Central Albuquerque Hotels

The first Crowne Plaza hotel in New Mexico offers 261 attractive guest rooms, all providing panoramic views over the city & surrounding mountains, and with modern features like sliding glass doors. Entrance is via a spacious adobe-style lobby decorated with Southwest artefacts; other highlights are a courtyard garden/pool/hot tub, extensive meeting/event facilities, a concierge level (10th to 12th floors), a large fitness center and three restaurants - the fine dining Ranchers Club, the lobby level StoneStreet and the Cantina lounge/bar. The Crowne Plaza has a central location in Albuquerque on the northeast side of the I-25/I-40 intersection.

The DoubleTree by Hilton is one of the more central Albuquerque hotels, occupying most of the block between 2nd & 3rd Streets, Marquette & Roma Avenues, within half a mile of such downtown locations as Albuquerque Convention Center (linked by underground walkway), the Civic Plaza, the main library and New Mexico Highland University. The hotel contains 295 beautifully decorated rooms, on 16 floors, so most accommodations enjoy spectacular, elevated views cross the city to the surrounding mountain ranges. The on-site restaurant (La Oja) is open all day, and provides room service; other dining outlets are Onyx Cafe and ICE Lounge/Bar. Free wi-fi, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and meeting space for up to 300 guests are some of the other amenities.

Embassy Suites Albuquerque enjoys a prominent location alongside I-25 a few blocks east of the city center, easily located since it towers high above the low rise neighborhood, and has an eye-catching curved design, attractively decorated in orange and gold. The international airport is 4 miles south. The interior of the hotel is dominated by the floor-to-ceiling atrium lobby, while its many facilities include a fitness center, pool, spa, Southwest-style restaurant, bar, cafe and comprehensive meeting facilities. All accommodations are two room suites, with a sofa bed, work desk, wet bar and separate living space. Both hot breakfast and evening receptions are complimentary.

The Homewood Suites occupies half of a recently constructed building at the corner of Broadway and Central Avenue in downtown Albuquerque, two blocks from the convention center. Highlights include a rooftop restaurant/bar, a fitness center and free airport transportation. Complimentary hot breakfast is provided each morning. The all-suite accommodations are available in two bedroom, one bedroom and studio layouts - all are equipped with a full kitchen. The hotel also has a business center and meeting space.

Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn is a boutique property, a member of the Choice Hotels Ascend Collection of distinctive hotels influenced by local history and culture. The inn has a quiet and peaceful location along a side street bordering the golf course of Albuquerque Country Club, a short walk from Old Town Plaza. Guest rooms are arranged around a secluded courtyard with outdoor pool, and all have views over the tree-lined neighborhood. Most include a private patio. Rooms with sofabed are available. Breakfast is complimentary.

The Hilton Garden Inn shares a building with the Homewood Suites, along Broadway Boulevard in downtown Albuquerque, a short walk from the convention center, and many restaurants, bars & shops. A rooftop bar/restaurant affords fine views over the city, across to the Sandia Mountains. University of New Mexico and Albuquerque International Airport are both within five miles. Amenities include free hot breakfast, free airport shuttle, a business center and a fitness center. The hotel opens fall 2021.

Free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, guest laundry and a 70 person meeting room are the main amenities of the 130 room, four story Hampton Inn, a well-established hotel located at the Carlisle Boulevard exit of I-40, 1.5 miles east of the I-25 intersection. Selected accommodations have a living area and sofa bed. Nearby are half a dozen restaurants and a few large stores, including Wal-Mart 2 blocks north and K-Mart to the south, on the far side of the interstate. Albuquerque International Airport is 5 miles south.

The TownePlace Suites by Marriott is part of the Avanyu Plaza development, on the north side of I-40 at the 12th Street exit, 2 miles north of downtown Albuquerque. Guests are within walking distance of shopping and dining, while the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is just across the street. The hotel contains 92 suites, in three floorplan configurations (studio, two bedroom, one bedroom); all include a full kitchen and sofa bed. Free hot breakfast is provided each morning.

The SpringHill Suites by Marriott opened summer 2020, along Central Avenue just east of the I-25 intersection (exit 224), less than half a mile from both University of New Mexico and Central New Mexico College; the hotel is part of the Highlands development, which also includes restaurants, shops and residences. Also in the vicinity are several medical centers and city parks. The six floor property contains 118 studio suites, equipped with microwave, refrigerator and sofa bed. Hot breakfast and wi-fi are complimentary.

The Ramada is a large, full service hotel occupying an older building along Menaul Boulevard, backing on to Interstate 40, just east of the I-25 intersection. A free shuttle serves Albuquerque Airport, 6 miles south. Guest rooms are in several blocks arranged around a tree-lined courtyard garden with sundeck; inside, the many facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness center and pool. Pet friendly accommodations are available. For meetings the Ramada has 12 separate rooms catering for events of up to 438 people (banquet configuration).

Just off I-40 (12th Street exit) towards the west side of Albuquerque, the handsome new Holiday Inn Express hotel offers 108 microwave/refrigerator equipped rooms & suites, free internet access, a 24 hour business center, pool, fitness center and free hot breakfast buffet. The Old Town district of Albuquerque is just about within walking distance, being 1.5 miles south; other places within a couple of miles are Rio Grande Plaza, Albuquerque Country Club and Albuquerque Convention Center. Right opposite the hotel, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is the main source of information for New Mexico's 19 historic pueblos.

