Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY, USSee what's available
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About this property
Near Colonie Center Mall 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. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Mr. D's serving guests of Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Location & nearby attractions
Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Shaker Heritage Society - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Colonie Center Mall - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Albany County Hockey Facility - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Northway Mall - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Afrim’s Sports Park - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Capital Region Orthopaedics Latham - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Siena College - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Latham Farms - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Curtain Call Theater - 5 km / 3.1 mi
CNY Fertility Center - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Albany Indoor Rockgym - 6.5 km / 4 mi
Albany NanoTech Complex - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
Crossgates Mall - 7 km / 4.3 mi
Lions Park - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 30.4 km / 18.9 mi
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 60.5 km / 37.6 mi
The preferred airport for Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG is Albany Intl. Airport (ALB).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
1/4 mile from Albany International Airport (ALB) Complimentary Airport shuttle
Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Free Parking
Check-in & check-out
- 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- 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
- 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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $8 to 13 for adults, and $5 to 12 for children Uncovered extended parking fee: $15 per day Pet deposit: $100 per stay Pet fee: $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: $10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 12:00 PM.
Where is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG located?
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG is located at 660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY, US.
What attractions are near Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Shaker Heritage Society - 2 km / 1.2 mi Colonie Center Mall - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi Albany County Hockey Facility - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi Northway Mall - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi Afrim’s Sports Park - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi Capital Region Orthopaedics Latham - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi Siena College - 5 km / 3.1 mi Latham Farms - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi Curtain Call Theater - 5 km / 3.1 mi CNY Fertility Center - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi Albany Indoor Rockgym - 6.5 km / 4 mi Albany NanoTech Complex - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi Crossgates Mall - 7 km / 4.3 mi Lions Park - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi The nearest airports are: Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 30.4 km / 18.9 mi Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 60.5 km / 37.6 mi The preferred airport for Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG is Albany Intl. Airport (ALB).
Does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG offer parking?
Free Parking
How do I get to Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
1/4 mile from Albany International Airport (ALB) Complimentary Airport shuttle Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
What dining options are available at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Mr. D's serving guests of Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
What amenities does Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG offer?
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly.
What are the rooms like at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
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.
Is Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG pet-friendly?
Yes, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG is pet-friendly.
What fees should I know about at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $8 to 13 for adults, and $5 to 12 for children Uncovered extended parking fee: $15 per day Pet deposit: $100 per stay Pet fee: $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: $10 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG?
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. A car is not required for transportation to and from this property. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).