downtown

Juliana

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Schenectady at Mohawk Harbor

Nothside, 1.6 km from Downtown

Donna

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Schenectady/Albany Area

Rotterdam, 5.7 km from Downtown

Safraz

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

10. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino Schenectady

Nothside, 1.2 km from Downtown

william

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport

11.3 km from Downtown

Robert

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

12. The Stockade Inn

Stockade Historic District, 0.5 km from Downtown

Kirsten

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

Tammy

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

14. Executive Inn

Vale, 0.8 km from Downtown

Chris

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, multiple windows, and a brick facade.

15. Holiday Inn Express Suites Clifton Park by IHG

15 km from Downtown

Allen

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

15.2 km from Downtown

Denis

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

17. The Century House Latham - North Albany, an Ascend Collection Hotel

16.2 km from Downtown

Claudia

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls and large windows.

18. Best Western Clifton Park

14.6 km from Downtown

Jiajin

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar counter with a digital screen, and shelves stocked with bottles.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Clifton Park

14.1 km from Downtown

Lee Ann

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

20. Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport

15.6 km from Downtown

Charles

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Schenectady Downtown	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Schenectady Downtown	4.0 star property	8.4 Very good 830 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Schenectady - Scotia	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt House Schenectady / Mohawk Harbor	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 157 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Schenectady	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Rotterdam

Visitors to Rotterdam like its waterfalls and riverfront, and Rollarama Skating Center is a sight worth a stop.

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A multi-tiered waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense forest.

Niskayuna

If you're spending some time in Niskayuna, Mohawk River State Park and Town Of Niskayuna are top sights worth seeing.

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A large, ornate building with multiple towers and a statue in the foreground.

Scotia

Restaurants and riverfront are just a few things travellers like about Scotia. A stop by Collins Park Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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East Glenville

Though East Glenville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Empire State Aerosciences Museum and Rivers Casino & Resort.

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