The Best Hotels Closest to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum in Albuquerque for 2026

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

A lobby with a central sculpture, stone walls, and a high ceiling with a decorative pattern.

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

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

1. Hotel Chaco

Sawmill Area, 0.5 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Andrea

₩296,231

₩389,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

2. The Imperial

Huning Highland Historic District, 2.8 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Katarina

₩132,091

₩152,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A hotel with a prominent tower and a sign reading "Hotel Albuquerque."

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a brick floor. There are seating areas with red sofas and a long table.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a brick fireplace.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by umbrellas and a garden.

3. Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town

Sawmill Area, 0.5 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Karina

₩240,774

₩314,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee maker, and artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker on the countertop.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and a view of the city skyline.

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albuquerque Old Town

Near North Valley, 1.7 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Darrellyne

₩221,486

₩256,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A historic building with arched windows and a central staircase, labeled as Hotel Parq Central.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a city view at dusk.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a bench, and a table with a flower arrangement.

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a booth seating arrangement and a bar area.

5. Hotel Parq Central

Huning Highland Historic District, 2.9 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

ronald

₩229,491

₩301,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with a view of the city, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, and a desk with a chair.

A table with a red water bottle, a glass of beer, and a potted plant.

A modern bedroom with a bed, sofa, bedside table, TV, and a potted plant.

6. El Vado Motel

1.1 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Nicole

₩151,904

₩172,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A hot tub surrounded by stone walls, outdoor seating, and umbrellas.

An outdoor patio area with a gazebo, a table with chairs, and a large umbrella.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a ceiling fan, and a mural on the wall.

7. Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

0.7 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Paul

₩250,092

₩289,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor patio area with seating, potted plants, and a pathway.

A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a patterned rug, artwork, and a fireplace.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large wall mural, a 'Lobby' sign, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

8. Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

West Old Town, 0.9 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Elizabeth

₩164,433

₩190,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 lounge area with a yellow sofa, a table with a lamp, and a decorative wall panel.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses.

9. The Monterey Motel

West Old Town, 1 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Brian

₩104,565

₩120,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, palm trees, and a central seating area with a marble table.

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, comfortable seating, palm trees, and a patterned floor.

A hotel lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A hotel room with a city view, a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

10. The Clyde Hotel

Downtown Albuquerque, 1.8 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Dayna

₩183,474

₩248,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A modern interior with a glass staircase, wooden ceiling, and a view of the outside.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a prominent red and grey facade, large windows, and a visible entrance with a staircase.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large mirror.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albuquerque University Area

3.2 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Guillermo

₩166,781

₩192,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A spacious interior with a staircase, seating area, and a dining space.

A self-service beverage station with chilled and frozen drink options, a coffee machine, and a refrigerated display case.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television screen.

A modern dining area with a large table, green upholstered chairs, and a unique chandelier.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Downtown

Huning Highland Historic District, 2.4 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Ingrid

₩141,137

₩163,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wedding aisle with white chairs, floral arrangements, and candles.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, two armchairs, a television, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by large windows.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque

Martineztown-Santa Barbara, 2.7 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Janet

₩173,960

₩201,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious, modern interior with a staircase, dining area, and a fireplace.

A modern lounge area with blue upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for Hilton Garden Inn.

A modern kitchen with a buffet setup, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Downtown

Huning Highland Historic District, 2.3 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Maureen

₩167,395

₩196,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a central round table, and multiple seating areas.

A modern lounge area with a sofa set, a round mirror, and potted plants.

A sunlit outdoor seating area with wooden furniture, potted plants, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

A man sitting on a leather sofa in a well-lit lobby with a large mirror and wall-mounted lights.

15. ARRIVE Albuquerque

1.5 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Stan

₩185,461

₩214,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a no diving sign.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped area with a tree and shrubs.

A modern gym with cardio machines, a bench, and weightlifting equipment.

A building with a stone facade and a sign reading "Indian Pueblo Kitchen."

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Historic Old Town by IHG

Near North Valley, 1.5 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

John

₩164,113

₩189,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A hotel entrance with a green double door, two lantern-style lights, and a sign reading "ANDALUZ".

A group of people dining at a restaurant with a wooden table, plates of food, and a waiter in the background.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, multiple seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a high ceiling with a balcony.

17. Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton

2 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Karina

₩217,723

₩251,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A reception desk with a marble design, a Route 66 sign, and a framed picture on the wall.

A building with a red facade, a staircase, and a seating area with a person.

A hotel room with a striped sofa, two single beds, a small table, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

18. Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

Westside, 2.7 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Andrew

₩94,865

₩109,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a bench.

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A large conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and a large screen displaying 'Hyatt Regency.'

A hotel room with a leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and a lamp.

19. The Clyde Hotel

Downtown Albuquerque, 1.8 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Angelina

₩227,972

₩265,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, cushioned seating, and tables with chairs.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

A high-rise hotel with a prominent "DOUBLETREE BY HILTON" sign, surrounded by trees and parked cars.

A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a bar area in the background.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque

Downtown Albuquerque, 1.7 km from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Julie

₩130,196

₩150,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Chaco	9.6 Exceptional 1,026 reviews	View
The Imperial	9.2 Wonderful 642 reviews	View
Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town	9.2 Wonderful 1,806 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albuquerque Old Town	9.2 Wonderful 181 reviews	View
Hotel Parq Central	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town

Sawmill Area

₩240,774

₩314,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Hotel Chaco

Sawmill Area

₩296,231

₩389,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

The Clyde Hotel

Downtown Albuquerque

₩183,474

₩248,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

West Old Town

₩164,433

₩190,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

ARRIVE Albuquerque

Downtown Albuquerque

₩185,461

₩214,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Historic Old Town by IHG

Near North Valley

₩164,113

₩189,756 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

West Park

₩250,092

₩289,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

The Monterey Motel

West Old Town

₩104,565

₩120,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Top Explora Science Center and Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

The Clyde Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was a unique hotel with lots of great amenities!"

The Monterey Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The Monterey Motel was very clean and spacious. The bed was firm & the pillows comfortable. I booked very early for the Alburquerque Balloon Festival, so I got an excellent rate. Other family members who booked later paid a bit more. The motel is very quiet until around 6;30am when traffic picks up on Route 66. I would definitely stay here again. It was nice to have the outdoor pool, even though it was a bit chilly in October."

El Vado Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Love the history and character of this 1930's hotel on Route 66 (Central Ave) hotel. Tastefully renovated to include the charm of the past (all original stunning wooden beams and original front desk as current tap room) with the amenities and ambiance for today's traveler. Perfect stay."

ARRIVE Albuquerque

10/10 Excellent

"It was such a lovely experience. The restaurant downstairs is great as well!"

Hotel Chaco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean hotel, very helpful staff."

Econo Lodge Albuquerque Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"Geat room, nice and clean and estremely quiet. Excellent breakfast with many options. I'd stay there again and recommend."

Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Explora Science Center and Children's Museum?

Explora Science Center and Children's Museum is located in a welcoming area of Albuquerque known for its lively festivals and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 135 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum?

Adjacent to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum, Hotel Chaco is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town and Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum?

Expedia has 135 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.

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What can I see and do near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum?

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Albuquerque Museum, and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center feature captivating exhibits. El Rey Theater, Sunshine Theater, and New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at Popejoy Hall, KiMo Theater, and Albuquerque Little Theatre.

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Our top choices for Explora Science Center and Children's Museum hotels

1. Hotel Chaco

2. The Imperial

3. Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Albuquerque Old Town

5. Hotel Parq Central

6. El Vado Motel

7. Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8. Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

9. The Monterey Motel

10. The Clyde Hotel

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Albuquerque University Area

12. Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Downtown

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Downtown

15. ARRIVE Albuquerque

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Historic Old Town by IHG

17. Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton

18. Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

19. The Clyde Hotel

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque

Compare popular hotels close to Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Hotels recommended for families near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town

Hotel Chaco

The Clyde Hotel

Best Western Plus Rio Grande Inn

ARRIVE Albuquerque

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Albuquerque Historic Old Town by IHG

Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Monterey Motel

Top Explora Science Center and Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

The Clyde Hotel

The Monterey Motel

El Vado Motel

ARRIVE Albuquerque

Hotel Chaco

Econo Lodge Albuquerque Old Town

Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Other attractions near Explora Science Center and Children's Museum

San Felipe de Neri Church

Old Town Plaza

Tiguex Park

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Atomic Museum

Albuquerque Museum

Fermin Hernandez Fine Art Gallery

American International Rattlesnake Museum

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