West End Travel Guide
Albany
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Empire State Plaza Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Empire State Plaza Convention Center during your trip to Albany. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Top hotels in West End
Albany Plaza Hotel
Room clean. Very courteous
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Nice staff. Good communication.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Everything was perfect! No complaints! Staff was so nice!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Quick check in. Great shuttle service. Rooms outdated
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clifton Park/Saratoga Area
Easy and fast
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Tru By Hilton Albany Airport, NY
Tru by Hilton is my first option no matter what city i visit. Traveling with my 10 year old we loved the lobby with all the games and the Foosball tables. We'll visit again soon!
Reviewed on 22 Jan 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 Albany Institute of History and Art 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 Albany Institute of History and Art.
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, Albany Institute of History and Art and Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Buckingham Lake
Buckingham Lake 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.
