Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

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Best Western Plus
8.6 (692 reviews)
1015 Rio Grande Northwest , Albuquerque , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free beach shuttle
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Comfortable rooms
Great location
Cons:
Traffic noise
Difficult access to side door
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Reviews were mixed, with some positive mentions but negative aspects noted, such as the jacuzzi area and the need for window cleaning.
Service
9.1
Many reviews highlighted excellent service across various staff members, indicating a strong performance.
Location
8.6
The location was frequently praised for being close to attractions like Old Town and dining options.
Room Quality
8.6
Most guests found the rooms to be spacious, comfortable, and clean.
Amenities
8.6
Positive mentions of the restaurant and pet-friendly policy, though some specific amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
8.1
Concerns were raised regarding pricing in light of noted issues with the property.
Food and Beverage
9.1
The on-site restaurant received excellent feedback for the food quality and breakfast service.
Overall Experience
8.6
Most reviews indicated a happy experience with a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 01:59

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn boasts a covered outdoor pool with a relaxing hot tub, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Guests can also stay active at the modern fitness center or stay connected with complimentary high-speed internet access.

Dining Experience
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey at The Wild Avocado, offering scrumptious meals throughout the day in a laid-back setting. End your day on a high note by savoring a drink at the vibrant Cork & Tap lounge.

Convenient Services
Whether it's a refreshing swim, a satisfying meal, or a well-deserved cocktail, this hotel has everything you need for a memorable stay. Book now and experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn.

Important information:

The Hotel will not rent a room to an individual who resides within the Albuquerque Metro area and a thirty-five (35) mile radius beyond Albuquerque.

The Hotel will check identification documents of guests and confirm the guests’ residence addresses for the uniform application of the policy.

If a potential guest requests an exception to this policy (e.g., based upon an emergency or fulfilling of a lawful duty or service), the Hotel reserves the absolute right and discretion to decide the exception based upon evidence requested from and provided by the guest. Any such exception shall only be made by a member of the Hotel’s management. Exceptions may also be made for group blocks of rooms that are related to events at the hotel.

This policy will not be applied in a discriminatory manner – decisions will not be made based upon a person’s race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Management reserves the right to amend this policy from time-to-time in its sole discretion.

The hotel does not accept cats.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABQ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$0 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 5.14
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: Yes
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 692 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.1
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Tenny • couple • us
9
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Tenny • couple • us
9
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Fred • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Staff was great

Cons:

Perfect hotel

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Fred • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
10
Pros:

Super friendly staff. They even had a goody bag for our dog. Dinher attached restaurant was deliscious as was the complimentary made to order breakfast.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Loretta • couple • us
9
Wonderful place. Quiet and clean with plenty of extras.
Pros:

Great place with restaurant and bar. Quiet and clean. Wonderful perks and pet friendly too.

Cons:

No microwave in room.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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MICHAEL • couple • us
9
Pros:

Very dog friendly room with bowl and dog bed provided

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Fatima • extended_group • us
9
Great stay. Would stay again.
Pros:

The breakfast was really good. I also liked the coffee/tea/water station and the staff was very friendly.

Cons:

The location is not the best - there is some homelessness close by.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Maritza • couple • us
10
I would stay here again!
Pros:

Easy access, plenty of parking and the small areas for animals were great and clean.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Callie • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Hotel brought a taste of Albuquerque and the Southwest to its decor. Staff was friendly

Cons:

Pillows were too soft. Parking lot was awkward once gates were closed, but I do appreciate the security with closing the gates.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Brent • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ron • couple • us
8
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • couple • us
10
Cons:

Breakfast was good but not included in the price of the room. Thought Breakfast was a little pricey.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Angel • couple • us
1
Nos negaron el acceso
Pros:

No nos permitieron entrar

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Eric • couple • us
5
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • us
9
Returned to this Best Western having experienced it with a Roads Scholar trip a few years ago.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast. Convenient location.

Cons:

Would like body wash and shampoo on wall in shower.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Maryann • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Excellent decor. Friendly staff.

2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Li • couple • us
1
Cons:

Everything

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee