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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Old Town Plaza

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)
Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Lobby
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

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1015 Rio Grande Blvd Nw, Albuquerque, NM, 87104
  • Old Town Plaza
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Albuquerque

At Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Old Town Plaza and Albuquerque Museum. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Wild Avocado, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this West Old Town hotel include New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

What's nearby

  • Old Town Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • University of New Mexico - 6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 12 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baskin-Robbins - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cutbow Coffee Roastology - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪D. H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Hotel with free parking, near Old Town Plaza
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2497 square feet (232 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn. An area shuttle within 1 mi and A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) are free. Self parking is free.

This Albuquerque hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2497 sq ft of conference space
  • 232 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1972
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn offers 173 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Albuquerque hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 7 AM to 10 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • Area shuttle
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Wild Avocado

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,497 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48.28 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48.28 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Plus Rio Grande
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Albuquerque
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Rio Grande Best Western
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Hotel Albuquerque
Best Western Albuquerque
Albuquerque Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Yep, Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

As of 19 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$214.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7 AM to 10 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 6 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7 AM - 10 PM on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Dogs are welcome at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mihajlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff is very friendly. Comfortable, nice rooms. Great breakfast. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virgil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kisha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ETHYLENA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
It was a great stay. Glad the pool/jacuzzi was open with a dome covering it during these colder months. Great service and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fritz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
O.K. for Quick Stay
This is near the intersection of I 25 and I 40 with fairly easy on and off. Pro: Close to freeway Quiet Walking distance to Starbucks, gas station Store, Range Cafe! In house bar In house Restaurant Cons: Dated Have to walk outside to get to Lobby This s one of my regular stays when I travel through ABQ On our way to Colorado And will likely use again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay. The area not so good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Cadmiel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

randall

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not comfortable at all
I'm surprised about the high reviews this hotel received. The hotel is very outdated. It's also too close to the interstate. Traffic noise from the interstate comes through the windows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t get the key .. they open the door for us so we had a hard time getting our belongings .. so sad..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
..
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They turned me away at the door. Told me to contact hotels.com for a refund. Wasnt able to contact anyone from hotels.com. basically lost all of the money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Arman

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible experience. We were given a dirdy not cleaned room. After an argumen we were provided with a new room. Receptionist Sara didnt provide us with breakfast vouchers. Shame , shame , shame on Best Wrstern....never again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very secure property with alot of homeless surrounding property. Downtown ABQ youre paying for secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024