Hotel Zazz

Property class: 3.5

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern living room with a round marble table, a disco ball, and a bar area with a mirror and framed pictures.
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a parking area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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3711 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108
  • Place, Mariposa Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of New Mexico
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Popejoy Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Studio King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Copper King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Copper King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Banana Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Zazz

An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, massage/treatment rooms and a business centre. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Zazz offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead and a hydromassage showerhead, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). In-room massages, an iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and in-room fitness.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.
The shopping around Hotel Zazz gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of University of New Mexico. Free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor pool and a bar are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes fitness classes, yoga classes and scooters/mopeds to rent
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • 12 minutes by foot from University of New Mexico and a 2-minute drive from Popejoy Hall
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Hotel Zazz offers its guests an outdoor pool and in-room fitness. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 100 square feet (9 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and karaoke are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Zazz. You'll have access to the outdoor pool and health club at a partner property. An area shuttle within 15 miles is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Hotel Zazz was completed in October 2022.

This 3.5-star Albuquerque hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Speakeasy – This bar serves dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 miles
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Speakeasy

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping centre
  • Stereo
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 100 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Streaming fitness classes
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Zazz Hotel
University Lodge
Hotel Zazz Albuquerque
Hotel Zazz Hotel Albuquerque

Hotel Zazz Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1012 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GRETCHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a centrally located, clean stay with great staff and quirky atmosphere.....Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great throwback hotel on Route 66. Great little speakeasy bar that adds to the fun of this place. Would definitely stay again. Thanks Zazz crew!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved every minute of our stay here from the popsicles to the speakeasy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

MARIA DEL PILAR GOMEZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and extremely clean room!! The rooms are remodeled but they are super clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, the room was clean. Looking forward to my next stay here.
Wish I could've taken a complete lobby picture. I was so cool!
LOVED the giraffe on thr wall!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela and Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool spot!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yarmoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel and all the amenities. Staff were super friendly. The entire property was aesthetically pleasing. Definitely enjoyed the speakeasy. Popsicles in the hydration room were a pleasant surprise! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price to value - updated rooms, clean, and stylish. Great redo of classic old motor lodge property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is conveniently located in the knob Hill area and offers a fun vibe. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, staff on front desk and in speakeasy were great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funky and fun. Loved the speakeasy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location super cute place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real gem! Wonderful fun property in a very walkable neighborhood with great restaurants near by and a TOP NOTCH staff in the lounge.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun and funky hotel. The lounge was wonderful. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elvia Deirdre Banales

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Zazz is a wonderful gem. It is decorated with bright, creative local art works-even the soap bars are locally curated! The room was very clean and staff kept it well stocked. The Speakeasy bar was a hit! Loved the energy and the location—I highly recommend Hotel Zazz!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming funky lil gem. Will definitely be back next time we come to town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with all amenities and the secret cocktail bar was a delight
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here to visit my son at UNM.. very close to campus.. and right on the old Route 66! Very quirky vibe that fits the area! Clean pool, speak easy and great staff! A gem altogether!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect, i never went for breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greay staff and great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite bathroom needing more attention to cleaning and minor cosmetic maintenance issues hotel staff was beyond helpful and friendly. Comfortable bed with plush soft bedding. Would recommend! Also, Great hidden bar at the hotel lobby and great pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly , creative place. Nice touches w handmade soup, a free drink at the speak easy and helpful staff. Great location in Nob Hill for exploring on foot.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026