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The Imperial

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A modern interior with a large window overlooking a pool area, bar seating, and a building with a sign. - The Imperial (Albuquerque)
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A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the city through large windows. - The Imperial (Albuquerque)
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Near Albuquerque Convention Center, The Imperial provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. In addition to a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and wall-mounted plants.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(88 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and multiple pillows. The room features a green accent wall with a geometric pattern and a white ceiling.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Huning Highland Historic District, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, The Imperial is near the airport and near a metro station. ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balloon Fiesta Park and Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Popejoy Hall and ABQ BioPark Zoo are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
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701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a mountain range in the background.
    Albuquerque Convention Center
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A park with a fountain, trees, and a pond.
    University of New Mexico
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sunshine Theater
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • KiMo Theater
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • El Rey Theater
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center
    14 min walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • Subway
    5 min walk
  • 66 Diner
    11 min walk
  • Starbucks
    14 min walk
  • JC's New York Pizza Department
    13 min walk

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Null
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01

Frequently asked questions

Does The Imperial have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 to April 30.

Is The Imperial pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Imperial ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Imperial ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Imperial located?

Located in Huning Highland Historic District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center, University of New Mexico, and Albuquerque Convention Center. Fresenius Medical Care at Heart Hospital Of New Mexico and Sunshine Theater are also within 15 minutes. Alvarado Transportation Center is 14 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Imperial Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 663 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, very clean, safe and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fun update on an old style of motor lodge. Nice bar, nice restaurant, very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Old school motel in Route 66 updated to be modern! Very cute, clean, helpful and nice staff! Bar attached super fun also!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really liked the retro look! The staff was very friendly! The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable! Liked the fact it was lower to the floor so easy to get in and out of! If we are ever in the area and need a place to stay we will certainly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nothing fancy. Just a good clean place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a charming hotel/motel. I loved everything about it. Our room was clean and well appointed. The staff was great and the location perfect for our overnight stay. Keep up the excellent work.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Property was nice. It is an updated retro style motel. Everything was clean and updated but it still has an old school motel vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a totally renovated and reinvented classic motel. They've kept the 1950s colors and styles, but everything is new, clean and functions well. The rooms are very large. The king bed was comfortable. There were lots of light fixtures. The bathroom was excellent. It's a short walk to some really good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place right off of Route 66, very clean and had a pretty comfy bed. Loved the retro mini fridge which had a separate small freezer. Had food options onsite and close by which made it get convenient for dinner. Great stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is my fifth or sixth stay here and it was just as good as the very first time. Clean rooms and a very helpful front desk person who was pleasant and welcoming. I wish Vegan Vato was still in the food court, but the hotel itself is just great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love staying at the retro Imperial. The room was great and very clean. All staff we encountered were happily helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Friendly staff. No frail room. Shaky area. A little pricy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is probably the best place I've ever stayed at on Central. Wayyy better than all of the chain hotels. Staff was incredibly friendly. The room was excellent. The only nitpick I have, is that there was alot of hair in the shower. But no big deal at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I used to party and trash the rooms there in the past, and i was worried when i parked but my stay was amazing, quiet, enough parking, pool looked nice ( i didn't get in ) . the only issue i had was that the hotel bar was only open for a few hours and closed early.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little coffee shop in the reception area, pool party with DJ when we stayed. Cute clean room and comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Staff & service
It was a fun retro place to stay. Room was clean, the pool was clean. We were only disappointed there were no laundry facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location, near the university and a reasonable walk to Nob Hill. Staff was outstanding. A converted "old school" hotel on Central has charming updated, cleverly decorated rooms. Still has a few Central Avenue characters walking around the motel and immediate environs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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The hotel was really nice for the price we paid. Was a fun decor, the room was clean and the free coffee was really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Imperial had all I needed. Clean, conveniently located to Amtrak station, onsite restaurant, bar, pool and delish complimentary coffee in the lobby. The staff were accommodating, friendly and allowed me check my luggage in early while awaiting our room. Beds are comfy, rooms have all needed amenities. Early morning is a little loud as guests leave the parking lot for the day, other than that, near perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Just a few blocks from downtown, and while it's a motel, it's clean, retro decor, and it has some of the most friendly and helpful staff. For the price and the location, it cannot be beat
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms. Well kept property. Plenty to do in and around the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel and room were definitely clean. We stayed one night, and I had to rate the helpfulness and amenities low because our TV remote didn't work. The TV was able to turn on after figuring out it was unplugged, but we couldn't navigate the TV with the remote. We went to the front desk to ask if we could get new batteries. She said, "If the red button is blinking, it doesn't need new batteries." So, we just watched some t.v. on our phones and laptop for a bit and went out downtown. The next morning, I plugged in the blow-dryer, and it shorted the room. I barely found an outlet that was hidden behind the fridge to use to quickly blow-dry my hair.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient, friendly, good little gym, and nice to have interesting food options.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The Imperial is a fully renovated classic motel. The outside has the retro vibe. Rooms are clean and have little retro touches but all the decor is modern and new. Beds and pillows are super comfortable. The ac is weak and would not stay on. I need it for white noise. The bar on the property is great. There is food in a food court like setup. The Thai was extremely disappointing. It was expensive and I got violently ill. It was the only option available when we arrived. Parking is convenient though after 9pm it’s pretty packed. I’d stay again but definitely skip the Thai.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026