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Desert Sands Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Motel in the heart of Albuquerque

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Coffee service
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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
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Located in Northeast Heights, Desert Sands Inn & Suites offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking and barbecue grills while appreciating the helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
13317 Central Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87123

What's nearby

  • ABQ Uptown - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Kirtland Air Force Base - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Expo New Mexico - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Tingley Coliseum - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • University of New Mexico - 11 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 16 min drive
  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dion's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Weck's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Desert Sands Inn & Suites

At Desert Sands Inn & Suites, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of ABQ Uptown and Kirtland Air Force Base. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and snowboarding. Also, University of New Mexico and Albuquerque Convention Center are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Spanish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 67 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 10 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 122
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (centimetres): 122
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Quality Inn Albuquerque
Quality Albuquerque
Quality Inn
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Albuquerque
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel Albuquerque

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but The Downs Racetrack and Casino (9-min drive) and Sandia Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Desert Sands Inn & Suites and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation such as snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking.

What's the area around Desert Sands Inn & Suites like?

Desert Sands Inn & Suites is in Northeast Heights, a short 16-minute walk from Beverly Mountain Guides.

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Desert Sands Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable hotel. Friendly desk staff.
Erik, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent place to stay. Not expecting much. Just needed a place to sleep while traveling.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, peaceful, comfortable.
Senzaga, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and comfortable for the price. Will keep it in my favorites for my trips home.. thank you
Rebecca, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not recommended
Very bad area.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for the price no frills but had a refrig
Hotel was a good budget motel with refrigerator gated. Ok for a trip on a budget
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Don't skip this place!
We booked a very last minute stay while on our drive cross country and the proximity to the Freeway and the reviews mentioned very comfortable beds. Our bed and pillows were VERY comfortable, the lot was secured with security patrol, and the strong coffee in the lobby was the perfect touch at checkout. I would highly recommend you stay here!
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Felt very safe. You park inside a gated area. Staff were very helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable.
Joseph, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

It sucks.
Treat you like a criminal. Check the room before you check out to make sure you have not stolen anything. Have to sign a waiver you will have no guests. Have a gate to enter/exit. It's a prison. Not a hotel.
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel very convenient and close to everything. Very clean, and quiet,
Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I didn’t like how my key didn’t work and had issues opening my room, but i was transferred to another room that was better. The staff was very nice and helpful
Amanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Closer to freeways,shops
Jesus, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love the walking options to city transit and the proximity to great shopping. Food options are next door as well as groceries. Security is fantastic and the staff Rock!!
Marianne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was great visit
Korey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Vacation
It was very nice. A good hot shower comfy bed. Only complaint road noise. But can't really help that.
Cherylynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, way better than I expected
Peter, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Gated to keep zombies out. Staff was rude, room dloor was dirty, maid walked in on me half dressed
Craig, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Security was top notch!
Maxine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

excellent security guard and front desk support
Ramon C, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked that it was gated and had security.
Chandra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

State Fair weekend
I came forva car show at the fairgrounds. The staff were friendly & professional, clean room, comfortable bed, nice cold AC, gated parking lot. A bit noisy at night due to the reving up of cars getting on and off I-40, but after I fell asleep, it was a comfortable night.
Jose, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good!
Peggy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful motel - very clean and very easy check-in and checkout.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Convenient to interstate. Gated entry. However, the proximity to interstate and the local traffic made for a sleepless night.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

East check in and comfortable bed
Andrew, 1-night trip