Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is included, and it is served 24 hours.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features elevators and step-free entrances, ensuring easy access to public areas and rooms.

How is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located 2 minutes from Colonie Center Mall and 6 minutes from the University at Albany. Albany International Airport is approximately 3.2 miles away.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 10.0 per night, and requests for extra beds should be made in advance.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Albany

Average nightly price at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$62
February	US$56
March	US$56
April	US$57
May	US$65
June	US$66
July	US$76
August	US$65
September	US$63
October	US$61
November	US$59
December	US$57

What guests think

At Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall, guests describe an older, budget motel with mixed experiences: some appreciate low prices, decent beds, and straightforward basics, while others report cleanliness issues, smoke odors, and uneven service and maintenance.

Breakfast is consistently simple continental, with limited variety that some found adequate and others disappointing. The location near Colonie Center, restaurants, and bus routes is convenient, though a few guests felt the surroundings and exterior were run down. Expect a basic, no-frills stay focused on value over polish.

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Facilities

An older, motel style property with exterior room entrances and parking by the rooms; common areas and the exterior look worn. Amenities appear basic.

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Isaiah

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty sheets weren’t cleaned holes in the walls and the shower handle was broken off. And heroine needles in the lot. Manager was very apathetic and seemed to not give a dam when I came in for check in

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Mark

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What is the saying? “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” From the exterior, this place is a little run down. Obviously the hotel has been around for many years. Entrances to rooms are outside, which is also old-school. Along with this, the lobby is dated in appearance. Now for the good news. They have 24 hour staff and they are very friendly. The interiors of the rooms appear to have been updated. The mattress and bed pillows in my room were good quality. The room was clean. The showerhead delivered a nice spray and there was plenty of hot water. There is a complimentary breakfast which is basic but not fancy. Surprisingly good, coffee, juice, cereal, bagels and make your own waffles. Not much in the way of protein or fruit. But hey, the price is reasonable. Location is good. In Colonie, between Albany and Schenectady and close to a major shopping mall and plenty of restaurants and retail spots. Also a quick drive to the airport. Good for a night’s stay when you have had last minute changes to your travel plans.

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Daniel

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Basic. Bed was clean/check with UV light, no bugs, no stains. Door had a deadbolt and I felt safe. Bathroom was very clean and no problem with hot water. The room heater was a bit weak, blowing hot air, and not able to go above 86 degrees. The floor, could have been washed. I tried damping towels to mop the floor(cause the floors were actually like walking on grip tape. As said, it’s basic, but clean and safe for the most part. No smell of pot/tabacco/vaping(with policy not too do any). Temperature was bearable. The dirty floor, unfortunate. Not having anything in their vending machines, unfortunate(ended up going to a gas station next door). It’s not the Ritz, and does not need to be. It served its purpose, and don’t expect anything more than that.

4

Vito

16 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Property looks old with main entrance looking poor at best even though pictures show different. Parking area had construction debris at many locations making parking limited and dangerous to cars

6

Michele

22 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very run down, ..room was dirty looking. Hairs in the tub and schmutz on the door. Some really sketchy looking people hanging out in their room doorways....smell of pot everywhere. Thought price was a bit high...site said 106...then as i booked it jumped to 150...whatever...just needed a shower and bed for the night. Breakfast was si.ple...juice, coffee bagels and cereal. We didnt die, so i guess thats good.

10

Lawrence

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First, I'll address 2 negative reviews that I saw and counter with our experience. The first, our room did NOT smell bad at all. And the 2nd, the customer service was PHENOMENAL!!! Look y'all, is it a "top tier" hotel/motel? No.... BUT it was EXACTLY what we needed, when we needed it. I couldn't be happier with the stay. The bed was comfortable enough, the AC got down to what I needed it to, the shower had great pressure with plenty of hot water, and most importantly, no one messed with our vehicle! Very impressed!

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Ijeoma

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I stayed in room 113. No issues with noise at all. Breakfast included bread/bagel with butter, jelly, and cream cheese. Cheerios and Frosted Flakes. Coffee, juice, and hot tea. Waffles. Con: No laundry facility. Pros: Near a gas station, Dunkin Donuts, Mexican Restaurant, and Middle Eastern Restaurant. WiFi worked. On bus route. 355 and 905 stop right in front of hotel. I arrived before 3pm check-in and they allowed me to check-in early with no additional charge. Mini fridge, microwave, and coffee pot included. Would stay again.

