Find Albuquerque motels from $48

Because you’ll save on your room price, you can make the most of what Albuquerque has to offer. Top sights to visit include Balloon Fiesta Park.

At many motels, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. The word “motel” was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Albuquerque Northeast: Stay within a quick 5-minute drive of Balloon Fiesta Park. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham East Albuquerque: A 24-hour business center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 4-minute drive of ABQ Uptown. Motel 6 Albuquerque, NM - North: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Balloon Fiesta Park and Sandia Casino. San Mateo Inn: It’s located within a quick 3-minute drive of ABQ Uptown. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Sandia Peak Inn, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham: Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Old Town Plaza. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Take your pick from 31 economical motels in Albuquerque.

In this historical area, you can enjoy the fascinating museums and picturesque gardens while you’re sightseeing. Those who’ve visited Albuquerque love its popular zoo, festivals, and theater scene. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque Biological Park, and ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: ABQ BioPark Zoo, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, and ABQ BioPark Aquarium. Some historical places you might want to see include Sunshine Theater, El Rey Theater, and Casa San Ysidro.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Albuquerque to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 76°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Albuquerque is 7 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Albuquerque to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF), which is 48.6 mi (78.2 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.