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8.2

381 reviews

The Monterey Motel

The Monterey Motel

2402 Central Ave Sw, Albuquerque, 87104, New Mexico, United States

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+1-833-728-2041

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Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

The Monterey Motel

Welcome to The Monterey Motel, your cozy oasis just 1.6mi from the bustling heart of Albuquerque! This charming 2-star establishment is perfect for those seeking a delightful stay without breaking the bank, with prices starting from only $109. Nestled at 2402 Central Ave SW, The Monterey Motel allows you to leisurely explore all that this vibrant city has to offer while enjoying the comforts of home.

Get ready to unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or bask on the sun deck after a day of adventure! With free WiFi and streaming services like Netflix, binge-watching your favorite show is always an option. Or perhaps you’d prefer enjoying a refreshing drink at the on-site bar? The possibilities are endless! Plus, with 24-hour front desk service and ample free parking, your stay is as convenient as it is enjoyable.

Guests rave about their experiences here, and with a total of 381 reviews, the buzz around The Monterey Motel is undeniable. With air-conditioned non-smoking rooms, a charming picnic area, and an overall welcoming atmosphere, you’ll feel right at home as you immerse yourself in the local culture. So pack your bags and get ready for a fun-filled adventure at The Monterey Motel—you won't want to miss it!

When you arrive at The Monterey Motel, the fun doesn’t stop at your cozy room! With a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations, you can choose from the Deluxe King for a touch of elegance or the cozy Standard Queen for a relaxed vibe. The family-friendly rooms are perfect for vacationing with loved ones, offering enough space for everyone to kick back and enjoy a restful night after a day of Albuquerque exploration. All rooms are smoke-free, ensuring a clean and fresh atmosphere throughout your stay.

Looking to soak in the sun and enjoy the great outdoors? The seasonal outdoor swimming pool is your perfect escape! Dive in to beat the heat or simply lounge on the sun deck while sipping on a refreshing drink from the on-site bar. The lush picnic area invites you to unpack some snacks and enjoy a casual meal al fresco style while basking in the New Mexico sunshine. Whether you’re splashing about or just soaking up the rays, this space is designed to sweep you into relaxation mode and keep the good times rolling!

While you indulge in all the delightful amenities, rest assured that your stay will be as smooth as can be with effortless payment options, accepting major cards like American Express, Discover, Visa, and Mastercard. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on guest satisfaction, The Monterey Motel makes it easy to unwind and revel in the spirit of travel. So go ahead — make new memories, forge connections, and soak up the best of Albuquerque as you enjoy your stay at this charming hideaway!

Closest airports

Albuquerque International Airport

5.4mi

Santa Fe Municipal Airport

49mi

Los Alamos County Airport

58.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Picnic area

Rooms

Family Room in The Monterey Motel

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Family, 6 Twin

6 Twin Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

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Our Standard Family Room is perfect for families with its 5 comfortable beds including 4 double beds and 1 queen size bed. Rest assured, smoking is not allowed in this room.

Standard Double Room in The Monterey Motel

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Standard, Double

1 Double Bed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

More details

Welcome to our Standard Double Room, perfect for a cozy and relaxing stay for two adults. Enjoy the comfort of a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a refrigerator, and air conditioning. Stay refreshed with a tea or coffee maker, and unwind in the modern shower.

Deluxe Queen Room in The Monterey Motel

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Deluxe, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

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Experience the ultimate comfort in our Deluxe Queen Room, perfect for couples looking for a relaxing getaway. Indulge in a spacious private bathroom, unwind with a flat-screen TV and stay cool with air conditioning. With amenities like a refrigerator and coffee maker, your stay is sure to be memorable.

Deluxe King Room in The Monterey Motel

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Deluxe, King

1 King Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

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Stay in our Deluxe King Room, a spacious double room with a comfortable king-size bed, private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. Enjoy the convenience of a refrigerator, air conditioning, and a tea/coffee maker. Perfect for a relaxing stay for two adults.

King Room - Disability Access in The Monterey Motel

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Standard, King, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Refrigerator

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Enjoy a comfortable stay in our King Room - Disability Access with a spacious, private bathroom, complimentary WiFi, and a flat-screen TV for your entertainment needs. Our room features a comfortable king-size bed and modern amenities such as air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a tea/coffee maker. Experience convenience and accessibility with our disability access features, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Deluxe Family Room in The Monterey Motel

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Deluxe Family

4 Double Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

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Our Deluxe Family Room is the perfect choice for a comfortable and spacious stay, with 4 double beds and 1 queen size bed to accommodate up to 5 adults. With no smoking allowed, you can enjoy a clean and fresh environment during your stay.

