• Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping

Minutes from Albany International Airport, this hotel offers exceptional on-site facilities and services along with spacious accommodations. Free 24-hour airport and local area transfers within a 4.8-km radius are also provided based on availability. Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is 100% non-smoking and boasts an indoor swimming pool along with modern fitness facilities and fully equipped business and conference rooms. Guests at the hotel can also enjoy on-site dining at the restaurant and free WiFi. With a location close to Albany city centre, guests at the Desmond can easily access a variety of popular area attractions, including museums and entertainment venues. There are also a number of shopping centres and restaurants nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.4
High score for Albany
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Stream
    Israel Israel
    It was nice, and everything was great, will be back Thank you!
  • Teresa
    Place clean, staff was pleasant. It was everything that we expected. Just a little note staff at restaurant could be a little more courteous. We could all have bad days, the moment we walk in, they stay behind. Overall we're human. 😇
  • F
    Frederick
    United States United States
    Breakfast was very good - reasonable and staff professional

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Mr. D's
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The hotel is now fully renovated as of April 2021. Room Service is currently discontinued until further notice.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

  • Check-in at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Quadruple

  • The prices at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Mr. D's

  • Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is 5.6 miles from the centre of Albany. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Happy hour
    • Fitness
    • Swimming Pool

  • Guests staying at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American
    • À la carte