Upstate New York

Travel Guide

New York State Capitol Building showing heritage architecture and a pond
Rochester featuring a city
Rochester showing a city
Buffalo featuring a monument, a skyscraper and a city
Everson Museum of Art featuring interior views and art as well as an individual femail

Where to stay in Upstate New York

Buffalo featuring a monument, a skyscraper and a city

Downtown Buffalo

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Known for its great bars and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. You can visit top attractions like Chippewa District and Statler Tower, and jump on the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Buffalo
Genesee River\'s High Falls which includes a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

3/5(6 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Rochester
New York State Capitol Building showing heritage architecture and a pond

Downtown Albany

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MVP Arena and Destroyer Escort Historical Museum while you're in town.

Downtown Albany
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Irondequoit

While visiting Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seabreeze Amusement Park and Irondeqouit Bay State Marine Park.

Irondequoit
Clinton Square featuring a city, a park and heritage architecture

Downtown Syracuse

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Syracuse is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.

Downtown Syracuse
Saratoga Springs showing land animals and horseriding as well as a small group of people

Downtown Saratoga Springs

While visiting Downtown Saratoga Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Congress Park and Canfield Casino.

Downtown Saratoga Springs
Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

4 out of 5
310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY
The price is RM865 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM865
RM971 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,416 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino
Buffalo Airport Hotel

Buffalo Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
4600 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,527 reviews)
"The stay was great and receptionist was very friendly and helpful getting our booking taken care of."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Buffalo Airport Hotel
M Hotel Buffalo

M Hotel Buffalo

3.5 out of 5
2040 Walden Ave, Buffalo, NY
The price is RM420 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
RM420
RM477 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Buffalo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,706 reviews)
"I love the property overall. Everyone was professional and loved the breakfast and pool area. Also the night time bartender was very cool at the restaurant"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

M Hotel Buffalo
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Lake Placid Inn Main Street

Lake Placid Inn Main Street

2 out of 5
2617 Main St, Lake Placid, NY
Stay at this apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Olympic Center and Mirror Lake are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"Great apartment in Lake Placid - very clean and freshly painted. Quiet, comfortable and great location. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking our meals."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Lake Placid Inn Main Street
Lake Placid Inn: Residences

Lake Placid Inn: Residences

3 out of 5
2050 Saranac Ave, Lake Placid, NY
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Lake Placid. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mirror Lake and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (258 reviews)
"The room was clean and well kept. All the equipment were functional and also very clean. The area was beautiful and quiet. However, the checking in location was far away from the main residence which was a problem for me who didn't have their own car. The WiFi network inside the rooms were terrible. ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Lake Placid Inn: Residences
The Flatts at North Shore

The Flatts at North Shore

3.5 out of 5
414 Exchange St, Geneva, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star spa condo in Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Smith Center for the Arts and Finger Lakes ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"The property was in a great location and had everything we needed. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and the owners were great !"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

The Flatts at North Shore
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Popular places to visit

Cornell University

Cornell University

5/5(1 review)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Cornell University, a top university in Ithaca. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.

Cornell University
Syracuse University

Syracuse University

4/5(1 review)

Walk around the campus of Syracuse University, a top university in Syracuse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Syracuse University
Hunter Mountain

Hunter Mountain

5/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Hunter Mountain, a top ski area in Hunter. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Hunter Mountain
University At Buffalo - North Campus

University At Buffalo - North Campus

Walk around the campus of University At Buffalo - North Campus, a top university in Amherst. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

University At Buffalo - North Campus
Turning Stone Casino

Turning Stone Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Turning Stone Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Verona? While in this romantic area, find time to visit its casinos.

Turning Stone Casino
University of Rochester

University of Rochester

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

University of Rochester

Things to do

Epic Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York State!

Self-Guided Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York!

RM52
per adult
Self-Guided Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York!
1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse

1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse

RM119
per adult
1 Hour Shared Archery in Syracuse
Front Doors Exterior Far Shot Syracuse

1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing

RM119
per adult
1 Hr Syracuse Axe Throwing
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Buffalo which includes cbd and a city

Buffalo

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Massena

Massena

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