Monterey Motel in Albuquerque New Mexico on Route 66

The Monterey Motel in Albuquerque has a beautiful neon sign that, when lit up, harkens back to the old days of travel on Route 66. And although the exterior gives the appearance of that era, when we opened the door, we were surprised to see that the inside is a completely remodeled and updated modern “hotel” room with all of the modern amenities.

We were also surprised with a special honeymoon gift from the staff that included red rose petals on the floor for a very romantic touch.

The motel is situated only a few blocks from the historic Old Town Plaza. There is a beautiful pool that is open into the night hours and shines alternating colors throughout the night. Although the lobby doubles as a bar, the grounds are definitely “family friendly” and a great place to stay in Albuquerque.