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
Catch an event at MVP Arena during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Palace Theater
You can make plans for a show at Palace Theater during your trip to Albany. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
The Egg
You can get tickets for a performance at The Egg on your trip to Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
New York State Capitol Building
You can find out about the history of Albany with a trip to New York State Capitol Building. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Washington Park
After visiting Washington Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albany. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in West End
Albany Plaza Hotel
Nothing bad too say about the room
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Room was clean and the staff was friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Very comfortable beds!!! The bathroom was super clean and the toiletries were a huge plus!!!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Marriott Albany
Convenient location, easy check in. Rooms are clean and such comfort beds.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Yes the room was clean and all personnel were helpful and pleasant.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Clean and beautiful room. Wonderful staff.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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 New York State Museum 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.
