The Imperial

Hotels
9 (864 reviews)
701 Central Avenue Northeast , Albuquerque , us

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Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Friendly staff
Good amenities
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Noise issues
Slow check-in service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
Most reviews praised the cleanliness, with mentions of clean rooms and tidy environments.
Service
9.25
Many guests highlighted friendly and professional staff, contributing to a positive service experience.
Location
8.75
Generally favorable, with easy access to the freeway and downtown, although some noise issues were noted.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms were described as clean, tidy, and comfortable, with some additional comments on the retro style.
Amenities
9.25
The hotel offers many modern amenities like a coffee shop and food court, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Value for Money
8.75
Guests felt the experience justified the price, although some concerns about being charged early were mentioned.
Food and Beverage
9.25
The on-site restaurant received positive remarks, especially for the quality of food served.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall guest sentiment was highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 03:26

Property Description

Featuring a bar, The Imperial is a 3-star hotel in Albuquerque with a sun terrace and kitchenette options. Enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk in a convenient location near popular attractions.

Convenient Location
Explore Albuquerque's attractions including the Convention Center and Chamber of Commerce just steps away.

Comfortable Rooms
Relax in air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and the option for a kitchenette in selected rooms.

On-Site Amenities
Unwind in the shared lounge, catch up on cable channels on the TV, and enjoy the convenience of a dishwasher in select rooms.

Book your stay at The Imperial for a memorable Albuquerque experience.

Important information:

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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Swimming pool: Closed from Tue, Oct 13, 2026 until Sat, May 1, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 864 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Artur • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • couple • au
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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nick • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Staff is friendly and the coffee is amazing!

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Marc • extended_group • fr
7
Motel correct
Pros:

Le look du motel

Cons:

La clim nous a joué un tour au milieu de la nuit 🥵

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Annette • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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pablo • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Gary • solo_traveller • us
9
Creating Great Memories
Pros:

They hit the nail on the head for the nostalgia factor with a motor court that is as modernized as it can be. Good work

Cons:

I found the site of the motel to be anchored in a fairly congested feeling spot on old Route 66. Not that big of a deal

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Calla • couple • us
10
Highly recommend this gem for a solid night’s sleep and beyond your expectations.
Pros:

Throwback to 50’s style, updated with all the amenities you’d look for in modern hotel. Plush beds and linens. Very clean and quiet

Cons:

They place an additional $100 hold on your card when paying. It is an industry practice but annoying all the same.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Tammy • couple • us
10
I will stay here again.
Pros:

I loved the pool, the comfortable bed, the cleanliness of the room.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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LESLIE • solo_traveller • th
8
A one night stay with a bit of a difference
Pros:

A big surprise! Check in was good and efficient and friendly. The surprise was the room-very quirky,modern and minimalist.It was clean and felt bigger than it was but I was pleased. There is a burger grill bar immediately across the road which was handy for me as unfortunately I had a problem with my Rental car and it took a couple of hours out of my time to find the local facility and sort it out. So my time was cut down but I enjoyed my stay and it was good value for money

Cons:

nothing not to like

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
9
A stop off on our Route 66 journey
Pros:

Rooms were very clean and comfortable. The staff were amazing nothing too much trouble for them. The rooms are equipped with clothes steamers but due to a disability its hard to lift my arms. I asked for and Iron and a board and it was sent to our room. Our family was coming from Scotland to meet us on the day of check.out we asked if we could keep the room for a couple of hours till they arrived and they done this foc, cant thank them enough.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Bryce • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The person working the desk and working the coffee bar was super friendly and helpful. I also really dig the 60s throwback vibe, though I know it won’t be to everyone’s taste. To me, it was a little kitschy, but totally fun for a night in a hotel.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • us
9
Phenomenal other than the air-conditioning unit
Pros:

Updated, great location, great staff, fun, and very clean !

Cons:

The only thing we didn’t like was the air conditioning was very loud every time it’s cycled on and off, which was very frequently all night

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Ionela • extended_group • us
3
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • couple • us
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
If you are staying in Albuquerque and want a pleasant experience with. Hipster vibe this place is for you. Plenty of foo
Pros:

We loved that when we went to check in we checked in at the coffee shop which was quirky and fun. We were greeted with a warm hello and everything went smoothly. Our room had everything we needed, was clean, comfortable and stylish decor. The Imperial had a terrific pool and plenty of lounge chairs and was being respectfully enjoyed by a nice crowd. The property has restaurants, a salon studio, a little serenity shop, a guitar lesson studio... it was filled with all kinds of cool community stuff. I highly recommend. There is a terrific vegan diner next door. We went there twice.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Lance • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Didn't realize it was a motel. However, the room was quite modern, like a modern hotel. Very up to date, nothing was outdated. I was impressed with the overall appearance and room.

Cons:

Staff was ok, some were very accommodating. Others not, so my key card wasn't working, so I went to the front desk to have it reactivated. The two desk clerks were talking about upcoming drinks for a customer. I'm not sure if they were changing shifts. They make custom drinks at Imperial, but the drink conversation lingered while I stood there for a good five minutes. When I checked out, the process seemed long. I'm not sure if they were checking for pending charges or payments.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Michah • solo_traveller • us
10
Great stay, would return!
Pros:

I loved the spacious room with lots of amenities and very cute!

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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G • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee