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El Vado Motel

2.5 star property
Motel connected to a shopping center in Albuquerque with 7 restaurants

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | TV, iPod dock, MP3 dock
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Property grounds
El Vado Motel, in West Park, features seven restaurants and nearby shopping. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, garden with fireplace, high-speed WiFi, and luggage storage. The staff consistently receives positive reviews.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Compadres Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Little Anita's New Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Vado Motel

Motel near Albuquerque Convention Center
At El Vado Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things the pool, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at El Vado Motel offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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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 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

  • 1,190 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 business center
  • 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

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

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 smoke detector

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM–10 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 to April 30.

Is El Vado Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Vado Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Vado Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Vado Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Vado Motel located?

Located in West Park, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of ABQ BioPark Aquarium and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Turquoise Museum and Albuquerque Biological Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

El Vado Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 869 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 869 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 869 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 869 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 869 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LisBeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a short walk to Old Town, Tingley Beach, Botanical Garden. Great staff, pleasant and accommodating. Great space with micro food pods and shops. Great vibes all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful landscaping; friendly staff; check-in free drink
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david gonzales

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff super clean room and property.Close to many restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and it’s super cute!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The design of the property is really interesting, especially the swimming pool! The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. It was nice to have a bagel store nearby for breakfast. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute motel with a nice pool area. The hostess was super helpful. Free glass of wine the first night.Very accomodating. Good location within walking distance of the Plaza.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is very nice. The rooms are very well designed, they have nice shops and restaurants on the premises. All around cute place. Close to Old Town district.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is such a classic motel! I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There's an interesting U-turn required to get into the parking lot. The property is surrounded by small shops. Once inside the reception area, we found very friendly staff who were able to help us navigate the property and also provided restaurant recommendations in the area. They also provided to each adult a complimentary welcome drink at the bar. The style of the motel is awesome...lots of great updates! The room was a nice size.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have live music in the courtyard on Saturday nights. Great group!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very nice. The room was comfortable and large. The staff is very friendly and helpful. It's within walking distance to Old Town which is great! The Botanical Gardens are across the street. There's a lovely pool with comfortable seating. The hotel has a tap room, so if you like a beer at the end of the day, it's perfect. There's also a great place for a delicious yogurt breakfast right on the property. I really enjoyed that!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Place so far out of 8 places I have been.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old town experience, clean well kept property with lots of charm. We even extended our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Rooms beautifully renovated. Clean and comfortable. Outside areas clean and attractive. Lovely seating areas. Pool looked nicenut not heated and too cold to use this time of year. There are nearby eating options but we stayed on a Sunday night so they were limited. Rooms are a bit pricey, especially as there is no breakfast provided, not even a few snacks. You do get a free drink in the bar.There was coffee in the lobby, but that wasn't great. It is situated on a very busy, noisy road but our room was far enough away that we got a good night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing clean and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ana at the front desk was absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is very unique, comfortable, clean, and inviting. The staff was extremely nice and helpful. We loved the bagel & coffee shop next door! The only drawback is that traffic can be a bit noisey in the later hours on the weekend but we were still able to get a goodnight’s rest. I would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pets not accepted
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaitlin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place is an old hotel that was updated. Everything seemed OK but the room had a funny smell, but the longer we stayed seemed like the worst that old moldy musky smell became. Was like as if you were living in a basement that was once flooded. We left early the last night and let the staff know they did call and apologize, which was nice. But for the price it cost to stay I don’t think we’ll be back at this hotel ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After being warned off along the route 66
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome cute and comfy place to stay! We loved the vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modernized, historic property with cool design work, nice rooms, great grounds and a brewery on site. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute renovated motel within walking distance from Old Town, although I probably wouldn't walk it after dark. Room was clean, comfortable, and quiet. Really enjoyed the courtyard and sitting area and the live band was an added bonus. Only stayed one night as we were passing through, but would have loved to have stayed another night and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, renovated historic property. About the only issue is that due to how the property has been renovated, you might not be able to park right next to the motel. Loved some of the restaurants on property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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