For adventurers of all types, Schenectady is great fun. From leisure sports to history museums, you and your family are going to have an unforgettable vacation in this city. Known as New York’s state’s ninth-largest city in terms of population, it is replete with other places of interest such as Museum of Innovation & Science, Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady, and Schenectady County Historical Society, to name a few. You can also go on a culinary adventure while here, with restaurants that offer a variety of cuisines. Planning to visit soon? For a place to stay, check out our list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Schenectady, New York.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Sophisticated home for six guests (from USD 295)
This magnificent house comprises three floors that guests can have full access. The first floor consists of a spacious living room and an American-style kitchen with a dining area. It also leads to a wide patio with two chaise lounges. If you need to catch up on some work, there is a work area on the second floor along with a full bathroom and a queen bedroom. The last floor has two bedrooms and a small bathroom for additional guests. This home is designed very elegantly, with wooden and marble floors as well as classic brick walls. Free parking and WiFi are both available for guests’ use. Situated in the centre of the Historic Stockade District, you will never run out of things to do nearby.
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wonderful amenities and roomsthe main bathroom was magnificent with plenty of hot water for the huge jacuzzi bathwe got breakfast at “the nest” they had great food (try the grit tots)Cleanliness:
my girlfriend and i loved the spacious rooms and the clean opulent decorHost:
franca is a perfect host she answered all of my questions in a timely manner and was super nicethis is an exceptional find in the area and the host simply outstandingfranca has a beautiful home and was a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was also amazingwe are so glad we stayed in this property charming relaxing comfortable good location
2. Fully furnished rental in a quiet neighborhood (from USD 90)
This one-bedroom apartment, with beautiful blue and red accents, is able to sleep up to two guests at a time. When it is time for rest, the bedroom has a queen bed with fresh linens and extra pillows. The bathroom has heated floors, perfect for when you have to take that morning or evening shower. There is an HD TV in the sitting room with Amazon Prime and Netflix. The kitchen has a toaster, a coffeemaker, and all the needed equipment to prepare your meals. Guests are provided with 100 Mbps of the internet upon reservation, while the beautiful neighbourhood has lots of area for on-street parking.
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comfortable and cozy space with all basic amenitiesthe heated bathroom floor was a nice touchthe heated floors in the bathroom was an amazing bonuspatricia's apartment is nicely decorated well stocked and spacious enough for 2 -3 people to comfortably enjoyvery charming apartment where you can relaxCleanliness:
very clean and well-managednice clean apartment with the essentialsit was beautifully clean quiet spacious and convenientthe place was very clean beautifully renovated bathroom and nice little touchesher place is spotless and a perfect respite when in the schenectady areaHost:
host was very responsivedefinitely a great hostbeautiful place extremely friendly host lovely experience overallpatricia is a very kind and gracious hostpatricia was a gracious and accommodating host who was a pleasure to meet and talk withRead more reviewsLocation:
it is very convenient and close to all the beautiful area has to offerpatricia’s place is perfectly cozyvery nice home and close to shopping
3. Spacious apartment near Saratoga Springs (from USD 99)
Only a few strides from the famous eateries and casinos in downtown Schenectady, this well-equipped, spacious house is also near Saratoga Race Course and Saratoga Springs. The apartment, enough for two guests, has a queen bed in its bedroom, a full bathroom with a bathtub, a cable television, ironing facilities, a dedicated workspace, and a full kitchen with cooking basics. It also features a private entrance, so you can leave the house and come back to it anytime you want. Complimentary services include street parking and internet access throughout the property.
