El Vado Motel

2.5 star property
Motel connected to a shopping centre in Albuquerque with 7 restaurants

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Property grounds
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas
Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible
El Vado Motel, in West Park, features seven restaurants and nearby shopping. Guests enjoy the outdoor pool, garden with fireplace, high-speed WiFi, and luggage storage. The staff consistently receives positive reviews.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in West Park neighbourhood, El Vado Motel is connected to a shopping centre. Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and UNM North Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and ABQ BioPark Aquarium. ABQ BioPark Zoo and New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Map
2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of New Mexico - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Compadres Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Duran Central Pharmacy - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blake's Lotaburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪High Noon Restaurant & Saloon - ‬13 min walk

About this property

El Vado Motel

Motel near Albuquerque Convention Center
At El Vado Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, 3 meeting rooms and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guest rooms at El Vado Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,190 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from 31 May to 01 October
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

El Vado Motel Albuquerque
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El Vado Motel Motel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM to 10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at El Vado Motel?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$241.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Vado Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Vado Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Vado Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Vado Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Vado Motel located?

Located in West Park, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of ABQ BioPark Aquarium and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Turquoise Museum and Albuquerque Biological Park are also within 10 minutes.

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