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

Exactly what you should expect from an old hotel for the asking price. Pros: it had a bed and everything technically worked. Cons: We have been a scent free household for several years now, so the overwhelming scent when we walked in had to be aired out. My husband likely would have made the decision to switch hotels had it been refundable just from that. Iykyk. The location is very loud; there was a car show down the street with revving and squealing tires till very late, it’s right on Route 66 so that may be a factor. The exterior doors didn’t do much to help with sound. We were on the main level and the room above us thumped and banged all night. The actual shower has been painted at some point in the past, so it had peeling areas that were quite unsightly, and the curtain rod was broken off the wall on one end and balanced on the upper lip of the shower wall. Limescale build up had the water spraying in more than one direction, but for the most part it stayed in the shower. Water was hot, it worked well enough to get cleaned up. Other than the few really dark hairs that didn’t belong to us, and the limescale build up, everything in the room was clean. My husband liked the mattress, I (mid 40s female) hated it. My hips and back could not manage to stay in bed past 5:30am, at which point I got up and got ready for the day. Once the lights came on a cockroach ran under the little fridge…. And then we packed up and got out of there. I can’t say anything about the breakfast since we didn’t try it. If you’re not picky and don’t mind “it works, but it’s not nice” and the odd bug, this will be great. Personally, I will spend the extra $20 and stay somewhere else.

My husband and I visited Albuquerque for the first time this weekend and stayed one night here. Prior to our trip, we researched hotels and read reviews. The one thing we noticed with this one in particular was the owner responded to most concerns or negative feedback. We knew we wouldn’t be in the hotel room much, but wanted a clean room in a safe location and fair price. The hotel is not far from Old Town which was a plus. Staff was very friendly. Our first floor room was clean, the bed was comfortable, toilet flushed, water pressure in the shower was good and the bathroom sink/counter looked new. Really only a couple of minor negatives- one being the room did smell of a strong cleaning chemical and it bothered my throat some. The tub was a bit dingy, but just from age not because it wasn’t clean. We did notice some reviews complaining about road noise. Keep in mind the hotel sits on Route 66, and yes some folks like to rev their engines and you will hear traffic; however, we both slept great. We didn’t hear noise from any of the rooms around us. The exterior of the hotel was cute and clean. No issues with parking. The breakfast was pretty standard, but great that it was included. We enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again.

The ratings for this motel mislead me to stay here and I regret it. It’s definitely worth it to pay a few more bucks for a better hotel because this place truly sucks. 1) showers were not warm enough and the shower heads are terrible. The water heaters either need to be turned up or replaced. 2) bed is old and way too soft. 3) came into room to a piece of broken furniture laying on the table. The handyman to this facility is clearly incompetent because every repair was extremely ghetto. 4) the motel right at an intersection where there’s a bunch of loud cars racing at night. It gets waaaay too loud to sleep until around 2am when the traffic dies down. 5) got a lecture on the strict non smoking policy to the point it was obnoxious. I’m not even a smoker. 6) on checkout day I got a knock on my door exactly at 11 when the owner gave me 5 min to leave which caused me to rush and forget my milk in the fridge. I don’t understand why they were strict about this when there were clearly many vacancies. 7) I got a spider bite when staying here. The room was quite dirty.

“Exceptional Stay with Clean and Comfortable Rooms” I had a fantastic experience at this motel! The staff were incredibly welcoming and went out of their way to ensure my stay was comfortable. The room was spotless, and the bed was super comfortable, making it easy to relax after a long day. I was pleasantly surprised by how quiet it was at night, ensuring a restful sleep. The amenities provided everything I needed, and the value for money is unbeatable. The location is also convenient, making it a great choice for both short and long stays. Highly recommend!

Cute and clean. The breakfast was your average continental. I enjoyed my stay. Old town is great to see. |The room was cute and clean. That is very important to people who want cute and clean. We didn’t use the electric car charger because our car uses gas.

I've stayed here several times over the past seventeen years. There has been no change from then until now. The rooms are clean. The staff is friendly. It's close to old town square. And while the area is definitely an urban area with all the things that go along with that, I have never had a single problem here over the past seventeen years.

The room was clean and well cared for but this hotel is right on Central Ave and there is quite a bit of traffic noise if you want to go to bed early. Once we fell asleep it wasn't load enough to wake us up though. We booked our room in the afternoon of our stay and there were only 2nd floor rooms available so book early if you have issues with stairs. The staff was extremely helpful after we accidentally locked ourselves out of our room at 5:30 AM while loading the car. The office isn't manned overnight but there is a doorbell you can ring for assistance or a phone number to call. All in all it was a decent hotel for being booked last minute as we drove down the highway between Gallup and Grants, New Mexico.

[Fantastic Stay at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ] I had a brilliant stay at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham motel. The room was spotless, spacious, and very comfortable, with all the amenities needed for a relaxing stay. The bed was cosy, and the décor had a welcoming charm that made it feel like home. The location is absolutely perfect—just a short drive to Old Town Albuquerque, with easy access to local attractions, restaurants, and shops. It’s an ideal spot for exploring the city while still offering a peaceful retreat. What truly sets this place apart is its fantastic value for money. The quality of the stay far exceeded the price, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious travellers who don’t want to compromise on comfort and convenience. Would highly recommend and will definitely be staying again!