Thu 11/6
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Fri 11/7
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$163
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$163
King room
$167
Deluxe room
$203
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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.

8.5
Very good rating
Based on 784 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for El Vado Motel

Thu 11/6
Fri 11/7
Standard room
1 king bed
$163
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$179
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$179
nightly with fees
King room
bed type unknown
$167
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$181
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$182
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
1 king bed
$203
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$212
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$224
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails

Basics

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

General

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

Services and conveniences

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

Bathroom

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

Pool

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

Media and entertainment

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

Outdoor

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

Bedroom

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

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Health and safety

  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Reviews of El Vado Motel

8.5
Very good
784 verified ratings
Wonderful
506
Very good
138
Good
64
Okay
22
Fair
22
Mediocre
12
Poor
20

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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

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March
December
$193
$229
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 128% 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 Thursday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at El Vado Motel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $179, while the most expensive was $258.
  • How long should you stay at El Vado Motel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

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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Distance to airport

8.5
1.6 mi
Albuquerque
5.3 mi

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