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very comfortable bed and couchthere was a washer and dryer and a lovely kitchen tooliving space kitchen and small touches and discounts on neighboring venues really made a nice touchwe had a lovely week in the apartmentthe bed was super comfortable and hosts allowed me an early check in which was much appreciatedCleanliness:
it was clean and nicely decoratedthe apartment was clean and spacioussuper clean and nicely decoratedthe place was clean quiet spaciousexcellent communication easy check-in clean and comfortableHost:
great host - would stay againsara is very responsive to any questions or concernswe love this place hosts were super accommodating and stressfulthe appartment was perfect for our weekend getaway and the hosts were always prompt when communicatinggreat accommodations the parking directions were super helpful i had no issues with parking during my stayRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location in downtown schenectadythe location was perfect - right downtownexcellent location close to everything downtowngreat location for theatre shopping and restaurantssara's place is super close to all the action downtown
4. d floor remodeled apartment in convenient location
This private, nicely revamped apartment is on the second floor of a family house. It can occupy up to three guests in its three bedrooms, with queen size beds, a fully fitted kitchen, a clean bathroom, a large seating and dining area, cable TV with YouTube TV, ironing facilities, a safe box, on-site parking and WIFI. This house is great for visitors who want to stay a couple of nights in a private, calm, clean, and peaceful house, while they get to enjoy and discover the surrounding city of Schenectady including River Casino, Central Park, Proctors Theatre, Great Flats Brewing, Jackson Gardens, Ridge Ski, and State Street for many local dining and pubs. A gas station and Walmart are very close by too for your convenience.
Schenectady, New York, United States
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Central ParkAccommodates: 6
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it has a comfortable couch and a very nice tv alsoac’s in every room made things really comfortablenice amenities love access to netflix and the pool tablemy friends and i enjoyed its cute furniture and pool tablethe couches were super comfortableCleanliness:
place was clean and simplecozy clean and great communicationvery clean and fun spacebeautiful apartment & very cleanthe place was very clean and was goodHost:
the host is very communicative and helpfulsal is a great host who made sure everything we needed was there for usbest of luck to sal he's a great hostsal was a great host he communicates quickly and offers a perfect staythe pool table was definitely a good plus and sal was very responsive with our questions and needsRead more reviewsLocation:
location was great close to fwys and storesit was super on eminent the gas station was right next to the placegreat place for the pricethe place was fine and a good value for the moneygreat place to stay in schenectady
5. Modern house in the heart of Schenectady (from USD 80)
In the heart of the historic Schenectady, you will find this old building where the apartment is located. The rental has a maximum capacity of three guests which is ideal for a small family. It features free WiFi and secured street parking for a hassle-free stay. It also houses one bedroom with a queen-sized bed, a fold-out sofa in the living area, a bathroom with toiletries, a laundry area, a TV, and a full kitchen. This historic area is known to be a traveller’s base for exploring what this city offers.
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well-stocked efficient kitchen great location close to the train station and the river walk
6. Private apartment tucked away in a mansion (from USD 75)
This is another house in the historic district of Schenectady, but this time, it is an apartment tucked away in a red mansion. It is perfect for long-term rentals, with three people maximum. It has one bedroom with a double bed and a pull-out sofa in the living room with a cable TV. A full bathroom with a bathtub and a kitchen are also available in this house for a hassle-free stay throughout. If you want to work even on vacation, there is a dedicated office for you with free internet. Parking is available, and the subway is within walking distance of the house along with different choices of restaurants.
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the sofa bed wasn’t too comfortable so i used blankets under for more cushionher caretaker richard was nice friendly explaining everything in the apartment to usCleanliness:
clean and very neatclean good communication with richard private parking nice towels and linensthe apartment was clean and had everything we neededvery clean comfortable easy check in processruth's place is in a gorgeous building and the unit was very clean and quietHost:
great place with a great hostrichard the on site host was very helpful & quick to respond to any querieshost very nice and accommodating check in easy as pierichard was a great host and had awesome recommendations and was very attentivehe was quick to respond to messages and very informative and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
location was greateasy walking distance to restaurants the train station and downtowngreat room located in a historic district walking distance to restaurantsgreat stay in a nice locationfew minutes walk to all types of food and entertainment
7. Cosy rental near local amenities (from USD 63)
This private house promises a home away from home, with its beautiful furnishings and an array of excellent amenities. Inside, three guests will find one double bed in a bedroom and a sofa bed in the living room. A door code should be provided when entering the house, while your car is kept in the private parking. This vacation rental has a small kitchen, a full bathroom, a lovely balcony, a TV, a desk, and WiFi. This amazing home is located in a beautiful, quiet neighbourhood with easy access to the subway, Union College, Proctor’s Theatre, and Schenectady Park.
