Best Western Rio Grande Inn - Old Town in Albuquerque, NM

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Best Western Rio Grande Inn - Old Town

Location. The Best Western Rio Grande Inn-Old Town is in Albuquerque, N.M. The hotel is four blocks from the historic Old Town Plaza, the city's center since 1706. Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, American International Rattlesnake Museum and the Albuquerque Museum are two blocks away.
Hotel Features. Featuring a stucco exterior and a lobby with southwestern artwork and ceiling beams, the Best Western Rio Grande Inn-Old Town resembles an old pueblo. The hotel includes Albuquerque Grill, serving American and New Mexican cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Best Western Rio Grande Inn-Old Town's Zia Lounge has a full bar, a television and artwork by local artists. The hotel's indoor pool converts into an outdoor pool April through October. Cardiovascular equipment and a weight machine are included in the hotel's fitness center. Business services and event space are available.

Guestrooms. Guestrooms at the Best Western Rio Grand Inn-Old Town feature hand-crafted furnishings, original artwork and southwestern patterned fabrics in deep burgundy, turquoise, light grey and cream. Rooms have complimentary wireless Internet access and desks or tables with chairs. Refrigerators and coffeemakers are included.

Expert Tip. Since its inception in 1972, the internationally-recognized Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta spans 78 acres and ten days in October. The festival features hot air balloon shows, including Balloon Glows, with glowing hot air balloons floating through the night sky. Hot air balloon rides and roasting chili peppers are available.

Surrounding Area

OLD TOWN

Room Information - Best Western Rio Grande Inn - Old Town

Bed Type:  Short Description: Santa Fe double queen Long Description: Two queen beds. Handcrafted furnishings and original artwork in Southwestern colors. Desk. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Clock radio. Free local calls. Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.  Bed Type:  Short Description: Santa Fe King Long Description: One king bed. Handcrafted furnishings and original artwork in Southwestern colors. Desk. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Clock radio. Free local calls. Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board.

Property Information

Check In Time - 3 p.m.
Check Out Time - 12 p.m.
Credit card required
Deposit required upon check-in
Extra person charges
Floors - 4
Guestrooms - 173
Interior corridors
Minimum check-in age - 21
Photo identification required
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk

Star rating: 2.5

Check in time is 3:00 PM, Check out time is 12:00 PM.

Area Activities

Maxwell Museum of Anthropology: 2 blocks
American International Rattlesnake Museum: 2 blocks
Albuquerque Museum: 2 blocks  
New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science: 2 blocks  
Old Town Plaza: 4 blocks
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center: 1.0 mile
Albuquerque Biological Park: 1.0 mile
Albuquerque Convention Center: 2.0 miles
Rio Grande Zoo: 2.0 miles
New Mexico State Fairgrounds: 7.0 miles
National Atomic Museum: 10.0 miles
Balloon Fiesta Park: 10.0 miles

Driving Directions - Best Western Rio Grande Inn - Old Town

From Albuquerque International Sunport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is eight miles.

Take I-25 North to I-40 West.
Take Exit 157A.
The hotel is located on the left.