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Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel
3 stars

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211, United States
Albany, NY
See location+1 518 869 8100
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AED 373
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rate per night

8.7
Very good
based on 728 reviews
728 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
AED 373
Queen room
AED 561
King room
AED 599
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Located in Albany, The Desmond Hotel Albany is a short drive from Albany Pine Bush Preserve and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway. It provides a fitness centre, as well as free Wi-Fi, a free shuttle service and an indoor pool.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of the hotel, including a 24-hour reception, an express check-in and check-out feature and meeting facilities. Honeymoon suites are available for those seeking some extra luxury.

All the rooms at The Desmond Hotel Albany provide a refrigerator, plus all the essentials for a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a hair dryer and a microwave.

Those staying at the hotel can sit down to a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay close by when looking for a bite to eat. A choice of dining options are also found in close proximity to the property.

The Desmond Hotel Albany is an ideal base to explore nearby Empire State Plaza and University at Albany State University of New York. Guests can also discover Times Union Center.

Rating
8.7
Very good
Based on 728 verified guest reviews

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Queen room
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AED 561
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AED 565
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AED 599
King room
bed type unknown
AED 599
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AED 812
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AED 917
Double room
2 queen beds
AED 605
2 queen beds
AED 670
Standard Room
1 queen bed
AED 373
2 queen beds
AED 444
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AED 455
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Amenities at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Free airport shuttle

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Additional bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Window
  • Seating area
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Balcony

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Pool

  • Indoor pool

Reviews of Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

8.7
Very good
728 verified ratings
Wonderful
412
Very good
116
Good
68
Okay
35
Fair
36
Mediocre
22
Poor
39

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's location and cleanliness, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service, outdated amenities, and bed comfort. The atmosphere was also criticized, with some describing it as unwelcoming due to noise and poor maintenance.
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Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort2.5 out of 10
Atmosphere2 out of 10
Amenities2 out of 10
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8.0
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Anonymous, Oct 2022
This is a very nice hotel. I stayed in it years ago and I thought it was a bit shabby then, but it has been updated and the room and facilities were really very nice. I just had a couple of somewhat minor complaints. My room was fairly clean, but not completely clean. There was some dirt on the carpet. One of the sliding closet doors was off its track. But the bed was clean and comfortable. The ho...
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Cons (-) Nothing!

Location

660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211

What's nearby

  • Albany Pine Bush Preserve5.6 km
  • Emmaus United Methodist Church6.9 km
  • Washington Park8.3 km
  • Stephen and Harriet Myers House8.3 km
  • Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena8.5 km
  • Lark Street8.5 km
  • University Club of Albany8.6 km
  • Albany Institute of History and Art8.7 km
  • Cathedral of All Saints8.8 km
  • New York State Capitol9 km
  • Palace Theatre9.1 km
  • Albany City Hall9.3 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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  • How long should you stay at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

  • Where is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel located?

    Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is located at 660 Albany Shaker Road, 9.6 km from the centre of Albany. Albany Pine Bush Preserve is the closest landmark to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel.

  • Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers free parking.

  • Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel from the airport?

    Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is 2.3 km from Albany Intl. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is 112.4 km from Rutland.

  • Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city centre

9.6 km

Nearest airport

Albany Intl

Distance to airport

2.3 km

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