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The Monterey Motel

2.0 star property
Guests warm up by the lobby fireplace or cool off in the outdoor pool at this well-located motel with helpful staff and local tips.

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The Monterey Motel sits in West Old Town's walkable neighborhood, making it easy for travelers to explore the area on foot. The property features a cozy lobby with a fireplace, an outdoor swimming pool, complimentary in-room WiFi, and an on-site bar for evening relaxation.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Double Beds

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About the area

West Old Town, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, is home to The Monterey Motel. Amapola Gallery and American International Rattlesnake Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and ABQ BioPark Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Isotopes Park or The Pit. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
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2402 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • I love this photo- this friendly guy looks suspended in time as if the moment I clicked the camera button I captured him perfectly... Of course that means that his release began the second my finger let go of the button!
    ABQ BioPark Aquarium
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Town Albuquerque, NM
    Old Town Plaza
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rio Grande Botanical Garden featuring a park and interior views
    ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Albuquerque Museum
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center
    9 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    16 min walk
  • Duran Central Pharmacy
    11 min walk
  • Los Compadres Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • D. H. LESCOMBES WINERY & BISTRO - Old Town Albuquerque
    16 min walk

About this property

The Monterey Motel

Motel near University of New Mexico
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception at The Monterey Motel. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and concierge services
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Monterey Motel have thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 October to 30 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 31 May to 01 October

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Monterey Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 until April 30.

Is The Monterey Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Monterey Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Monterey Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Monterey Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Monterey Motel located?

Located in West Old Town, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of ABQ BioPark Aquarium, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden and Albuquerque Biological Park. Amapola Gallery and American International Rattlesnake Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Monterey Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 423 out of 643 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 643 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 643 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 643 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 643 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, great staff, the onsite pub was the perfect place to watch a football game after a long day of traveling. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is awesome, location is great, room is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful room, wonderful staff. My husband and I will definitely be making this place our go-to spot to stay every time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cutest Motel. Nicely updated and clean. When you check in you can enjoy a beverage at the Lounge. Restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great memory foam bed, recently remodeled with latest amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

George R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavithra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so well decorated and the amenities were great. The free drinks are a great little perk. The bed was super comfortable and I loved having the parking right in front of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice, the staff were extremely helpful throughout our stay, and the room was amazing! The bed was comfortable, the shower was hot and spacious, and the room was clean as could be.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was nice and so was the room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Modern decor and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly and helpful, great little motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location to Old Town. Adequate accommodation for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very modern, well-appointed facility. Missed having an iron & ironing board, but otherwise comfortable. We also enjoyed having a drink in the lounge onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice locally owned hotel near Old Town. Reasonably priced and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, very comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, and refurbishment of an old classic motel was very well done which added a nice nights stay on our Route 66 trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

We loved the retro feel and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
King size bed with shower was perfect. Free coffee in the lounge too. Very walkable to a few restaurants. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very new and updated, great area - great food within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for walking at BioPark and to Old Town. Loved finding the excellent restaurant Buen Provecho just up the street a bit. Kind helpful hosts. Very comfortable bed and very quiet for sleeping. Nice size of room. Only suggestion is one more chair with a back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean and comfy. The bed was really nice. The only constructive criticism I could offer is that the shower needs a curtain or door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room & bath. Cute place. Bed was very comfortable. WIFI didn’t work till the next morning when we were leaving but that was minor as we weren’t there to surf the internet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms closer to the road were noisy during the night. Room was exceptionally clean. Check in was efficient once I realized where it was. Parking is tight!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025