8/10 Very good
Nadine
Jul 9, 2026Lovely staff, unique place, good location.
Albany Merchants Hotel
Albany hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
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Adjacent to a golf course, Albany Merchants Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Albany. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
9.4
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Bar
CA $97
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Room options
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Showing 6 of 6 rooms
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
Classic Single Room, Non Smoking, No Pets
9.6Exceptional
10 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Suite, Non Smoking, Courtyard View, No Pets
10.0Exceptional
2 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
Classic Suite, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Pets Not Allowed
10.0Exceptional
2 reviews
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
Family Room, ADA compliance for Service dogs, non smoking, main level
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 5
- 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
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About the area
441 Railroad Ave, Albany, MN, 56307
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
- Adjacent to a golf course, Albany Merchants Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Albany. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.
At a glance
CHECK-IN
3:00 p.m.
CHECK-OUT
11:00 a.m.
Hotel size
- 7 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability
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
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Albany Merchants Hotel Reviews
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- The restaurant downstairs offers great food and drinks, with many reviewers praising its excellent choices and convenient location. (14 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
10/10 Exceptional
Oran
Oct 11, 2026My wife and I were on the last leg of our cross-country road trip. We love some of the retro places where we stayed. While this room itself was definitely retro and nice, the bathroom was modern, which we appreciated. The room itself was small but nice. The bed was very comfortable. The downstairs restaurant was very convenient and good.
10/10 Exceptional
Carolyn
Apr 3, 2026We really loved staying here, the friendly staff and the awesome restaurant!!
10/10 Exceptional
Kyle
Jun 4, 2026A 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!
10/10 Exceptional
Sue
May 19, 2026This 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Terry
Jun 7, 2026Our 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Shelley Marie
Nov 1, 2025The staff were great, the Pullman room was spacious, and the food at Barbacoa was excellent!
10/10 Exceptional
Mary
Jul 11, 2025Great little hotel, very clean. The room was small but perfect for us.
10/10 Exceptional
Karl
Nov 27, 2025The room was immaculate and the staff more than goes out of their way to insure you have a pleasant experience.
10/10 Exceptional
Clay
Jun 18, 2026Real nice historical Blding, bathroom was nice clean bright. Bed was good ac worked good smaller room but I want a bed and a bathroom at a reasonable price
That’s what I got
Texted for info, quick answer
We left a pillow of ours in the room I came back 6 days later, they had at the deli downstairs me !!
Thanks again will stop again
10/10 Exceptional
scott
Jun 28, 2025Nice rooms, clean.
Very..nice people.10÷
Food downstairs is amazing.
10/10 Exceptional
audra
Sep 2, 2025We 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!
10/10 Exceptional
Gustav
Feb 12, 2026The 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.
8/10 Very good
Dorothy
Jul 31, 2026My friend and I spent 6 nights in Room 201, which is the two room suite at the front of the building. They were comfortable rooms with an equipped kitchenette and double sinks in the bathroom. Both in our 70’s, we managed the steep old fashioned stairs slowly and carefully. It was quiet except for our last night. Being on the street across from Albany Legion Memorial Park there was an hour of excitement from teenage girls on the sidewalk below our windows with big truck horns honking but it peacefully ended by 9:00. Housekeeping could have been better—dusting, floors, mirrors, refrigerator, coffee maker. Overall, it was good stay and we recommend it.
10/10 Exceptional
scott
Jun 9, 2025Nice 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Theodore
Oct 10, 2025Close to bike trails
10/10 Exceptional
corey
Jun 17, 2025Really 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Bernard
Jul 13, 2025I 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.
8/10 Very good
ANN
Jun 3, 2026This 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Amy Kay
Jun 24, 2025This is a very unique place to stay. They really need to get the sign up out front so it's easier for people to find their destination. However, the room was very comfortable. The bed was awesome. Very clean and updated.
10/10 Exceptional
Andrew
Jun 18, 2025Stayed here for an overnight work trip and 10/10 would stay again. Amazing faculty and the whole experience was just incredible. Very nice rooms, like a home away from home. Nice quiet town not far from St. Joseph. Overall one of the best hotels I’ve been to in awhile! They also have a restaurant below with great food and smells. All of this without spending an overpriced amount. :)
10/10 Exceptional
TERRI
Oct 26, 2025What 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.
10/10 Exceptional
Sharon
Jun 1, 2025We live the age of the building have been built in 1874!
The rooms are SUITES and stocked complete with dishes, silverware, cups and glasses… NO PLASTIC!
Mini refrigerator, microwave/airfryer, coffee maker, stovetop, beautiful cabinets with soft close.
The color decor is gorgeous with dark wood and original doors, there are 7 suites upstairs and think back 100 years ago, this hotel housed 18 rooms!
We had room 201 with footed bathtub and the bed was very comfortable!
Great stay!
Restaurant offers breakfast, not to be missed!!
Thanks Dave!!
6/10 Good
Roberta
Oct 27, 2025This was the loudest hotel I have ever stayed in. The room was heated by a window unit that cycled on every 9 minutes all night long. I timed it. In the background was a loud motor running somewhere below the room. It never shut off. I had ear plugs in and a pillow over my head and did not sleep at all. The room was attractive, clean and the bed was good. The bathroom was clean and well appointed. There were no cups for the coffee, but that was minor compared to the noise. Nice coffee shop nearby and I really needed it before I had to drive.
10/10 Exceptional
Kevin
Sep 27, 2026Perfect place to stay for our weekend in Albany. Convenient location and clean, well kept amenities.
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