The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge, Albany

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Queen Room

Max 2 Adults

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This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.

Family Room with Private Bathroom

Max 5 Adults

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Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, executive lounge access, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as lake views. The unit has 3 beds.

Deluxe King Suite

Max 2 Adults

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The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, executive lounge access, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as lake views. The unit offers 1 bed.

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All Facilities for The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge

Category	Facilities
Business facilities	Meeting/banquet facilities, Business centre.
Others	parking, bar, wifi.
Miscellaneous	Wheelchair accessible, Pet basket, Lift, Family rooms, Higher level toilet, Pet bowls, Lower bathroom sink, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking throughout.
Accessibility	Toilet with grab rails.
Bathroom	Private bathroom, Bath or shower, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Hairdryer.
Room Amenities	Sofa bed, Air conditioning, Heating, Wardrobe or closet.
Food & Drink	Electric kettle, Outdoor furniture.
Safety & security	Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers.
Cleaning services	Laundry.
Media & Technology	TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels.
Services & Extras	Towels/sheets (extra fee), Linen, Alarm clock, Towels, Executive lounge access.
Common areas	Picnic area, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Games room, Garden.
Reception services	Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage.
Entertainment and family services	Board games/puzzles.
Outdoor & View	City view, Garden view, Lake view, View.

About This Property

Located in Albany, 600 metres from New York State Capitol, The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 2 km from Albany City Hall. With a private bathroom, certain units at the hotel also provide guests with a city view. The Egg Center for the Performing Arts is 2 km from The Argus Hotel & Cocktail Lounge, while Corning Tower is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Albany International Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.

Guest Ratings For This Property

8.4

Based on 110 Reviews

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Comfort

8.84

Cleanliness

9.02

Value For Money

8.18

Facilities

8.6

Guest Reviews

Anna

young couple

8.0

Very good

location, safety of the area, walkable spot with lots to see and big park nearby.

Only issue was no sound isolation, big gaps under doors so we could hear everything from the very early am

Published on 06 Oct 2023

Sven

young couple

2.0

Very poor

Nice old villa close to the center of Albany

Very nice and old villa close to the city center. Parking included!

The public areas were not clean, the arrangements (especially breakfast) arranged with no love. The pictures deceive. Very poor cost benefit ratio. I would expect more from a 4 star accommodation.

Published on 27 Sep 2023

Eris

young couple

8.0

Very good

Overall, we enjoyed our stay!

The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Great location next to the park and walking distance to restaurants and cafes. The lounge and cocktail area is beautiful and the cocktails are excellent. Rooms could use a little updating. Love that they are pet friendly

The room could use a little updating

Published on 07 Sep 2023

Sam

young couple

9.0

Superb

Didnt have control of AC in our bedroom.

Published on 29 Aug 2023

Roberta

group

6.0

Pleasant

Great room terrible service

Got the carriage house for our group. Large and nice. Parking included.

Staff was not good at all. I called to confirm but when we arrived the place wasnt ready. Owner seemed very unconcerned and didnt offer us even a free drink to compensate for our lost time in our rooms. Had to really argue with her.

Published on 24 Aug 2023

Heather

solo traveller

3.0

Poor

Great money making venture for owners. No staff, and no services.

beautiful exterior, lobby.

I was very disappointed with my stay. The room was adequate, not the same as the pictures. There was no breakfast in the morning - nothing was available and the coffee maker was not functioning. There were no staff to be found at all on the property.

Published on 01 Aug 2023

Rebecca

family with young children

3.0

Poor

The inn really does not live up to the images on the website. At least, not in the annex/cottage area. The place is

The inn keepers seem nice

Its run down.

Published on 28 Jul 2023

Anonymous

review category business travellers

9.0

Superb

I found myself in an unfortunate situation and I needed a hotel room under short notice. The Argus came to my rescue and

Friendly and cooperative staff.

Rooms were simple, but still comfortable.

Published on 19 Jul 2023

Constance

young couple

9.0

Superb

Book direct with property not thru Booking.com

There was a major problem with the Booking website. I was able to book a room that was blocked by the owner. The property is a historic building and the owner is a wonderful hostess. She worked diligently to correct the problem with the Booking website to get us credit. Will definitely stay there if in the Albany area in the future but will book directly with the property not thru Booking.com.

Published on 17 Jul 2023

Marjorie

young couple

1.0

Bad

Not your typical hotel

We never stayed at this property.

Doors were wide open but No one was in the hotel when we arrived. We walked in and found an office with a couch that seemed as if someone was sleeping in there because it had pillows and sheets on the couch. In the dining room was fruit and a bagel left over from the morning. The bar had dirty glasses and crumpled tablecloth on top. Walked up stairs looking for someone. Stairs were dirty and wrought iron had dust an inch thick. Rooms were sparse and empty. It was creepy. So I called and said we didn't feel comfortable staying there. The owners then came back from their walk and said they wanted it to feel like home. My home is nothing like that so we left. Owner said we wouldn't be charged.

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Published on 27 Jun 2023