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Albany Merchants Hotel

Property class: 2
Golf Albany hotel next to a golf course

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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and brick walls.
A hotel room with a large window, a desk, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a bed.
A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves stocked with bottles, glasses, and a refrigerator.
A storefront with large glass doors, a wooden ceiling, and a brick wall.
A restaurant with wooden floors, red curtains, and a chandelier. There are tables and chairs, and a bar area with cushioned seating.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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441 Railroad Ave, Albany, MN, 56307
  • Place, Albany Golf Club
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Cloud State University
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View, No Pets

A neatly made bed with white linens, a striped chair, and a small table.

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, City View, No Pets

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Single Room, Non Smoking, No Pets

A neatly made bed in a room with a green wall, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture above the bed.

Classic Single Room, Non Smoking, No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Courtyard View, No Pets

A living room with a wooden floor, a television mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, a striped armchair, and a sofa.

Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Courtyard View, No Pets

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed

A living room with a green wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a lamp.

Classic Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, a dresser, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, ADA compliance for Service dogs, non smoking, main level

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Family Room, ADA compliance for Service dogs, non smoking, main level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Albany

In Albany .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Albany Golf Club and 9 miles (15 km) of Freeport City Hall. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Freeport Lions Community Park and Avon Beach.

What's nearby

  • Albany Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint John's University - 10 min drive - 19.7 km
  • The Ledge Amphitheater - 20 min drive - 42.5 km
  • St. Cloud State University - 28 min drive - 56.1 km
  • St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center - 29 min drive - 53.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shady's Hometown Tavern and Event Center - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fisher's Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Landing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Schiffler's Liquors - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Albany Merchants Hotel

Golf Albany hotel next to a golf course
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A complete renovation of Albany Merchants Hotel was completed in May 2025.
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1890
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Albany Merchants Hotel offers 7 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. This Albany hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 100; reservation required

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Pro golf shop

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (11:00 AM - 8:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (11:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 15 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 100

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

Property is also known as

Albany Merchants Hotel Hotel
Albany Merchants Hotel Albany
Albany Merchants Hotel Hotel Albany

Frequently asked questions

How close is Albany Merchants Hotel to the airport?

Albany Merchants Hotel is 27.6 mi (40-min drive) away from the St. Cloud, MN (STC-St. Cloud Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Albany Merchants Hotel?

As of Sept 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albany Merchants Hotel on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $104, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Albany Merchants Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Albany Merchants Hotel.

How close is Albany Merchants Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.7 mi (10-min drive) from Avon Beach and 11.7 mi (14-min drive) from Saint John's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Albany Merchants Hotel offer free breakfast?

Albany Merchants Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Albany Merchants Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Albany Merchants Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Early check-in costs USD 15.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Albany Merchants Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Albany Merchants Hotel have a pool?

Albany Merchants Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Albany Merchants Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Albany Merchants Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Albany Merchants Hotel to downtown Albany?

Albany Merchants Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Albany.

Albany Merchants Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really loved staying here, the friendly staff and the awesome restaurant!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful quaint hotel. The owners did an amazing job of refurbishing this historic hotel into a relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant downstairs also serves great food and drinks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place to stay. I loved the atmosphere and the history of the building, and my room was more than comfortable and accommodating. I’d go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was remodeled but still maintained all the character from an 1800’s building and when you crawled in to bed, the sheets smelled so fresh 😃. Great small town feel with a couple of bar & grilles and a bakery shop right down the street. My wife fell in love with the bakery and was so impressed with the staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. The restaurant downstairs is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, the Pullman room was spacious, and the food at Barbacoa was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was immaculate and the staff more than goes out of their way to insure you have a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel, very clean. The room was small but perfect for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed here twice. Both times were excellent!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy boutique hotel on top of a great restaurant (get Dave’s Smoked Chicken!)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gustav

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant below the hotel is delicious. The basic rooms are just a simple small room with a bed and bathroom, the suite was worth the extra money. Stairs are a little steep to get up carrying your luggage, Parking was across the street but not a terrible walk, Overall I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, clean. Very..nice people.10÷ Food downstairs is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was looking for an independently owned, affordable place to stay and this was great! Easy check in & out. Free street parking and the restaurant downstairs was great for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

audra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Our suite was huge and had everything we needed. The staff were friendly and food and drinks downstairs were great. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to bike trails
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute property. The room was clean and located directly off the patio. It has a quaint B&B vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room wiith a comfy bed. Large bathroom with a nice walk in shower. Staff was very kind and welcoming. Good location, very reasonbable rate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a very convenient place to stay for a weekend while visiting family. The room was spacious (we rented the suite) with ample room to relax. The kitchenette was very handy for making coffee/tea, etc. There are places to walk to for lunch/dinner and the restaurant downstairs (Barbacoa), however we didn't partake of onsite dining. For the price it's a great deal. I would only say the circulation in the bathroom is lacking after a shower and it got a little warm despite the AC's. There were two of them in our unit. I would recommend changing out the light bulbs in the bathroom to a cooler white and lower wattage to mitigate the temps. Other than that, we would certainly stay there again. It beats the other options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Peter J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Booked 2 nights but the key card was not updated for the second night. Nobody answered repeated calls to the after-hours number. I could not get into my room until the next day and had to find an alternative place to stay. They said a refund would be coming but I have not seen any credit yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really easy check in and the hotel was quiet enough for a really great afternoon nap and then a good nights sleep after visiting with our friends in the area! Comfy bed for sure! Single room is small but it really has all you need! 😎 We will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like everything about the hotel on the second floor and Barbacoa restaurant below on the first floor. The owners were easy to talk with and if I were in the area I would definitely stay here again. Note: No elevator but my wife are used to stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TERRI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cute little town! We were here for my husband's 65th birthday...just a one-night getaway. This hotel is awesome! Our room was very large and clean, and the bed was comfy. We liked how each room had individual and adjustable (bathroom, bedroom, and dining area) heating units. It's old, but that's part of its charm. The amenities are updated, and the refrigerator is larger than most tiny hotel fridges. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025