The Best Hotels Closest to Sandia Lakes Recreation Area in Albuquerque - 2026 Updated Prices

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A large hotel with multiple floors, a central courtyard with fountains, and a clear sky.

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a fire pit.

A golf course with a clubhouse and parking area.

A hotel with a large swimming pool, multiple floors, and a modern architectural design.

1. Sandia Resort And Casino

1.8 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Kristina

£252

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables, with large windows and a tiled floor.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with wooden beams.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area, and a reception desk.

2. Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North

5.5 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Aaron

£112

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern kitchen with a built-in breakfast bar, wooden cabinets, and a decorative backsplash.

A hotel with a modern facade, a prominent signage for Springhill Suites Marriott, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a bed with red bedding, and a large window with a view.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albuquerque North/Journal Center

3.4 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Ashton

£132

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern interior with a large window overlooking a pool area, bar seating, and a building with a sign.

A modern bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the city through large windows.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with a white fence and a flat roof.

A modern living room with a blue sofa and armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

4. The Imperial

10 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Earl

£78

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, poolside chairs, and a covered area.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Alameda at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park

2.9 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Colby

£73

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A lobby with a large sculpture, a wooden staircase, and a television screen.

A bar with a variety of bottles and a person seated at a table.

A curved sofa with cushions, a drum, and a decorative wall with geometric patterns.

A multi-level interior with wooden railings, a staircase, and various seating areas.

6. Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

4.9 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Cande

£86

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A car charging at a station with a clear sky and trees in the background.

An indoor pool area with clear pool rules posted, a seating area with chairs, and a lifeguard chair.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee press, and various coffee pods and cups.

7. Holiday Inn Express Bernalillo by IHG

7.1 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Chetehya

£98

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A reception area with a stone accent wall, a curved reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a desk lamp, and a wall with three paintings.

An indoor swimming pool with two lanes, a changing room, and seating areas.

A restaurant with stone walls, a fireplace, and potted plants. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Bernalillo

7.1 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Llanet

£74

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a clock, and a series of framed pictures on the wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV. There is a teal chair and a small table with shelves.

9. Motel 6 Albuquerque, NM - North

3.1 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Adam

£46

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern living room with a dark green sofa, two black coffee tables, and decorative mirrors on the wall.

A spacious interior with a staircase leading to an upper level, a large plant, and a modern chandelier.

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wooden chairs, and a covered patio with string lights.

A covered patio area with a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees.

10. El Verde Inn

5.6 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

David

£118

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A buffet spread with various cheeses, sliced meats, and grapes.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A group of people sitting around an outdoor fire pit with a table, in a patio area with chairs and potted plants.

11. Staybridge Suites North - Albuquerque by IHG

2.9 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Diana

£103

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, trees, and a building with large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams and large windows.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a stone wall.

A spacious lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and exposed wooden beams.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Albuquerque

3.7 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Annette

£114

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lounge area with wicker chairs and orange cushions, a round metal coffee table, and a large potted plant.

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A vending machine stocked with various beverages and snacks, including Dasani water, Monster energy drinks, and Doritos.

A reception area with a marble counter, two card readers, and a 'Hilton Honors' sign.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho

3.9 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Serge

£107

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern building with a swimming pool, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A motel with outdoor seating and a sign advertising a cocktail bar.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and wardrobe.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses.

14. The Monterey Motel

10.1 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Brian

£58

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a coffee maker.

A modern living room with a black sofa, blue armchairs, and a red ottoman. There are two windows with blinds, a radiator, and a potted plant.

A reception desk with a dark wood finish and a marble top. There is a clock and a sign above the desk that reads "Quality Inn & Suites." The floor has a black and white checkered pattern.

A kitchen area with dark cabinets, a coffee station, a refrigerator, and a display case with sandwiches.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque North near Balloon Fiesta Park

2.7 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Elizabeth

£53

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, blue chairs, and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a central dining area, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign, a parking lot, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque North/I-25

5.5 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Lee

£103

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a display case with beverages.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a sofa, a bed, and a door with a light switch.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a painting, and two wall-mounted lights.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a fireplace, and a view of the hallway.

17. Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown

8.3 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Jeff

£119

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with seating options, including sofas and chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a teal armchair.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged foods, a beverage display, and a sign advertising a 24/7 market.

18. Tru By Hilton Albuquerque North I-25

5.8 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Laura

£88

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a view of the cityscape and mountains.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of the mountains.

A lobby with a modern design, featuring a large glass entrance, a central art piece, and two large hanging lamps.

A modern bar area with a reflective marble countertop, shelves with glasses and bottles, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

19. Hotel Chaco

9.5 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Andrea

£199

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a stone accent wall.

