EL VADO MOTEL | Airport hotel in Albuquerque | From 137$/Night

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2500 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, NM 87104

El Vado Motel, a 2-star hotel rated 8.4/10 on Booking.com, is located in Old Town, Albuquerque, offering fun for the entire family. The hotel is 1 miles from the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and within walking distance of the historic Old Town Plaza. Nearby attractions include ABQ BioPark Aquarium (0.5 miles), Albuquerque Old Town (0.5 miles), and quirky museums (0.5 miles). The Monterey Motel, a sister property, is uniquely situated in the heart of Albuquerque's Old Town on historic Route 66.

Comfortable Accommodations

Air-conditioned rooms at El Vado Motel feature a desk, coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom with shower. The Double Queen Room includes Paya Organics bath products, a blow dryer, and a 1-cup coffee maker. All suites have separate living areas, free WiFi, and a secretary desk with task chair.

Diverse Dining Choices

Seven unique onsite eateries include Buen Provecho, Happy Chickenzz, and El Vado Taproom. A Heavenly Taste Cakery, voted Top 5 Best Of The City Bakery for three years, offers desserts and sweet treats. The menu at Happy Chickenzz features global flavors from Laos to the Caribbean.

Vibrant Outdoor Spaces

The El Vado Plaza showcases a water feature, regional artisans, and live entertainment. Over 500 light displays dazzle guests at New Mexico's largest walk-through holiday production. Guests can enjoy hiking, cycling, and the seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

Versatile Event Spaces

The Event Center offers three combinable rooms with built-in audio/visual technology. The logia opens onto an outdoor event patio with an indoor/outdoor fireplace. The center also acts as an art gallery featuring local artists.

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Studio Disability Access

Max:

3 persons

2920 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

2490 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Suite

Max:

4 persons

3780 sq. feet

Garden view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Albuquerque 1.7 mi

Airports

Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) 11.5 mi

Santa Fe Municipal (SAF) 57.6 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Golf course

Services

Tours/Ticket assistance
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location info

2500 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, NM 87104

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2500 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, NM 87104

City landmarks

Museum

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

4000 ft

Museum

Explora

1.2 mi

Mall

Albuquerque Old Town

4000 ft

Museum

American International Rattlesnake Museum

4000 ft

202 San Felipe St NW

Quirky museums

4000 ft

Museum

Albuquerque Museum

4000 ft

Zoo

ABQ BioPark

1.4 mi

Rio Grande Blvd. Rio Grande Blvd. & Mountain Road

Don Francisco Cuervo y Valdes monument

2500 ft

Church

San Felipe de Neri Church

4000 ft

Museum

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

1.5 mi

106 Romero St NW

Romero St Gallery

2000 ft

Gallery

Albuquerque Photographer's Gallery

2100 ft

Gallery

Amapola Gallery

2100 ft

200 North Plaza Street Northwest

Old Town Plaza

4000 ft

Gallery

Santisima

2600 ft

1919 Old Town Rd NW Suite 2

Genuine Southwest Art & Gifts

2700 ft

Church

Capilla De Nuestra Senora De Guadalupe

2800 ft

Park

Tiguex Park

4000 ft

Gallery

Artechouse

3700 ft

Historic Site

Old Town

2400 ft

Paseo del Bosque Trail

Tingley Beach

3000 ft

Night club

QBar Lounge

3200 ft

Farm

Old Town Farm & Bike In Coffee

3200 ft

2601 Central Ave NW

Sasebo Japanese Garden at ABQ Biopark

2200 ft

Nearby

Aquarium

ABQ BioPark Aquarium

2000 ft

2601 Central Ave NW

Albuquerque Biological Park

2000 ft

Park

ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

2000 ft

2601 Central Ave NW

Albuquerque Bio-Park Bugarium

2000 ft

Park

West Old Town Park

2000 ft

Restaurants

Lam's Chinese Restaurant

1600 ft

2124 Central Ave SW

Subway

1600 ft

2129 Central Ave NW

Central Grill and Coffee House

2100 ft

2056 Central Ave SW

Q Chocolate

2300 ft

111 Romero St NW

YAY Yogurt

2600 ft

205 Romero St NW

Steve's Ice Cream & Java

2800 ft

323 Romero St NW Ste 16

Cheese & Coffee

2800 ft

119 San Pasquale Ave SW Intersection Menaul Blvd.

Blackbird Coffee House

3000 ft

206 San Felipe St NW Suite 8

Gobble This

3100 ft

308 San Felipe St NW

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

82%

enjoyed their visit and would return

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.3

Patricia

United States, November 2023

8.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel. The location is fantastic, surrounded by independent shops and just a short walk from the charming old town. The rooms were cozy and well-equipped, making for a comfortable stay. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff and excellent tours and ticket assistance. The dining experience was delightful, especially the freshly prepared eggs for breakfast. However, the pricing was a bit on the higher side, impacting the overall value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and well-equipped.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with attentive staff and excellent tours and ticket assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, surrounded by independent shops and just a short walk from the charming old town.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially the freshly prepared eggs for breakfast.

Facilities

The hotel offered great facilities, enhancing the overall experience.

Amanda

United States, September 2023

8.2/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, the staff was super friendly, and the location was perfect with independent shops within walking distance of the old town. However, the dining experience was a bit lacking, and the onsite dining options were limited. Overall, it was a great value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and clean.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional with helpful tours and ticket assistance.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was superb, surrounded by independent shops within walking distance of the old town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a bit limited, but the croissants were delicious.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and offered a happy hour.

Dick

United States, June 2023

8.8/10

I was thrilled with this hotel! It's right next to independent shops, within walking distance of the old town. The rooms were cozy and clean, and the staff was so welcoming. However, the dining options were a bit limited. The hotel is perfectly located next to independent shops and the old town, making it super convenient. The price was worth it for the experience overall.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were really comfy with spacious beds.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, and they even helped us with tours and tickets.

Location

10.0

The hotel is situated by independent shops, making it a great spot to explore. It's also within walking distance of the charming old town.

Dining

7.0

The fish and chips at the hotel were delicious, but I wish there were more dining options available.