Your journey of exceptional moments begins the instant you cross the threshold of El Vado Motel, where every detail is crafted to elevate your stay, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Albuquerque Convention Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo. This motel is 9 minutes drive to University of New Mexico and 35 minutes drive to Balloon Fiesta Park.

Our spacious rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with premium toiletries and complimentary high-speed WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay whether you’re here for business or leisure. Conveniences include a desk, a phone, bathrobes and wheelchair-accessibility.

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Property Details

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Shopping on site
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Parking (limited spaces)
Pool umbrellas
Number of meeting rooms - 3
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Conference space size (meters) - 111
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Free WiFi
No elevator (single level property)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Change of towels (on request)
Garden
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking
Tours/ticket assistance
Fireplace in lobby
Luggage storage
Express check-out
Multilingual staff
24-hour front desk
Number of restaurants - 7
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Housekeeping on request
Outdoor seasonal pool
Smoke-free property
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Free self parking
Conference space
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Conference space size (feet) - 1190

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 21 to check-in.

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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at one of the motel's many dining establishments, which include 7 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Albuquerque? This motel has 1190 square feet (111 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Turquoise Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Albuquerque Biological Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Rio Grande - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Amapola Gallery - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Old Town Plaza - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
San Felipe de Neri Church - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
American International Rattlesnake Museum - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Tiguex Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Albuquerque Museum - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Tingley Beach - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
Explora Science Center and Children's Museum - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Harwood Art Center - 2.7 km / 1.6 mi
The nearest major airport is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 14 km / 8.7 mi

The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01.
Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-out is available.

Hotel policies

General

Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Professional property host/manager
Contactless check-out is available
Cashless transactions are available
Essential workers only - NO
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Pets

Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Pets not allowed

Location

2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104, United States

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