Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Hotels
Best Western Plus
8.6 (789 reviews)
1015 Rio Grande Northwest , Albuquerque , us

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)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 789 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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dacia solo_traveller us
7
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Teahonna solo_traveller us
4
Pros:

Propane leak and fire department blocked my car from entering secure parking. Attendant did not help steward

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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vle8701 Couples
2
Terrible service!! No hot water! No coffee!
Pros:

Customer service is lacking. When things go wrong, those in charge should handle them better. No hot water, no breakfast and no coffee. They just shrug their shoulders and acted like it was my problem, not theirs.

2026-06-09 via Tripadvisor
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Cheryl solo_traveller us
9
Great Stay for you and your pet!
Pros:

The location was great, easy off and on the interstate and very accommodating for our dog. There was a outlet dog potty areas with doggie bags and trash bins for easy disposal. Also loved and appreciated the fact that the entire parking area was fenced off. We ate at the restaurant in the hotel and it was very good.
I'd stay here again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend 👌

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Randy couple us
5
If I had not been so tired from drive and if it was still light I would not have stayed there.
Pros:

The restaurant was nice and convenient.

Cons:

It was difficult to enter into after dark.

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Silvano solo_traveller it
7
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Charles couple us
8
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Tom couple us
10
Enjoyed our stay
Pros:

Staff and breakfast

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Stephanie solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Shumake solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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burgess couple us
8
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Valista solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Kym hardy solo_traveller us
7
My usual stop and usually the best
Pros:

Location staff room size restaurant & Bar

Cons:

Mattress needs replacement

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Martin couple us
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Lynnielle solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The location was perfect. It is right off the highway. The hottest was a nice perk after a long drive. The restaurant served delicious food (especially the green chili).

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Josie solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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532ronr Couples
10
Southwest themed hotel with attached restaurant, excellent service.
Pros:

We’ve stayed here before, so it was my first choice in booking a last minute room Wednesday night, but they were out of Kings… so we booked at the Drury Inn.
The Drury turned into a fiasco, so at 9:00 at night we moved over to the Best Western Rio Grande… it was perfect!
First, the friendliness of the front desk.
Secondly, it was late. I was hungry, and I was very grateful to be able to sit down and have a real meal right there at the hotel. Excellent homemade tamales!!!
Parking around back within an enclosed fence was ample and secure.
The room is tastefully decorated, but more importantly… clean and comfortable!!!
Breakfast is not your average instant eggs and frozen potatoes… no! It’s a sit down fried eggs and bacon kind of breakfast!
Bonus… they even had Gluten Free Toast for those of us that are forced to eat gluten free!!!
And the waitstaff, both dinner and breakfast, were super!
Admittedly, I was in a very bad mood when I walked in, but I was well fed and well rested when I left.
Thanks Best Western!!!

2026-05-22 via Tripadvisor
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Dianna couple us
9
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple us
8
Very convenient and well-priced Old Town Albuquerque
Pros:

Very convenient to the highway, charmingly decorated, nice restaurant on-site.

Cons:

A lot of highway noise

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Peggy couple us
10
Pros:

Free breakfast for BW members

2026-05-14 via Nuitee