Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by I

8 Empire Dr., Rensselaer, NY 12144 United States (USA) near Exit 9 (9) on I-90 (~0.3mi)
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2.5 Star Property
42.632330-73.701775
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4.0/5

Based on 145 guest reviews

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  • We have an indoor pool ready for use
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport shuttle provided
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 82 rooms in property
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Group score of 7.3/10
  • 2 conference rooms in property

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Local attractions

State Federal Government offices, New York State Capital, Tech Valley, Nano Technology Research Center, Albany Airport, Frear Park, Albany Academy, Hockey sites, Rensselaer County, Times Union Center, Saratoga Racetrack, RPI, HVCC, SUNY Albany, Russell Sage, Siena, Tri City Vally Cats (Houston Astros)Albany River Rats (No Carolina Hurricnes), Cooperstown, Pineridge Ski Center, Children's Museum of Science & Technology, Lee Outlets, Crossgates Mall, Lebannon Valley Speedway, NYS Museum, Albany Aqua Ducks, USS Slater,

Verified reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Clean quiet hotel"
Overall score5.0/ 5
This hotel was clean and quiet. The staff was friendly. Check in and check out were very easy.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Apr-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sun Apr 26 to Mon Apr 27 2026 at a $125.13 average nightly rate.
"Everything was perfect"
Overall score5.0/ 5
The lady at the desk at checkin were more than superb.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Apr-2026 Verified review, stayed from Sat Apr 18 to Sun Apr 19 2026 at a $174.00 average nightly rate.
"Nice Place to stay"
Overall score5.0/ 5
This is a clean, well run hotel. Shout out to William at the front desk for his friendliness and professionalism.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Mar-2026 Verified review, stayed from Wed Mar 11 to Thu Mar 12 2026 at a $148.00 average nightly rate.
"Courteous And Pleasant Staff "
Overall score5.0/ 5
Four days fun. Breakfasts warm and plentiful. Weekend treats appreciated.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Nov-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu Oct 30 to Mon Nov 03 2025 at a $116.20 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 145 guest reviews

Property description

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites-Albany Skyline is conveniently located a few miles from downtown Albany Troy and short commute to Saratoga Springs, Cooperstown and great outlet shopping. The hotel consists of 82 rooms, including 17 suites. Each room is equipped with free wireless high speed internet access, Pay on Demand Movies / video games. All the usual amenities such as hairdryer iron and coffee maker complete the needs of the everyday traveler. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness facility, business center and a complimentary "Smart Start" Breakfast Buffet. Located on a hill overlooking the skyline of Albany you will enjoy the comfort of a country setting with restaurant bar immediately next door.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Year of last renovation: 2008
Floors: 3
Rooms: 82
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 76
Rooms with disabled access:
Suites: 17
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 2 View spaces
Meeting space: 3050 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 80 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 5.0 Miles
Ownership: BBL Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
6PM Day of Arrival
Nightly parking: $0
Total taxes: 11.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 8.00%
Occupancy Tax: 3.00%
Food and Beverage Tax: 8.00%
Audio Visual Tax: 8.00%
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 20.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 20.00%
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 5.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 12.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 15.95 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 4.95 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 4.95 Per Person
Banquet Urn of Coffee: 2.95 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Credit card accepted: JCB
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Video Games in Room
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

Albany Intl Airport, 12 miles, hotel shuttle for fee or $40.00 Taxi,Based upon availability

Is there an airport shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albany Skyline, Holiday Inn Express Albany Skyline

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by I

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by I.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany-Skyline) by I meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Rensselaer event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sq ft)		 Event
5'/6
Event space layout		 Crescent
Crescent tables layout		 Classroom
Classroom meeting layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout		 U-shape
U-shape meeting layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout		 Theatre
Theatre layout		 Reception
Reception desk for meetings		 Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Hudson Room 25 x 24 x 9 600 32/-- 20 33 24 21 18 10/8 60 32 20
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Hudson Room

Exceptional meeting space with exceptional natural light. Meeting space for business or social events. Catering and food and beverage arrangements available. Opens to connecting meeting room to accommodate 1 large meeting or two breakouts. Social Events setting provides attractive and cozy atmosphere. Additional area available for food and beverage functions
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
600 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
25 x 24 x 9 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
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Empire Room 25 x 24 x 9 600 32/-- 20 30 24 18 18 4/3 60 32 60
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Empire Room

Exceptional meeting space with exceptional natural light. Meeting space for business or social events. Catering and food and beverage arrangements available. Opens to connecting meeting room to accommodate 1 large meeting or two breakouts.
Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
600 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
25 x 24 x 9 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
Empire Room Meeting space thumbnail 1
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Hudson 25 x 25 x 9 625 --/-- -- 27 24 24 -- --/-- 50 -- --
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Hudson

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
625 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
25 x 25 x 9 Ft
Floor level:
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
    Empire 25 x 25 x 9 625 --/-- -- 27 24 24 -- --/-- 50 -- --
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    Empire

    Room type:
    General Meeting Room
    Total size:
    625 Sq. Miles
    Dimensions:
    25 x 25 x 9 Ft
    Floor level:
    Is there natural light?
    No
    Are there obstructions?
    No
    Are there built in screens?
    No
    Is there a built in stage?
    No
    Is there built in A/V?
    No
    Amenities available
      Empire Meeting Room 24 x 25 x 9 600 --/-- -- 30 18 20 20 --/-- 50 -- --
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      Empire Meeting Room

      Room type:
      General Meeting Room
      Total size:
      600 Sq. Miles
      Dimensions:
      24 x 25 x 9 Ft
      Floor level:
      Is there natural light?
      No
      Are there obstructions?
      No
      Are there built in screens?
      No
      Is there a built in stage?
      No
      Is there built in A/V?
      No
      Amenities available
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        FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I

        What time is check in?

        Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

        What time is check out?

        Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

        How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I have?

        There are 82 rooms in the property.

        Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I?

        Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

        Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I?

        Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

        Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I?

        Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

        Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I?

        Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

        Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites East Greenbush (Albany Skyline) by I?

        Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

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