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El Vado Motel

2.5 star property
Motel connected to a shopping centre in Albuquerque with 7 restaurants

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Old Town Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Bathrobes
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Albuquerque

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 University of New Mexico.
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What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Compadres Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blake's Lotaburger - ‬15 min walk

About this property

El Vado Motel

Motel connected to a shopping centre in Albuquerque with 7 restaurants
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 1190 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
  • 1190 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 iPod docking stations and MP3 docking stations. This Albuquerque motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. 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.

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
  • Limited on-site 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

  • Free 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

  • 1,190 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 business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 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

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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 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on 18 Aug 2025 start from NZ$300.29, 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 821 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 821 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 821 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 821 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 821 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

graham

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great history and location. Helpful staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and historic. Thick quiet walls. Nice room details. Free drink included w room. Room and bathroom quite small, and pool was closed. Parking isn’t obvious, and there appears to be a single worker managing front desk and bar. Overall somewhat overpriced for the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Vado property is fun and functional with a comfortable bar area and multitasking bartender/front desk attendant, Jessica, nice outdoor area, and nicely remodeled rooms. George was helpful and gave great info. Housekeeping staff deserve an extra star as they were kind, thorough, and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

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

Good vibes!

I love the Googie style sign. It felt like stepping back in time with all of today's amenities. Our room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERICK

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

Fantastic stay.

Fantastic stay. Great value. Office was hard to find. They give you two keys. One electronic key to get into amenities and one normal key for room. I don’t know why they can’t go 100% electronic card. Rooms were hard to get into. Rooms were very upscale.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Route 66 redo done perfectly.

Very cute, vintage with a modern touch. If you love route 66 vintage you'll love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey, Richmond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with some small restaurants almost on-site. Parking can be limited at times but each time we had a need to park we could find a spot. There is also a small bar that is part of the Hotel that we got one free drink per night
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great comfy beds! Super location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice time, there was some bad weather at first but a nice 3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anne Catrine

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately the pool was closed, we had been looking forward to using it :-(
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Antonio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great spot. Sort of walkable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully restored old motel. Walking distance to old town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
El Vado was a great place to stay in Albuquerque, it had a fun Route 66 vibe. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, room was fun and kids loved the vibe. Room just needed a bit of deep cleaning. But if was fun for the family!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent renovated property with restaurants and shops within walking distance. Botanical Gardens, Zoo, and Old Town are all within walking distance. Rooms are extremely comfy with great mattresses and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025