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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Old Town Plaza

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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1015 Rio Grande Blvd Nw, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • Old Town Plaza - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cutbow Coffee Roastology - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO - Old Town Albuquerque - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Hotel near Old Town Plaza
Located close to Albuquerque Museum and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Wild Avocado, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a computer station, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 173 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and cribs/infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • 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 spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

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

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 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

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
An off-leash area is 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
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–10 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 100 (subject to availability).

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–10 PM on request.

Where is Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn located?

Located in West Old Town, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Town Plaza, Albuquerque Museum, and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bobi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay on our way back home. Appreciated the breakfast not being a "buffet"
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, very friendly staff, restaurant has good food, and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A nice hotel with good staff and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very friendly staff thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here multiple times and its always a favorite of mine to stay at.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really friendly and helpful. Very clean and accessible! Loved my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slighty dated hotel. Overall comfortable and close to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always stay here when coming thru Albuquerque. Good location and very good breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Jay

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
had a great shower as far as water pressure and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly, fast check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a road trip. Great service!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Arsen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall very solid Best Western.

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Wonderful!

Our stay was wonderful! Will stay again if we’re ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was nice, clean and comfortable. Very pleasant and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel which is very convenient to the interstate and to the Old Town and museums on the west side of Albuquerque. The breakfast was VERY good and I was pleased with our two day stay. Parking is easy and convenient as well.

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly & gave helpful suggestions for Old Town dining options as well as driving options for great experience the next day shenanigans we were heading to Moab, Utah.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, close to many attractions. The staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

gill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable. The free breakfast (I am a Best Western member) was amazing. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night with our dogs while traveling. Loved the dog areas outside and they had two dog bowls waiting for us in our room which was wonderful! Area seemed safe, gated around parking area. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to hop on and off the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025