The Imperial
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes for most travellers who want a spotless, well-rated room on Route 66 with free parking, a pool and a gym at a mid-range price. Light sleepers should think twice, as guests report thin walls and loud air conditioning units.
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The Imperial is a 3-star hotel and our Best Value pick in Albuquerque. It fits road-trippers and drivers best: guests like the highway access, and the property lists free parking. Couples who want a clean base close to downtown restaurants will also do well here.
If you need quiet to sleep, this is the main risk. Several guests mention noise from neighbouring rooms through thin walls, and air conditioning units that run loud. Pack earplugs or ask for a quieter room when you book.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits at 701 Central Avenue Northeast, on Route 66. Its location score is 8.9 out of 10, and guests describe it as central, near downtown and restaurants.
Albuquerque Plaza is about 1 km away, around 13 minutes on foot. Isotopes Park is 1.8 km, about 23 minutes. San Felipe de Neri Church is 3.1 km, roughly 39 minutes, which is far, so plan on public transport or a taxi for that one. All walking times are straight-line estimates, so real routes may take longer.
What guests say
The score is 9.0 out of 10 from 802 reviews, which put it joint second of the 10 eligible hotels we looked at. Cleanliness gets the strongest praise, with guests calling rooms and common areas spotless and tidy. The Route 66 setting and the quick highway access also come up often.
Soundproofing is the weak point. Thin walls let noise from neighbours through, and the air conditioning units are described as loud.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, for 2 adults, was €113.75 per night, about €228 for both nights. The median among the hotels we compared was €108.46, so this sits slightly above the middle. These are not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Albuquerque Midtown by IHG (8.5), was €95.83 a night. Our Luxury pick, Comfort Suites Albuquerque Airport (9.2), was €125.29. For about €18 more than the Budget option you get a higher score, and the Luxury pick costs only about €12 more again.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 10 hotels in Albuquerque. The Best Value slot balances guest score, the number of reviews and the reference price, so it is not always the cheapest. A 9.0 from 802 reviews at a price close to the median made The Imperial the strongest balance in the sample.
Before you book
Breakfast is not confirmed in our data, so check your rate. The pool, gym and free parking are listed by the property, but opening times and any fees need checking for your dates.
Room size, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed. If noise matters, ask for a quiet room and read recent reviews about soundproofing.
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Is The Imperial in Albuquerque noisy?
Some guests report thin walls and loud air conditioning units. Light sleepers should bring earplugs and ask for a quieter room.
Does The Imperial have free parking?
Free parking is listed by the property. Confirm availability for your dates, especially if you travel with a large vehicle.
How far is The Imperial from Albuquerque Plaza?
About 1 km, roughly 13 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Isotopes Park is about 23 minutes away.
How much does The Imperial cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €113.75 per night. Check today's price for your dates, as rates change.
Does The Imperial have a pool?
Yes, a pool is listed among the facilities, along with a gym. Opening times and season are not confirmed, so check before you go.