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The Desmond Hotel Albany

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660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY

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A Venue As Unique As You Are

Fall in LOVE all over again...at The Desmond. Weddings are all about YOU, and your unique desires for your special day. Call 800-448-3500 to schedule a site tour, and see the most unique event venue in the Albany - Saratoga area. Our two beautifully landscaped indoor courtyards offer a unique atmosphere that is breathtaking year-round, where you never have to worry about the weather outside. The courtyards feature a large koi pond, brick pathways, balconies and large atrium skylights with ceilings reaching 30' and 36'. Our three newly renovated ballrooms are the perfect setting for a gorgeous wedding reception that will have your guests talking for years to come. Come see why our couples travel from all over the country to experience The Desmond's elegant décor, world class attention to service, and award-winning cuisine. We invite you to experience The Desmond.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Outdoor - Covered
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Ballroom, Garden, Hotel, Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff, Transportation, Shuttle Service

The Desmond Hotel Albany Reviews

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Reviewed On 5/06/2018 by Lauren S
The Desmond (& Amanda) were very accomodating to our requests for our wedding day. They were very helpful in setting up all of our decorations, ensuring that everything was in the right place, and that nothing was lost or broken. They did a tre...
mendous job at laying out and designing the reception and cocktail hour -- our 120 guests were not squeezed into corners, and there was enough room for multiple bars in the ballroom. They truly took great care of everything, allowing us to just enjoy the night with our guests with no worries about where to be and when. We couldn’t have asked for a better cocktail hour and reception, everything was absolutely perfect!
Reviewed On 9/12/2017 by Bailey S
We held our wedding at The Desmond Hotel a couple of weeks ago and were completely blown away by the entire experience. It was everything we wanted and more. From our rehearsal, to the wedding to a brunch the day after - they went above and bey...
ond to make sure our special day was everything we dreamed of. Amanda, our sales coordinator, was terrific - we can't say enough about how helpful she was from the day we booked all the way through to following up the day after to make sure we were happy. She was so thorough, organized and patient - even with my one million questions leading up to the event. She made sure that every detail - down to the accent linens and menu placement were perfectly arranged to the way we had discussed in the months leading up. She made us feel as if our wedding was as important to her as it was to us. We had many of our guests stay at the hotel and they were treated wonderfully. Notably, we got lots of compliments on the shuttle service to the airport - everyone found it incredibly easy and helpful. If you're looking for a venue in the Albany region where you can have your guests stay on site and want a terrific experience for all involved, I can't recommend these guys enough!
Response from the Vendor on 09/12/2017
Thank you so much for taking the time to submit a review and share your experience with us! We are happy to hear your great comments about Amanda and the rest of our staff, and we are happy that we were able to be part of your special day from...
start to finish. Thank you for choosing The Desmond, and best wishes!
Reviewed On 7/16/2016 by Linda S
Our daughter and son-in-law's wedding, rehearsal dinner, and Sunday brunch were all hosted at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, NY in June 2016. We were thrilled with the Desmond experience from our first meeting with Connie to the last guest's dep...
arture. Without reservation, we recommend the Desmond for your special day. In addition to Connie, whose sage advice to "breathe" was always timely and welcome, we loved working with Patty, one of the waitstaff. Patty served our family at the tasting, the rehearsal dinner, and the reception. At each event, she attended to us with warmth, attentiveness, and friendliness usually reserved for family. The Desmond's proximity to the Albany airport was very convenient, and the variety of venues within the hotel itself made each event fun. The bride and groom were provided a complimentary bridal suite with circular staircase, which was used for gorgeous pictures and relaxation with small groups of friends. The food at each of the events was delicious and beautifully presented. Although the Desmond itself is worthy of a great review, it's the people who work at the Desmond that made our daughter and son-in-law's special day exceptional. Connie provided support and guidance throughout the weekend, especially appreciated at the ceremony and reception entrances. She organized our unruly group in a tactful but firm way; she remained calm during a Code Yellow (young flower girl needed a diaper change just prior to her ceremony entrance); and she seemed to be everywhere at once, ensuring that the bride and groom were satisfied and able to enjoy their day. Enjoy your special event at the Desmond and be sure to ask for Connie and Patty!
