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The Imperial

2.5 star property
Motel near University of New Mexico in Albuquerque

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Seasonal outdoor pool
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102
  • Place, Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, University of New Mexico
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

Heart of Albuquerque.You'll be steps from Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center and within a 10-minute walk of Fresenius Medical Care at Heart Hospital Of New Mexico with a stay at this Huning Highland Historic District motel. Sunshine Theater and The Box Performance Space and Improv Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪JC's New York Pizza Department - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

Motel near University of New Mexico in Albuquerque
There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Imperial also features a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Imperial offers 56 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 15 to April 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close October 01.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Imperial to the airport?

The Imperial is 4.2 mi (9-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 The Imperial ?

As of Apr 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial on Apr 15, 2026 start from $139, 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 The Imperial have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Imperial .

Does The Imperial offer free breakfast?

The Imperial does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Imperial ?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Downs Racetrack and Casino (9-min drive) and Sandia Casino (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Imperial ?

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

Is there free parking at The Imperial ?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Imperial have a pool?

The Imperial features a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 to April 30.

Does The Imperial have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does The Imperial have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Imperial to downtown Albuquerque?

The Imperial is 0.3 mi away from Albuquerque.

The Imperial Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 392 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Very very clean property and grounds. Very cool retro hotel. Restaurants on site were also great and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Peter, CHICAGO

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

David, Minneapolis

It was in transition to chage names.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The entire property is a treat. I wish there was a microwave in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Yulissa, Tecate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great service for the price since is a downtown area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
night manager was good. Initial room had hair and pubic hair all over bed. moved to diferent room--pillowcase had blood, other pillowcase had shoe print on it. phone line from room to front office was off-line, includign cell to front office. night manager said she's contact management about it, and get back to us--never heard back. would actually appreciate refund. bad experience in middle of night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
5 star customer service and super cute room. We will definitely be back. Great concept with local food businesses on site. Also great location off 25 and in EDo!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The folks at the front desk were awesome. A problem with the tv was quickly solved by the maintenance gentleman who was professional and knowledgeable. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yasmani did a wonderful job preparing our room for us and I had great interactions with Noah the evening night clerk and morning clerk that made us a lovely latte and matcha. I can’t remember her name but she was stellar, very helpful.Very cute merchandise and all of the spaces were clean. I clean for a living. Great location for activities around the town, we experienced the chile drop about 10 minutes away. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room! Updated! Comfy beds!!!! Quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
it was average, staff was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngoc Minh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful motel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beckie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super sweet night auditor checked us in and made us cocoa later. Room was clean and we loved the retro touches. Loved the restaurants right next door. Just loved every.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Attractive, clean - all good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Santa Rosa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t use the bar. Parking was tight but fine. The Imperial is 1 of our favorite places to stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Curtains, if you want to call them that are shear. You can see right
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025