Crowne Plaza Albany - the Desmond Hotel

You know it as a place you’ve had events, meetings but our old friend The Desmond has gotten a renovation and looks like a brand new hotel with a big city feel right here in Albany.

The Desmond has been associated with IHG Hotels & Resorts since 2018 but has officially rebranded to Crowne Plaza Albany – the Desmond after the recent renovations. I first wrote about the rebranding a couple of months ago and was so lucky to see the changes firsthand this past weekend.

I love a good Staycation. You don’t have to pack a ton and then when your stay is over, your drive home is super short! If you’re looking for some time away (but not too far away), take advantage of the Staycation/Weekend Getaway package. The package is available for Friday/Saturday/Sunday bookings in standard rooms or suites from June 18th- August 29th. It includes a $30 credit to the onsite restaurant Mr. D’s as well as a bottle of wine in the room upon arrival.

I’ve been to The Desmond a ton of times from different events I’ve attended that they hosted, weddings, and I even stayed there as far back as High School during our Mock Trial competition. The Desmond and I have been acquainted for a while so I couldn’t wait to see the changes. No joke, I walked in the front door and all I could say was “Wow.” The lobby had a complete overhaul, it doesn’t even look like the same place I couldn’t believe it! Everything is incredibly modern and beautiful.

Take a look at it now compared to what it looked like before – so much brighter!