$54 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: May 24, 2013 Check-out: May 26, 2013

Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

1 star
1385 WASHINGTON AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.3
out of 5
80 reviews
awesome shopping area!

The staff was very nice, and our room was clean!! Also great location close to the college. Just a... See full review

  • chrissy poo 123
  • Aug 5, 2012
it is good

the room is clean.the location is good. i recommend it. See full review

  • Allen Lee
  • Jun 28, 2012
Budget hotel along I-90 convenient to Saratoga Springs and nearby malls

Located along I-90, the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany provides convenient access to downtown attractions such as the New York State Museum and Washington Park. For a day trip, the historic Saratoga Race Course - first opened in 1863 - is within a half hour drive. On the way to or from Saratoga Springs, stop by the Saratoga National Historical Park, site of the Revolutionary War's decisive Battle of Saratoga. Back at the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany, relax with free coffee and cable TV.

Highlights
  • Across the street from UAlbany
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access available throughout the hotel
  • Hotel offers 24/7 complimentary coffee
Location

Shoppers staying at the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany enjoy being near both Crossgates Mall and the Colonie Center, which offer a combined 370 stores and services. Crossgates Mall is the largest in upstate New York and features 11 anchor stores, including H&M, JCPenney and Macy's.

Rooms

Guest rooms at the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany include cable TV, free local phone calls and wake-up service. Some rooms also include microwaves and refrigerators. Interior and exterior corridor access rooms available. Wi-Fi Internet access is complimentary.

Features

Complimentary coffee is available 24/7. Free parking at the Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany includes space for oversized vehicles. Stay connected hotel-wide with free Wi-Fi.

Transportation
  • Adjacent to I-90
  • I-87 (1 mi/2 km) 
  • Albany International Airport (4 mi/5.9 km)
  • Greyhound bus station (4 mi/7 km) 
  • Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station (5 mi/8 km) 
Attractions
  • University at Albany – SUNY (Across the street)
  • Colonie Center mall (1 mi/2.2 km)
  • Crossgates Mall (2 mi/3 km) 
  • Empire State Plaza (4 mi/6.1 km)
  • New York State Capitol (4 mi/6.1 km) 
  • New York State Museum (4 mi/6.3 km) 
  • Times Union Center (4 mi/6.6 km)   
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (8 mi/12.7 km)
Business
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access available throughout the hotel
  • Copy and fax services

Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany Rooms

2 D BEDS N/S
Spacious Room With Two Double Beds Two Double Beds NS -free local telephone calls -free newspaper -complimentary bathroom amenities -hairdryer available in office -iron-ironing board available in office -complimentary coffee in office -wake up service av
2 D BEDS SMK
Spacious Room With Two Double Beds, Two Double Bed Room-free local telephone calls -free newspaper -complimentary bathroom amenities -hairdryer available in office -iron-ironing board available in office -complimentary coffee in office -wake up service a
1 K BED NS
Spacious Room With One King Size Bed One King Bed NS -free local telephone calls -free newspaper -complimentary bathroom amenities -hairdryer available in office -iron-ironing board available in office -complimentary coffee in office -wake up service ava
1 K BED SMK
Spacious Room With One King Size Bed One King Bed Room -free local telephone calls -free newspaper -complimentary bathroom amenities -hairdryer available in office -iron-ironing board available in office -complimentary coffee in office -wake up service av
1 K BED SUITE
Spacious Suite With One King Size Bed One King Bed Suite -free local telephone calls -free newspaper -complimentary bathroom amenities -hairdryer available in office -iron-ironing board available in office -complimentary coffee in office -wake up service

Amenities

  • FREE parking
General
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
Dining
Vending machines
Family plan
Services
24 hour front desk
Express checkout
Wake-up service
FAX
Copy service
Parking
FREE parking
Outdoor parking
Truck parking
Room
Television with cable
Microwave