Deluxe, King, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

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Standard, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

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Standard, King

1 King Size Bed

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Guest reviews

8.2

381 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Clifford

8.2

July 2023

I had stayed at the Monterey pre-renovation, so I knew the rooms would be spacious, but we weren't prepared for HOW spacious our King Room was. This was very welcome after a week on the road in fairly cramped lodging elsewhere. The room was also very clean, and the bed was comfortable. Overall, the upgrades were well worth it, and the price per night is reasonable for this level of accommodation.

Like sister motel El Vado around the corner, there is now an emphasis on the social space (read: bar) where the check-in used to be. This is ok, but does mean that sometimes when they have events you may have to scrap for a parking spot, which can be frustrating as a paying motel guest. Unlike El Vado, the public space is also not segregated at all from the motel space, so if your room is closer to the bar, you will likely not be able to get any meaningful rest until the event is over because it is just too noisy.

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Melissa

9.1

August 2023

We were so excited to find a room that would fit our whole family! The family room had a queen bed, then a door to another room with 6 individual bunks, complete with electrical outlets, reading lights, cabinets for their stuff, and curtains on each bed that could be shut for privacy. Our 6 kids thought it was the coolest room they had ever stayed in. We also enjoyed the pool and outdoor areas. The motel was so cute and remodeled in such a fun mid-century modern style. When we got there we were pleasantly surprised to find out they offered one free drink per adult per night in the bar in the lounge. The motel has deals with a few local restaurants for easy delivery to your room, and it's walking distance to some cute little shops and restaurants as well. The staff was very helpful and friendly and eager to help out whenever we needed something.

Our only complaints were some very minor cleanliness issues - a few little dead bugs in the shower and some ants in the room.

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Kischel

8.2

July 2023

We booked a family suite that included a queen room connected to a room designed for 4 individual bookings with 4 full sized bunk beds. Really cool room. The 4 bed room does not have a bathroom but there are full bathrooms down the way that lock and can be used. Towels and everything. This was great while traveling with 2 adult children! My youngest son (10) said this was the coolest motel he's ever stayed in. Probably true. Very cool and trendy place. Modern and attractive.

The bed was not made properly and there was no mattress pad/cover over the mattress 🤢 The sheet was not pulled down over the bottom of the mattress so my feet were on bare mattress! Yuck. I was tired and got over it. The shower head in our room needed some tightening. We just used it as a hand held. The pool apparently doesn't have hours, so there were people swimming at midnight. We had just gotten there but I can imagine it may have bothered others.

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Laurence

10

October 2022

We stayed here for 5 nights while in Albuquerque for the Balloon Fiesta and visiting friends in the area. This Route 66 era motel has been renovated recently and it now looks much more modern and nice. Room was clean and comfortable, lounge is nice, and the pool was open during our stay. Since it was Balloon Fiesta, it was fully booked and fairly pricey during our stay. Can walk next door to El Vado for food in the evenings. Great location near Old Town and BioPark attractions along historic Route 66.

Two things we'd suggest for improvement is 1.) having Do Not Disturb signs for doors as we were told there was no daily housekeeping service but housekeeping came in every day we weren't here anyway and 2.) There is hot coffee and water available in the lobby but there was often issues with coffee being out or not delivered yet and sometimes lobby was closed so I think that system could be improved But overall, we really enjoyed our stay here and would stay here again.

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Frances

10

August 2023

Authentic yet updated motel on Route 66 and we got a great deal for 1 night. Staff excellent. Super clean. We were in the modern section at the back overlooking the pool with a rear balcony - big room with super comfy bed and pillows. Excellent bar (thanks Hector) that indulged our choice of music. Close to Old Town and walking distance to 4 Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul locations (did others by car).

We would have stayed 2 nights if it fell in our budget but they were heavily booked and no deals 😞

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Danny

8.2

August 2023

The pool, the decoration of the room, and the ambiance were amazingly great! It all matched the 'old' Route 66 vibe :-)

The DJ music on two of the three nights was way too loud. One night we were sleeping directly across the terras, with the speakers pointing toward our room. The loud rap music kept booming into our room until late evening. I appreciate a nice party, but a Motel is used to take a rest for people passing through. In that case, I prefer a night's rest over a party night.

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Kevin

9.1

August 2022

Room was clean and minimally but very stylishly appointed. Bed was super comfortable. Room lighting was some of the best we've seen in a hotel room. Loved the vintage vibe. Wish we could have checked out the pool but we didn't have time. Much more personality than a chain hotel. Also, we appreciated the bottled water in the room.

