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El Vado Motel

2.5 star property

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An outdoor area with a pathway, seating, and planters.
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area
Meeting facility
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

Explore the area

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2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Aquarium
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(90 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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You'll be connected to a shopping centre at El Vado Motel, and within a short 5-minute stroll of ABQ BioPark Aquarium and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Highlights at this motel include 7 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this West Park motel include Albuquerque Convention Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albuquerque Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Compadres Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Little Anita's New Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Blake's Lotaburger - ‬14 min walk

About this property

El Vado Motel

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 1195 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.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 7 dining venues
  • 1195 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq. m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
El Vado Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. This Albuquerque motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. 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.

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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 self 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

  • 1,195 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 October to 30 April:
  • Swimming pool

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

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Vado Motel?

El Vado Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Vado Motel?

As of 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on 7 July 2026 start from AU$227, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Vado Motel?

Yep, El Vado Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! El Vado Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 31 to October 01).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Vado Motel?

No, El Vado Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Vado Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 7 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at El Vado Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Vado Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 995 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 995 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 995 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 995 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 995 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean rooms, cool spot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Banning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great rooms and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind, several amenities, safe, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect experience. I will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place as we did RT 66.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel clean, tidy modern rooms, decent bar and only a few minutes from Old town for good food and vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location is perfect, within walking distance to Old Town. The room is clean, bed is comfortable, and staff is very friendly and helpful. We enjoy the garden as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location at historic motel. All was great — free parking, outdoor space, check in and out process. Only recommendation — add hooks to bathroom and other available wall space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So cool how they renovated this old motel and made it totally updated while keeping the vintage appeal. Great location as well Highly recommend this property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No better place to stay. Very comfortable lacking pretence excelling in hospitality. I will return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Banning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Raenette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was wonderful, convenient location with restaurants and old town within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool place and free drink
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is nicely maintained. Kimberly checked us in and was very friendly. The room was clean and no issues with our stay. It would be nice to have a luggage cart as the parking is off to one side of the hotel and we had to make several trips. Walking trails nearby and very close to old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, easy check in. Clean & comfortable room. Great taproom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, beautiful room and outside area. Love the feel and adobe. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed, quiet, great treat when we figured out across from the river of lights.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Label the shower supplies. Also, keep the front curtain closed! Otherwise, great! Location can’t be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean property rooms are SUPER NICE!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff stood on their heads to make sure our room was perfect. We had a clean, funky room complete with a fireplace. They even delivered (complimentary) wood! The tequila bar was lively and inviting. There was music one evening. They even have a food truck with really delicious food for breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is such a gem of a motel. Showed up on Christmas and everything was closed (predictably) but still grabbed a drink at the little tap room and loved the layout and decor. Passing back through on New Year's Eve and very much looking forward to it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and the bed was super comfortable. Loved the decor
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025