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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

2.5 star property
Escape to a tranquil retreat with top-notch amenities nearby historic landmarks. Unwind in style after exploring Albuquerque's rich culture.

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Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn is steps from Old Town Plaza. Relax in the spa tub, garden, or outdoor pool. The Wild Avocado restaurant serves satisfying meals. Free parking and dry cleaning add convenience. Guests love the dining, staff, and location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Pet Friendly) | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Accessible Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, In-Room Safe, Wi-Fi, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Accessible, Tub

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Mini Fridge, Wi-Fi, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Pet Friendly Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Located in West Old Town, a neighborhood in Albuquerque, Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn is in a shopping district and near the airport. Albuquerque Museum and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science are cultural highlights, while Old Town Plaza is a notable landmark. Don't miss out on a visit to ABQ BioPark Zoo. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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1015 Rio Grande Blvd Nw, Albuquerque, NM, 87104

What's nearby

  • Albuquerque Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Old Town Plaza - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Indian Pueblo Cultural Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Brewing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Paxton's Taproom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cutbow Coffee Roastology - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

Hotel near Old Town Plaza
Located close to Albuquerque Museum and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Wild Avocado, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 173 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and cribs/infant beds

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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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • 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 6:00 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

  • Crib (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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1972
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (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 cable/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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
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
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Albuquerque
Best Western Rio Grande
Best Western Rio Grande Inn
Rio Grande Best Western
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Hotel Albuquerque
Best Western Albuquerque
Albuquerque Best Western
Best Plus Grande Albuquerque
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Hotel
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Albuquerque
Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Hotel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–10 PM.

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

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn on Jan 19, 2026 start from $109.64, 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 Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 100 (subject to availability).

Does Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–10 PM on request.

Where is Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn located?

Located in West Old Town, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Old Town Plaza, Albuquerque Museum, and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and ABQ BioPark Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, good location, clean room!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!! Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall friendly staff. Very good service in the restaurant. Decent room, location, and price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

leticia

Liked: Amenities
That is one of the best best Western hotels that I have stayed in. Love the motif the cleanliness having a restaurant and bar on site and being blocks away to old town would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable and the breakfast satifying.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities
Nice, clean hotel. Staff was friendly and the food was good. I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was all very friendly. What really won me over is the cute little dog bowls they had in our room. It's so nice they they are a pet friendly hotel that understand people traveling with pets. The room was very comfortable and super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. Great location, clean, friendly staff. Loved the Southwestern decor and fresh made to order breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy on/off the highway. Friendly staff, helpful. Cozy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in a great location. Staff was friendly & helpful at check in. Would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, just off interstate but quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was excellent very nice and clean and the staff were very friendly. The food at the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities and property were very nice. The staff was very professional. The pet fee was very reasonabIe. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Bed was okay, staff was great but sound proofing wasn’t the best
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and the property were excellent. Very nice rooms , and the staff is very accommodating. We will definitely be staying here again on our trips to az
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entire staff are very nice, the bar and restaurant have very good service, easy parking and very clean,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the decor. Super clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

VALERIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious room w doggie bowls and bed. Bit noisy next to highway and mattress could be upgraded, but it was a quick overnight stay. W fair price for Fido
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff. Walking distance to the old town and the botanic garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and inviting, staff, restaurant, and bar were great. We made a great last minute choice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, staff were very helpful and very polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & courteous
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane Heggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older feeling place but very comfortable. Great WiFi, super nice people and great food at the attached restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025