8

PHILIP

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Motel located in far-out sprawl of Albany. Took a while for us to locate it, particularly since we couldn't get our GPS to work. Locale is not pretty and room is pretty spartan. On the other hand the room was spacious, bed comfortable, and price very reasonable. Good value for money.

10

Mike

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms need work outside was dirty.

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anthony

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not a bad stay, but this is an older hotel, not in the best condition. If i'd driven by first, I would not have booked the hotel.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple reports of dirty floors, stained or soiled linens, and pests contrast with several mentions of clean rooms and bathrooms.

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Edward

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was Very dirty, no toilet paper, cigarette burns in top blankets both beds. Toilet nasty dirty, shower very dirty, floors not swept or mopped, fire alarm not on wall, phone broken. Very noisy. The front desk very nice!

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linkon

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was dirty. Floor was so dorty that causes sole black staining. It looks like it was never cleaned

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Steve

21 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Filthy. Beds unmade. Toilet paper in between sheets. Floors had wrappers scattered. Changed rooms. Next room smelled like weed . Unfriendly service.

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Angela

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.

6

Sunil

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was only in town for one night for a concert. The room wasn’t too bad , ac was good, bed was good (although I don’t check under sheets and stuff I just lay on top of the sheets on the already made bed) . Biggest complaint would be the bathroom. I didn’t have flip flops so I didn’t want to shower. I couldn’t. The tub didn’t look well cleaned. The bathroom also had like old dust and other peoples hair in the corners. Other than that, everything else was ok.

8

mark

9 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

inexpensive and clean

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Michele

22 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very run down, ..room was dirty looking. Hairs in the tub and schmutz on the door. Some really sketchy looking people hanging out in their room doorways....smell of pot everywhere. Thought price was a bit high...site said 106...then as i booked it jumped to 150...whatever...just needed a shower and bed for the night. Breakfast was si.ple...juice, coffee bagels and cereal. We didnt die, so i guess thats good.

8

Robert

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is very clean and rooms sleeping area and bathroom clean. The breakfast is satisfying continental simple nutrition. The building is from approximately 1980 and some of the room's furniture are that warm. In the most recent night's here the temperature slightly below zero the electric heater had no problem bringing the room above 75° If a problem arrises the front desk employees are able to find a solution. This is one of the most price to performance successful motels today in the Northeast USA.

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ROBERT

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pet room feces,still on floor from previous traveler, dropped a little soda of floor and cleaned it up and the face cloth was black from the filth on the floor, parking lot disgusting, we were both exhausted from our trip from Maine other wise ,we would of never stayed! Room 115, and I’m sure the rest were just as dirty, dead spiders in shower, I could go on ,up at 3am and out I Of here , refund should be a given

4

Simon

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The worst motel I’ve ever stayed at. The parking lot is sketchy, the room wasn’t clean, there was blood on our lampshade. There were needle caps outside. Stay away!

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated; several are spacious with comfortable beds, but recurring smoke or marijuana odors and occasional maintenance issues like nonworking TVs or fixtures are reported. Noise varies between quiet stays and disturbances from neighbors or traffic.

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Bob

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall fine and comfortable at reasonable price, what you'd expect from an Econolodge. The shower was hard to operate as there was a very fine line between too cold and too hot.

6

Adonis

27 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room had bad smells, the tv never worked…

6

Frank

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Television didnt work. Our reservation was lost and we had to pay hotel for 2 nights out of pocket. Hotel claims they had not received reservation from Expedia. Refund not received yet

8

Rebecca

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very nice, the heating and cooling system worked perfectly. Sheets were too thin for us personally, bed was very soft. The shower had great pressure and temperature. The biggest complaint was the amount of pot. My husband is extremely sensitive to the drug and gets horrible headaches just from a whiff of it. The room next to us was smoking both in the night and first thing in the morning. There were others smoking pot as well, despite being multiple no smoking rooms. This should be banned from hotels. Just because someone else wants to destroy their lungs and brain cells, doesn’t mean we all have to.

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William

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I checked in late around 10pm and left by 8:30am the next morning. The room and facility were very dated, but generally clean and quiet. The bathroom (sink, toilet, & shower) functioned well.

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Duane

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No working Television. Would not discount. Room.

4

don

19 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed side light broken, could not get tv to work, outlets didn't work, stairs were shabby

8

Marisa

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not super clean, but extremely quiet and the bed was amazingly comfortable.

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PHILIP

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Motel located in far-out sprawl of Albany. Took a while for us to locate it, particularly since we couldn't get our GPS to work. Locale is not pretty and room is pretty spartan. On the other hand the room was spacious, bed comfortable, and price very reasonable. Good value for money.

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Susan

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled of stale smoke but the staff desk gave me a spray that made the room smell great. I spend time and scraped the mold and used toothpaste to cover it. The sheets were soft and clean and the room was fine. The staff was great the hotel could be great with a little room cleaning with someone that really cares to improve it. Shame it could be better. But I made the best of it with nice staff.

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Service

Service is mixed: many guests praise friendly, accommodating staff and easy check ins, while others cite rude interactions, unclear policies, and occasional reservation problems.

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Rosa

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I lost my cel cable, but when i came back to ask for it, they were so helpful and supportive.. they showed me all the cables lost it. Finally I found in my luggage…

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Robert

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Booking thru Hotels.com went smoothly. Description stated "Pet Friendly" and breakfast included. Upon arrival, waited 20 minutes for the "Manager" Bob Patel to check in the couple ahead of me - took him a while because he had to repeat himself a lot - english not being his best language. Looking around the lobby, I noticed a small sign stating there was a $20 charge for dogs and a $50 charge if you tried to sneak a dog in! Nothing about that in the Hotels.com description and that hardly qualifys as "Pet Friendly"! Manager Patel wouldn't budge and was downright rude. My wife and I (and small dog) had just driven 500 miles and were too tired to look for another motel. The room was only minimally clean, with dirt in all the corners. Expecting a good breakfast? Expect generic sweetened fruit loops and sweetened cherios with milk from a thermos bottle. No fresh fruit, no juice. Indescribably terrible coffee.

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Kohl

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone was very accommodating. All staff were just wonderful.

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Frank

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Television didnt work. Our reservation was lost and we had to pay hotel for 2 nights out of pocket. Hotel claims they had not received reservation from Expedia. Refund not received yet

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Angela

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.

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Juan

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Upon check-in, I requested the return of my driver’s license after it had been taken by the staff member assisting me. He informed me that he needed to make a copy first. I asked for the reason behind this, and he stated it was “the policy.” When I asked where this policy was documented or explained, he replied that it was not written anywhere. He then added, “If you’d like, I can return your license and the copy, and you can leave. You may also call 911 or speak with the manager in the morning—he can explain the policy.” At no point was the policy clearly explained to me, nor was I shown any written documentation supporting this procedure.

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Dave

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was excellent. The staff needs to improve as the front desk did not provide towels when requested as they seemed rude about it; however, the housekeeping staff provided them.

4

Shelly

26 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fine. Desk staff was unfriendly.

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Stephanie

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owners very kind and accommodating.

10

Kohl

5 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All the staff were wonderful and accommodating

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Location

Convenient to Colonie Center, restaurants, and bus or highway access. A few guests felt the surrounding area and exterior were run down or less safe.

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Susan

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay for an overnight. Close to many stores and restaurants. Staff was friendly. Complimentary breakfast was good. There wasn't any hot water for tea or fruit, but it was fine.

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Liz

9 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Unsafe? Not sure....Police at desk looking for someone on outstanding warrant. Looks like some "guests" are living there. Area around building is unkept. Beds were comfortable and staff was friendly. Price was very reasonable. But not sure if we will ever stay there again.

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Mary

17 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is good value and near shopping and restaurants. Nice staff and clean room.

