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Desert Sands Inn & Suites

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A spacious room with a long bench, a blue chair, a patterned rug, and a kitchen area with bar stools. - Desert Sands Inn & Suites (Albuquerque)
A reception area with teal patterned sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a reception desk. - Desert Sands Inn & Suites (Albuquerque)
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Desert Sands Inn & Suites provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, and a wooden floor.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Northeast Heights, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, Desert Sands Inn & Suites is in a shopping district. Hinkle Family Fun Center and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit ABQ Uptown and Winrock Shopping Center. Expo New Mexico and Popejoy Hall are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
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13317 Central Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87123

What's nearby

  • A large rock face with climbers scaling it.
    Sandia Foothills Open Space
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Icon Cinema 4 Hills
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Four Hills Country Club
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Canyon Club Golf Course
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • ABQ Uptown
    7 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center
    15 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Maverik
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Dutch Bros Coffee
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Circle K
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 on-site 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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

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 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total (up to 23 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Desert Sands Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Desert Sands Inn & Suites located?

Located in Northeast Heights, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Icon Cinema 4 Hills, Sandia Foothills Open Space, and Cibola National Forest. Hinkle Family Fun Center and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Desert Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

7.2

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

6.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 554 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Rajeshwari

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Okay room, staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and it seemed cleaned and spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The room was amazing and clean. Will definitely comeback in my travels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel but rooms were totally remodeled. Great area easy access and quiet. Accepts pets. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Livier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok is clean tha people in tha off is good people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family that stays and runs this place is amazing! Idk if they own it but if they don't the owner should really be grateful to have such great staff! Bed was great I am very particular about cleanliness and it was very clean no bugs. Staff was very helpful and kind, would definitely stay again if I'm passing through
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The onsite armed and knowledgeable security officer was a sure comfort along with the gated parking and noticeable cameras were a well enjoyed safety feature. It was a more comfortable area than any place I’ve stayed before
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No tv remote but staff provided one without too much hassle. Secure parking but a little inconvenient due to having one way driving flow.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The neighborhood that it is in is kind of sketchy. But the staff is amazing, the rooms are clean, and it felt secure due to the fencing around it. The price is amazing. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing front desk staff! Very kind and helpful! ☺️ clean rooms and clean bedding a good place to lay your head for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Guy

Staff were friendly and the room was clean. Nice little
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable, lady at the front office was great. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean. Parking was easy and secure. The location was great for on and off the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel were exceptionally clean! The staff were helpful and kind. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff and great room by the interstate. Wasn’t too far from the Balloon Fiesta,
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nina J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice large room, clean, has a very large refrigerator and a has a microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our family rented three rooms. The rooms were clean, the staff were very helpful, the location was amazing, and plenty of food selections around to accommodate everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front clerks were very helpful and nice. Motel was clean and very secure. Love the dog potty area. It was clean and fenced in. I will definitely stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Joesph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place to stay. Quiet, clean and very nice people. Rates were good. Definitely the place to stay if you want to hop right back onto I 40. Gas and food all right there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful motel - very clean and very easy check-in and checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023