The 10 best hotels in Saratoga Springs, NY

Hotels in Saratoga Springs range from an 1877 Broadway landmark with heated bathroom floors to a state-park hotel where the mineral baths are a short walk away, plus a handful of chains whose free parking lots matter more than they sound in August. Rates swing with the calendar. During the Saratoga Race Course meet, most inns set two- and three-night minimums and downtown rooms that cost $150 in March go for three or four times that.

This list is for anyone booking a stay in the city, whether for the track, a SPAC concert, a City Center conference or a quiet fall weekend. Every hotel here is inside the city limits, and each entry notes parking, pets and the check-in time when the hotel posts it.

How we chose

We chose hotels and inns inside the city with a consistent reputation across independent sources, local press coverage and longevity, then confirmed each is operating in 2026 from its own booking site. We mixed luxury, boutique, bed-and-breakfast and mid-price chains so the list covers most budgets, and we left off any property we could not verify, including the Pavilion Grand, which has been converted to apartments. Rates change daily, so none are quoted.

Hours, prices and dates below come from each business or official source and change without notice. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

The Adelphi Hotel

The Adelphi Hotel opened on Broadway in 1877, and the current rooms pair that Victorian shell with Toto Washlets, heated bathroom floors and a free in-room minibar. Couples and anyone traveling with a dog get the most out of a stay; cats and dogs pay a one-time $100 fee. Ask about the Owner’s Box suite for a group; the booking includes the 500-square-foot terrace over Broadway.

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Address: 365 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• John Morrissey, founder of the Saratoga racecourse, was an early guest and died at the Adelphi in 1878.
• Rooms come with a complimentary, locally stocked minibar and an in-room coffee maker with a house Adelphi blend.
• Guests can use a second-floor fitness center with an infrared sauna, a game room with billiards, and the on-site Luxe Salon & Med Spa.
• The hotel runs Salt & Char steakhouse and Morrissey’s Lounge, and pets are allowed on the seasonal Broadway patios.

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Saratoga Arms

Loren Putnam, a grandson of Gideon Putnam, built this Second Empire brick hotel on upper Broadway in 1870, and the Smith family has run Saratoga Arms since reopening the place in 1999. Thirty-one rooms, a farm-to-table breakfast and a wicker-filled wraparound porch make the pace slow and adult. Children under 12 and pets are not allowed, and racing-season stays usually carry a three-night minimum.

Check-in: Check-in 3 p.m.; check-out 11 a.m.

Address: 497 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• The Smiths bought the former Alice Bode rooming house in 1997 and reopened the building as a 16-room inn in February 1999.
• A 2005 addition behind the hotel raised the count from 16 to 31 rooms and added a fitness room and a conference room.
• Eleven of the 14 original fireplaces have been restored to working order, and shower tiles in the original building carry Saratoga facts.
• Weekends generally require two nights, and special events and the racing season (mid-July to Labor Day) require three.

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The Gideon Putnam

Walking trails, mineral springs and the Roosevelt Baths & Spa sit right outside the door at The Gideon Putnam, a 1935 hotel inside the 2,200-acre Saratoga Spa State Park. Families and SPAC concertgoers like the quiet setting, with SPAC minutes away on foot. From the Friday before Memorial Day through Oct. 31, a $30 nightly amenity fee covers Victoria Pool admission and the shuttle downtown and to the track.

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Address: 24 Gideon Putnam Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• The hotel opened in 1935 with 87 rooms and now has 123, according to the hotel’s own history page.
• The Gideon Putnam is listed in the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Historic Hotels of America.
• Roosevelt Baths & Spa, a short walk away, offers mineral baths and massages all year.
• Putnam’s Restaurant & Bar serves meals on site, and the hotel has pet-friendly rooms.

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Union Gables Inn

George Crippen built this Queen Anne mansion on Union Avenue in 1901, and the bed and breakfast now sits a block and a half from Saratoga Race Course. Racing fans and couples fill the rooms, many with gas fireplaces, and an acre of perennial gardens surrounds a seasonal Romanesque pool open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dog owners should ask for one of the six pet rooms ($100 per pet). The Union Gables Inn listing has the address and website.

Check-in: Check-in 4–7 p.m. (contactless late arrival available); check-out 11 a.m.

Address: 55 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• The house was designed by architect R. Newton Bresee and was nicknamed the Sunnyside House.
• Breakfast is a fresh a la carte menu served each morning.
• Children 12 and older are welcome, and pets stay in six designated rooms for a one-time $100 fee per pet.
• For the 2026 racing season (July 3 to Sept. 1), the inn required full payment by Jan. 1, 2026.

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Saratoga Casino Hotel

Harness racing, slots and a Morton’s The Steakhouse share the Jefferson Street property with Saratoga Casino Hotel, about a mile from SPAC and Saratoga Spa State Park. Groups and anyone who wants an indoor pool with a skylight and a whirlpool will be comfortable here. Suites run up to 900 square feet. Ask the front desk for the courtesy shuttle schedule to skip downtown parking.

