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El Vado Motel

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

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Property grounds
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is P8,891
P10,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17

Room options

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

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 near Albuquerque Convention Center
At El Vado Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the pool, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at El Vado Motel offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

El Vado Motel Albuquerque
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El Vado Motel Motel
El Vado Motel Albuquerque
El Vado Motel Motel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at El Vado Motel?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on Jul 16, 2025 start from P 8,891.46, excluding 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 El Vado Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Vado Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Vado Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Vado Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Vado Motel located?

Located in West Park, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of ABQ BioPark Aquarium and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Turquoise Museum and Albuquerque Biological Park are also within 10 minutes.

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El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 806 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 806 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 806 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 806 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 806 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

10/10

I really liked El Vado’s contemporary design. We stayed in the Delahaye (sic) suite which was the perfect size for my family of 4. I also loved the location which is closed to Old Town, Sawmill Market and the NM Museum of Natural History I will definitely stay again the next time I’m in ABQ!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Really lively spot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Jesica at the front desk, checked us in and made us feel right at home. If not management, she should be, she was that good. The property had a Taproom next to check-in and a pool and lounge area just outside. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Great history and location. Helpful staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We stayed in the Desoto suite and it had the most comfortable bed. Best nights sleep we’ve had 11 nights into our road trip on Route 66.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very unique motel with nice courtyard area. Spacious room. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

I have stayed here several times and always a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

The property is very nice and cute, lots of things to do around the area. That being said, the main reason why we chose this place was because of the pool. Came to find out the pool is going to be under maintenance for a week, no notice about the conditions of our stay. The hotel sent us to its sister property which is very close but still had to move out of the hotel to enjoy pool time. I think for the cost guests should be noticed in advance what amenities are available, specially in summertime.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

Great comfy beds! Super location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Had a nice time, there was some bad weather at first but a nice 3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

A comfortable place with great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Wonderfully restored old motel. Walking distance to old town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

A beautifully restored Route 66 motel that’s very close to Old Town Albuquerque.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

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

8/10

Very close to old plaza and just across from Botanical Gardens and aquarium. Pizza, Thai and burger virtually on the property. Parking is free but you must park little farther (leaving spots for the retail businesses there). Lots of dining option. BTW, there is not much to see in ABQ...and the old plaza is not nearly as good and big as Santa Fe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

This was
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

This is a beautiful restoration of an old Route 66 motel, listed on a register of historic places. Comfortable, elegant and simple all at once, with great craft beers in the lobby bar and detailed story of the evolution of the place from a drive-in motel to a chic overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

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

8/10

Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025