TL;DR
- Prime Old Town spot: for sightseeing and local culture
- Unique art: scattered throughout the property
- Striking design: blending modern with historic inspiration
- Check prices here
If you like to be in the thick of the sightseeing, this Old Town Albuquerque boutique hotel is the place.
Hotel Chaco might feel a bit out of place, being so obviously new in a supposedly historical district, but the city isn’t so strictly delineated for it not to work.
Of course, a lot of credit goes to the historically inspired architecture and the easy, breezy grounds.
It’s beyond just a well-situated hotel, more of an eye-catching addition to a revitalizing area.
The hotel property is peppered with unique art pieces.
We’ll admit that the sandy, almost brutally contemporary exterior does give a bit more Dubai than pueblo, but it’s a cool spot in a cool spot, and the comfort is on point.
What are the rooms like?
- 118 rooms: with a modern yet locally inspired style
- Neutral palette: brightened by local weaving and art
- Modern comforts: like Bluetooth TVs, fridges, coffee/tea, excellent showers
- Suites add extras: like balconies, dining rooms, or workspaces
- See each room in detail here
The interiors mitigate the ultra-modern desert aesthetic a bit, nicely trimmed with plenty of local artwork.
There’s a whole lot of gorgeous weaving throughout, including in otherwise pretty minimalist-y guest rooms.
Again, beige seems to be winning the color wars. We love a good neutral palette, but the woven bedspreads are doing a lot of heavy lifting here.
The luxuries, however, invite no criticism. All accommodation is set up with mini fridges, Bluetooth-enabled TVs, coffee and tea capabilities, pretty excellent showers and cute basin sinks.
Let no one say we don’t appreciate a well-curated bathroom.
Options range from Classic Kings through Queen Doubles to gorgeous Suites with varied extra amenities like dining rooms, balconies, workspaces, and more.
The furnishings have a little more variety in the Suites as well.
Have a sneak peek at the Presidential Suite here:
What are prices like?
And what’s the food like? Any facilities we should know about?
- Equinox café: for coffee, light bites, and cocktails
- Level 5 restaurant: with local, eco-friendly dining
- Crafted tasting room: offering wine and snacks
- Year-round pool: with seasonal dining service
- Well-equipped gym: with Peloton and mirrors
- Relaxing spa: offering massages, facials, and treatments
There’s a lot to choose from on the food front. Breakfast is best taken out on the town, or in the lobby café and bar, Equinox.
You’ll find a casual spot with a nice selection of small plates and cocktails in the evening.
For a fancier meal, you’ve got Level 5, a locally-focused, environmentally conscious dining experience.
They’re open for dinner daily, with Brunch hours on weekends.
We also like the casual bar vibes of the Crafted tasting room, where you can sample local wines and share snacks.
Then, of course, there’s poolside dining. The pool in question is open year-round, though food and beverages service is seasonal.
You’ll also find a fitness center with plenty of sunlight, Peloton and large studio mirrors.
Finally, we’ve got the spa. It’s a relaxing area with a long menu of facials, massages, body treatments, and more.
Have a look around the spa here:
How is the neighborhood? Anything interesting nearby?
- Right in Old Town: with artisan shops and eateries
- Walk to museums: like Albuquerque Museum & Natural History
- Rio Grande parks: and trails 30 minutes away
- Petroglyph Monument: and Sandia Crest hikes nearby
- Artsy Madrid: makes for the best day trip
If you’re interested in downtown Albuquerque there’s no better place.
Old Town, with its memorable architecture, small artisan craft boutiques, and casual restaurants, is a perfect place to get a feel for the city.
You can get all your souvenirs, enchiladas, and window-shopping done in one place. The Albuquerque Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science are nearby, less than a 10-minute walk.
That’s not to say the rest of the city is skippable. It’s a half-hour walk to the parks along the Rio Grande, which have hours of entertainment.
There’s Tingley Beach, plenty of riverside walking trail, and the BioPark Zoo and Botanical Garden.
Wells Park, near the Steam Locomotive Museum, is a neat area with a cute museum and a small population of breweries.
Then there’s the great outdoors. It’s harder to get to, but if you get some wheel and wrap your mind around snake safety, there’s a lot to see.
The Petroglyph Monument is a must-see while hiking out by Sandia Crest will give you some nice views. Arguably the best day trip is about an hour away, in the artsy Madrid.
And what about the reviews? What did other guests think?
Some things guests liked:
”Excellent rooms, gym, lobby. It is across the street from the Sawmill Market, which has a rich selection of food and is a lively place to hang out. The staff members were super friendly and helpful. It was our second stay there, and we were upgraded to a suite for no extra charge without requesting it, which was much appreciated….”
”Most beautiful hotel I’ve stayed in! The best part was the staff!! They were all so amazing!!!”
Some things guests didn’t like:
”The coffee in the room is sub-par. The hotel really needs to upgrade this because it is one of the pricier properties in Albuquerque. A Nespresso setup would be a huge improvement….”
”I just would like to not pay a resort fee. I’m really tired of the money grab. It’s insulting….”
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