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Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel, an IHG Hotel

4.3(2,544)
Hotel

About

Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel offers modern, spacious rooms with quiet comfort and balconies overlooking a serene courtyard, ideal for business travelers seeking rest and focus. The hotel’s location near the airport and highways makes it a convenient base for regional meetings and events.

Event spaces on the same level as guest rooms provide easy access and a clean, comfortable setting for training sessions and conferences. On-site dining and attentive service complete the turnkey hospitality experience, ensuring your business gathering runs smoothly from start to finish.

Best for

  • Training sessions & professional workshops
  • Multi-night group stays with meeting space
  • Client dinners with relaxed courtyard ambiance

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Inviting Courtyard
Outdoor Space
Inviting Courtyard
A well-maintained courtyard offers a pleasant outdoor setting for guests to mingle or relax, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the hotel.
Rooms with Private Balconies Overlooking Patio
Guest Rooms
Rooms with Private Balconies Overlooking Patio
Rooms feature balconies that provide views of the open patio space, adding a touch of privacy and comfort for business travelers.
Indoor Pool and Shuttle Service
On-site Amenities
Indoor Pool and Shuttle Service
The hotel includes an indoor pool for guest relaxation and offers both airport and area shuttle services, supporting convenient access and downtime.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 2,544 reviews