Utica is a charming city in upstate New York. Built along the Mohawk River, this industrial city and played an important role as a hub for the textile industry. However, the city was deeply affected by the recession in the mid-20th-century and this led to the closure of the textile mills. Thereafter began its downward spiral and political corruption and organized crimes spiked. Unfortunately, Utica has earned the name ‘Sin City’. However, the city still holds on to the charm of its bygone prosperity and is an interesting place to explore. Visit Utica to learn more about its historical relevance. Find where to stay in Utica, New York by going through our carefully curated list of accommodations.
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 08, 2024.
Hotels
1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Utica (from USD 189)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Utica is located 0.5 kilometers (0.3 miles) off Interstate 90. All the rooms in the hotel are neat, brightly decorated and feature flat-screen cable TV, microwave, refrigerator, tea/coffee-maker, and an en suite bathroom. The hotel also offers laundry and dry cleaning services at an additional charge. Free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and business center facilities are available at the hotel. A daily continental breakfast is offered to the guests. It is 8 kilometers (4.9 miles) away from Utica College, 4.8 kilometers (2.9 miles) from Utica Zoo and is a five minutes’ drive from SUNY Institute of Technology.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Utica, an IHG Hotel
Address: 23 Wells Avenue
1.76 km (1.1 mi) from The Stanley Theatre
2. Red Roof Inn Utica (from USD 90)
Red Roof Inn Utica is 1.6 kilometers (0.9 miles) from Adirondack Scenic Railroad and downtown Utica. All rooms are decorated in blue and red accents. They have a workstation, flat-screen cable TVs with pay-per-view movies and also have comfortable beds. Free parking and WiFi are offered at the inn and guests can bring their pets. Welcome drink is served at the lobby on arrival and guests can sit and read daily newspapers at the lobby. Red Roof Inn also has an ATM on site. The inn is a 5 minutes’ drive from Stanley Theatre and about 15 minutes’ away from Utica College and Utica Zoo.
Red Roof Inn Utica
Address: 20 Weaver Street
2.22 km (1.4 mi) from The Stanley Theatre
3. Hampton Inn Utica (from USD 182)
Fair pricing for convenient, updated hotel with great breakfast offerings.
Clean, convenient, and updated with friendly staff and good coffee.
Convenient location within walking distance to city attractions and restaurants.
Delicious and varied breakfast options with good coffee, though some areas for improvement.
With the backdrop of the Adirondack Mountains, Hampton Inn Utica has an enviable location. Guests can also visit the Adirondack Scenic Railroad and Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute from the hotel. Complimentary breakfast is offered to the guests at the hotel. The rooms at Hampton Inn feature microwaves, mini-refrigerators, coffee makers, DVD player, and Cloud Nine beds. The hotel also has an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and a business center. Charles A Gaetano Stadium, Utica Zoo, and Utica College are within 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) from the inn. Please note that pets are not allowed in the hotel.
Hampton Inn Utica
Address: 172 - 180 North Genessee Street
1.89 km (1.2 mi) from The Stanley Theatre
4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica (from USD 179)
Each room at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica is air-conditioned and is furnished with a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Guests are served American breakfast. Free parking is available and the hotel is wheel-chair accessible. Guests can access the paid WiFi and use the business center, fitness center, bar and restaurant at the hotel. DoubleTree by Hilton Utica is 90 kilometers (55.9 miles) from Syracuse Hancock International Airport, 1.1 kilometers (0.6 miles) from Munson Williams Proctor Arts Institute, 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) from Utica Zoo and Charles A Gaetano Stadium.
DoubleTree by Hilton Utica
Address: 102 Lafayette Street
502 meters (0.4 ft) from The Stanley Theatre
5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Utica (from USD 179)
Reasonable pricing for the area, good value for money.
Clean and well-maintained facilities, comfortable beds, and a small but nice pool.
Convenient location off the thruway, close to restaurants, and right at the trailhead for the Erie Canal.
Good breakfast with a nice selection, though some guests mentioned minor issues with the breakfast options.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Utica is a three-star property and promises a comfortable stay to its guests. The rooms are spacious and one can choose between king-sized beds or queen-sized beds. They have an indoor as well as an outdoor swimming pool. Guests are also welcome to use the fitness facilities or their business center. The property is 1.9 kilometers (1.1 miles) from Williams Proctor Arts Institute. Utica Zoo and Charles A Gaetano Stadium are about 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) from here.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Utica
Address: 71 North Genesee Street
1.43 km (0.9 mi) from The Stanley Theatre
Apartments
6. Private suite in a historic building
This suite is located in the heart of downtown Utica in a historic building. It has a private bathroom and features cable TV, WiFi, a mini-fridge, a microwave, a Keurig coffee maker, an iron, and a hairdryer. Bathroom essentials and bed linens are also provided. There is a restaurant in the same building. Parking is provided on the premises. Buses, taxis, roadways, and the train station are easily accessible from here. The rental is within walking distance from Stanley Theater, the Utica Auditorium, Saranac Brewery, Varick Street. Restaurants and bars are also in the vicinity.
