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About Schenectady, NY
Known as “The City that Lights and Hauls the World,” Schenectady, NY is the beautiful county seat of Schenectady County. Edison Electric Company (now known as General Electric) and the American Locomotive Company were the two prominent businesses that gave the city this name. From the late 1800s to today, Schenectady has been a booming transportation and manufacturing center. The area is also booming in terms of entertainment, with the addition of radio and television stations, theatres, and casinos.
Located just about 15 miles from Albany, NY and roughly 29 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY, Schenectady offers residents and visitors alike the opportunity to easily experience some of the most impressive areas of New York State.
Make the Short Trip to Saratoga Springs
If you live in or near Schenectady, NY, treat yourself to a day or night of fun at Saratoga Casino Hotel. With 1,700 slot machines (more than any other casino in the area!), electronic table games, live horse racing, and much more to offer, our luxury hotel casino has everything for a fantastic experience all in one place. We invite you to stay in any of our 117 rooms for the ultimate getaway. Book your stay or simply take the drive to Saratoga Casino Hotel today.
Directions From I-87 North (Map)
Take I-87 N and U.S. 9 N to Jefferson St in Saratoga Springs
1. Take I-87 N to exit 13 N and merge onto U.S. 9 N toward Ballston Spa.
2. Turn Right on Crescent Ave.
3. Turn Left onto Jefferson St.
4. The entrance to Saratoga Casino Hotel is located on the right.
Saratoga Casino Hotel | Saratoga Springs, New York
