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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Airport by IHG

Stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Airport, featuring free WiFi, indoor pool, and 24-hour fitness center. Close to Albuquerque Museum and ABQ International Sunport.

1921 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106, United States View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 834 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort and convenient location

Visitors appreciate the clean, well-maintained rooms and welcoming staff. The hotel’s proximity to the airport, local colleges, and major highways suits various travelers seeking easy access to Albuquerque’s attractions and business areas.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly and helpful staff, frequently mentioned by name for outstanding service at the front desk.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with practical amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and good bathroom supplies.
  • Complimentary breakfast offering a good variety including coffee, cheese omelets, sausages, yogurt, and pastries.
  • Convenient location near the airport, Interstate 25 & 40, and nearby college campuses.
  • On-site facilities such as a well-equipped 24-hour fitness center and an inviting coffee bar in the lobby.

Worth knowing

  • Some guests noted occasional issues with water pressure in showers, though it did not greatly affect their stays.
  • Pet fee applies for travelers with dogs; however, the charge is considered reasonable by pet owners.
  • Despite Albuquerque’s general urban challenges, guests felt safe on-site and appreciated staff attentiveness to security.
  • Breakfast and coffee are served in the lobby rather than in-room, which may appeal to some but not others.
  • The hotel offers a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ travelers.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking convenient access to Albuquerque airport and local transportation routes.
  • Visitors attending nearby colleges or events at the Isotopes baseball field and Duke City BMX track.
  • Business travelers who appreciate reliable WiFi and comfortable accommodations.
  • LGBTQ+ friendly guests looking for inclusive lodging options.
  • Pet owners needing lodging that welcomes small dogs with manageable fees.
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About this property

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Airport by IHG

Located near Albuquerque International Sunport and the University of New Mexico campus, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Airport by IHG offers contemporary lodging suitable for travelers seeking convenience and straightforward amenities. The hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and free WiFi, making it a practical choice for both leisure and business guests. Breakfast is included, providing a simple start to the day as noted by several guests appreciating the decent offerings.

The property serves multiple functions, including hotel accommodation, a conference center, and a wedding venue, reflecting its versatility in welcoming a range of visitors. The surrounding area includes student housing, recreational sports venues, and attractions such as the Albuquerque Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, which are popular with guests seeking local experiences.

Guest feedback highlights a generally clean and comfortable environment with friendly, helpful staff. Some reviews praise the attentive service at the front desk and the calm atmosphere within the hotel, although comments about occasional neighborhood concerns and modest room features suggest it is best suited for travelers looking for reliable rather than luxurious accommodations. The location is frequently noted for its ease of access to the airport and major highways, appealing especially to those visiting nearby institutions or in transit.

The hotel is LGBTQ+ friendly and offers straightforward amenities such as flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and in-room climate control. Check-in begins at 3 PM, and check-out is at 11 AM, supporting typical travel schedules. Nearby hotels provide alternatives within close proximity, indicating a competitive area geared toward practical stays.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Hot tub
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Ivebeeneverywhereman Mar 29, 2026
10

Cleam hotel, nice location and appetizer happy hours. Very friendly staff and wide open lobby with plenty of places to sit and relax, also a full bar with both alcohol and non alcoholic drinks. Rooms are clean and nice size. A must mentiom, Destiny at the front desk is a absolute Rockstar! Without going into detail she helped me with a situations like a true professional. Thank you Destiny!

TD
Terre DeLong Mar 18, 2026
10

Sara doesn’t know what she’s talking about. It’s an Holiday Inn in ABQ…not the Ritz. OMG your sheets smelled of bleach. You mean they smelled clean! If they smelled like flowers you’d probably complain about the fabric softener giving you a rash as well. I’ve never seen homeless people wondering around here. I’ve seen them in the area but again…ABQ. During my last stay, the only sketchy person I saw was some guy driving up to me in the parking lot to give me a fake sad story and trying to get money out of me. As he was doing this, one of the staff members came out to watch what was happening just in case I need help. This last stay here, the room was clean, the wifi is fast, the new coffee machine make a good cup of coffee, the staff were all super nice and helpful. Even the young lady working at night only gave me a little bit of well deserved grief the 3rd time I locked myself out of my room. I like this location as it near to the airport, the AFB and the college. The last two being import because that’s where my customers are located. I’ll stay here again.

BRE
B&C Real Estate Solutions Mar 06, 2026
10

I’ve stayed there a ton of times over the last 10 years. The place is clean and organized. The staff is friendly and helpful. The breakfast is included and pretty decent.

DS
Dean Sabotkoski Feb 18, 2026
10

Great! This place was great. The towels were fluffy, and the room was great. I was about to eat my chocolate mint when someone knocked on the door and stole my lucky signed glow-in-the-dark snorkel! But the rest of the place was great, especially the location!

WH
William Hunt Feb 16, 2026
10

Great location near airport and Interstates 25 & 40. Welcoming staff, including Alyssa, who reached out to us periodically during trip to see how things were. Hotel is spotless. Complimentary breakfast is ample including coffee, juice, cheese omelets, yogurt, sausage and pastries. Bathtub/shower combo has containers of Dove shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Room has thermostat, flat-screen television, fridge, microwave, iron, ironing board, and digital alarm clock. We are happy with our choice and would definitely stay here agan.

MW
M Wade Jan 07, 2026
10

Friendly Staff, clean room. I travel with a small dog and there was a $30 charge which is not bad I've had way higher Shower was hot and I've had plenty of times with Luke warm water or no hot water at all. Which is surprising.

MGS
Mary Girl Sanchez Dec 29, 2025
10

I really like this hotel. I stayed here before and enjoy my stay every time. It's clean, staff are nice and friendly. Have always felt welcome here.

MM
Meredith Mansell Dec 25, 2025
10

I was visiting my boyfriend who goes here for school over the past weekend. When I arrived, I did get here some hours early before the confirmed check-in time. I forgot her name, but a nice lady at the front desk was more than happy to check me in early. The room itself was comfortable and nice to stay in. The bathroom was spacious and had the absolute best lighting for me to do my makeup in. I suppose the only problem I had was just the water pressure not being too great in the shower, but it really isn't a big deal to me. In this hotel, the coffee is not in the room but rather in the lobby. I actually quite like it, because they had an entire coffee bar spread there. The breakfast was also quite enjoyable. As a female solo traveler, I did feel safe staying here and in this area. When I come back to visit in the future, I will definitely stay here again!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Airport by IHG

Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

College campus area with student housing, Isotopes’ baseball field & the Duke City BMX track.

  • Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center 1 hr 4 Walk
  • Yale @ Gibson 2 min Walk
  • Gibson @ Yale 4 min Walk
  • Albuquerque International Sunport 13 min Car · 7 min Transit
  • Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) 54 min Car
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