Located near Balloon Fiesta Park, Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with breakfast buffet and fireplace in the lobby. Unwind at the sauna or spa tub, stay active at the gym or indoor pool. Connect to WiFi and enjoy self parking; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
Calibers Gun Range - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 17 min drive
Alvarado Transportation Center - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Tin Can Alley ABQ - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 3 min drive
La Reforma - 3 min walk
Boxing Bear Brewing Co - Firestone Taproom and Brewery - 15 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG
Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG puts you within a 15-minute drive of Balloon Fiesta Park and Albuquerque Convention Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include buffet breakfast and WiFi. Also, ABQ Uptown and University of New Mexico are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
62 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
What to do
Golfing nearby
Skiing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (603 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG 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.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Sandia Casino (4-min drive) and Santa Ana Star Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG also has a fitness center.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG is a short 12-minute walk from Balloon Fiesta Park and 12 minutes' walk from Gruet Winery.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG Reviews
7.8
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2026
It was awesome vary good breakfast beds were very comfortable rooms were very clean and remodeled amazing
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Newly remodeled except for the first floor rooms which are closed off and still working on. The finished ones are beautiful. Nice job of remodeling. Breakfast is great!
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Yes everything was good
Yolanda
Yolanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Clean room, good service and easy check in and out
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 8, 2025
Great breakfast, good location, friendly staff.
vertina
vertina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
The rooms were clean, staff was friendly and the location was nice
Alisha
Alisha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 20, 2025
Nice clean hotel will visit again
Grecia
Grecia, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2026
Room was clean. Breakfast was also good
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2025
Easy check in, rooms clean and quiet.
Todd
Todd, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2026
The man at check in was very friendly and accommodating.The room was clean and comfortable. The only bad thing is the hotel is doing renovations, so the morning I was checking out it was quite noisy. I was trying to sleep in a bit but was unable to due to the noise.
Terri
Terri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Clean, quiet, easy access to freeway. Staff were pleasant and capable.
Denise
Denise, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 20, 2026
Staff was great during check in. We got into the room. Air conditioner was not working. Smelt really bad. Carpets were not vacuumed. Crumbs all over the place. Bed had hair in it. Like someone just sat on the bed and gave themselves a hair cut. The wood floors were so dirty. I used a clorox wipe and it was picking up dirt and hair. Front desk had to replace the battery on the wall so the digital screen would work. That didn't work. Elevators broke during the arrival. Thankfully we only stayed one night. This place use to very clean. Hope once the construction is completed it's back to being neat and clean.
Halisha
Halisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
It was a convenient location for training class.
Nolan
Nolan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
The stay was very comfortable and quiet.
Henry
Henry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Our stay was delightful and quite. Comfortable beds and nice breakfast 😋.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
This is one of the cleanest and nicest hotels I have stayed in. We come often to visit family and for fun.
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Staff were very polite.
Noelle
Noelle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
Good place for the price with a nice pool and hot tub. Breakfast was great!
Christella
Christella, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Great stay
Comfortable stay at a great price
Norma
Norma, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2024
Very nice staff & delicious breakfast
Jesus
Jesus, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Helpful and accomody staff
This was an excellent stay. We stayed here due to being in a little bit of a pickle due to an unexpected vehicle repair as we were passing through Albuquerque. Staff was very accommodating and helpful and we really appreciated it!
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Very close to the balloon fiesta. Hotel is very clean and neat.
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Great stay! Clean room, comfy bed!
Yujia
Yujia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2026
The Holiday Inn is currently renovating rooms and we happen to check into one that was completed. The room was clean and very nice. We were on the third floor facing the interstate and the room was pretty sound proof surprisingly. The beds were extremely comfortable, the restroom was fully stocked with clean and crisp towels and toiletries. Checkout time was at 11am but the front desk attendant asked if we needed a late checkout but we were okay with the 11am time. The breakfast was phenomenal, the breakfast was freshly cooked as they practice progressive cooking. Once an item was fully consumed the breakfast employee brought out a freshly cooked replacement. The biscuits were fluffy and the gravy topped made it an entree itself. Over all it was a clean and very nice hotel despite renovation construction. They also had reserved Elite parking in front of the entrance area. They offered us a large bottle of smart water as we checked in which was a relief, we don’t bring any water with us. We are thankful fo a positive experience. I recommend this hotel to anyone traveling through Albuquerque.
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2024
Everything was great, The room, breakfast, pool and the staff were super friendly