We were there on a Saturday night. Beginning about 6 pm, a DJ set up in the bar patio and starting blasting obnoxiously loud music, to an audience of none. Very annoying. We could hear it in our room with the door closed. Fortunately, he was gone by the time we came back from dinner and wanted to sleep. Also, our in-room coffee maker was the old pod type, and made weak coffee.

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Daisy

9.1

October 2022

This is a super cute and comfortable motel with a reasonable rate even during the Balloon Fiesta. Newly remodeled, it is very cool! The rooms are beautiful, clean, and comfortable. We liked the mini fridge and the size of the room. There is a bar and a lot of outdoor seating where we enjoyed drinks made with New Mexican alcohol. The location is great. There is a coffee shop two minutes walk and some great breakfast places within a short walk. The historic downtown is within walking distance too.

The cons...the hot water in the shower is an issue. We were there for two nights. Out of 4 showers, one was hot, and the rest lukewarm at best. The last night we were there, our tv didn't work. They advertised a laundry room which was a considerable pro /deciding factor for us on a road trip, but it was out of order during our visit.

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Jennifer

8.2

September 2022

The room was perfect for what we needed. The set-up of the room was good and we liked that it had extra towels available in the room. The decor was very attractive. Fridge was perfect size for our needs.

The shower did not work for us. It was one of those set-ups where you can use it as a hand held or use it as a shower head and that portion was broken so we had to "MacGuyver" it so that we could use it as a shower head. Otherwise it didn't stay up and we had to keep adjusting it to use it. Also, it's one of those glass-in showers, no tub and there wasn't enough glass for the shower and the bathroom floor got soaked during each use. I think it was a design misstep for whoever redesigned this hotel unfortunately.

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Allison

8.2

September 2023

Nice location and loved the pool. Liked that it had a bar attached and nice couches and seating areas to hang out. I would likely stay here again.

Wasn’t able to through when trying to call the property with a question. The first room we were booked in didn’t lock so we had to switch rooms. The second room had a musty smell. We just dealt with it as we didn’t feel like changing rooms again.

Points of Interest Around The Monterey Motel

Attractions

Turquoise Museum

0.2mi

Old Town Albuquerque

0.3mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of The Monterey Motel

Free parking

Outdoor swimming pool

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Picnic area

Stay rules - The Monterey Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Monterey Motel

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Monterey Motel?

While the stay at The Monterey Motel offers a flexible check-in window between 03:00 PM and 11:00 PM, the check-out is fixed at 11:00 AM.

Does The Monterey Motel provide parking options?

Yes, there is convenient and free on-site parking available at The Monterey Motel. The parking is public and reservation is not required.

What are the rates at The Monterey Motel?

The Monterey Motel has rates that begin from $109. Prices can differ due to room specifications and booking dates. Always add your desired dates for a precise quote.

Which room categories can I book at The Monterey Motel?

The Monterey Motel offers a variety of room types including Standard Double Rooms with a double bed, King Rooms with disability access and a king size bed, Deluxe Queen Rooms with a queen size bed, Deluxe Family Rooms accommodating up to 5 adults with multiple double and queen beds, Deluxe King Rooms with a king size bed, Standard Family Rooms accommodating up to 5 adults with multiple double and queen beds, and Family Rooms accommodating up to 7 adults with multiple twin and queen beds. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms.

How can guests spend their time at The Monterey Motel?

Guests at The Monterey Motel can spend their time at the hotel by enjoying the leisure amenities provided. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool where guests can relax and unwind during their stay. The pool is available seasonally, allowing guests to make the most of their visit during the appropriate months.

In addition to the swimming pool, The Monterey Motel also offers a bar for guests to enjoy their favorite drinks and socialize with fellow travelers. The bar provides a vibrant atmosphere and a wide selection of beverages to choose from.

For those looking to bask in the sun and enjoy the outdoors, the hotel also offers a sun deck where guests can soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Furthermore, guests can also gather around the outdoor fireplace for a cozy and relaxing evening with friends and family.

Overall, The Monterey Motel provides a range of leisure amenities for guests to enhance their stay and make the most of their time at the hotel.

Does The Monterey Motel have a pool for guests?

The Monterey Motel has one pool available. The pool is located outdoors and is only open during certain seasons.

Can I use my credit card at The Monterey Motel?

Yes, you can use your credit card at The Monterey Motel. Cash is not accepted, so credit card payments are the only option. Accepted credit card types include Discover, American Express, Mastercard, and Visa.