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The Imperial

2.5 star property
Motel with 3 restaurants, near University of New Mexico

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Restaurant
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen
Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Seasonal outdoor pool
In the heart of Huning Highland Historic District, The Imperial is a vibrant retreat. Relax in the outdoor pool or unwind with a drink at the bar, and enjoy meals at one of three on-site restaurants. With laundry facilities and free self parking, your stay is sure to be hassle-free.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Dishwasher
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
701 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Old Town Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 14 min walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Tucanos Brazilian Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪66 Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪D G's Deli & Market - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Imperial

Motel near University of New Mexico
Near Albuquerque Convention Center, The Imperial provides a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 56 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Imperial have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial ?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $163.83, excluding 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.

Is The Imperial pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Imperial ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Imperial ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Imperial ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Imperial located?

Located in Huning Highland Historic District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center, University of New Mexico, and Albuquerque Convention Center. Fresenius Medical Care at Heart Hospital Of New Mexico and Sunshine Theater are also within 15 minutes. Alvarado Transportation Center is 14 minutes by foot.

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The Imperial Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 204 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sidney R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Clean facility in a quiet and convenient area. Try the burger joint across the street. The food and service there were great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Keigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonable price for a decent room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable and the room was charming!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an adorable, wonderfully retro-themed motel. You can tell it was renovated with thought and whimsy. Very, very comfortable and sparkling clean. You can tell that the cleaning staff truly cares about the property and their guests. Wonderful place to stay in Albuquerque. Close to university and hospital. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous restoration of a Route 66 landmark
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly receptionist, very cute modern deco and the cleanness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Modern funky vibe. Lots of amenities. Laundry, pool, gym, coffee shop, restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Imperial was a great choice for our overnight stay in Albuquerque. The room was pleasantly decorated with thoughtful touches including a cool mini fridge -a nice change from chain motels. The staff was really nice and quick to supply extra towels. Comfy bed. Only problem was tight parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with fun, reto look. Friendly staff. On site bar and restaurant with great Taco/Margarita restaurant across the street. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was very clean and the room was nice I just wish the bar was a little better.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited walkable places to eat however a very short drive plenty to chose by the university Not so good area outside hotel property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great room. Unique decor, route 66 style
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat little retro motel. Staff was great. Dining options were great at the diner on property. For fans of breaking bad the crossroads motel is just a block away. Safe and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, bed was a little hard but other then that it was great. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute retro motel. The restaurant was closed for maintenance which was a bummer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great retro hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff. Room was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

brien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff welcomed us like old friends. They gave excellent tips on where to go and easiest way to move about the city. The retro renovations give it a cool vibe, look forward to returning in the future
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasantly Surprised Motel

The Motel that i would stay at again in a heartbeat. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The food hall filled up with visitors once karaoke startes.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

*

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice service
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retro motel

This was a clean motel with a really neat retro vibe. It felt a lot like the 50’s with the decor theme but everything was fresh and clean. Very impressed and I would stay here again when visiting Albuquerque.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nicely renovated property, upscale but a throwback to the classic Route 66 feel. It was nearby downtown ABQ enough that I could walk there so it was a perfect stop along the main drag.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yongjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff and Clean, safety place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Remodeled Motel In A Great Location

We were impressed with the remodel done on this property. It is in a great location and has laundry. We will definitely stay here again when in Albuquerque!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Good rates, nice retro decor, very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024