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Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque

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Free buffet breakfast
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Room amenity
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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5401 Alameda Blvd Ne, Albuquerque, NM, 87113
  • Place, Balloon Fiesta Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Phoenix
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm & Mobil, Accessible Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25 stay.Your stay at this Balloon Fiesta Park - North I-25 hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Balloon Fiesta Park and Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. University of Phoenix and North Domingo Baca Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gruet Winery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Balloon Fiesta Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Phoenix - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • North Domingo Baca Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 16 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Can Alley ABQ - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Reforma - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boxing Bear Brewing Co - Firestone Taproom and Brewery - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG

Hotel near Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque
Public spaces have free WiFi. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 603 square feet (56 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, multilingual staff, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG.

This Albuquerque hotel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 603 sq ft of conference space
  • 56 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG offers 62 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Albuquerque hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 50.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG is 12.2 mi (17-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 Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG on Apr 5, 2026 start from $132, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Sandia Casino (4-min drive) and Santa Ana Star Casino (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG to downtown Albuquerque?

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG is 7.8 mi away from Albuquerque.

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 957 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOAN, ENGLEWOOD

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were so helpful getting us a first floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Josue

Place was dirty man. I found a dead roach in the bathroom too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

4/10 Poor

Irahmay, Elephant Butte

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too noisy. Can hear people walking down the hall and upstairs at night
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satya Kumar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby T.

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

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived 40 minutes early and they would not let me check in because I was not a member. The room was ready but they refused to check me in so I had to wait 40 minutes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra A.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, staff was friendly and the location was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelita

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
To much noise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness
When we arrived to our hotel room, we were stocking up refrigerator and found leftover food and beer. The room was a bit messy. Still the floors were dirty and had an odd smell. I let the front desk know that night they took the beer and didn’t acknowledge anything else.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

vertina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, good location, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room is ok, but found beer in the fridge. Leftover food as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great nice service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby T.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lacey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bugs in bathroom, staff mixed up rooms and gave another guest a key to my room, a different staff member checked me out (they were taking a personal call) instead of reactiving my demagnitized key.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good all around stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
NA
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025