University of New Mexico Hospital - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 13 min drive
Alvarado Transportation Center - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 17 min walk
Texas Roadhouse - 3 min drive
Sadie's - 2 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 2 min walk
Furr's Fresh Buffet - 3 min drive
About this property
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center
When you stay at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Balloon Fiesta Park and Sandia Casino. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Garden Grille and Bar, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
94 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit 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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 4.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2004
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Closed captioned TV
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Down comforter
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Weekly housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
The Garden Grille and Bar - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 to 17.00 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.00 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 4.00 per night with in/out privileges
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 4.00 per night. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sandia Casino (6-min drive) and The Downs Racetrack and Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center?
Yes, The Garden Grille and Bar offers American cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center like?
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque / Journal Center is in Northeast Heights, a short 15-minute walk from ITT Technical Institute.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Ron
Ron, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
FERNANDO
FERNANDO, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 11, 2024
Not gonna stay again
There was a hair in the bedding. So the sheets weren’t clean new sheets. There was blood on the curtains and the ceiling. Elevator was sketch. Malfunctioning.. door kept opening .. spent 402 for two nights breakfast wasn’t included.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Good experience
Very comfortable beds and good cleaning service.
Sharon
Sharon, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2024
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Fast and easy check in. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Clean rooms, great location. Next to Cracker Barrel and Denny's. Would definitely stay here again.
Christie
Christie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2024
This hotel is clean and well maintained. Although I don't feel hotels along the Interstate are very safe in Albuquerque, I like the location of this one. Close to a lot of good restaurants.
DeAnn
DeAnn, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
zac
zac, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
All around great experience.
joe
joe, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2024
Very nice clean comfortable
Martel
Martel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 19, 2024
Nice property close to amenities. Clean property with a nice staff.
Stacey
Stacey, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 18, 2024
Everything was great except 2 things. 1) Shower pressure is very weak 2) The waitress wouldn’t let my husband sit at a table in the breakfast area to have his coffee if he wasn’t ordering food, but then he saw another couple sit down there to have coffee without ordering food and the waitress allowed it. It wasn’t that they were so full that they needed tables for ppl who wanted to order——all the tables were empty except one. It felt very unaccommodating and had never happened to us before at other Hilton Garden hotels.
Sara
Sara, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2024
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 28, 2024
Ruben
Ruben, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2024
Callie
Callie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Jul 15, 2024
Not Great.
The check-in was a breeze. The clerk at the front desk was very kind. We got in late, so we decided to have dinner and drinks at the hotel. The pizza was burnt and hard.
The worst part was that they would not allow my SIL sit on the restaurant side because she had a service dog. At dinner and breakfast, they wanted us to sit in a separate room. She was embarrassed and felt very discriminated against. Please train your staff on what is allowed according to the ADA Act! I’m surprised this happened at a Hilton. So disappointed.
Delilah
Delilah, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
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Jim
Jim, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Great place!
Very nice facility. Fast and professional check in. Great breakfast staff. An extermely pleasant stay!
Terry L
Terry L, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Francine
Francine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 24, 2024
Nice Newer Hotel
This property appeared to be very new. It was very clean and the furnishing appeared to be new. There were just a few things that I would touch on. Due to the rate we received through Hotels.com we did not qualify for the breakfast. It is $16 and not worth it. The eggs were dry and if you wanted bacon it was an upcharge. There is a Denny's across the street and a Cracker Barrel right next-door and those would be a better choice for the money. The TV only had streaming service. It was hard to find local programming. Older travelers without streaming experience might never find local programming. Every day at 7 am the garbage truck came right outside our window and it was LOUD. Look for a room in the lower numbers because that is the other end of the hotel. The A/C was out in the lobby and thankfully it was not extremely hot right now but hopefully, it will be fixed soon.
Overall the employees were very nice and accommodating. It is a nice property, fix the a/c for the lobby and give the continental breakfast to everyone. Located right next to the highway it is convenient to downtown, old town, and other areas.