A terrace, shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at El Vado Motel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 7 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a fireplace in reception.
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 Indian Pueblo Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
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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, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and 3 meeting rooms
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.
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10 AM to 10 PM.
The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 until April 30.
How much does it cost to stay at El Vado Motel?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Vado Motel on 17 Nov 2026 start from ₹10,809, excluding 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.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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El Vado Motel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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The property is very unique in its appearance. Walking distance to Old Town Albuquerque. Very comfortable beds. Only negative is no refrigerators in the room.
It was a great change from big chain hotels in a long trip. Nice quiet space but fun people to socialize if you want. Nicely updated rooms and outdoor space as well.
Cool little boutique hotel. Staff was super helpful and accommodating at check in. Room was big and decorated along the vintage vibe of the hotel. Parking was convenient. Overall great experience on our visit to Albuquerque
This is a quaint hotel located in walking distance form historic downtown Albuquerque. The rooms have been updated, are clean and comfortable. There is a small pool in the courtyard, a tap room next to the hotel lobby, and several small restaurants to eat at on the property. It was perfect for a road trip along Route 66 for a few nights. Not all rooms have a refridgerator (FYI).
The bed was very comfortable. The first lady that checked us in was great. Helpful and friendly. After her, the others were mediocre at best.
There was no refrigerator or microwave in the room, suites had a refrigerator. The food places on the property were closed.
The day we were leaving, I killed a cockroach in my room.
I had a great stay at El Vado Motel! The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the room was very clean and comfortable. I also loved the complimentary beer at check-in, such a fun and unique touch! The location is great, with plenty of excellent restaurants nearby. Old Town is only a 5 minute walk from the motel. Overall, a great experience and I would definitely stay here again next time I'm in Albuquerque!
The El Vado is a Route 66 classic, updated with a great outdoor gathering space and nice pool, several local shops, an event center, and very comfortable rooms. The location is excellent for walking to restaurants, drugstores, and other shopping. Dash, the manager who greeted us, is personable and very kind. This is a great place to meet your friends, spend a night in an historic motel, and enjoy making memories.
Very nice hotel but not kid friendly. There is a dispensary basically on the premises and marijuana is everywhere. If that bothers you, this place is probably not for you.
Clean quiet room, very comfortable and a good night's sleep. The only drawback was the parking, which is a public parking lot for a shopping center. and somewhat confusting to locate if you have not been there before. Aside from that, really liked the property and the ambience.
It is a very cute, well maintained property. Loved the restaurants and sweet shop on property. Would like to come back and stay a couple of days rather than just for the night.
We were very pleased with our stay at the El Vado Motel. It has been very nicely refurbished and was very clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and the cold beer from the tap room is a nice plus. The motel is set up very nicely with a private interior courtyard with lots of seating and cute clean pool and is walking distance to old town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Signora
20 May 2026
Beautiful room & courtyard areas. The room was clean. Staff were very friendly. Check in & out was very easy. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Toby
29 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel clean, tidy modern rooms, decent bar and only a few minutes from Old town for good food and vibes