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Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

2.0 star property

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Reception
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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4614 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, ABQ BioPark Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Tub W/grab Bars)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Tub W/grab Bars)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Suite, Non Smoking (1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Hot Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Bathtub Grab Bars, Non Smoking (1 King & 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Access)

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Suite, Bathtub Grab Bars, Non Smoking (1 King & 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Access)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite With One King Bed And One Queen Bed-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 King Beds, Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Suite With 1 King Bed And 1 Queen Bed, Tub With Grab Bars-Mobility Accessible Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Suite With Hot Tub-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

3 Queen Beds, Family Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible Room, Bathtub W/Grab Bars, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Lakefront motel with an indoor pool, near Old Town Plaza
An indoor pool, a fitness center, and a business center are available at this smoke-free motel. Free self-serve breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden.
Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Albuquerque Biological Park. Features include free breakfast and free self parking, plus an indoor pool.
  • Free self-serve breakfast served daily
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a business center
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Old Town Plaza and 6 minutes from Albuquerque Convention Center
Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Albuquerque motel is smoke free.

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This hotel features a Tesla charging station, and a universal electric vehicle charging station.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Sandia Peak Inn
Sandia Peak Inn a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham Motel

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 450 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victor

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca, COLORADO SPRINGS

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sai

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room we got was big and roomy, beds were comfy, bathroom door lock was not working but overall it was a very quiet and comfy place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darrel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Alma

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
My husband and I stayed here for two nights, we're from New Mexico. Parking and the room itself was totally fine. They DO NOT MENTION on their website or on Expedia that there is a $100 surprise cash/card deposit. PLEASE BE AWARE OF THAT. They will charge it AFTER they charge your card for your stay. Super last minute. Their water (sink and shower) is incredibly oxygenated with H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) and is usually not harmful to drink/use but too much can be. Our water came out milk-white, we didn't even want to drink it. I have had my hair dyed for a long time, it has never run or dyed anything else (bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, etc.) With their water, the dye came out and dyed all of the above that I used - including my neck. (This NEVER happens). I called my lawyer/uncle just to make sure it would be okay to talk to them about it, or to just move on, and he gave the all clear to explain the situation. The managing lady was incredibly rude to us about 1. asking my lawyer for advice, and 2. asking for my deposit back as I was unaware of their water. She yelled at my partner and I for about 10 minutes in the front lobby, just repeating herself about how we shouldn't have called our lawyer, accused us of making assumptions about them, accused us of calling the cops, and said we were being aggressive and rude to her over the phone. (My husband recorded the entire conversation - on the phone and in person, and took photos of the water). I recommend a more friendly place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven, Havertown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice hotel with a wonderful staff but. There is no gym, lake or garden.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie, Dunedin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the nostalgic Route 66 charm and great value! The front desk staff were warm and welcoming, and the room was very clean. The only downsides were a disorganized breakfast setup and some worn common areas like the pool. With a little extra care and upkeep, this could easily be a 5-star stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Devin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a bit shabby. The bathroom door was so swollen. I didn’t close. Breakfast was disappointing. However the staff was very friendly. And we were in Albuquerque during the balloon festival so finding lodging was quite difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
4/5 – Pleasant Stay with Exceptional Service and a Shower You Won’t Forget We stayed at Sandia Inn in Albuquerque during our road trip and were pleasantly surprised. The room was spacious, clean, and ready for us even though we checked in late — around 12:30 AM. The young woman at the front desk was prompt, polite, and incredibly helpful. Despite the late hour, she took the time to recommend several family-friendly activities nearby and made us feel welcome right away. We booked the suite with one king and one queen bed, which turned out to be perfect for our family of five. Our two-year-old shared the king bed with us, while our older kids (ages 10 and 4) took the queen. There was plenty of space for everyone to sleep comfortably and move around without feeling cramped. Now, as a licensed plumber, I have to mention one thing that stood out — the water pressure in the shower. I’ve seen a lot of plumbing setups in my career, and this one takes the cake. The pressure was extremely high — easily the strongest I’ve ever experienced in any hotel. While some might appreciate that level of force, it was bordering on uncomfortable. I’d strongly recommend that the property have a plumber inspect the system to ensure the pressure isn’t exceeding safe limits, both for guest comfort and to prevent potential damage to the plumbing lines. Overall, Sandia Inn provided a comfortable, clean, and family-friendly stay at a fair price. With a little adjustment to the water pressure, it would
Front of property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front desk staff. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Needs a Bit of Work.

Nice overall but has some issues. The hot/cold on the sink was reversed and the shower curtain was tub-length even though it was a step in shower so water on the floor. Breakfast was meager. Next to a fairly busy street, so some street noise. The owner/manager was super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

nicholas

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diego

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing staff, very clean and large room, cleaning 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Damon

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Do not stay here.

The road noise is very loud (the rooms are too close to the road). Small, roach-like bugs in the bathroom. The Air Conditioning unit was very loud in my room. Do not stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unsafe, Dirty, and No Security, Do not stay here!

We reserved this room based on the reviews. They were WRONG! Bad area with homeless and addicts. Next to Central Ave Very Loudbwithvcats and police sirens. No security on site. Someone smoking weed as we were going into room. The room looked nothing like the pictures, it was small and dingy and smelled of the disinfectant at the GOODWILL. We immediately felt unsafe. As someone approached us to buy stolen products. We did not want to stay and went to cancel our stay and find a safer location. We were told we were ok to cancel at first and follow up for refund. After 4 days we were advised the manager denied our refund even though we did not stay in the room AT ALL! The reviews and pictures do not match the actual location do not stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tabbatha

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charge me multiple times, refused refund

Overcharged by hotel, refused explanation or refund
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa Lee

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Owners were super nice but kind of hard to find. The front desk was not always manned. The breakfast had no protein options. The beds and pillows were comfortable and the shower got hot and stayed hot. The room was dirty. My white socks were black on the bottom after walking on the floor. It did get mopped after my second request.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025