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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 star property

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An outdoor patio area with seating, potted plants, and a pathway.
A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large wall mural, a 'Lobby' sign, and a pathway leading to the entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a patterned rug, artwork, and a fireplace.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $133
$115 nightly
$133 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3

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1015 Rio Grande Blvd Nw, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Place, Albuquerque Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi, Flat Screen Television, Activity Table, Coffee and Tea Maker

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi, Flat Screen Television, Work Desk

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a mounted artwork of a horse.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Accessible - 2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Mini Fridge, High Speed Internet Access, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only;Pet Friendly)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only;Pet Friendly)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

With a stay at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn in Albuquerque (West Old Town), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Albuquerque Museum and Old Town Plaza. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 4 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paxton's Taproom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO - Old Town Albuquerque - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn offers 173 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Albuquerque hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 173 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can get around on the complimentary shuttle, which operates within 1 mi.
Enjoy American cuisine at Wild Avocado, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Albuquerque? This hotel has 2497 square feet (232 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request), and a train station pick-up service is also provided at no charge.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6 AM and 10:00 AM.
Wild Avocado - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Avocado

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,497 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48.28 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Rio Grande
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Albuquerque
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Albuquerque
Best Western Rio Grande
Best Western Rio Grande Inn
Rio Grande Best Western
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Hotel Albuquerque
Best Western Albuquerque
Albuquerque Best Western
Best Plus Grande Albuquerque
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Hotel
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Albuquerque
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Hotel Albuquerque

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 662 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was great and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, dog friendly, kind & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great and was stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised by this hotel. Older hotel but nice room and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and big, comfy beds and pillows, staff at from desk and in the restaurant for breakfast were super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at check-in and the room was clean, cold and quiet. Nice restaurant and bar area as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, nice restaurant with varried menu and good food, great location . Blocks away from old town plaza
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, close to food and the staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff, restaurant was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RANDALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room & staff Nice restaurant as well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and convenient location. We loved the proximity to Old Town area. Very clean room. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The room was so clean and had places to sit besides the bed. The staff was very kind and helpful. The breakfast was delicious! It is a great location to get anywhere in Albuquerque. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very pleasant, breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in; room was nice and clean; happy to have a restaurant and bar/grill attached to hotel. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk is very helpful. Location is great ( near old town). Super clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short but the staff was amazing! The room was extremely clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were amazingly nice. And the attached restaurant, the Wild Avocado, had great food and the friendliest staff. We will return!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 3rd stay- really enjoy staying at the Rio Grande. The room is comfortable-- our little Yorkie who travels with us loves the outdoor area. Staff are so friendly, and breakfast delicious. What more could you want?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with easy access from the interstate. Rooms were nice and the staff was friendly and helpful. Pet area need some work...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room with AC and basic amenities. Conveniently located a short walk from Albuquerque old Town with lots of shopping and dining options A bar and restaurant on site if you don’t fancy going out for anything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026