Hotel Zazz

3.5 star property
3.5-star spa hotel near University of New Mexico

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Banana Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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3711 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108
  • Place, University of New Mexico
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of New Mexico Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirtland Air Force Base
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Studio King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Copper King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Banana Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

Nob Hill stay.Your stay at this Nob Hill hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of New Mexico and Popejoy Hall. University of New Mexico Hospital and Tingley Coliseum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of New Mexico - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Tingley Coliseum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmacy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Bear Cafe Nob Hill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ihatov - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Central Bodega - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tractor Brewery Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zazz

3.5-star spa hotel near University of New Mexico
Hotel Zazz offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 100 square feet (9 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and karaoke are also featured at Hotel Zazz. You'll have access to the outdoor pool and health club at a partner property. An area shuttle within 17 miles is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Hotel Zazz was completed in October 2022.

This 3.5-star Albuquerque hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 100 sq ft of conference space
  • 9 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1958
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Zazz offers 48 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Monets Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 17 mi
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Karaoke
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

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
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Streaming fitness classes
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 11.56 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Zazz Hotel
University Lodge
Hotel Zazz Albuquerque
Hotel Zazz Hotel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Zazz to the airport?

Hotel Zazz is 3.7 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 Hotel Zazz?

As of Nov 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zazz on Dec 1, 2025 start from $95.2, 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 Hotel Zazz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Zazz.

Does Hotel Zazz offer free breakfast?

Hotel Zazz does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Zazz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but The Downs Racetrack and Casino (5-min drive) and Sandia Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zazz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Zazz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 12.00 per night.

Does Hotel Zazz have a pool?

Hotel Zazz features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Zazz have a restaurant?

Hotel Zazz is home to Speakeasy, which features happy hour and light fare.

Does Hotel Zazz have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Monets Spa, where you can enjoy hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and body treatments.

How close is Hotel Zazz to downtown Albuquerque?

Hotel Zazz is 2.4 mi away from Albuquerque.

Reviews

Hotel Zazz Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 861 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 861 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 861 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 861 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 861 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NATALIE, The Woodlands

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large homeless population around the hotel. The hotel it’s self was nice and well cared for but the area is not safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ramal

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Disliked: Room comfort

Not my vibe.

I cannot really give details because I didn't stay due to guest smoking right outside my room. This isn't my vibe, but could be fun for someone who likes it. Just not my style at all. I wouldn't recommend, but staff is professional and courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and super cute with the vibrant colors. I loved that they included a black wash towel for makeup users. Their shampoos smell amazing!!! Overall my husband and I enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

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

Great Place to Stay

Comfortable bed, clean, modern room, fun, colorful, and zany decor, cool AC. Quiet, also, even though the hotel was full. Coffee in the room, nice robes that feel cozy. The “Hydration Room” has ready made bags of ice for your room as well as a water refill station. Everything was contactless, accessed by various codes. Parking seemed secure but was an extra $12. Didn’t use the pool, but it looked nice. It was great to go to the speakeasy for a late cocktail. Breakfast with a mimosa right across the street at The Farmacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Amazing

This hotel is incredible and a must stay! The staff ALL of the staff were kind and very friendly. The vibe, the decor, the rooms everything was perfect. Cute, clean, quirky.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay ZAZZ
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Mervi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love funky colors and art! Staff was very friendly!! I don’t know about this vip perk thing Expedia talked about but I think it was even better than staff was super friendly and made us welcome. Will stay here again definitely. Pool was deep and warm but not too warm. Bus to UNM/train/old town right outside hotel. Area outside was full of restaurants with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

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

Do not stay here!

Zazz Hotel - Not Worth the Hype or the Hassle If you’re considering booking at Zazz, think twice. They do not allow cancellations under any circumstance, which is frustrating if you end up regretting your choice (as I did). The property is extremely rundown—it shouldn’t even be listed as a hotel. The carpet was filthy, and the entire place felt neglected. On top of that, they charge $12.50 plus tax for parking, and if you don’t pay, you’re forced to park on the street—which felt completely unsafe. Customer service was mixed. A woman of color at the front desk was incredibly rude and unwelcoming—hard to miss her with her COVID mask pulled up to her eyeballs. On the other hand, a polite young man (also a person of color) wearing a gold chain was the only bright spot in an otherwise disappointing experience. I’m leaving out a lot, but please read the one-star reviews on Yelp—they’re accurate. I survived, but barely. Do yourself a favor: pay a little more and stay somewhere that’s actually clean and treats guests with basic courtesy.
What is the baggy & clip?
Rundown - this is a cheap motel!
Filthy rug
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamea

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

Great Hotel!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I enjoyed my stay at Hotel Zazz. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. I initially booked to stay two nights but extended for another night. The rooms were all colorful and uniquely decorated. Cute pool area and lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reina M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fun and unique
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie Alison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROD

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAIME

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025