St. Peter's Hospital in Albany has been named the best regional hospital, according to the U.S. News and World Report list. ALBANY, N.Y. (WNYT)- Saint Peter’s Hospital was ranked No. 1 in Albany in the latest U.S. News & World Report hospital ratings. According to the hospital, it is the 13th straight year Saint Peter’s has been named best regional hospital. It said that is the highest distinction a hospital can earn as part of the U.S. News Best Hospital ratings.