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El Vado Motel
2 stars

El Vado Motel

2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, United States
Albuquerque, NM
See location+1 505 361 1667
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$152
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8.4
Very good
based on 728 reviews
728 reviews
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Overview

El Vado Motel originally opened in 1937. The property today offers comfortable rooms for guests who want to stay in a convenient location that will make it easy to get to many popular locations in Albuquerque. The family-friendly property combines historic charm with modern conveniences. The property underwent a complete restoration in 2018.

Rooms found at the property have a range of amenities and modern conveniences, such as free WiFi, daily housekeeping, a phone, free local calls, and air conditioning. The property also has a private bathroom, free toiletries, and blackout curtains.

The property features a changing array of food pods including the El Vado Tap Room, Rude Boy Cookies, Zendo, Rollin’ On In, Buen Provecho, Happy Chickenzz, Bosque Burger, and Sandia Crust Pizza. Some of the other property amenities include an outdoor pool, WiFi in the public areas, a shared refrigerator, microwave, conference space, and meeting rooms.

The property is located in West Park, and guests will find that they can explore the park, walk to the Albuquerque Biological Park Aquarium, the Albuquerque Museum, and more. They are close to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History, the zoo, the downtown area, and much more. Guests at the motel will find a number of places where they can dine and drink in the area, too. A few of the options that guests might want to try include Lam’s Chinese Restaurant, Restaurant Antiquity, Old Town Pizza Parlor, Back Street Grill, and Garcia’s Kitchen.

8.4
Very good rating
Based on 728 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for El Vado Motel

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at El Vado Motel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Pool

  • Saltwater pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Golf
  • Cycling

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Reviews of El Vado Motel

8.4
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728 verified ratings
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Very good
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Good
59
Okay
22
Fair
21
Mediocre
11
Poor
18

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Location

2500 Central SW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Biological Park311 yd
  • Albuquerque Aquarium427 yd
  • ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden0.3 mi
  • Old Town0.4 mi
  • Albuquerque Little Theatre0.5 mi
  • Albuquerque Museum0.5 mi
  • Rio Grande Zoo1.4 mi
  • KiMo Theater1.5 mi
  • Occidental Life Building1.6 mi
  • Santa Fe Railway Shops2 mi
  • Central Avenue2.1 mi
  • National Hispanic Cultural Center2.1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about El Vado Motel

Low season

March

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$198

Average price (weekend night)

$180
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 52% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at El Vado Motel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at El Vado Motel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at El Vado Motel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at El Vado Motel, plan to stay on a Saturday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at El Vado Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $182, while the most expensive was $182.
  • How long should you stay at El Vado Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at El Vado Motel

  • Where is El Vado Motel located?

    El Vado Motel is located at 2500 Central SW, 1.6 miles from the center of Albuquerque. Albuquerque Biological Park is the closest landmark to El Vado Motel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at El Vado Motel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at El Vado Motel.

  • Does El Vado Motel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, El Vado Motel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does El Vado Motel offer free parking?

    Yes, El Vado Motel offers free parking.

  • How far is El Vado Motel from the airport?

    El Vado Motel is 5.3 miles from Albuquerque. El Vado Motel is 49 miles from Santa Fe.

  • Does El Vado Motel have a pool?

    Yes, El Vado Motel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great El Vado Motel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at El Vado Motel in Albuquerque and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at El Vado Motel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for El Vado Motel.

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Value for money

8.4

Distance to city center

1.6 mi

Nearest Airport

Albuquerque

Distance to airport

5.3 mi