The Imperial

2.5 star property
Motel with 3 restaurants, near University of New Mexico

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Restaurant
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June

Explore the area

Map
701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102
  • Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of New Mexico
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Albuquerque

At The Imperial you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like University of New Mexico and Albuquerque Convention Center. Highlights at this motel include 3 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a banquet hall. Added amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Huning Highland Historic District motel include ABQ BioPark Zoo and ABQ Uptown.

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪JC's New York Pizza Dept - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

Motel with 3 restaurants, near University of New Mexico
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Imperial also features a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Imperial offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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; cash is not accepted
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 31 May and close on 01 October.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Imperial ?

The Imperial offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial ?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial on 12 June 2025 start from AU$236.83, 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 The Imperial ?

Yep, The Imperial has a free self car park.

Does The Imperial have a pool?

The Imperial has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May 31 to October 01.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Imperial ?

No, The Imperial does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Imperial ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Imperial ?

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

Are pets allowed at The Imperial ?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Imperial Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 169 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura, rockton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An honest review- room was very clean. Check in and out was easy. There are a few restaurants within walking distance. Nice bed (soft mattress) and pillows. Quite a bit of traffic noise all night long, something to keep in mind if you're a light sleeper, but overall a very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a fun and quirky motel. Colorful, updated, clean, and convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tymothy Mulcahey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Fantastic!

This motel was fantastic. I’m always leary of “motels” and usually bypass them, but this one was very clean, well lit, and the staff was amazing. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
AC unit so noisy had to leave and stay somewhere else. Could not sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

joyce

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disturbances during the night, yelling, fighting. Seemed unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty rooms and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Perfect

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute and super clean motel. Would definitely stay here again. Best deal in Albuquerque!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

10/10 Excellent

Trudi

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

Fun retro place with great staff

Super cute hotel with the retro vibe. Very comfortable bed. And the staff at the front desk/coffee shop were super friendly, very cheerful, and very helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super friendly and knowledgeable. Motel is comfortable and clean. Definitely recommend for a non chain experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay, cornelius

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything in the room is upgraded, I like it. Except install some handrails for the elderly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fun retro motel. Staff was very friendly with a great suggestion for a walk nearby (the Bosque trail). The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed for 2 nights … would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nicely renovated. A/C Heat was a bit noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Dog friendly

Redone in 1950’s style which is very attractive. Dog friendly with no fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024