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El Vado Motel

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Property grounds
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | TV, iPod dock, MP3 dock

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Old Town Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

El Vado Motel

Motel connected to a shopping centre in Albuquerque with 7 restaurants
7 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, conference space and a 24-hour front desk are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Vado Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. This Albuquerque motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the shopping around El Vado Motel. During your stay, you'll be connected to a shopping centre and just a quick walk from ABQ BioPark Aquarium. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 7 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include 7 restaurants, a coffee shop and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include 3 meeting rooms, conference space and multilingual staff
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Albuquerque Convention Center and 14 minutes from Balloon Fiesta Park
There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 1190 square feet (111 square metres) and includes conference space. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at El Vado Motel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

El Vado Motel has 7 restaurants on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 7 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,190 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 31 May and close on 01 October.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

El Vado Motel Albuquerque
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El Vado Motel Motel
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El Vado Motel Motel Albuquerque

El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 831 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 831 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 831 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 831 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 831 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Justin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Newer property but rooms had bad chemical smell
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Desoto suite and it had the most comfortable bed. Best nights sleep we’ve had 11 nights into our road trip on Route 66.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really lively spot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok, but.

Good basic model, with a couple of nice amenities; pool and weekend live music. Also a couple of good eating venues on the property. Serious problems with their electronic for keys. Had to go to the office to recharge our kets 14 times over our three day stay. Very aggravating.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Banning

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic motel redo with friendly staff and a great New Mexico vibe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi, Aberdeen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique motel with nice courtyard area. Spacious room. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rajen, Woodinville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to old plaza and just across from Botanical Gardens and aquarium. Pizza, Thai and burger virtually on the property. Parking is free but you must park little farther (leaving spots for the retail businesses there). Lots of dining option. BTW, there is not much to see in ABQ...and the old plaza is not nearly as good and big as Santa Fe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family

The place to stay in Albuquerque

Beautifully decorated and comfortable bed; the staff was super friendly. There was a delightful sense of the history of the area situated as it is on Route 66. Local eateries were convenient to the site as was the Albuquerque Biological Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

graham

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great history and location. Helpful staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and historic. Thick quiet walls. Nice room details. Free drink included w room. Room and bathroom quite small, and pool was closed. Parking isn’t obvious, and there appears to be a single worker managing front desk and bar. Overall somewhat overpriced for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Vado property is fun and functional with a comfortable bar area and multitasking bartender/front desk attendant, Jessica, nice outdoor area, and nicely remodeled rooms. George was helpful and gave great info. Housekeeping staff deserve an extra star as they were kind, thorough, and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good vibes!

I love the Googie style sign. It felt like stepping back in time with all of today's amenities. Our room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay.

Fantastic stay. Great value. Office was hard to find. They give you two keys. One electronic key to get into amenities and one normal key for room. I don’t know why they can’t go 100% electronic card. Rooms were hard to get into. Rooms were very upscale.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Route 66 redo done perfectly.

Very cute, vintage with a modern touch. If you love route 66 vintage you'll love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Richmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with some small restaurants almost on-site. Parking can be limited at times but each time we had a need to park we could find a spot. There is also a small bar that is part of the Hotel that we got one free drink per night
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025