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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Downtown

5 of 5 stars
jillflat
flordia
Dec 7, 2009

this econo lodge was very nice and clean. the front desk clerk was very nice and freindly. i will come hear all the time when i come to albany. i do recommend this hotel. more

“Very dirty elevator!”

Holiday Inn Express East Greenbush (Albany - Skyline)

3 of 5 stars
sallyoh
London, Ontario
Oct 26, 2009

We stayed here one night on our way home from Maine to Canada. It looked lovely on the outside, nice manicured grounds. Check in was pleasant and we got a nice room with a view. We were very suprised...more

“Room was adequate, carpet was sticky and filthy-front desk 'man' was one of the most rude ever-anywhere!!”

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Downtown

1 of 5 stars
yiayiaM
california
Oct 8, 2009

Being near Amtrak is the only reason we stayed here. I was told on the phone that there would be transportaion to the station, as we had a 9:30 train-the only one of the day. At 8:30 we were told by...more

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