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
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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

Room options

Double Queen

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

Banana Suite

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

Copper King

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

Studio King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 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
  • ‪Ihatov - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Central Bodega - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Bear Cafe Nob Hill - ‬5 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
  • 2 percent destination fee will be charged

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 Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zazz on Oct 19, 2025 start from $123.67, 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, body treatments, and aromatherapy.

How close is Hotel Zazz to downtown Albuquerque?

Hotel Zazz is 2.4 mi away from Albuquerque.

Hotel Zazz Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 825 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 825 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 825 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 825 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 825 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

SALLYANNE

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, decor, cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient location with easy public transit, friendly staff, and a chill pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super fun stay for Father’s Day! Loved the pool and live music!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marsha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Zazz is trying really hard. The fun extras - the popsicles, speakeasy bar, and cute decor are a fabulous touch. And the staff was fabulous. I hope it can remain a lower priced option. It was a good deal for the price point we paid (mid-week, no special events) but lacks a few things. The bathrooms weren’t quite as clean as I would’ve hoped and the beds weren’t super comfy and the pool Was a bit murky. That being said, it’s a fun experience. I hope they will continue to make improvements and keep their prices reasonable and in line with the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are nice and clean! Don’t like that the giraffe hides towels in bathroom cabinet! Lol jk! The stay was perfect! 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The property itself was fine, the texts we received as we approached the checkin date were helpful. It seemed like the door codes for the Rehydration Station and Pool Area changed daily, and that made it confusing and difficult to get water. Everyone speaks about customer service, but when they really need to provide some they seem to not quite understand the meaning. As we packed the car to leave in the dark at about 5 in the morning, we left a backpack behind. Yes our fault. When we realized it I called immediately. Yes the backpack was still sitting in the parking lot, and interestingly the girl at the front desk saw it on her way in and didn't think to bring it in. When I asked if it could be shipped back to me at my expense, I was told she had to check and she would call me back. That didn't happen so I called back. She told me that she had spoken to her Boss and the only way they would ship it back was if I provided the box and a label. Really, you didn't have a box lying around? So here I am, hundreds of miles away at this point. Customer Service would have been if you helped me out and shipped the backpack, AT MY EXPENSE. We won't be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the pool area... great summer vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlene, Napa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clearly a very old motel they tried to "cutesy" up. But still looked very old -- especially in and around the shower. Staff uninformed about taxis and directions. One knew nothing about the former and couldn't arrange one -- so I did it myself. The other sent me the wrong direction. Noise control a real issue when they were busier. Last night I was there, I had a very early morning, and movies and noise outside lasted to almost midnight. Then young people sat on my curb making lots of noise - noone in office to call about it, so I went out and asked them to be quiet. Then about 3 a.m. banging and much noise from the room above me. (And I am a very heavy sleeper - rarely hear anything.) Rooms just not adequately soundproofed. Air conditioning worked but very noisy too. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really looking forward to this hotel. The hotel itself was super cute and I love the business model. I left a little disappointed though because of a few things. One was when we checked in, we were given a room, but when we went to drop off our bags, the room already had people in it. A little unnerving, cause we walked in before we saw someone else's luggage. We got a new room, but the art wasn't as cool as that first room. The Popsicle happy hour was a bust. Got there shortly after it started and none where there. That wasn't a big deal but a little disappointing. Lastly the speakeasy left me feeling uneasy. The lobby was locked during business hours without instructions to get into the speakeasy. This lead to misunderstanding with the bartender who got a little mean. This too got resolved and amends were made, but being the bystander to this (not the person who had the confrontation) it just made me sad. I think if it would have just been one of these things, I would have been happier, but all three together was a little much. I would say the rooms are clean, and the bed is super comfy. I think I would definitely give the hotel another chance. Maybe it was just a really off day for them. It is super cute and I love women owned small business.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Different then your average hotel in a good way Comfy bed and clean room Costumer service was excellent too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Expect to park on the street, limited on site spaces. Staff was super and the vibe is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bob

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t even check in because they didn’t have the correct room, couldn’t park on property, and got no help at the front desk with all this. I was just told it was Hotel.com’s fault.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Chuck

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeannean

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was cozy, but the floor hadn’t been swept or mopped in a while, and the carpet was a bit dusty. There were also some particles and hair all over the place. Under the bathroom door, since it’s low to the ground, it caught a lot of dirt and debris. There was even a hairball and other stuff under it! The pool was also murky and didn’t look clean. I was a bit disappointed because I spent almost $400 for two nights. I think it could be a great place if the cleaning was better. It had a really cool background story, and I hope they can improve the cleanliness part. I’d definitely be back if they do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Creative vibe - picture opportunity at every corner and the golden banana entry is one of the coolest hidden treasures of our experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

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

10/10 Excellent

ROLAND

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute and funky. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a trendy property with a unique vision, but we were very disappointed with the lack of communication for basic needs (rooms are not cleaned daily, parking is impossible after 8pm because of the bar, yet we pay $12 a night, etc…) We stayed 5 days and our room was cleaned ONCE. I was told I was texted this information, yet their wifi lacks reliability. Be aware that you are strictly rationed 1.5 towels per person, and exactly one teabag, one coffee pod and one creamer per person. I really wanted to love this experience and the emphasis on supporting local artists, but it’s clear management is cutting corners to save money and their staff is doing their best to manage the rules. Putting responsibility on paying customers is modern, but it’s just being cheap and that sadly ruins the experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Common Defense

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025