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The Imperial

2.5 star property
Motel with 3 restaurants, near University of New Mexico

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Restaurant
Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪JC's New York Pizza Dept - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

Motel near University of New Mexico
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. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 56 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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; cash is not accepted

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.

Is The Imperial pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Imperial ?

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.

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The Imperial Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 169 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very clean, staff was polite and very professional
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Cute retro motel. The restaurant was closed for maintenance which was a bummer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Neat little retro motel. Staff was great. Dining options were great at the diner on property. For fans of breaking bad the crossroads motel is just a block away. Safe and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The staff welcomed us like old friends. They gave excellent tips on where to go and easiest way to move about the city. The retro renovations give it a cool vibe, look forward to returning in the future
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice motel with mid-century decor charm!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

nice service
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great retro hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great hotel, bed was a little hard but other then that it was great. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Their isn't much i didn't like about our stay. The area was great. Very walkable for food and the The Imperial itself has alot of upside. Food Court,Bar with Karaoke on Thursday's. I would recommend this place everyone. Rooms were awesome!!! Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

One of my favorite stays. We stumbled upon this place on Expedia and initially I was hesitant due to the motel connotation, but the pictures of the property were very well done. And I was immediately impressed that it was even better in real life! Our room was clean, organized, and had real live plants inside! I have a couple more trips that bring me through ABQ this year and I know where I will be staying.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

This was a nicely renovated property, upscale but a throwback to the classic Route 66 feel. It was nearby downtown ABQ enough that I could walk there so it was a perfect stop along the main drag.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Cutest retro vibe, friendly staff, comfy bed and room, super clean, fantastic food options especially the Latin cuisine. Empanadas and flan are a must have! Stairs only (no elevator) to second floor. Ground level desirable for accessibility needs, so book early because Imperial is popular. Looking forward to staying here again on our next road trip!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Nice staff and Clean, safety place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very cute motel! It is in the downtown area which was very busy. They have on site food options and coffee shop in the lobby. There are a few restaurants within walking distance and a couple of shops. There is a lot of road noise and the building is older so you definitely hear it. Our room was extremely clean, cleaner than any room I’ve ever stayed in. The beds are very firm which made sleeping a little difficult, but it is definitely worth staying.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Was unique , nothing fancy . Comfy bed and the staff was amazing ! Might stay again not a bad choice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Good stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Loved the remodel!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Pretty rooms and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed for 2 nights … would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Good rates, nice retro decor, very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

This is a fun and quirky motel. Colorful, updated, clean, and convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

This motel was fantastic. I’m always leary of “motels” and usually bypass them, but this one was very clean, well lit, and the staff was amazing. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Cute and super clean motel. Would definitely stay here again. Best deal in Albuquerque!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025