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Desert Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Albuquerque

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Exterior
Reception
Coffee service
Laundry room

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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13317 Central Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87123
  • ABQ Uptown
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tingley Coliseum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kirtland Air Force Base
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 350 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 325 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

City center stay.Your stay at this Northeast Heights motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cibola National Forest and Sandia Foothills Open Space. Hinkle Family Fun Center and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • ABQ Uptown - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Tingley Coliseum - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Expo New Mexico - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 13 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maverik - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Desert Sands Inn & Suites

Motel perfectly located for exploring Albuquerque
As a guest of Desert Sands Inn & Suites, you'll find barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Desert Sands Inn & Suites also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and RV/bus/truck parking. Self parking is free.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Desert Sands Inn & Suites offers 67 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 23 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 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
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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Quality Albuquerque
Quality Inn
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel
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Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

How close is Desert Sands Inn & Suites to the airport?

Desert Sands Inn & Suites is 9.2 mi (16-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 Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Sands Inn & Suites on Sep 11, 2025 start from $52.49, 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 Desert Sands Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Desert Sands Inn & Suites.

Does Desert Sands Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Desert Sands Inn & Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but The Downs Racetrack and Casino (9-min drive) and Sandia Casino (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Early check-in costs USD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Desert Sands Inn & Suites have a pool?

Desert Sands Inn & Suites does not have a pool.

Does Desert Sands Inn & Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Desert Sands Inn & Suites to downtown Albuquerque?

Desert Sands Inn & Suites is 8.3 mi away from Albuquerque.