Travelers find a perfect urban retreat in Huning Highland Historic District where mornings begin with coffee and evenings wind down with handcrafted cocktails
The Imperial, in Huning Highland Historic District, offers a vibrant retreat with an outdoor pool, bar, and three on-site restaurants. Guests enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and free self-parking.
Located in Huning Highland Historic District, a neighbourhood in Albuquerque, The Imperial is near the airport and near a metro station. ABQ Uptown and Coronado Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Balloon Fiesta Park and Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Popejoy Hall and ABQ BioPark Zoo are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Albuquerque travel guide
At The Imperial , you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
A seasonal outdoor pool
Free self-parking
A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a banquet hall
Room features
All 56 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
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Air conditioning
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 15 October to 30 April:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 31 May to 01 October
Frequently asked questions
Does The Imperial have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 15 until April 30.
How much does it cost to stay at The Imperial ?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Imperial on 22 Mar 2026 start from ฿3,186, 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 The Imperial pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Imperial ?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Imperial ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Imperial ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Imperial located?
Located in Huning Highland Historic District, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fresenius Medical Care at Lovelace Medical Center and University of New Mexico. Fresenius Medical Care at Heart Hospital Of New Mexico and Fresenius Medical Care at Kindred Hospital Of Albuquerque are also within 10 minutes. Alvarado Transportation Center is 14 minutes by foot.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Imperial Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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This is such a hidden gem! Central location, close to lots of restaurants - many on site- and an easy drive to Old Town. Rooms are great - they thought of everything you'd need and it's newly updated. Asked for restaurant recommendations upon check in and OMG the two she recommended were phenomenal (Cocina Azul and M'Tuccis). Everyone we talked to on the property was kind and courteous and made our stay seamless.
Sydney
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Mellisa
2 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Renovated motel. Funky but interesting. Staff is great.
Loved this place! Clean, comfortable, quiet, and well located. Loved the funky vibe and cool format w food vendors, bar and coffee shop. The BEST coffee! Highly recommend.
Will
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia
8 Oct 2025
Cute retro motel. Staff was very friendly. Beds are comfortable and place is very clean
Yasmani did a wonderful job preparing our room for us and I had great interactions with Noah the evening night clerk and morning clerk that made us a lovely latte and matcha. I can’t remember her name but she was stellar, very helpful.Very cute merchandise and all of the spaces were clean. I clean for a living. Great location for activities around the town, we experienced the chile drop about 10 minutes away. We can’t wait to return.
This retro motel is just fun. Nicely appointed, clean and the beds are so comfortable. They really have nailed the retro experience in the best way! Would love to stay here again.
What a gem in Albuquerque! A fantastic renovation of a mid century Route 66 motel - super clean and comfortable with free parking and the amenities of a much pricier hotel. Also across the street is an outstanding brunch at the Grove cafe and market. We had a wonderful stay and will definitely be back! Thanks to the kind and accommodating front desk staff!
The retro was fun and the rooms were comfortable
You all need some improvement in the bar area…warm beer and more attention to his buds at the bar than to others
The room was spotless and extremely comfortable! Great proximity to everything to everything I was there for. Laundry and gym were great! It was too cold to use the pool but the facilities are beautiful. WiFi was spot on.
A nice looking, neat, clean room. Staff was very friendly and helpful. One concern was the heat/AC system ...It was constantly on and off and quite loud ...to the point it was disturbing to sleeping ... and in general disturbing... off for 30 seconds and then loud for 90 seconds ALL NIGHT ...couldn't adjust to keep fan on ...decor adorable ...with some outside noises.
Bernie
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Horst
9 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice new motel with pleasant rooms in modern design. liked it very much. all staff very friendly.
only negative point: the pool was very cold, should be at least a little bit heated. I chose this motel due to the pool. would choose another one next time.