8.5 Fabulous Based on 54 reviews
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"This historic mansion beside Washington Park features a boutique cocktail lounge and a self-serve guest kitchen. Custom-themed rooms fill the property. Best for romantic weekend couples, less so for anyone sensitive to noise."

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Check-in
5 Sept 2026
Check-out
6 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge

  • Cocktail Lounge
    Exclusive craft cocktails
  • Pet Amenities
    Beds, bowls, treats
  • Washington Park
    Adjacent to park
  • Self Check-In
    Contactless key code
  • Continental Breakfast
    Daily complimentary
  • 24/7 Snacks
    Kitchen access anytime

Overview

Located around a 25-minute stroll from the Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza, The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge Albany offers Wi-Fi in all rooms and parking. The comfortable 4-star hotel is a good starting point for exploring Albany, including the beautifully landscaped Washington Park, which is 0.4 miles away.

Located merely 5 minutes by foot from University at Albany Downtown Campus, the hotel lies approximately 30 minutes by foot from shopping venues such as Albany Capital Center. The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge Albany is also 1.8 miles from such natural sights as Van Rensselaer Island. There is the indoor arena "Times Union Center" about a 10-minute drive away. You can catch the bus at UAlbany Downtown Sta - Western Ave & Thurlow Terr bus stop, steps away from the property.

They also come with private bathrooms. The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge offers views of the lake from these rooms.

The nearby dining opportunities include Sovrana Grocery Bakery & Deli, which is 0.4 miles from the Albany hotel.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge
Our tips

Should you book The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge?

Perfect if you
  • Want free private parking available directly at the hotel.
  • Need a family room with a sofa bed and private bathroom.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect on-site dining beyond breakfast - there is no restaurant for lunch or dinner.
Best for
  • A historic mansion bar by McKim, Mead & White with exclusive cocktails

Facilities of The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
Dining
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
Leisure & Sports
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge Guest Services
  • Pet amenities available
  • Laundry
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Room Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Board games
  • Game room

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Check-out
until 11:00
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Check-in
5 Sept 2026
Check-out
6 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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