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Mark

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What is the saying? “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” From the exterior, this place is a little run down. Obviously the hotel has been around for many years. Entrances to rooms are outside, which is also old-school. Along with this, the lobby is dated in appearance. Now for the good news. They have 24 hour staff and they are very friendly. The interiors of the rooms appear to have been updated. The mattress and bed pillows in my room were good quality. The room was clean. The showerhead delivered a nice spray and there was plenty of hot water. There is a complimentary breakfast which is basic but not fancy. Surprisingly good, coffee, juice, cereal, bagels and make your own waffles. Not much in the way of protein or fruit. But hey, the price is reasonable. Location is good. In Colonie, between Albany and Schenectady and close to a major shopping mall and plenty of restaurants and retail spots. Also a quick drive to the airport. Good for a night’s stay when you have had last minute changes to your travel plans.

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Chantel

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect for an affordable stay. Great loaction

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Edwina

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older motel, but the room was fine. There were a lot of folks roaming around the hotel grounds and they yelled at us a couple of times. We also had someone bang on our door at 3:45am, asking for Daniel. Although I don't blame the hotel for this, it speaks to the area. Worked for the night.

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Raymond

1 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was quiet and back off the road, and easy late night check-in.

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Wilfred

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The surrounding around the area didn't feel that safe

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Ijeoma

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I stayed in room 113. No issues with noise at all. Breakfast included bread/bagel with butter, jelly, and cream cheese. Cheerios and Frosted Flakes. Coffee, juice, and hot tea. Waffles. Con: No laundry facility. Pros: Near a gas station, Dunkin Donuts, Mexican Restaurant, and Middle Eastern Restaurant. WiFi worked. On bus route. 355 and 905 stop right in front of hotel. I arrived before 3pm check-in and they allowed me to check-in early with no additional charge. Mini fridge, microwave, and coffee pot included. Would stay again.

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Jeremy

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was fine. What one expects from an Econolodge. Easy access from highway. Easy check in/check out, clean sheets, working shower. No complaints really. I would stay here again when stopping in Albany

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Dining

Breakfast is a simple continental spread (cereal, bagels, donuts, waffles), with limited variety and little fruit or protein; some found it adequate, others disappointing.

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Alejandro

28 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast could be much better in having more variety of choices.

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Susan

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay for an overnight. Close to many stores and restaurants. Staff was friendly. Complimentary breakfast was good. There wasn't any hot water for tea or fruit, but it was fine.

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William

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast left a lot to be desired

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Thomas

23 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room itself was OK. It's not a place you'd stay to enjoy the amenities but rather to have somewhere local to stay for the night. The TV didn't work but we really didn't need it. There was an big, unidentified yellow and red spot on the sheets of one of the beds. Breakfast was a few cereals, a large selection of donuts, toast, English muffins and bagels with plenty of condiments available. Coffee, OJ and apple juice were the beverage choices. The location made it difficult to pull out of the parking lot most of the day since traffic was so heavy. The traffic sounds didn't reach our room, though. The desk clerk, Mr. Patel, was friendly and courteous. All-in-all, I'd stay there again.

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Adam Dianna

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This econo lodge is very dated and run down. But the staff was nice, the price was good and the breakfast was decent: cereal, bagels, hard boiled eggs and waffles and the coffee was good. If you are looking for a quick, cheap stopover in Albany, it was fine.

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Barbara

1 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The water in the shower was not hot and the breakfast was minimal - no fruit and very little selection

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David

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was minimal.

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David

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a good economy choice. The outside of the property could be modernized a bit, but my room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast options were a pleasant surprise, but limited.

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Linda

19 Oct 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Very good value for the price. The facilities were generally clean, but "grubby" or a bit "tired". There was dirt in places like where the threshold of the bathroom door met the floor, in hard-to-reach or hard-to-clean places. Amazingly quiet. The breakfast was cold cereal with milk, donuts, white bread to toast, English muffins. No fruit or fruit juice (there was some kind of Tang- like drink). No protein like hard boiled eggs. No yogurt. I usually eat dry cereal with milk for breakfast, so it was fine with me. Service was OK, although difficult to communicate as staff had limited English.

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Amzad

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was not great and pillow. Didn’t do breakfast as they didn’t had much to chose from..

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Colonie Center Mall

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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