West End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
Albany Capital Center
Learn about the events happening in Albany Capital Center during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
Activities
Our pick of the best West End Hotel Deals
Albany Plaza Hotel
DO NOT STAY HERE!! Pros: - 1 minute from highway - cheap price - bed was ok - 5 minute drive from lots of fast food restaurants Cons: - dirty!!!!!! - bathtub looked uncleaned for years - police in hotel when we arrived (2 cruisers outside) - lots of stains on the floor/carpet - screaming customers ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Albany Retreat- Free Breakfast & Parking Included
Easy checkin
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Marriott Albany
We had a terrible stay. We were given a room that was either occupied or not turned over. When we entered, the beds were unmade, food in the garbage, cups on the counter. The front desk gave us a new room. The new room had a terrible odor but we decided to stay. In the middle of the night someone ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Parking is extra, clean room, safe friendly, breakfast was good, security was amazing
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Downtown Albany New York
Breakfast was great and the parking was more than adequate.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Albany
Rude staff, outdated room with heat that did not work/too hot, rust in bathtub, tiny shower and bathroom so small you had to shut the door before you could use toilet.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
Pine Hills
Pine Hills might not have many top sights, but Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Alfred E. Smith State Office Building are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Melrose
Melrose might not have many top sights, but Westgate Plaza and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
New Scotland
While New Scotland may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and New York State Museum.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