305 meters (0.2 ft) from The Stanley TheatreAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very easy access and all bathroom amenities includedwish the room had a window and a bath fan but overall a good valuethe bed was extremely comfortable we loved the coffee station in the common area tooplenty of space with a very nice bathroomour stay was amazing and the room was exactly as describedCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableeasy process and clean spaceit was very cleansafe clean and very peaceful stayclean room with great rooftop restaurantHost:
host was very responsiveour host erika was very welcoming and responsivehost was nice and it was easy to check in and outerika is an awesome host always stays in touch with you if you need any helpon top of that she was incredible quick and helpful with her responsesRead more reviewsLocation:
the location of the building was ideal for megreat locationgreat location and reasonably pricedand the proximity to ocean blue is very convenient for a nice dining experience close bywith a wonderful location and host
7. Spacious and cozy flat (from USD 113)
If you are a large group, come over to this three-bedroom apartment that can accommodate eight people. It is on the first floor and is spacious. The rooms are air-conditioned, there is a workspace if you need and free parking is provided on the premise. Washer and dryer facilities are available in the basement. Free WiFi, TV, bed linens and kitchen essentials are also provided.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great wifi and ac window unitssomewhat sparce of furniture and accessories but has beautiful wood floors in all rooms except kitchen and bathroomwe had 7 adults in the space and we were comfortable and not crampedhad air conditioning in the rooms and clean throughout the homebeds are comfortable with enough blankets to keep us warm on a very cold winter's nightCleanliness:
clean and with basic necessitieschris”s place is clean and spaciousnice clean fridge stove sink dishes and potsclean and functional as advertisedclean and accurate as wellHost:
host was very responsivethis host has been our host before and always does a great jobchris was an amazing hostour hosts were flexible with our arrival time and very welcomingchris is a gracious hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for our needsnice home close to many thingsit is in a quiet little neighborhood easy locationnice place at a good price in a good locationdope airbnb can’t wait to come back again and it’s in a good location
8. Flat in Utica's oldest neighborhood (from USD 106)
This unit is located above an old tavern in Utica’s oldest neighborhood, Baggs Square. It has two bedrooms, features hardwood floors, and provides WiFi connectivity and an iron. The kitchen has modern appliances and cooking essentials. Parking is provided on the premises. It is three blocks away from the Utica Memorial Auditorium.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
amenities such as iron/board toilet tissue and hygiene supplies were organized and easy to findfull-sized kitchen (with coffee machine and grounds) was a nice perka very spacious and comfortable 2 bedroom apartment with all the amenities you could wantthe place is large has good tv + wifiwould definitely stay again as apt is very clean with modern furnishings and decorCleanliness:
extremely clean placeclean simple and quietthe space is clean and very comfortablecomfortable clean and super affordablethe place is modern and sparkly cleanHost:
the host is so welcomingfriendly host beautiful old buildingmark is a great hostgreat spot and top notch hostmark was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthere are many great restaurants and shops within walking distancegreat location for a visit to utica located in an older section of towna charming amazing and wonderful place located in the heart of uticait’s in a great location with so many restaurants and fun things to do in the city
Superhost
9. Stay in the historic Doyle Hardware building (from USD 106)
This apartment is located in the historic Doyle Hardware building, which was once a warehouse. It still carries an old-world charm with its over-sized fire doors, exposed brick walls, and large floor-to-ceiling windows. Expect to find a full-sized bed, a TV, free WiFi, and a kitchen equipped with a fridge and an oven in the apartment.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the air conditioning worked very wellperfect little apartment in a stylish space in uticaCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablethe unit was clean and exceptionalquit clean and stylish as listedthis studio apartment was clean and quaint with nice touches throughoutthis was a great spot very clean well designed and comfyHost:
the host megan was responsive and great to deal withthe hosts were terrific responsive and communicated wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and safe parkingsome great local stores and food close bylocation is great with a lot of awesome food nearbyvery adorable and cozy right in the heart of the city so perfect location as wellthis is a great apartment in a fun part of central utica
10. Elegant and private room
This private unit is located on the third floor of a historic building. It has a private bathroom, the rooms are air-conditioned, and a heating facility is available too. The suite has cable TV, WiFi, a mini-fridge, a king-sized bed with fresh and clean bed linen. There is a restaurant on the fourth floor of the same building. Parking and elevator facilities can be found at the premise. Restaurants and bars are at a walking distance.
407 meters (0.3 ft) from The Stanley TheatreAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed was so comfortable and she left us some bottled water and kerig coffee which was appreciatedthe room was quite spacious and comfortable with great linens and a wonderful mattressdefinitely would not have thought there would be rooms/apartments there as it looks more like a commercial buildinga personal note welcome sign and snacks/water awaited us in the roomgreat room easy check inCleanliness:
clean and well maintainedclean and friendlyclean convenient and comfortablevery clean and spaciousroom is clean and quietHost:
the host is very helpful and there for any questionssuper comfy bed would highly recommend if traveling solo great bar and staff up top toomaria is a great host and always very responsivevanessa is responsive to special requests but this is rarely neededi definitely recommend her as a host five starsRead more reviewsLocation:
location is greatgreat location for enjoying downtown uticaclose to several nice restaurantsgreat location for a visit to uticaquiet close to local restaurants and good for a walk downtown
Explore historic Utica
Utica is a melting pot of diverse populations and offers a lot of attractions to visitors who want to explore the city. Walk through the historic neighborhoods where you will still find old warehouses, yesteryear taverns. A visit to Adirondack Scenic Railroad and Utica Zoo should give you ample moments to cherish. Have a great time while you are in Utica.
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