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The Desmond Hotel Albany
660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211, United States
+1 518 869 8100
Cheapest
rate per night
8.3
Excellent
based on 1,464 reviews
Compare vs KAYAK
| Provider | Nightly total |
|---|---|
| Priceline | $186 |
| Hotwire | $204 |
| TripAdvisor | $204 |
Good to know
| Distance to city centre | 9.6 km |
|---|---|
| Location rating | 9.4 |
| Nearest airport | Albany Intl |
| Distance to airport | 2.2 km |
Rooms
Queen rooms
$204+
Bed type
Provider
Nightly base price
Unknown
$204
per night
Unknown
$205
per night
Superior rooms
$266+
Bed type
Provider
Nightly base price
Queen bed
$266
per night
Standard rooms
$186+
Bed type
Provider
Nightly base price
Unknown
$186
per night
King bed
$204
per night
King bed
$222
per night
King bed
$239
per night
King bed
$239
per night
King bed
$247
per night
Queen bed
$291
per night
Reviews
Pros
| "The staff were great!." | (in 47 reviews) |
|---|---|
| "Food was very good." | (in 16 reviews) |
| "Room service was great." | (in 16 reviews) |
Cons
| "Hot tub jets not working!" | (in 8 reviews) |
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Traveller rating
130
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| albany | in 8 reviews |
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| bar exam | in 2 reviews |
| bed very comfortable | in 23 reviews |
| free shuttle | in 13 reviews |
| good food | in 29 reviews |
| good value | in 3 reviews |
| hot tub | in 23 reviews |
| hotel room | in 56 reviews |
| hotel was great | in 47 reviews |
| pool area | in 6 reviews |
| pool was very dirty | in 23 reviews |
| right by the airport | in 18 reviews |
| room service | in 27 reviews |
| sofa bed | in 23 reviews |
| staff is very friendly | in 78 reviews |
| unusual smell | in 3 reviews |
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ExcellentFeb 202010.0
Everything, good restaurant
Nothing
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ExcellentFeb 20209.0
I felt the experiences as great and i hope to stay there again. The staff was efficient and helpful
Parking
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GoodFeb 20208.0
The period decor is wonderful. Hopefully the renovations will continue this decor . I'm sure it will.
Love this hotel
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GoodJan 20208.0
The reason that I said that it did not meet my expectations is because I would have liked to have a microwave and frig
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ExcellentJan 202010.0
I loved the colonial atmosphere
The window didn't seal well and you could feel the cold seeping into the room. Much of the interior of the hotel was dark when we arrived and it gave the place a haunted house feel that my children didn't like.
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About
Overview
The Desmond Hotel Albany is located right off the Northway I87 Exit 4, less than a mile from the entrance of the Albany International Airport, and adjacent to Albany's premier shopping and business locations on Wolf Road. We are in close proximity to major business parks in Corporate Woods and British American Blvd, Albany Medical Center, all major universities, and various government offices in downtown Albany. Destinations such as the Times Union Center, Saratoga Spings Race Track, SPAC, Proctors Theater, and the GlobalFoundries Luther Forest Technology Campus are a short drive away via I87. Voted BEST LOCAL HOTEL in Albany 2019 for the 12th consecutive year by Times Union readers. Our unique Albany hotel features 322 nonsmoking guest room and suite options, including king size four poster beds and spiral staircase duplexes. Dining is available onsite at our restaurant Simpson's and in our English pub The Tavern. Amenities include complimentary parking, complimentary airport shuttle service, business center, fitness center, indoor pool and complimentary high speed WiFi.
InterContinental
Features
8.3 Excellent
based on 1,464 reviews
9.4
Location
8.8
Service
3.9
WiFi
3.1
Wellness
Things to know
- Friendly atmosphere
- Stylish hotel
- Good access to airport
Check in |
16:00 |
Check out |
12:00 |
Cancellation/pre-payment
Policies vary by room type and provider.
AMENITIES
Fitness centre
Free Wi-Fi
Disabled access
ATM on-site
Business centre
Laundry service
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Room service
Indoor pool
No smoking
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Express check out
Air-conditioned
24-hour front desk
Safe
Free airport shuttle
Free parking
Pool table
Designated smoking area
Storage available
Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Lift
Laundry facilities
Hairdryer
Free Internet
Long-term parking (surcharge)
Wedding services
Terrace/Patio
Gift shop
Spa
Cable or satellite TV
FAQs when booking at The Desmond Hotel Albany
Where is The Desmond Hotel Albany located?
The Desmond Hotel Albany is located at 660 Albany Shaker Road, 9.6 km from the centre of Albany. Albany Pine Bush Preserve is the closest landmark to The Desmond Hotel Albany.
When is check-in time and check-out time at The Desmond Hotel Albany?
Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at The Desmond Hotel Albany.
Does The Desmond Hotel Albany offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Desmond Hotel Albany offers free Wi-Fi.
Does The Desmond Hotel Albany offer free parking?
Yes, The Desmond Hotel Albany offers free parking.
Does The Desmond Hotel Albany offer free airport shuttle service?
Yes, The Desmond Hotel Albany offers free airport shuttle service.
How far is The Desmond Hotel Albany from the airport?
The Desmond Hotel Albany is 2.2 km from Albany Intl. The Desmond Hotel Albany is 112.4 km from Rutland.
Can you bring pets to The Desmond Hotel Albany?
Yes, The Desmond Hotel Albany is a pet-friendly hotel.
Does The Desmond Hotel Albany have a pool?
Yes, The Desmond Hotel Albany has a pool on-site.
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Bedroom (13)
Bar (1)
Pool (2)
Restaurant (4)
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Reviews about The Desmond Hotel Albany
“The happy hour was very affordable and friendly staff at the bar.”
“But the restaurant is very good with a pleasant and helpful staff.”
“Restaurant is excellent and the property is quaint.”
“The hotel's restaurant and lounge.”
“Soup in the restaurant.”
Location
Most popular landmarks
- Albany Pine Bush Preserve 5.7 km
- Washington Park 8.3 km
- Ten Broeck Mansion 8.7 km
- Albany Institute of History and Art 8.7 km
- New York State Capitol 9 km
- Palace Theatre 9.1 km
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Getting Around
| Albany Intl | 2.2 km |
|---|---|
| Rutland | 112.4 km |
| Albany–Rensselaer | 10.8 km |
| Schenectady | 15.2 km |
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