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Desert Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Coffee service
Laundry room

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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13317 Central Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87123
  • Place, Icon Cinema 4 Hills
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Beverly Mountain Guides
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Hills Country Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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About the area

Albuquerque

Desert Sands Inn & Suites places you in the heart of Albuquerque, within a 20-minute walk of Beverly Mountain Guides and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Sandia Foothills Open Space. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Northeast Heights motel include ABQ Uptown and University of New Mexico Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Icon Cinema 4 Hills - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beverly Mountain Guides - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sandia Foothills Open Space - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Four Hills Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Canyon Club Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Desert Sands Inn & Suites

As a guest of Desert Sands Inn & Suites, you'll find barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Desert Sands Inn & Suites also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Self parking is free.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Desert Sands Inn & Suites offers 67 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (122 centimetre wide)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 23 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Albuquerque
Quality Albuquerque
Quality Inn
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Albuquerque
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

Yep, Desert Sands Inn & Suites has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Sands Inn & Suites on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$129, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

No, Desert Sands Inn & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

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

Desert Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 511 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing front desk staff! Very kind and helpful! ☺️ clean rooms and clean bedding a good place to lay your head for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was great and the room was ok, a bit worn but fairly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Guy

Staff were friendly and the room was clean. Nice little
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled like someone just had smoked before we got there. They should also be careful with who they rent their rooms to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable, lady at the front office was great. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean. Parking was easy and secure. The location was great for on and off the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was spotless and the staff were welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean.....close to highway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel were exceptionally clean! The staff were helpful and kind. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room. Not completely updated but ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front clerks were very helpful and nice. Motel was clean and very secure. Love the dog potty area. It was clean and fenced in. I will definitely stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff and great room by the interstate. Wasn’t too far from the Balloon Fiesta,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Chris

It was great for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our family rented three rooms. The rooms were clean, the staff were very helpful, the location was amazing, and plenty of food selections around to accommodate everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nina J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice large room, clean, has a very large refrigerator and a has a microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Mikel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed sping was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Joesph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place to stay. Quiet, clean and very nice people. Rates were good. Definitely the place to stay if you want to hop right back onto I 40. Gas and food all right there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was a nice quick stop but would like an area for pets.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle Kit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed an inexpensive place to stay in ABQ and found this gem. It's right off the interstate; easy to find. If you need a no frills, place to sleep, this us it. Beds were comfy, separate tub/toilet room from sink area which makes it easy for 2 ppl to get ready. Large tv (larger than some more expensive hotels have), microwave, a large mini fridge. Room was clean. Gal at front desk at check-in was helping someone else so mgr/owner came out of office to help. Both were pleasant. Hotel offered coffee in It's lobby, no breakfast. Not ahuge deal, we just went elsewhere to eat. There is a McDonald's next door and a Starbucks and Smith's grocery store kitty corner from hotel. Lots of other food options nearby. If you want a clean place to stay while in ABQ, I'd highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is clean, well maintained, and very close to the ocean. There are many dining options within walking distance. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

It was extremely excellent

It was very good we really appreciate and enjoyed the visit on staying in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025