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Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel: Your Elegant Wedding Destination

4-star hotel
660 Albany Shaker Rd, Albany, NY, United States

Nestled in the heart of Albany, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers an exquisite setting for your dream wedding. With its sophisticated ambiance and comprehensive amenities, this venue is designed to make your special day unforgettable. The hotel's elegant decor and meticulously maintained grounds provide a perfect backdrop for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations.

The hotel boasts 322 beautifully appointed guestrooms, each equipped with modern amenities to ensure the utmost comfort for you and your guests. From the moment you arrive, the attentive staff is dedicated to making your wedding experience seamless and stress-free. The hotel's 23,433 square feet of event space, including a conference center and 14 meeting rooms, offers ample flexibility to accommodate various wedding sizes and styles.

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is renowned for its exceptional dining options. Mr. D's, the on-site restaurant, serves delectable dishes that will impress even the most discerning palates. Whether you opt for a formal sit-down dinner or a more casual buffet, the culinary team is committed to delivering a memorable dining experience.

The hotel's picturesque garden and indoor pool area provide stunning locations for photo opportunities, while the spacious ballroom is perfect for hosting your reception. The hotel's wedding services include everything from planning assistance to on-site catering, ensuring that every detail is taken care of.

For those seeking a blend of elegance and convenience, Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is the ideal choice. The hotel's proximity to local attractions and the Albany International Airport makes it easily accessible for out-of-town guests. With its commitment to excellence and attention to detail, this venue promises to make your wedding day truly magical.

Location and Transportation

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel is conveniently located in Albany, just a short drive from the Albany International Airport. The hotel offers a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle service, making it easy for guests to arrive and depart. Nearby attractions include the Colonie Center Mall, Siena College, and the Crossgates Mall, providing plenty of entertainment options for your guests. The hotel's central location and ample parking ensure that your wedding guests can easily access the venue.

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Attractions near Albany, NY


  • 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
  • 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

Featured Amenities for Wedding

  • Banquet Facilities
  • Conference Center
  • Indoor Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Airport Shuttle
  • Free Parking
  • 24-Hour Front Desk

Ratings and Reviews of Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel by Ihg

9.0 user rating
  • We loved our stay! The property is gorgeous, great amenities, friendly staff, good restaurant in hotel, and the fish pond in the center is so calming!
  • We check in late they had us on our way to our room in under 2 minutes it’s Very clean, very comfortable, great staff, late check out is their normal check out time, you could see the thruway from parking lot (but not a noisy location only figured it out the next day when we saw the hotel from the thruway HOW conveniently located it was) an entire restaurant row for dining options and to TOP it off the price was more affordable than a cheap motel for a 4star Hotel 10/10 recommend
  • Beautiful, clean, huge hotel! Weill definitely stay again. The restaurant was delicious too!

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    • Hour Fitness Facilities
    • Hour Front Desk
    • Assistive Listening Devices Available
    • Atm Banking
    • Ballroom
    • Banquet Hall
    • Bicycle Rentals On Site
    • Braille Or Raised Signage
    • Breakfast Available Surcharge
    • Coffee Tea In Common Areas
    • Computer Station
    • Conference Center
    • Conference Space
    • Conference Space Size Feet
    • Dry Cleaning Laundry Service
    • Elevator
    • Elevator Door Width Inches
    • Express Check In
    • Express Check Out
    • Fireplace In Lobby
    • Fitness Facilities
    • Free Airport Transportation
    • Free Area Shuttle
    • Free Self Parking
    • Free Wifi
    • Golfing Nearby
    • Handrails In Stairways
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Long Term Parking Surcharge
    • Luggage Storage
    • No Accessible Shuttle
    • Number Of Accessible Parking Spaces
    • Number Of Bars Lounges
    • Number Of Indoor Pools
    • Number Of Meeting Rooms
    • Number Of Restaurants
    • Pool Hoist On Site
    • Porter Bellhop
    • Registration Desk Height Inches
    • Smoke Free Property
    • Stair Free Path To Entrance
    • Stairwell Handrail Height Inches
    • Swimming Pool
    • Uncovered Parking
    • Vending Machine
    • Visual Alarms In Hallways
    • Wedding Services
    • Well Lit Path To Entrance
    • Wheelchair Accessible Fitness Center
    • Wheelchair Accessible May Have Limitations
    • Wheelchair Accessible Meeting Spaces Business Center
    • Wheelchair Accessible On Site Restaurant
    • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
    • Wheelchair Accessible Path Of Travel
    • Wheelchair Accessible Path To Elevator
    • Wheelchair Accessible Pool
    • Wheelchair Accessible Public Washroom
    • Wheelchair Accessible Registration Desk
    • Wheelchair Accessible Van Parking
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