A modern conference room with glass walls, a large table, and several office chairs.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows providing natural light.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and dumbbells.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albuquerque North

5.8 mi from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Marcus

£143

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sandia Resort And Casino	9.4 Exceptional 1,574 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North	9.4 Exceptional 1,885 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albuquerque North/Journal Center	9.4 Exceptional 722 reviews	View
The Imperial	9.4 Exceptional 602 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Alameda at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park	8.0 Very good 1,007 reviews	View

Top Sandia Lakes Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Albuquerque, NM - North

10/10 Excellent

"Nothing more nothing less"

Comfort Inn & Suites Alameda at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park

10/10 Excellent

"It was a fabulous stay. Will definitely stay again."

Sandia Resort And Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous staff! So friendly and nice. Good restaurants. Didn’t use the casino but played golf. Wonderful golf course. Some remodeling around the clubhouse."

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service at check in, room was clean, and breakfast was pretty good!"

Staybridge Suites North - Albuquerque by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything worked out very well for us, The suites are well equipped with full kitchens. The rooms are very clean and the staff is friendly and welcoming. Parking is well lit and convenient."

Guadalupe Casita. 2.2 miles to Balloon park. Great views! Lovely Hot Tub.

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the place and the people. So eager to help."

Exceptional! Hot Tub! Near Balloon Park, Food, Breweries, Hiking, Dog Park!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean and in great shape. My family and I enjoyed our stay and would certainly choose this property again when visiting Albuquerque."

Charming Corrales Casita

10/10 Excellent

"The location was peaceful, we loved the front porch watching the birds in the garden. Inside the casita, it was clean, well-stocked with cookware, and had a comfortable living room and bedroom. The host was very responsive to a minor problem we had, which was appreciated."

#ManzanaVilla Corrales family gatherings

8/10 Good

"My family recently had the pleasure of staying at this incredible vacation home. The spacious home comfortably accommodated our group, making it perfect for our family vacation. The sunken living room served as a perfect area for the kids to set up pillows and blankets and hang out together. The outdoor space is absolutely fantastic-we loved the patios and backyard for morning coffees and stargazing. Overall this rental provided everything we needed for an unforgettable vacation. The host was incredibly friendly and attentive. We highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a spacious and conveniently getaway in New Mexico."

Other attractions near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

A hot air balloon festival with variously colored balloons in the sky.

Balloon Fiesta Park

8.0/10 (1,750 reviews)

After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

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A large indoor exhibition with a zeppelin and hot air balloons.

Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

8.8/10 (25 reviews)

With historic vessels, instruments, interactive activities and aerial artifacts, this museum provides a fascinating window into the world of ballooning.

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Casa San Ysidro

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Casa San Ysidro in Corrales. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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Sandia Trails

You can take time to visit Sandia Trails during your travels to Albuquerque. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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University of Phoenix

7.0/10 (12 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Phoenix during your stay in Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

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Adobe Theater

8.4/10 (12 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Adobe Theater during your stay in Albuquerque. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Gruet Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gruet Winery during your travels to Albuquerque. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Corrales Bosque

You can take time to visit Corrales Bosque during your travels to Albuquerque. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sandia Lakes Recreation Area?

Sandia Lakes Recreation Area is located in a welcoming area of Bernalillo known for its picturesque gardens and lively festivals. You'll find 227 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area?

Sandia Resort And Casino is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a golf course. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area. Other good options within 5 miles include Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque North near Balloon Fiesta Park and Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Sandia Lakes Recreation Area?

Expedia has 227 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sandia Lakes Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area.

What can I see and do near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum and Casa San Ysidro. Local parks like Balloon Fiesta Park, North Domingo Baca Dog Park and Cottonwood Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Explore nature at Sandia Trails and La Luz Trail.

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Our top choices for Sandia Lakes Recreation Area hotels

1. Sandia Resort And Casino

2. Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque North

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albuquerque North/Journal Center

4. The Imperial

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Alameda at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park

6. Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

7. Holiday Inn Express Bernalillo by IHG

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Bernalillo

9. Motel 6 Albuquerque, NM - North

10. El Verde Inn

11. Staybridge Suites North - Albuquerque by IHG

12. Courtyard by Marriott Albuquerque

13. Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho

14. The Monterey Motel

15. Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque North near Balloon Fiesta Park

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque North/I-25

17. Hyatt Place Albuquerque/Uptown

18. Tru By Hilton Albuquerque North I-25

19. Hotel Chaco

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Albuquerque North

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Top Sandia Lakes Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Albuquerque, NM - North

Comfort Inn & Suites Alameda at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park

Sandia Resort And Casino

Holiday Inn Express - Balloon Fiesta Park by IHG

Staybridge Suites North - Albuquerque by IHG

Guadalupe Casita. 2.2 miles to Balloon park. Great views! Lovely Hot Tub.

Exceptional! Hot Tub! Near Balloon Park, Food, Breweries, Hiking, Dog Park!

Charming Corrales Casita

#ManzanaVilla Corrales family gatherings

Other attractions near Sandia Lakes Recreation Area

Balloon Fiesta Park

Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

Casa San Ysidro

Sandia Trails

University of Phoenix

Adobe Theater

Gruet Winery

Corrales Bosque

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