Secure your reservation on our site
Up to 10% less
than Booking.com
Check rooms and rates
From137US$ /night
Check-in
16Nov2025Select date
Check-out
17Nov2025Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
Key details

Hotel overview and key features

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.

View all

Choose your ideal room style

Choose from family rooms, suites, flexible cancellation & more
Studio Disability Access
2 persons
271 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
King Room
2 persons
231 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
351 m² 
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Queen Room Two Queen Beds
2 persons
369 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Click button to see more rooms
Show all rooms
Show all roomsLess

Prices and Availability

Check availability and prices for your travel dates right now!

Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre
Albuquerque 2.7 km
Airports
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) 18.5 km
Santa Fe Municipal (SAF) 92.6 km

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free 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
Show more

Location info

2500 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, NM 87104
Map view
2500 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, NM 87104
Nearby
Aquarium
ABQ BioPark Aquarium
580 m
2601 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque Biological Park
580 m
Park
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
580 m
2601 Central Ave NW
Albuquerque Bio-Park Bugarium
580 m
Park
West Old Town Park
580 m
Restaurants
Lam's Chinese Restaurant
480 m
2124 Central Ave SW
Subway
460 m
2129 Central Ave NW
Central Grill and Coffee House
640 m
2056 Central Ave SW
Q Chocolate
690 m
111 Romero St NW
YAY Yogurt
770 m
205 Romero St NW
Steve's Ice Cream & Java
850 m
323 Romero St NW Ste 16
Cheese & Coffee
850 m
119 San Pasquale Ave SW Intersection Menaul Blvd.
Blackbird Coffee House
900 m
206 San Felipe St NW Suite 8
Gobble This
930 m
308 San Felipe St NW
Looking for early discounts?
Get airport hotel deals before everyone else
Check Rates

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.
Check-in
16Nov2025Select date
Check-out
17Nov2025Select date
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room