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

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade motel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Lobby
Reception
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Laundry
Garden

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4614 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87105
  • Place, Old Town Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Albuquerque Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of New Mexico
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albuquerque, NM (ABQ-Albuquerque Intl. Sunport)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Albuquerque

Located in Westside within 2 miles (3 km) of Old Town Plaza, Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Albuquerque Convention Center. This motel has 42 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Old Town Plaza - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • ABQ BioPark Zoo - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Albuquerque Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of New Mexico - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • University of New Mexico Hospital - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Alvarado Transportation Center - 10 min drive
  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Guelaguetza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Pride - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mac's La Sierra Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Burgers - ‬2 min walk

About this property

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

Boardwalk/promenade motel with free breakfast and a fitness center
At Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 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 center

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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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
This hotel features a Tesla charging station, and a universal electric vehicle charging station.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham on Nov 3, 2025 start from $77.4, 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.

What can I see close to Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

This motel is situated in Westside within a short 16-minute walk of Albuquerque Biological Park. You'll also find Rio Grande and ABQ BioPark Aquarium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking, free RV/bus/truck parking, and electric car charging are also available.

Does Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham feature a casino at the property?

No, Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

Yes, this motel has an indoor pool.

Is Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside motel include a pillowtop mattress and a rainfall showerhead along with an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

Yes, this motel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham offers free self-serve breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham though service animals are welcome.

Does Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham have connecting rooms?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

The closest major airport to Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), which is 7.1 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham.

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

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johanna G

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location close to Old Town. The rooms are decent and was good enough for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Quentin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little out dated
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been trying to find a place to stay consistently. This motel was wonderful. Staff, room, amenities. Beds were so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent for the price and having 3 queen beds. Slightly older in some aspects and the bathroom/shower was a hot mess, but otherwise decent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great staff and room

The front desk lady was so friendly and happy and talkative it really brought a smile to me and my husband's face after a long stressful day of driving so glad i chose this place and the room was clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is on a busy street.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Donald, Coronado

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room and price were okay but no gym, cold pool, very limited breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cody

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Traveled with group
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Adequate

Excellent front desk help. Property seems extremely old and worn. Bathtub needs replacing. Made the whole place seem dirty and it wasn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Katya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The place itself has a charming feel to it, but is on a very busy road and an area that does not feel conducive to walking. It's within a few minutes drive of the Rio Grande River and parks along there which is nice. The staff at check-in didn't know the process (I guess it was the maintenance person filling in) and the check-out person was on a personal call and didn't even listen to my comments that the TV was not working in my room AND the phone in the room is not connected so I could not contact the front desk for help. He did not seem to care at all. The road next to the hotel is VERY LOUD almost all night with tricked-out cars cruising and racing. The AC unit is very loud as well so it did not make for a restful night, although the bed and room was comfortable enough. The morning breakfast was bare-bones with only bananas for fruit and no dairy alternatives for the coffee or tea. Overall, I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice people but hotel is right on main street. Cars racing around all night keep waking us up. Room was the biggest of all places I stayed on a week-long trip and had the best breakfast too. Pool was indoors & very small....occupied by kids so didn't want to get in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Updated rooms and friendly owners / staff. Location could be better – lots of folks roaming the sidewalks – but the owners have gone to great lengths to make sure that the property itself feels safe, with multiple security cameras and a well-lit parking lot. Rooms are well-insulated from road noise, A/C is fantastic, and make-your-own waffles for breakfast were a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Kingman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
wood foors spotless walls, floors clean no holes in walls etc. no pets good breakfast with clean, shiny floors friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good solid clean place to stay. Nice people running it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dirty especially breakfast area, reception, doors, swimming pool. Poor breakfast selection. Very busy noisy road used like a speedway
Filthy fridge
Filthy doors
Filthy chairs
Filthy cupboards in breakfast area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very old hotel in dire need of updating. Should not be rated higher than a 5
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tia

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

Wouldn’t recommend

Bed too hard. Not at all what I expected. Hotel old and near very loud road. Poor ability to sleep because of this and bed. Breakfast was awful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to Bio park and Aquarium as well as Old Town. Pillows were too overstuffed and location was noisy.Bed was comfortable and check in was easy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025