Expect the unexpected at The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center. Privately owned, this hotel and conference center has become one of upstate New York's most popular hotels, event and dining destinations.
Opened in 1974, this upstate New York hotel greets you with its New England charm from the moment you see it. Resembling an 18th century colonial village, the hotel is built around large indoor courtyards with skylights, landscaping and indoor pools. As you walk through the property you may experience the warmth from the sun, the 2 large fireplaces, or from our professional staff.
Recognized as one of the finest hotels in the Albany NY, Capital Region area, the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center offers fine accommodations in rooms and suites fashioned after the homes of sea captains from the 18th century. Colonial charm is complimented by award-winning dining, attentive staff and state of the art audio and video technology. So, whether you are visiting for a weekend away, a conference, wedding or dinner at one of the fine restaurants, you are sure to have a quality experience.
Be sure to tour the hotel online by clicking on the "Virtual Tour" buttons above. Call us today to schedule a tour for your meeting, wedding, special event or to make dinner reservations. Local: (518) 869-8100 From out of town: (800) 448-3500
History of the Scrimshaw Steinway Piano
This rare one-hundred year old Steinway is a historic treasure the Desmond Hotel is proud to share with its guests. The finish of this uniquely decorated piano features a Renaissance scene and ornamental art painted by a European artistan.
This one-of-a-kind piano is one of only two known remaining pianos of the fourteen of its kind made by Steinway. The other piano is at the estate of Harry S. Truman.
Purchased at the turn of the 20th century by world-renowned architect Stanford White, this piano was a gift for notorius actress Evelyn Nesbitt, known as the girl on the red velvet swing at Madison Square Garden...in the day. Ms. Nesbitt was the biographical inspiration for the movie "Ragtime". Stanford White is remembered as the architect of Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Purchased by John Desmond some time ago at an auction, the piano holds great historic and aesthetic value and has become a regular part of the fine-dining experience at the Scrimshaw Restaurant of the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center.
