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El Vado Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling.
A building with a neon sign reading "El Vado Tap Room" and a smaller sign for "El Vado Motel".
A modern bedroom with a bed, sofa, bedside table, TV, and a potted plant.
A table with a red water bottle, a glass of beer, and a potted plant.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $144
$127 nightly
$144 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

Explore the area

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2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Aquarium
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a window, and a TV on a wooden stand.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a blue armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

A modern bedroom with a bed, sofa, bedside table, TV, and a potted plant.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

With a stay at El Vado Motel in Albuquerque (West Park), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Albuquerque Convention Center and 7 minutes from University of New Mexico. .This motel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Balloon Fiesta Park and 7.4 mi (12 km) from ABQ Uptown.
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What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Albuquerque Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 8 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Compadres Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monte Carlo Liquors & Steak House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO - Old Town Albuquerque - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬13 min walk

About this property

El Vado Motel

El Vado Motel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. This Albuquerque motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the motel's many dining establishments, which include 7 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Albuquerque? This motel has 1195 square feet (111 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
El Vado Motel has 7 restaurants on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,195 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM 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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

El Vado Motel Albuquerque
El Vado Albuquerque
El Vado
El Vado Motel Motel
El Vado Motel Albuquerque
El Vado Motel Motel Albuquerque

El Vado Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean property and extra comfortable bed. Very charming and functional historic property, really got a taste of the Route 66 history!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an Amazing Hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at El Vado
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic Rt.66 motel upgraded to classy. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a boutique hotel feel. Quiet surroundings and great location. The staff were all friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cool place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, cool Route 66 vibes, difficult parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gated hotel, cozy environment, live music and close to old town… staff was friendly and the property was kept very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled historic motel. Free beers when you check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed one night after flying all day. Clean and comfortable room plus restaurant choices onsite! The history of this place was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here. Such a cool property. Easy parking. Friendly and helpful staff. The room was so comfortable! Classic Route 66 hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location, room was nice. Would of been nice to have a small microwave to warm up leftovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. So close to walk to place to explore. Will be going back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean rooms, cool spot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint historical hotel. Pool and nearby restaurants are convenient.. The staff is very helpful and give you free drinks when you arrive. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Coffee is also available. Bagels and coffee shop next door. Only issue was the noisy air conditioner that wasn't able to be quieted. Good for families and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice clean room, comfortable bed. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean room and liked the decor.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great rooms and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very cute, well maintained property. Loved the restaurants and sweet shop on property. Would like to come back and stay a couple of days rather than just for the night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Most restaurants were closed and storm came, we couldn’t use pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean rooms, beautiful courtyard, very friendly staff. Liked that the property was tastefully fenced and locked.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very pleased with our stay at the El Vado Motel. It has been very nicely refurbished and was very clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and the cold beer from the tap room is a nice plus. The motel is set up very nicely with a private interior courtyard with lots of seating and cute clean pool and is walking distance to old town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful room & courtyard areas. The room was clean. Staff were very friendly. Check in & out was very easy. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the “motel” fool you. El Vado is exceptional! Clean, unique, amazing amenities, and great location! Thanks for an amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026