Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel — Albany
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany
Voyza AI summary
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is a 3-star hotels in Albany. Guest sentiment is solid at 8.8/10 based on 882 guest reviews. Convenient Location Located minutes away from Albany International Airport and close to the city center, The Desmond Hotel offers easy access to a variety of attractions, shopping centers, and dining options. Convenient Location Located minutes away from Albany International Airport and close to the city center, The Desmond Hotel offers easy access to a variety of attractions, shopping centers, and dining options. Practical perks include parking options, shuttle access, on-site dining.
About Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel
Luxurious Accommodations
Experience spacious and comfortable rooms at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, perfect for relaxation after a long day of travel or work.
Top-Notch Facilities
Indulge in the indoor swimming pool, modern fitness center, and fully equipped business rooms during your stay. Enjoy the convenience of on-site dining and stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel.
Convenient Location
Located minutes away from Albany International Airport and close to the city center, The Desmond Hotel offers easy access to a variety of attractions, shopping centers, and dining options. Experience the best of Albany during your stay.
Book your stay now at Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel for a memorable and comfortable experience.
Rooms & rates

Duplex, 1 King Bed (Suite)
Room Only

1 King Bed Standard Top Floor
Room Only

Standard King Room with Accessible Tub - Mobility Access
Room Only

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)
Breakfast Included

Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
Breakfast Included

Standard Room
Breakfast Included
Amenities
Location
Map and distance table use the property coordinates. Miles are straight-line (great-circle), not driving distance—confirm routes in your maps app.
Address
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany
Open in Google MapsMap
Default view is roughly a 1-mile context around the property pin (straight-line radius, not drive time).
Distance table
Source: OpenStreetMap Nominatim.
Neighborhood
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel sits in Albany, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider Albany activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in Albany, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
Guest reviews
Cleanliness
8.3While many guests appreciated the cleanliness, some mentioned issues with ants and dirty towels.
Service
9.3Numerous positive mentions of helpful and attentive staff throughout the reviews.
Location
9.3Guests highlighted the convenient location near the airport, making it ideal for travelers.
Room Quality
8.3Some complaints regarding mattress quality and a dirty towel were noted, affecting the overall opinion.
Amenities
8.8Guests appreciated the bar and restaurant offerings, though some wished for microwaves.
Value for Money
8.8Mixed opinions; some felt the price should include more amenities like toiletries.
Food and Beverage
8.8Many guests enjoyed breakfast and dinner, noting quality food and good service.
Overall Experience
8.8Overall positive experiences noted, but some issues impacted the final sentiment.
What guests liked
What could be better
Policies & house rules
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 04:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Parking
- Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet
- WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Children and extra bed policy
- Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot. Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any extra beds. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Groups
- When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Pets
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Similar hotels in Albany

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Albany Airport - Wolf Road by IHG
Albany, US

Renaissance Albany Hotel
Albany, US

Four Points by Sheraton Albany
Albany, US

Homewood Suites by Hilton Albany
Albany, US

Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Latham, US

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Albany, US
incl. taxes & fees
Same pricing basis as city search results for these dates (lowest mapped room).

