El Vado Motel in Albuquerque (ABQ) offers a unique stay with a vibrant, retro vibe. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and classic mid-century design, this historic motel is the perfect choice for travelers seeking comfort and charm. Guests enjoy cozy rooms, excellent service, and the iconic El Vado Restaurant, serving delicious local cuisine in a relaxed setting. Whether you're here for a short stay or a longer visit, El Vado Motel combines the perfect blend of modern amenities and Albuquerques rich culture. Book your stay today and experience Albuquerques best-kept secret!
Website: elvadoabq.com
Phone: (505) 361-1667
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Central Ave SW and Central Ave/New York Ave SW
Open now
- Tue Open 24 Hours
2500 Central Ave SW Albuquerque, NM 87104 ·1525.79 mi
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Amenities
- Restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Accessible
- Wifi
- Smoke-free
- Family friendly
- Parking
Reviews
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El Vado MotelGoogle review summary4.61,261 reviews5 ★ 4 ★ 3 ★ 2 ★ 1 ★ Reviews on other travel sitesTripadvisor4.6/5 · 672 reviewsTripadvisor4.6/5 · 680 reviewsTrip.com4.5/5 · 101 reviewsPriceline8.9/10 · 17 reviewsReviewsSearch reviewsK M4/52 minutes ago on GoogleWhat an absolutely quaint motel with true Albuquerque feel. We had a king suite (Auburn). Let's talk beds! Ohmygoodness, one will want to stay in it all day. We slept all night and woke up pain free.There's a mini fridge, a Cuisinart 1-cup coffee dispenser with coffee mugs supplied in room.The CONS about our room are minimal and they only reason I didn't give a 5-star.The bathroom is small. I would've placed the shower head on the opposite wall because one has to step into the shower to turn it on and getting hit with COLD water. The shower head is an adjustable head and works great.The other issue is at night, anyone can see into the room around the pull down shade on the door at night. Minor issue, but worth mentioning.We'll definitely be back for another visit. Its close to restaurants, and the front desk staff is wonderful!!! She's full of information and recommendations.
MoreThe setting of the hotel feels very South Western which I really like and the rooms were comfortable and quiet but their WiFi was terrible and for some reason I only had 1 bar on my phone from Verizon so trying to do anything on my iPad was impossible. They also had several spots to eat in the courtyard and even though I only had a cafe con leche, the aromas throughout the courtyard were amazing.
MoreRoom very clean and roomy. Greeted with a complimentary happy hour token. Close to Old Town for shopping/browsing/lunch. Interesting food options on site, almost like small store front for food trucks, sadly our schedule didn't allow us time to sample. Bagel shop nearby for early breakfast. Really enjoyed the outside patio and sitting areas.
MoreGreat vibes and location. On site food pods and tap bar great
MoreEl Vado has nice proximity to old town. It has the Route 66 charm if you are looking for that. I was glad to see it. The room itself was average. It also has a retro feel to it. Very comfortable mattress but a low pressure shower. The outdoor space to take your beer from the taproom was very enjoyable.
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