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Hotel Zazz

3.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, near University of New Mexico

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Hotel Zazz offers a vibrant New Mexico retreat with concerts and live shows. Visitors can lounge in the garden, enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers, experience aromatherapy at Monets Spa, or connect with high-speed WiFi. Past guests highlight the exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Studio King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Double Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Copper King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Banana Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Banana Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3711 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108

What's nearby

  • University of New Mexico - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Tingley Coliseum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmacy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Bear Cafe Nob Hill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ihatov - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Central Bodega - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tractor Brewery Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zazz

Hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near University of New Mexico
Located close to Popejoy Hall and University of New Mexico Hospital, Hotel Zazz provides concerts and live shows, a garden, and a playground. Indulge in a hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at Monets Spa, the onsite spa. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; Hotel Zazz also has an outdoor entertainment area, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a hot tub.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), an area shuttle, and access to a nearby health club
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Zazz include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and premium channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 17 mi
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Speakeasy

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Health club
  • Karaoke
  • Music library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 100 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Streaming fitness classes
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 11.56 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 12.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 2:00 AM and 6:30 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Zazz Hotel
University Lodge
Hotel Zazz Albuquerque
Hotel Zazz Hotel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Zazz have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Hotel Zazz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Zazz?

Self parking is available for USD 12.00 per night. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zazz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 2:00 AM–6:30 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Hotel Zazz?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Zazz located?

Located in Nob Hill, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of New Mexico and Popejoy Hall. University of New Mexico Hospital and Tingley Coliseum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Zazz Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 862 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a fun hotel! Rooms are clean and comfortable, and the staff is beyond friendly and accommodating. From the artistic decor to the fun events at the on-site Speakeasy, Hotel Zazz is definitely a vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pacasha D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun place to stay! Close to everything and very safe a quiet considering the location. This will be my go-to when staying in Albuquerque.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vandana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was great Sam and Jovine was awesome great customer service ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was fun and unique, really comfortable stay and staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay ZAZZ
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique artistic route 66 hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Very thoughtfully appointed and fun property. Clearly the owner cares a lot about the space and I feel very welcome here. plus the surrounding neighborhood is fun and interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

BRYAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room deposit ($150) is required upfront. This was not expressed on Expedia or the property’s website.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Expect to park on the street, limited on site spaces. Staff was super and the vibe is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The second time I've been back to this hotel and it is an excellent stay with added value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
REALLY COOL AND CHILL PLACE. LOVE THE SPEAKEASY
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This will always be our go-to hotel when in Albuquerque. So many great restaurants and the vibe is beyond cool. It's the zazziest!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here, My husband and I stayed a couple nights after a concert. Super comfortable and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evitchkou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth it!!

Our stay was great, the hotel is fabulous. Lots of little touches that make it special. We’ll definitely stay again when in ABQ
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were amazing. They were very accommodating to ADA needs and you can tell they like their job. We got to meet the owner who is very charming and sweet. 10/10, would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Colorful and fun atmosphere. The speakeasy was also fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay

Comfortable bed, clean, modern room, fun, colorful, and zany decor, cool AC. Quiet, also, even though the hotel was full. Coffee in the room, nice robes that feel cozy. The “Hydration Room” has ready made bags of ice for your room as well as a water refill station. Everything was contactless, accessed by various codes. Parking seemed secure but was an extra $12. Didn’t use the pool, but it looked nice. It was great to go to the speakeasy for a late cocktail. Breakfast with a mimosa right across the street at The Farmacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get away weekend fun

Hotel Zazz has a fun, boutique like atmosphere with friendly staff, bright interior and exterior animal collages painted on the surfaces and a popsicle hour in the afternoon. It’s pretty quiet at night (visited in late April). There’s a great restaurant right across the street, the Farmacy, for breakfast & lunch.
Outside signage
Interior room wall
Hydration room with water & freezer for ice & popsicles
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel Zazz experience is unique, colorful, friendly, and quirky. The location is great for nicely casual dining, art viewing, and just kicking back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to UNM and easy walk to shops
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable hotel

Georgous was so nice and helpful during the departure day, but during the checking, the young lady was not very professional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best experience! Such a fun place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The place is right across the street (old Route 66!) from an ART station. That bus system is currently (2025) free to all and a great way to get to most of Albuquerque.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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