Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel
3-star Hotel with Indoor pool
660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211
+1 518 869 8100based on 737 reviews
per night
About Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, Albany
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel photos
Property safety measures
Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.
Lobbies with safe social distancing.
Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.
Rooms
Hotel Amenities & Facilities
- 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
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Accessibility and suitability
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled Access
- Roll-in shower
- Elevator
- Shower chair
- Accessible by elevator
- 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
- 24hr 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 rental
- Golf
Family friendly
- Cribs available
- Kids meals
Outdoor
- Balcony
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Pool
- Indoor pool
Reviews
Pros +
- Loved the indoor courtyard as well as the exercise equipment and pool (in 1 review)
- "Clean, neat, friendly staff." (in 57 reviews)
- The room was very comfortable. (in 37 reviews)
Cons -
- The hotel was how we remembered thirty years ago. (in 3 reviews)
- The place has been completely renovated. (in 3 reviews)
- No refrigerator in the room. (in 26 reviews)
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel room booking info
Check in/Check out
Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
Frequently asked questions
How does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel compare to other 3-star hotels in Albany?
In Albany, 3-star hotels have average nightly rates of C$ 259. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is C$ 44 cheaper than the city average at just C$ 215/night.
How far is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel from Albany Intl?
Driving distance from Albany Intl to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel and vice versa is 2.3 km and the overall drive time is about 4min. Driving time can vary based on the time of day and traffic.
What is the best way to get to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel from Albany Intl?
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from Albany Intl to the hotel, but also around Albany during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Albany are on average C$ 60/day. Getting from Albany Intl to your hotel can be difficult without a rental car. Luckily, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers an airport shuttle service for its customers. If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Albany Intl to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.
Is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel.
Are there food options at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?
Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or take food to go. There are also many other quality food options in Albany for those looking for something different. If you are staying at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.
Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel have a pool?
Yes. Many momondo users travelling to Albany specifically look for hotels with a pool. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.
How close is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel to Albany city centre?
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is just 9.6 km away from Albany city centre. The closest landmark to the centre of Albany is Palace Theatre, which is very accessible to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel guests.
What is the phone number for Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?
For assistance from an employee at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel please call +1 518 869 8100.
Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel has a fitness centre available for guests who would like to use it throughout their stay.
What time is check-out for Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?
You can plan to arrive after 4:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 12:00 PM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.
Is there laundry service in Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel?
Yes, there is. Reach out to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, Albany for more details on all available laundry services. Guests can also take advantage of irons and ironing boards at the property either in the room or at the laundry facility.
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Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel location: 660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211