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The Desmond Hotel Albany company history timeline

1974

Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel has been a family-owned and operated business since 1974.

1974 – Originally named The Americana Inn, the new hotel was a joint enterprise between John K. Desmond, Jr. and American Airlines as part of their “Americana Hotels” division.

There have been many renovations and updates to the building since it’s beginning in 1974, but they all stay true to Mr.

1975

One year later in 1975, American Airlines departed the hotel business nationwide to focus on their growing air service.

1979

1979 – Recognizing the growing sophistication of its dining clientele and the need for a true upscale restaurant, management responded with the creation of the elegant Scrimshaw and renamed the bar Scrimshaw Tavern.

1982

1982 – Keeping pace with the continual growth of the Capital Region, the hotel was enlarged to feature 140 more guest rooms along with King Street Ballroom and Courtyard, High Street Conference Center, Town Hall Amphitheater, The Lodge, and Health Club.

1984

1984 – In celebration of the hotel’s 10th anniversary, the property was renamed The Desmond Americana to better reflect the Desmond family’s on-site presence and commitment to the area.

2021

2021 – The property completed a large two year renovation project, and on April 15 became an official Crowne Plaza branded hotel within IHG (InterContinental Hotel Groups) with the new name of Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel.

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