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the bed is comfortable bathroom and terrace are excellentHost:
the best host ever very friendly and thoughtful:)robert was friendly and helpfulrobert is a friendly helpful host and an overall great guyhe is thoughtful helpful and responsiverobert is incredibly kind and helpful; providing everything i needed and making my stay relaxingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is pretty nicegood location robert is an responsive and attentive hostnice little apartment with its own parking lot very very convenient location
8. Peaceful hideaway near downtown Schenectady (from USD 96)
While staying at this rental, you can relax in any of the two bedrooms and even bring three more guests with you. For relaxation, use the high-end back and neck massage chair or take a soothing shower in the modern bathroom. If you like cooking, the spacious kitchen is designed for you and equipped with cooking basics. Make your own cup of joe in the kitchen and savour it on the wide patio. For your entertainment, this retreat also features a smart TV with a free HBO subscription. Take your car for a drive to the incredible modern Schenectady Rivers Casino, Proctors Theatre, and downtown Schenectady. When you are back from your mini trip, there is a parking lot just in front of your accommodation.
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tv was great roku plus sign in appsliving room very comfortable with mini sofa and 2 chairslarge bedroom and a small bedroom large kitchen can make meals comfortablythe bed was very comfortable and the back massage chair felt good after a day of physical laborheat was strong throughout the whole day in the apartment which is very much needed during the winter monthsCleanliness:
clean and spaciousvery clean and well equiped apartmentclean and well kept with nice touches insideapartment was clean and price was rightspacious clean beautiful and everything is there even for a long stayHost:
williams is a wonderful hosthosts made everything very easywilliam was a great hostthe owner makes it easy to check in and outwilliam is a great host he was very attentive to any questions i had and was very kindRead more reviewsLocation:
very cute place in downtown schenectadygreat location with good parkinggreat unit and great locationgreat location across from beautiful union collegei just love the place the location is close to many places
9. Lovely rental with a garden
Ideal for two guests or a couple, this rental features one bedroom and two-and-a-half baths. While here, guests can enjoy cooking in the fully equipped kitchen, watching TV and playing with the console, grilling steaks on the patio, and working out at the on-site gym. The house’s back garden is where the owners grow and harvest organic vegetables which you are free to try. Restaurants and grocery stores are present in the area, or you can even plan a visit to Saratoga Raceway and Casino, Museum of Innovation & Science, and VIA Aquarium.
Schenectady, New York, United States
1.58 km (1.0 mi) from Central ParkAccommodates: 4
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very clean and cheerfulvery clean beautiful and comfortablethe house was clean and tastefully decoratedthe place was super clean definitely would recommend in a heartbeather home is clean simple and relaxingHost:
she was very accommodating and friendlywonderful responsive hostthis was a great place very cute home and very thoughtful hostheather was so thoughtful and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
cute space and great locationthe location in a quiet neighborhood near great restaurants and shops worked great for usthis is a very cute cozy placeit was a great place to stay while in town for a work tripheather’s space was perfectly cozy clean and the location was super convenient
10. Beautiful apartment for a small family
This remodelled house, enough for four guests, is sparkling clean and features one bedroom and one bath. A queen bed is found in the main bedroom, and two additional air mattresses are available in the spacious living area. To ensure a convenient stay, this abode also comes with a laundry area and a fully equipped kitchen. It has a private entrance, so you can go in and out of the house anytime you want. Outside, there’s a patio where you can have some coffee or read a good book. Situated in the peaceful area of Niskayuna, this rental is very close to many shopping malls and restaurants, and only a short drive from Saratoga Springs and Lake George.
Schenectady, New York, United States
1.29 km (0.8 mi) from Central ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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this space is beautifully decorated clean and in a great areabeautiful clean convenient check in and close to everything i neededHost:
very thoughtful and kind hostswe cannot say enough about how amazing the stay was samuel and his wife we so friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to spend the night in an awesome locationsuper clean place located in a quiet neighborhood nearby everythingadorable place great communication and i great location
Have fun in Schenectady
From art galleries to casinos, you will surely have endless fun in this vibrant city of Schenectady. Whether you are here for leisure or business, you are sure to create beautiful memories in one of New York state’s biggest cities. For a place to stay, check out the abovementioned vacation rentals.
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