Upstate New York

Travel Guide

New York State Capitol Building showing a pond and heritage architecture
Rochester featuring a city
Rochester featuring a city
Buffalo showing a monument, a city and a skyscraper
Everson Museum of Art showing art and interior views as well as an individual female

Where to stay in Upstate New York

Buffalo showing a monument, a city and a skyscraper

Downtown Buffalo

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Buffalo
Genesee River\'s High Falls featuring a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

3/5(6 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Rochester
New York State Capitol Building showing a pond and heritage architecture

Downtown Albany

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MVP Arena and Destroyer Escort Historical Museum while you're in town.

Downtown Albany
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Irondequoit

While visiting Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seabreeze Amusement Park and Irondeqouit Bay State Marine Park.

Irondequoit
Clinton Square which includes a city, a garden and heritage architecture

Downtown Syracuse

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.

Downtown Syracuse
Saratoga Springs which includes land animals and horse riding as well as a small group of people

Downtown Saratoga Springs

While visiting Downtown Saratoga Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Congress Park and Canfield Casino.

Downtown Saratoga Springs
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is €197 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
€197
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,418 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY
The price is €116 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€116
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,526 reviews)
"The stay was great and receptionist was very friendly and helpful getting our booking taken care of."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Buffalo Airport Hotel
M Hotel Buffalo

M Hotel Buffalo

3.5 out of 5
2040 Walden Ave, Buffalo, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €97 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
€97
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,699 reviews)
"Poor AC. But clean room. Nice pool and surrounding area"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

M Hotel Buffalo
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Walk to Million Dollar Beach from this awesome Cottage!

Walk to Million Dollar Beach from this awesome Cottage!

Lake George
Stay at this cottage in Lake George. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Million Dollar Beach and Lake George Steamboat Company ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
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"The cottage exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed a morning run from the cottage to Lake George center for coffee, then an evening fire outside with dinner on the grill. The indoor fireplace was also a lovely! I highly recommend this cottage, you will not be disappointed. We can’t wait to come ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Walk to Million Dollar Beach from this awesome Cottage!
Lake Placid Inn Main Street

Lake Placid Inn Main Street

2 out of 5
2617 Main St, Lake Placid, NY
Stay at this apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Olympic Center and Mirror Lake are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"Great apartment in Lake Placid - very clean and freshly painted. Quiet, comfortable and great location. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking our meals."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Lake Placid Inn Main Street
Lake Placid Inn: Residences

Lake Placid Inn: Residences

3 out of 5
2050 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid, NY
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mirror Lake and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (258 reviews)
"The room was clean and well kept. All the equipment were functional and also very clean. The area was beautiful and quiet. However, the checking in location was far away from the main residence which was a problem for me who didn't have their own car. The WiFi network inside the rooms were terrible. ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Lake Placid Inn: Residences
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Popular places to visit

Cornell University

Cornell University

5/5(1 review)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Cornell University, a top university in Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Cornell University
Syracuse University

Syracuse University

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus of Syracuse University, a top university in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Syracuse University
Hunter Mountain

Hunter Mountain

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Hunter Mountain, a top ski area in Hunter. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hunter Mountain
University At Buffalo - North Campus

University At Buffalo - North Campus

Walk around the campus of University At Buffalo - North Campus, a top university in Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

University At Buffalo - North Campus
Turning Stone Casino

Turning Stone Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Turning Stone Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Verona? While in this romantic area, find time to visit its casinos.

Turning Stone Casino
University of Rochester

University of Rochester

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

University of Rochester

Things to do

1 Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse

30-minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse

€19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
30-minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Syracuse
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Pont de Rennes Bridge featuring a sunset, a city and a bridge

Rochester

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Saugerties

Saugerties

Canandaigua

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