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El Vado Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, connected to a shopping center, near ABQ BioPark Zoo

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
In the heart of West Park, El Vado Motel offers a warm welcome with 7 on-site restaurants and shopping at your doorstep. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind in the garden near a cozy fireplace. With high-speed WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff that guests rave about.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 7 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $157
$179 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

El Vado Motel

El Vado Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Albuquerque Convention Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit one of the 7 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The pool and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 7 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1190 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Vado Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Vado Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at El Vado Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at El Vado Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at El Vado Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Vado Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at El Vado Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Route 66 Casino (11-min drive) and The Downs Racetrack and Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at El Vado Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Vado Motel?

Yes, there are 7 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around El Vado Motel like?

El Vado Motel is a short 2-minute walk from ABQ BioPark Aquarium and 9 minutes' walk from Rio Grande. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.

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El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Bed
Parking
Old town
Location
Food
Store
Bar

What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, comfortable, and inviting, making it a wonderful place to relax. (20 reviews)
  • On-site dining options were excellent with a variety of choices and happy hour prices available. (15 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay...A well preserved slice of history updated for modern travel uet keeping its historic charm.
Phillip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

El Vado was a great place to stay in Albuquerque, it had a fun Route 66 vibe. Very clean and comfortable
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Gem on the Mother Road

A beautifully restored Route 66 motel that’s very close to Old Town Albuquerque.
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place
Carrie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Terrible parking No matter where you stay it awful
Brad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was just awesome, we had the suites and they were perfect, great location, ambiance, friendly staff and the real adobe motel experience.
Vincent, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super cute motel. Great courtyard with excellent food & brewery. The only issue is that our tv didn’t work and there were no instructions.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Sheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was perfect, will definitely stay again
Pam, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Little Room

We enjoyed our stay at El Vado. The bed was very comfortable and the shower had great pressure and was nice. The room is small. We were here for one night and it was perfect. We woulto return in the summer so we can enjoy the pool and outdoor amenities.
Lisa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Definitely not fancy, but clean and the service was good.
Shoshanna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay at revived historic motel. Very comfy beds.
Natalya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice staff and very clean rooms. Would definitely stay here again if we get the chance.
Jeremy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is so cute and exactly the old school Route 66 vibe we were hoping for. Comfy rooms that have recently been redecorated, and the whole property is well maintained and retains a wonderful vintage appeal. We loved the on-site bar and neighboring dining options and it was so conveniently located to everywhere we were going in Albuquerque. Staff was super sweet and the whole stay was a breeze. Will definitely stay here again!
Jessica, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Super cute little motel, with live music and restaurants open in the courtyard (you might want to check times). We enjoyed our stay.
Mellissa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Mixed bag

Room smelled moldy so we asked to be moved, they didn’t give a discount on the upgrade. Front desk person was prickly. The upgraded room was very nice, and Buen Provecho is an awesome restaurant. Probably won’t stay here again.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Classic motel that has been refurbished. Convenient to Rt 66 sites.
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place!
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Almost any amenity you could want in the immediate area! Great place!
Marjorie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One night in Albuquerque

What a gem! So glad we chose this unique motel. Comfy and cozy!
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying here! Overall a great experience, absolutely no complaints!
Mia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great ambience and comfy bed.
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Motel

We stayed at the hotel for 10 nights on our vacation and the motel was amazing. It was hard to believe that it was built in the 1930's. Staff were very friendly. Rooms are well furnished and stocked. and in a great location. Only have two negatives about our stay. The first one is is that the walls could use a wipe and had some paint chipping off them. The second was one of their cleaning staff choose not to clean our room one day. However, we believe that the manager was aware of the problem as the next day there was a new house cleaner and our room was cleaned from top to bottom. We would definitely stay her again.
Peggy, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice motel with some history, nicely restored and close to Old Town. Friendly staff!
Elvira, 2-night trip