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Hotel Map

42.6879 -73.8157
Area description
City Center

Dining

Restaurant / Dining Information
DENNY'S RESTAURANT - American - 2 MILES FRIDAY'S - American - 2 MILES METRO 20 - American - 3.5 MILES HOULIHAN'S - American - 1.5 MILES OLIVE GARDEN - Italian - 3 MILES GARCIA'S - Mexican - 1.5 MILES MACRONI GRILL - American - 1.5 MILES RED LOBSTER

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
02:00 PM
Check-out:
10:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (80)

Ratings and reviews for Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Overall score

2.3 / 5
80 out of 80
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2.8
Hotel staff:
3.2
Room comfort:
2.9
Location:
3.7
Value:
3.3

52% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Amherst, MA
Nov 30, 2009

You Get What You Pay For

I stayed here for two nights over Thanksgiving break to see Phish at the Times Union Center. Obviously, we college kids are balling on a budget, so the Red Carpet Inn was naturally our first destination. For $54 bucks a night for a four-person room, I can't complain. If you are visiting Albany to see friends, or to party at U of Albany (which is right across the street) this place will do just fine. We had some issues with our door - our keys didn't work, and the hotel staff had to basically break into it. The place reeks of cigarette smoke, which didn't bother me, but would probably be bothersome to families and non-smokers. There's no amenities really besides cable TV and internet - the vending and soda machines were out of commission. The manager [...] is very nice and understanding. All in all an average experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Business
NYC, NY
Apr 21, 2010

Fine for the price...

I was only doing an overnight and for the price, the hotel was fine. The wi-fi connection was a little spotty at times, but it was mostly stable. I was a little disappointed because the official site promised a continental breakfast, but I was informed that the policy had changed and they no longer provided that particular service. I will say that the morning manager did at least offer me a free danish from the items that they had for sale in the lobby. All in all, I would use it again for the same purpose.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
On the roader
Connecticut
May 12, 2010

Good location and economical

Albany is a wonderful historical city to explore. The Plaza is outstanding and the museum a must. Enjoyed visiting the SUNY campus and the Tulip Festival!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Dano Delmente
Hoosick Falls, NY
Jul 16, 2010

Good price for a fair room.

My fiance and I spent a weekend at the Red Carpet. We spent Friday night there, went to a day long concert Saturday and check out Sunday. The hotel was easy to find, but it was a little dumpy. For example there was a hole that had been patched in the ceiling, but had not been sanded or repainted. On the website it had said there was a refridgerator, but when we got the room it wasn't there. For the price it wasn't a bad deal, but it wasn't the best place I've stayed in. Also the wifi was a bit weak considering there was a router a couple of doors down.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Heading South East from the Inn it is a short drive to Colvin Ave. That street will take you to Central Ave and there you will find a wide range of restaurants and stores.

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Westchester, New York
Jul 26, 2010

"Great Price and Location"

Excellent location for visiters to SUNY Albany. The price for the room was much lower than nearby hotels.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

This hotel is located across the street from the main entrance to SUNY Albany.

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Business
Yonkers, NY
Oct 15, 2010

Good price for location, lacks diner

Wireless connection did not work in the room...Management did not accept the Non-tax application.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

TGF was good 5-10 away with car

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Tokyo, JAPAN
Oct 25, 2010

Good for one night

I just stayed at the hotel for one night. The hotel itself is old and need to be updated. This hotel is for students. The price is very nice and reasonable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Rhode Island
Dec 6, 2010

Good for a cheap place to stay

I went to Albany with a friend for a concert so we were just trying to stay someplace cheap and close to the venue (Washington Avenue Armory). It was good for us college kids that have limited funds and like to have a good time. The room-service dominos was cool too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Domino's has room service.

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Temporarily homeless
Rochester, NY
Jan 16, 2011

I love the Price

I was in Albany for women's alumni basketball events. I have stayed at this inn several times. Room is comfortable if not spectacular, staff is friendly, price is great, and it's right across the street from the UAlbany campus.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Lots of dining choices nearby.

Review of Red Carpet Inn & Suites Albany

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Albany, ny
Feb 17, 2011

Quiet comfortable friendly

Quiet able to get work done and sleep

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
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