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Crowne Plaza® Albany - The Desmond Hotel is the perfect place to relax and recharge with a 24-hour fitness center, convenient bike rental program, indoor pool and Mr. D’s Restaurant &Lounge, a local favorite known for its famous Desmond Bread Pudding. Planning a meeting or wedding in Albany?
Our hotel is designed to host events of any size, with 24, 000 square feet of flexible space including 11 meeting rooms, three ballrooms, and unique courtyards with soaring ceilings and atrium skylights.
Whether you’re in town visiting the University of Albany or looking for your home-away-from-home near the Wolf Road Business District, our upscale hotel is a quick drive from major attractions including Crossgates Mall, The Crossings Park of Colonie, the MVP Arena, and downtown Albany.
Guests will also appreciate our complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to the Albany Airport and within a 3 mile radius of the hotel. Our family looks forward to welcoming you to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel.
Located in Albany, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG is in the business district, a 4-minute drive from Colonie Center Mall and 6 minutes from Siena College. This hotel is 4.3 mi (7 km) from Crossgates Mall and 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from University at Albany.
Stay in one of 322 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Albany? This hotel has 23433 square feet (2177 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 14 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
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