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The Imperial

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

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Restaurant
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Seasonal outdoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Free WiFi
Reception
The Imperial, in Huning Highland Historic District, offers a vibrant retreat with an outdoor pool, bar, and three on-site restaurants. Guests enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and free self-parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Huning Highland Historic District, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, is home to The Imperial . UNM North Golf Course and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit ABQ BioPark Zoo and University of New Mexico Campus Observatory. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Pit or Isotopes Park.
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Map
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
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 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 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
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

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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

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

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. 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 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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