Best Western Travel Programs
New Mexico
Discover Vinesse Wine Clubs
Discover six interesting wines for just $6.99 per bottle and earn 12,500 Best Western Rewards points.
AARP Member Discounts
AARP members and guests 55 and older save up to 20% on room rates at Best Western hotels in the U.S. and Canada, and many Best Western hotels worldwide.
AAA Members
Members of AAA, CAA, and ARC Europe receive discount rates at approved hotels throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. Join the AAA Preferred Rewards program and receive even more exclusive offers.
Ride Route 66
Explore the history, adventure and kitsch of America's famous 'Mother Road', Best Western-style. Journey along the 2,400-mile Route 66 and take part in the monthly Scavenger Hunt to win great prizes!
Best Western Speed Rewards®
Sign up for our FREE rewards program for racing fans and start earning points or airline rewards with qualifying stays at Best Western hotels worldwide. Speed Rewards points can be exchanged for free hotel room nights, retail gift cards and much more!
Earn Bonus Points with FTD
Delight that special someone and earn 1,250 Best Western Rewards points per purchase on flowers and gifts from FTD*.*Exceptions apply
Best Western Ride Rewards®
Hang up your boots for the night at a Best Western hotel. Earn points or miles through the Best Western and Harley-Davidson® exclusive rewards program - Best Western Ride Rewards.
Download ‘Best Western to Go’
Make reservations at Best Western branded hotels, travel itineraries with TripIt®, save favorite locations, share with friends & much more with the Best Western to Go! mobile app.
Best Western Rewards® MasterCard®
16,000 bonus points with your first purchase* - enough points for a Free Night at Best Western®
*Terms & conditions apply.
Visiting Albuquerque / Northwest New Mexico
Choose from 8 Best Western Hotels
in Albuquerque / Northwest New MexicoThe Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau welcomes visitors to the Albuquerque area with the slogan “It’s a Trip”. New Mexico’s largest city, Albuquerque is well known for the fall International Balloon fiesta and its diverse cultural influences. With a rich heritage blended by surrounding New Mexico Native American cultures, the Hispanic and Latino culture of the southwest, as well as the American Old-West. Albuquerque is a dynamic city with a diversity of attractions and destinations. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sandia Mountains and Rio Grande, Albuquerque is a wonderful travel destination.
Now is the season for Luminarias in Albuquerque. A holiday tradition, the simple brown bag with sand and a candle line pathways and adorn homes and buildings welcoming visitors. The season’s festivities culminate on Christmas Eve with the Albuquerque Luminaria Tour. ABQ Ride, the city of Albuquerque’s bus system, transports passengers through Old Town Albuquerque and the Albuquerque Country Club for a tour of the Luminarias. Bring family and friends to the Albuquerque Convention Center to board the bus for a festive December 24th.
December 2011 also brings New Mexico sports fans the Gildan New Mexico Bowl. Kicking off the college bowl season, the New Mexico Bowl is on schedule for Saturday December 17th. One of New Mexico’s top sporting events, the University of New Mexico host’s top teams from the Mountain West and Pac-12 in the bowl match-up. Plan now for the excitement of football at Albuquerque’s University Stadium.
Start off the New Year with the fun of Albuquerque’s 2012 Comic Con. January 13th through the 15th, the Hard Rock hosts Albuquerque Comic Con, celebrating the 70th anniversary of Wonder Woman. Join writers, actors and guests for New Mexico’s own celebration of the world’s favorite comic characters, their creators and fellow fans.
The Albuquerque Convention Center is proud to host the 2012 USA indoor Track and Field Championships. This is the final event in the Indoor Visa Championship Series of USA Track and Field competitions. Held February 25th and 26th, Albuquerque will be home to the nearly 400 athletes from Team USA competing for National Champion titles.
Albuquerque adds Italian to its diverse mix of culture in February with the 6th Annual New Mexico Italian Film Festival. Film buffs and fans of Italian cinema and culture enjoy seven days of Italian Films February 19th through the 26th. Albuquerque host’s screenings and festival Gala’s at venues like the South Broadway Cultural Center, Guild Cinema and the African-American Performing Arts Center. A wonderful winter event to enjoy new Italian cinema along with the classics, network, and rub shoulders with film industry professionals.
Albuquerque / Northwest New Mexico Hotel Map
Albuquerque / Northwest New Mexico Events
March 2012
24th Annual National Fiery Foods & Barbeque Show
Over 200 booths filled with more than 1,000 products related to chili peppers. Sample spicy foods and shop. In Albuquerque.
2012 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship
The first time in seven years when the University of New Mexico hosts 2nd and 3rd-round action.
Southwest Chocolate and Coffee Fest
Featuring the most delicious, chocolatiers, candy makers, coffee roasters, bakeries, cafes, restaurants & more. In Albuquerque.
April 2012
Founders Day Fiesta
Each year thousands gather in Old Town to celebrate the birthday of Albuquerque.
33rd Annual American Indian Week: Pueblo Days
Celebration of dance and events celebrating Pueblo Indian Tribes and other American Indian heritage. In Albuquerque.
Gathering of Nations Pow Wow
Native American dancing and singing competitions with over 3,000 participants, shopping, native foods and music. In Albuquerque.
May 2012
27th Annual Run for the Zoo
Join us for a day of fun and fitness at the largest running event in New Mexico. In Albuquerque.
May 2012
Albuquerque Wine Festival
Come to the famous Balloon Fiesta grounds in Albuquerque for a wine festival extraordinaire.
June 2012
Savor Albuquerque
Celebrates Albuquerque’s finest arts, culture and cuisine and the Centennial celebration in Downtown Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Comic Expo
An Albuquerque comic book, pop culture and entertainment convention.
New Mexico Centennial Summerfest
Explore the history of New Mexico's statehood with arts, dance, music, cuisine, science, technology in Downtown Albuquerque.
End of Trail Wild West Jubliee
A three-day festival featuring traditional entertainment and activities for the entire family. In Albuquerque.
July 2012
Shark Discovery Day
Learn about sharks' highly-developed adaptations and hear stories of sharks through ancient legends. In Albuquerque.
Featured Best Western HotelAlbuquerque / Northwest New MexicoBEST WESTERN PLUS Rio Grande Inn
1015 Rio Grande Boulevard NW, Albuquerque New MexicoStay at this full-service Albuquerque, New Mexico hotel located close to Museum Row, the Historic Old Town Plaza and the University of New Mexico. Welcome to the BEST WESTERN PLUS Rio Grande Inn, a 100% non-smoking hotel located just off of Interstate 40 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This Albuquerque hotel offers beautiful Southwestern architecture and hand-crafted furniture as well as… Learn more about this location |
