Albuquerque – NM’s Best in Festivals

Cultural Centers & Celebrations of Duke City

There’s no more a New Mexico city than Albuquerque. Family-friendly activities abound, like the Albuquerque Aquarium and the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, as well as a number of cultural experiences. Visitors to Duke City need see the many cultural centers, festivals, and activities the Albuquerque area has to offer.

No trip to New Mexico’s most populous city is complete without a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway – a sky-tram offering an aerial view of the beautiful Sandia Mountains. After getting the bird’s eye view of Duke City, dive into it’s storied past at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center or the National Hispanic Cultural Center of New Mexico – both an incredible escape into yesteryear New Mexico.

If you’re lucky enough to visit Albuquerque in October, make certain to attend the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta – only the largest hot air balloon party on the globe. This nine-day celebration delights visitors with nearly 800 balloons in flight, and holds a number of festivals within the festival, like Balloon Glow, Dawn Patrol, and the Special Shape Rodeo.

Whether visiting for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, or exploring the city's many cultural centers, you are more than welcome to one of three Best Western hotels in Albuquerque, with another hotel in Moriarty. Relax after an eventful day in central New Mexico.

New Mexico's Festivals & Flavors:

The Whole Enchilada: Food and Fiestas of Las Cruces

Reaching the Sky: Balloons and Trams in Albuquerque

Get on Your Feet: Outdoor Fun in Red River

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Best Western Hotels in Albuquerque:

Albuquerque Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

2400 Yale Boulevard SE, Albuquerque NM 87106-4214
Phone: (505) 242-7022  |  Fax: (505) 243-0620  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary breakfast

The Village Inn Restaurant, on premises, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, full service restaurant, open daily 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with a 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per stay with a $100 per week maximum.

Hot tub, Whirlpool, open year-round

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Rio Grande Inn

1015 Rio Grande Boulevard NW, Albuquerque NM 87104-2031
Phone: (505) 843-9500  |  Fax: (505) 843-9238  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Catering, catering department 1-505-217-1629, catered continental breakfast 8, Catered lunch menu price 14, catered dinner menu 20.

Zia Lounge, on premises, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: dinner, Open 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Pets allowed based on the availability of pet friendly rooms. Up to 2 dogs per room with an 80 pound weight limit. Additional pet types (cats, birds, etc) may be accepted at the hotel's discretion. Pet rate is $20 per day with a $100 per week maximum.

Exercise gym

Outdoor pool, heated converts to a heated "domed" indoor pool between the months of November through March

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BEST WESTERN PLUS Executive Suites

4630 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque NM 87109-2201
Phone: (505) 830-0900  |  Fax: (505) 830-4560  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Exercise facility

Indoor pool

Moriarty Hotels

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BEST WESTERN Moriarty Heritage Inn

111 Anaya Boulevard 87035, Moriarty NM 87035-2295
Phone: (505) 832-5000  |  Fax: (505) 832-5005  |  View Hotel Details  |  Reservations

Complimentary full breakfast

Pets may be accepted. Please contact the hotel directly for full details.

Exercise gym

Indoor pool, heated