Reviewed On 1/13/2016 by Kerry P
The Desmond was a wonderful one-stop shop for our wedding. We had the reception and the next morning brunch. Most of our guests were from out of town and stayed at the Desmond. Everyone enjoyed their stayed and said that the service was grea...
t. The reception went off without a hitch and the brunch was wonderful.
Reviewed On 11/11/2015 by Molly M
The Desmond staff could not have done more to make our Wedding Day more perfect. Every detail was thought of and looked after. Coming from abroad to have our wedding around my family, made the process stressful, but the Desmond made it easy. Co...
nnie was a dream to work with - attentive, responsive, helpful. The food was amazing from the cocktail hour to the dinner. The waitstaff were always there to pour a drink or bring the food warm and cooked to perfection, but you never felt their presence. It was a dream come true. Despite having a small wedding of only 100 people, the room felt full for the reception. I think that we got an amazing experience for our money. I would tell anyone and everyone to have their wedding or any other event at the Desmond.
Reviewed On 10/27/2015 by Ashley S
I was the bride, and my now husband and I worked with Connie. If you are having an event there at all, I would absolutely recommend you working with Connie. We held the cocktail hour in where the koi pond is, and it turned out AMAZING. Our rece...
ption was held in the Fort Orange Ballroom, and was beautiful. The only problem I really had was that the waiters were very quick to clear your plate, as well as clear your drink. I did not eat much, just because if I got up, my plate was cleared. The steak is cooked to be medium, so people with picky party-goers may want to skip the NY Strip Steak.
Reviewed On 1/16/2014 by Mia M
Heather and Don were a total pleasure to work with. Everything was absolutely perfect, and they made sure of it. They were prompt with answering questions and took care of everything...going beyond their responsibilities and acting as "weddin...
g planners". They made what could have been an extremely stressful day and absolute pleasure!
Reviewed On 7/23/2013 by Lynn P
The Desmond was fantastic. I thought I was biased thinking it was the best wedding ever but I have heard from all my guest it was the best wedding they have gone too. Heather and Lindsay were amazing. Everyone actually was. The food was fantas...
tic as well. Honestly it was so perfect. More than I could have dreamed for! Highly recommend the Desmond for your wedding.
Reviewed On 11/11/2011 by Haylee J
My husband and I had our reception at the Desmond. It was incredible! The atrium looked absolutely stunning for the cocktail reception and the ballroom was simply gorgeous! Erinne, the wedding coordinator, made sure everything was perfect. She ...
was fantastic to work with and made sure my husband and I were worry-free on our special day. I couldn't have imagined a more beautiful, spectacular reception. It was a dream a come true!
Reviewed On 10/04/2011 by a member
My mother hosted my bridal shower at the Desmond hotel, and it was held in the indoor courtyard. We worked with a wonderful woman there who has since left the company. The food was amazing and it was a great atmosphere. A minor complaint was th...
at we only had 1 server for over 50 people and we were told there would be 2 minimum. But our server was excellent and we didn't feel that we only had one.
Reviewed On 8/23/2011 by Sarah B
The service was great and the wedding went smoothly. The only problems were in the hotel's part of not having rooms ready and handing out too many gift bags per party. Their wedding service was outstanding!
Reviewed On 12/14/2010 by Erin M
The Desmond provided first class service for our wedding. Their attention to detail was second to none and the staff was attentive and continually went the extra mile to make our day smooth and without a hitch.
Reviewed On 11/12/2010 by Gina L
The Desmond was one of my top choices for a reception given the location and you can get a lot of pictures, but it was expensive and we wanted a lot of outdoor pictures, so we chose downtown albany instead.
Reviewed On 5/20/2009 by KRISTEN B
easy to work with beautiful indoor setting food was amazing.

Contact Info for The Desmond Hotel Albany

660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY
(800) 448-3500
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