The Holiday Inn Express in midtown Albuquerque occupies a new-looking building of 122 suites (57 single bed, 65 double bed), all nicely decorated in a modern style, and equipped with a kitchenette containing microwave & refrigerator. A complimentary shuttle is provided to places within a 5 mile radius and to Albuquerque International Airport, 7 miles south. The free Express Start breakfast includes hot ingredients like bacon and eggs; for other meals there are a few restaurants within 1 block, along Menaul Boulevard NE, though not much else of interest in the vicinity - the hotel sits in an industrial area near the I-40/I-25 intersection.

At the southwest corner of the intersection of I-40 and Rio Grande Boulevard (exit 157A) stands the 174 room, 4 story Best Western Rio Grande Inn - 3 blocks from Albuquerque's Old Town Plaza and a mile east of the wooded valley of the Rio Grande River. Also nearby is San Gabriel State Park and the Albuquerque Country Club. The inn has an on-site restaurant (the full service Albuquerque Grill), plus a cocktail lounge, and there are many more restaurants within half a mile. Leisure activities are based around the pool, which is outdoor in summer and covered in winter, together with a hot tub and exercise facility.

Guest rooms at the SureStay Hotel by Best Western are contained within a narrow, two floor building with interior corridors, along the western I-25 frontage road, half a mile north of the I-40 intersection. In the vicinity are industrial and business premises; the nearest shops and restaurants are a few blocks south, along Menaul Boulevard. Continental breakfast, wi-fi and all-day coffee are complimentary. The hotel also has an indoor pool, hot tub and a business center.

The Comfort Inn is a central Albuquerque hotel, one block south of interstate 40 (exit 159A, 4th Street), and a mile from the I-25 junction; Old Town Plaza, Albuquerque Zoo, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Aquarium, are just some of the many attractions within two miles. The chief amenities of the hotel are an exercise room, outdoor pool and free hot breakfast. Besides the standard accommodations several suites are also available, featuring a microwave, refrigerator and separate sleeping/living area. A complimentary shuttle takes guests to/from the international airport, 6 miles south.

Half the rooms at Quality Inn and Suites Albuquerque have relaxing views across the secluded courtyard garden at the center, containing an outdoor pool, while the others look out across a busy, urban neighborhood; the hotel sits on the northwest side of the I-40/I-25 intersection, 2 miles north of downtown. Trees partly shield the property, which is surrounded by plenty of parking space. The international airport is 6 miles away, linked by free shuttle. Also complimentary are wi-fi and hot breakfast.

The budget-priced Suburban Studios caters for long stay visitors to Albuquerque, and is located in the middle of town in a business district, close to the intersection of I-25 with I-40. All 136 rooms include a kitchen area containing a microwave, refrigerator, two-ring stove and coffee maker. Some contain an extra sofa bed. There are several restaurants and cocktail lounges nearby. Services include weekly housekeeping, guest laundry, free wi-fi and basic business facilities.

Along Central Avenue in downtown Albuquerque, the Days Inn is a traditional two floor, exterior corridor, budget-priced motel that offers the two standard facilities of free continental breakfast and an outdoor pool. Most rooms are set back a way from the main road so are relatively quiet. The majority have views of the parking lot at the center; others look out across the mixed residential/commercial neighborhood. The motel is 0.2 miles from Interstate 25, at exit 224B, within two blocks of at least six restaurants.

Days Inn Albuquerque is a three floor property, with interior corridors, and basic amenities: free continental breakfast, free wi-fi, a sundry shop and a business center. Accommodations are equipped with a coffee/tea maker, a microwave and a refrigerator. Pets are welcome, for a fee. The motel has a rather isolated location in a business/commercial area beside I-15, along Candelaria Road, a few blocks north of the I-40 intersection.

One of many budget motels along I-40 in midtown Albuquerque, the exterior corridor Days Inn has the usual amenities of free continental breakfast, guest laundry and an outdoor pool plus sundeck, located at the rear of the property away from the main road (Menaul Boulevard). Lunch and dinner can be purchased from a selection of fast food restaurants nearby, and the closest shopping center is Coronado Mall, 2.5 miles east. Pets are accepted, for a small fee.

Adobe style Econo Lodge Old Town has a good reputation for its clean rooms, low rates, friendly staff and central location, along old Route 66 just a few blocks from Albuquerque's historic Old Town district, either side of Rio Grande Boulevard. Some of the 43 rooms have a microwave & refrigerator; all are generally clean and quite large. The standard free continental breakfast is available, plus an indoor pool, hot tub and newsstand.

Low rates and a central location are the main advantages of Super 8 Downtown Albuquerque, a small (44 room), exterior corridor motel along old Route 66, half a mile from the Convention Center and other downtown locations. Accommodations are clean but basic, all containing a refrigerator and some with equipped with a microwave and private balcony. Other amenities are limited to free continental breakfast, free phone calls and a small outdoor pool. Pets are welcome

The Rodeway Inn is a downtown Albuquerque motel, located along Central Avenue - Route 66 - right beside I-25, near various restaurants and small shops. Guest rooms are in two blocks, entered via exterior corridors, and have views across the rather small parking lot to the main road just beyond. An outdoor pool, free wi-fi and free coffee are the only amenities. All accommodations are equipped with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker.