The hotel is located just minutes from the New York State Thruway and Interstate 787. It is convenient to all that downtown has to offer including over 22 restaurants, New York State Museum, Albany Visitors Center, Hudson River tours, Times Union Center, Palace Theatre, The Egg and the State Capitol Building. Historic Albany sites are just outside hotel doors. Renovated in 2007, there is nothing stuffy about this vibrant, updated hotel. In fact, the entire property has been refreshed and reinvented to make guests' experience more relaxing and enjoyable. Whether travelling for business or leisure, this hotel has great amenities and very knowledge staff to satisfy guests' needs. Comprising a total of 135 guest rooms, the air-conditioned establishment welcomes guests in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. A hotel safe, cloakroom, lift access, a café, breakfast room and car park are also provided. For an additional fee guests may make use of the laundry service. All rooms offer a Dream Bedding package with white goose down duvets, reliable high-speed Internet access, a 26-inch flat screen high definition TV with satellite/cable channels, iPod clock radio and signature SMART Roast Coffee. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with a shower, bath, hairdryer and Kohler bath fixtures. Rooms with either double or king-size beds are available. King Whirlpool Suites with adjoining double queen rooms are offered, perfect for both the business traveller and the family that requires extra space and comfort. All rooms also feature a direct dial telephone, ironing set and individually regulated air conditioning and heating. The indoor recreation area includes an indoor heated swimming pool, relaxing hot tub and 24-hour gym. A sauna and steam room are also available. The hotel is partner with full service area gyms for a complete workout. For the avid cyclist, the property is minutes from the Hudson River bike trail for a scenic ride.