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Address: 342 Jefferson Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• The hotel has an indoor pool with spa whirlpool, a seasonal outdoor patio with a fire pit, and a 24-hour fitness center.
• Perks Marketplace is open 24 hours with grab-and-go food, snacks and sundries.
• Morton’s The Steakhouse and a lobby bar are on site, and live harness racing runs on the same property.
• The hotel offers more than 3,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

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The Saratoga Hilton

Conference-goers at Saratoga Springs City Center book The Saratoga Hilton because the two buildings connect, and the Broadway address puts dinner and bars a short walk away. The 534 Bistro cooks American food with regional ingredients, and there is an indoor pool and a fitness room. Self-parking costs $12 a day through the Maple Avenue entrance. Leave the dog home; pets are not allowed.

Check-in: Check-in 3 p.m.; check-out 11 a.m.

Address: 534 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• The Broadway location is within walking distance of downtown dining, nightlife and shops.
• Discover Saratoga lists the hotel as attached to Saratoga Springs City Center, with 58,000 square feet of combined event space.
• On-site self-parking is $12 per day, and valet is not offered.
• Wi-Fi is free in rooms and the lobby.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Saratoga Springs

Families on a budget do well at Embassy Suites by Hilton Saratoga Springs, where every stay includes a made-to-order breakfast and a complimentary evening reception. The Congress Street hotel has free self-parking and an indoor pool, which helps on a rainy August day. Diamond Club Restaurant adds seasonal outdoor seating. Checkout runs to noon, an hour later than most downtown hotels.

Check-in: Check-in 4 p.m.; check-out noon.

Address: 86 Congress St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• Breakfast is cooked to order and included in the rate.
• Self-parking is free, and four EV charging stations are available for a fee.
• Dogs and cats are allowed, two per room, for a $75 fee on stays of one to four nights.
• Diamond Club Restaurant has indoor and seasonal outdoor seating.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Saratoga Springs Downtown

A free hot breakfast and a Lake Avenue address just off Broadway make Hampton Inn & Suites Saratoga Springs Downtown a steady mid-price pick, with Saratoga Race Course about a mile away. Road-trippers and families use the indoor pool after a day out. Garage parking runs $25 a night with a 6-foot-10 clearance, so leave roof boxes and tall vans elsewhere.

Check-in: Check-in 4 p.m.; check-out 11 a.m.

Address: 25 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• Hot breakfast is included for every guest.
• The hotel has an indoor pool.
• The on-site garage costs $25 per day, allows one space per room and has a 6-foot-10 height limit.
• Up to two dogs or cats, each up to 75 pounds, are allowed for a $75 fee on stays of up to four nights.

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Hilton Garden Inn Saratoga Springs

South Broadway puts Hilton Garden Inn Saratoga Springs about half a mile from Saratoga Spa State Park and a mile from SPAC, handy for summer concerts. Parking in the lot is free, which saves money over the downtown garages. Business travelers and SPAC ticket holders make up much of the crowd. Downtown shops are about a mile north, so plan on a short drive or a longer walk.

Check-in: Check-in 3 p.m.; check-out 11 a.m.

Address: 125 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• Self-parking is free in the on-site lot.
• The hotel lists Saratoga Spa State Park at 0.5 mile and the National Museum of Dance at 0.3 mile.
• There is an on-site restaurant and a bar with TVs.
• Up to two dogs or cats are allowed for a $50 fee on stays of one to four nights.

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Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs

Two heated pools, one indoors and one seasonal outdoor pool open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., give Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs an edge with kids in summer. The hotel sits on lower Broadway within walking distance of downtown, and parking is free, with room for buses and RVs. Bookmakers Restaurant & Lounge serves breakfast and dinner. Guests must be 21 to check in.

Check-in: Check-in 3 p.m.; check-out 11 a.m. (minimum check-in age 21).

Address: 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Why they made the list

• Guests get free on-site parking that fits buses, trucks, trailers and RVs.
• A complimentary shuttle covers destinations within five miles of the hotel.
• The hotel has more than 8,000 square feet of meeting space.
• Dogs and cats up to 70 pounds are allowed for $35 per night, two per room.

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Also worth knowing

Residence Inn by Marriott Saratoga Springs at 295 Excelsior Ave. has full kitchens in its suites, an indoor pool, free parking and free hot breakfast. See the listing.

Frequently asked questions

Which Saratoga Springs hotels allow dogs?

The Adelphi Hotel charges a one-time $100 pet fee, Union Gables Inn has six pet rooms at $100 per pet, and Embassy Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown, Hilton Garden Inn and Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs also take dogs and cats for a fee. Saratoga Arms and The Saratoga Hilton do not allow pets.

Which Saratoga Springs hotels have free parking?

Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn and Holiday Inn Saratoga Springs list free on-site self-parking. Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown charges $25 a day for its garage and The Saratoga Hilton charges $12 a day.

When is it hardest to book a hotel in Saratoga Springs?

The racing season at Saratoga Race Course, which ran July 3 to Sept. 1 in 2026, is the busiest stretch. Inns often require multi-night minimums then; Saratoga Arms generally requires three nights during the meet.

Last checked September 25, 2026. See a place we missed or a detail that has changed? Send us a correction.