ALBANY, N.Y., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The family-owned
and operated Desmond Hotel & Conference Center has recently
joined InterContinental Hotels Group® (IHG) as an
affiliated property. Guests may now book the hotel on IHG.com, and
receive all benefits associated with IHG Rewards Club®.
This affiliation now allows guests to earn IHG Rewards Club points
when staying at The Desmond Hotel, and can also redeem points
toward a reward night at the property.
"The addition of The Desmond Hotel to IHG aligns with our
company purpose to create Great Hotels Guests
Love® through providing True
Hospitality for everyone," said Gina
Labarre, VP, Brand Growth, IHG. "The ownership group,
management company and The Desmond hotel team all have proven track
records of running great hotels, and we are delighted to welcome
this property to IHG."
In the coming months, The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center
will begin a complete renovation. This significant makeover will
encompass all areas of the hotel, including guest rooms, bathrooms,
meeting facilities and public spaces, interior fixtures and
lighting, business center, fitness center, a new porte cochere and
main entrance. Technology-enabled innovations and modern design
touches will appeal to both business and leisure travellers, while
still maintaining the independent, local feel that makes the hotel
unique.
"We are thrilled to be part of the IHG family of hotels," said
Tyler Desmond, General Manager. "Our
partnership brings enhancements that will make bookings a seamless
experience, while delivering the same personalized service our
guests have appreciated for more than 40 years."
Located less than a mile from the Albany International Airport, The Desmond
Hotel & Conference Center's 322 guest rooms are designed with
comfort and convenience in mind – providing a place to relax or to
catch up on work. The hotel has been a family-owned and operated
business since 1974. Priding itself on outstanding hospitality,
award-winning food and superb accommodations, the Desmond family
considers guest service to be of the utmost importance and The
Desmond Hotel is consistently voted the best among Albany hotels.
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