Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 16 min drive
Alvarado Transportation Center - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Dion's Pizza - 3 min drive
Olive Garden - 3 min drive
Weck's - 2 min drive
About this property
Desert Sands Inn & Suites
When you stay at Desert Sands Inn & Suites, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of ABQ Uptown and University of New Mexico. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and snowboarding. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Filipino, Hindi, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
67 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 23 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Also known as
Quality Inn Albuquerque
Quality Albuquerque
Quality Inn
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Albuquerque
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Motel Albuquerque
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Desert Sands Inn & Suites?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but The Downs Racetrack and Casino (9-min drive) and Sandia Casino (17-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Desert Sands Inn & Suites and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like snowboarding and skiing, and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking.
What's the area around Desert Sands Inn & Suites like?
Desert Sands Inn & Suites is in Northeast Heights, a short 16-minute walk from Beverly Mountain Guides.
Desert Sands Inn & Suites Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
7.6/10
Staff & service
5.8/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
November 17, 2024
Kris
Kris, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 2, 2024
Quiet, peaceful, comfortable.
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 21, 2024
Good for the price no frills but had a refrig
Hotel was a good budget motel with refrigerator gated. Ok for a trip on a budget
Ronald
Ronald, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 15, 2024
Lidia
Lidia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
October 12, 2024
Uncomfortable and not a good area
Uncomfortable bed and pillows.The area was not good. Overall not the greatest place to stay
Jeanette
Jeanette, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 11, 2024
Vacation
It was very nice. A good hot shower comfy bed. Only complaint road noise. But can't really help that.
Cherylynn
Cherylynn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 11, 2024
Don't skip this place!
We booked a very last minute stay while on our drive cross country and the proximity to the Freeway and the reviews mentioned very comfortable beds.
Our bed and pillows were VERY comfortable, the lot was secured with security patrol, and the strong coffee in the lobby was the perfect touch at checkout. I would highly recommend you stay here!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 10, 2024
Felt very safe. You park inside a gated area. Staff were very helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
October 8, 2024
Never again
The area is not great and the parking is gated. A lot of homeless in the area, but I never felt threatened or uncomfortable.
However, the person at the desk at check I should never be allowed to interact with guests.
The booking says a $75 security deposit is required at check in. Then it warns you that it will take a week to be credited back to your card. So I wanted to use a different card so my money wasn’t tied up on my debit card. But the clown at the desk would not accept any other method of payment except the card used to pay for the room. This is a separate function and charge, but the person with only one brain cell could not understand that.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
October 7, 2024
Jacey
Jacey, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 7, 2024
Affordable hotel for a quick trip.
The hotel was a 7 out of 10. The hotel was close to the interstate which was easy to access. The room smelt clean when we arrived but we did find a hair in the sheets. They had limited towels, when we asked the front office for additional towels, the gentleman was not very friendly. The room is small, you can hear all of the noise from outside including the cars passing by. They did have a security guard on site. They also provide bananas, apples or muffins for breakfast. The property outside was clean. There was plenty of space for parking.
Linda
Linda, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 23, 2024
Tamara
Tamara, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 22, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 22, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 20, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 19, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 18, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 16, 2024
barbara
barbara, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
September 11, 2024
BUGS
Terri
Terri, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 10, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 9, 2024
State Fair weekend
I came forva car show at the fairgrounds. The staff were friendly & professional, clean room, comfortable bed, nice cold AC, gated parking lot. A bit noisy at night due to the reving up of cars getting on and off I-40, but after I fell asleep, it was a comfortable night.
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 7, 2024
Senzaga
Senzaga, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
August 24, 2024
It was ok. Have to leave a deposit even though I paid with a credit card and had to wait at checkout for them to check my room? Ridiculous
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good
August 17, 2024
Convenient to interstate. Gated entry. However, the proximity to interstate and the local traffic made for a sleepless night.