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Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG

3.5 star property

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Enjoy dining under a pergola surrounded by lush gardens and brick walls.
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Relax in this stylish living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a coffee table.
Enjoy dining al fresco under a shaded pergola with tables set for a comfortable meal.
Experience the tranquil atmosphere of our indoor courtyard, featuring a central water feature and dining tables perfect for events.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY, 12211
  • Colonie Center Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Crossgates Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University at Albany
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable workspace.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two large beds with white linens and a blue armchair offer a comfortable retreat.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Enjoy a refreshing shower in this bathroom with a walk-in shower, handheld showerhead, and towel rack.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-in Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, a convenient nightstand, and a flat-screen TV.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating area.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Two single beds with white linens and bedside tables, set against a neutral headboard and blue patterned carpet.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a flat-screen TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a serene space with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a stylish headboard.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax on the balcony with a view of the city's historic architecture and green surroundings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Top Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a flat-screen TV.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and balcony.

Duplex, 1 King Bed (Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Classic hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG

Hotel with free parking, near Colonie Center Mall
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business center, and a conference center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG offers 322 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle are available.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Mr. D's
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Extended parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a porter, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Colonie Center Mall and 6 minutes from Siena College
  • Free airport and local-area shuttle service
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 14 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 23433 square feet (2177 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG also features a vending machine, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. An area shuttle within 3 miles and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are free. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG was completed in January 2021.

This Albany hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon.
Mr. D's - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 3 miles
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 8 to 13 for adults and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Mr. D's

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 14 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (23,433 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (81 centimetre high)
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 95 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 13 for adults, and USD 5 to 12 for children
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation on arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Desmond
Desmond Albany
Desmond Hotel
Desmond Hotel Albany
Hotel Desmond
The Desmond Hotel Conference Center
The Desmond Hotel Albany
Crowne Plaza Albany The Desmond Hotel
Crowne Plaza Albany The Desmond Hotel an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG Hotel
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Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 709 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nona, Tupelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Desmond is my “go to” stay when in the Albany area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bei

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel with comfortable bed and pillows

The onsite restaruant service is too slow. We planned to have brunch on Sunday (4/27/2025), however we were told to wait for more than 1 hour to be seated. So we had to leave and go to other place for a meal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl, Marcellus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesomeness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Auke

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeshennia

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was honestly what I expected for my one night stay. Very nice staff and just people overall, very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family trip

Beautiful hotel- good restaurant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I have stayed at The Desmond several times. It is always clean, the staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was superb. The facility was well taken care of. The restaurant located in the hotel was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would be wonderful for a family event, but we needed a one night stay for my son’s college activities. Spacious and clean, up to date, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect for our night before a trip
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cool hotel design, well kept & friendly

I love the design of this hotel. There were events going on so didn’t want to intrude much walking through the courtyard but it was different and very cool. We like to enjoy a pool when we stay places, which this pool is very small but there are not many pool options in the area so it was ok. Overall the hotel seemed well kept and the staff was very friendly. Location was only 15 mins from downtown as well. There are also food options on site as well, but we did not need them for this stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sysay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is conveniently close by and the hotel has a restaurant. The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. I will make this the choice of my future hotel stays since my daughter accepted to attend UAlbany
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg, Pottersville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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