By Isabel Prontes
Albuquerque is the biggest city in the southwestern state of New
Mexico. Part of Bernalillo County, Albuquerque is a gorgeous city that is full of exquisite geology, including the Sandia Mountains and the West Mesa. Not only is the city full of gorgeous natural scenery, but it is also a hub for cultural and historical attractions, and has many fine hotel options to choose from.
Hotel Albuquerque
Hotel Albuquerque is in the city's historical Old Town district and epitomizes Albuquerque's culture and style with a fusion of the Western world, Spanish and Pueblo influences. This luxurious hotel is full of exciting amenities, such as two restaurants, a lounge, meeting center, exercise center, jacuzzi, spa, outdoor swimming pool, high speed wireless Internet access, free parking for guests, event space, business facilities and a beautiful Grand Ballroom. The main draw of the Hotel Albuquerque, though, is its quintessential Albuquerque flair, with its historic Old Town locale and undeniable mixture of Pueblo and Spanish territorial influences.
Hotel Albuquerque
800 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104
Tel: (505) 843-6300
Hotel Blue
Named for the bright sky above Albuquerque, the Hotel Blue is conveniently located downtown. The guest rooms at this spacious hotel are roomy, bright and comfortable, and fully equipped with all of the conveniences--whether you want a coffeemaker, toiletries basket, refrigerator, microwave or free high speed wireless Internet access, you have it at the Hotel Blue. The hotel offers free parking, free cookies and a shuttle service to the airport, and gives guests quick access to many of the major highlights of the city, including the business district downtown.
Hotel Blue
717 Central Ave. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Tel: (505) 924-2400
Embassy Suites Hotel
The Embassy Suites Hotel Albuquerque is a lovely downtown hotel that comes complete with a luxurious and relaxing spa facility. The hotel rooms are spacious and tranquil, and come with a wide variety of amenities and features, including blow dryer, microwave, refrigerator, coffeemaker, 27-inch television and a work table. There is also a complimentary breakfast every morning. If you are in Albuquerque on business, you can even use the extensive Business Center available at the hotel. This hotel is particularly beneficial for business travelers, as it is in very close proximity to many important Albuquerque businesses and banks.
Embassy Suites Hotel
1000 Woodward Place NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
Tel: (505) 245-7100
Albuquerque Marriott
The Albuquerque Marriott Hotel has a wonderful location in the middle of the city's dining and shopping area. There are 411 guest rooms at this hotel, all which come with free high speed wireless Internet access, a television, coffeemaker and blow dryer. This is a non-smoking hotel that is very close to Historic Old Town, a popular tourist draw in the city, and right in the center of the city's dining and shopping district.
Albuquerque Marriott
2101 Louisiana Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Tel: (505) 881-6800
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel
The Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel is located centrally in the city's up and coming "Uptown" section. The hotel is in close proximity to the city's business district and exciting dining and shopping of the Coronado Mall. There are 295 guest rooms at the Sheraton Albuquerque, all of which come with features such as high speed wireless Internet access, room service, bathrobes, jacuzzi, coffeemaker and blow dryer. There are exquisite mountain views available from the guest rooms at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown as well. To reserve one of these breathtaking views, request an aptly-named "mountain view" room when you make your reservation.
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
2600 Louisiana Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Tel: (505) 881-0000
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
