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El Vado Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near Albuquerque Convention Center, connected to a shopping center in Albuquerque

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Seasonal 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
Property grounds
Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
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

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

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

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, connected to a shopping center in Albuquerque
There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 3 meeting rooms available. 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
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite 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 showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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
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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Vado Motel to the airport?

El Vado Motel is 8.7 mi (14-min drive) away from the Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on Jul 6, 2025 start from $174.9, 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.

Does El Vado Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Vado Motel.

Does El Vado Motel offer free breakfast?

El Vado Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Vado Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Route 66 Casino (11-min drive) and The Downs Racetrack and Casino (11-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at El Vado Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at El Vado Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

El Vado Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10 AM to 10 PM.

Does El Vado Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 7 restaurants on site.

Does El Vado Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Vado Motel to downtown Albuquerque?

El Vado Motel is 2 mi away from Albuquerque.

El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 533 out of 801 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 801 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 801 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 801 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 801 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 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay...A well preserved slice of history updated for modern travel uet keeping its historic charm.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

A Gem on the Mother Road

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

8/10 Good

Teri

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is very unique and beautifully restored. They have food pods and boutique shops on site that were not open while I was there but I love the concept, there is a small taproom that was open and I did buy a couple of canned hard ciders. My room was beautiful, clean as a whistle, the bed and linens were super comfortable. The bathroom was tiny and the shampoo and conditioner dispensers were clogged up so none would dispense and the body wash took about a dozen or so pumps to get an adequate amount so I recommend to bring your own. Also, the toilet is super low, like training potty low, and since I’d injured my knee hiking made using the restroom was tough. While the room is beautiful and comfortable, getting some sleep was another story. During my 1 night stay (March 3) I was awakened just before 11 pm by loud noises outside which sounded like a generator and pressure washer and other loud equipment. I thought at first it was street cleaners right next to the room or something but it just went on and on. I tried going back to sleep but by midnight it was going so I went outside to find that a crew was on the roof above the food pod area across from my room (which is pretty close) doing some kind of work. I eventually fell asleep around 1 am and they were still going. Why schedule maintenance in the middle of the night like that?? And then I was awakened again early in the morning (5/6 ish?) by someone walking on the roof of my room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable place with great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible parking No matter where you stay it awful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Denise, Oro Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here several times and always a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Damon

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Touree

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

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.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

garrett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site bar.

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute motel. Great courtyard with excellent food & brewery. The only issue is that our tv didn’t work and there were no instructions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

april, aztec

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk checkin. The property was quiet and feels safe. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. We’ve stayed here previously and will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arko

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, and convenient. No surprises and an awesome spot in ABQ
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely renovated historic property close to old town. Quiet area that is variable in states of renovation. Tap room small and cozy with live music on weekend. Relatively empty the weekend we were there in January. Small room but very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025