ARRIVE Albuquerque

About ARRIVE Albuquerque

Hundreds of historic lodges and roadside motels line Route 66, and some have been revamped for modern travelers, like ARRIVE Albuquerque. Housed in the former Downtowner Motor Inn, which opened in 1965 on Central Avenue — the section of the iconic highway that cuts through the city’s downtown — it’s now a smart-looking boutique hotel courtesy of the California-based Palisociety collection. The vintage facade hasn’t changed much, save for the addition of a large mural by local artist Nani Chacon. But inside, the hotel is bright and modern, featuring a mix of playful midcentury-inspired decor, vibrant textiles, and shapes and colors that mirror the region’s Southwestern landscapes. Rooms have cheerful checkered-tile floors, floral-patterned headboards, fine Italian linens, custom-built furniture, and retro-styled bathrooms stocked with Grown Alchemist products, as well as thoughtful amenities like curated minibars and Victrola Bluetooth speakers. Spacious suites come with separate living rooms furnished with modular sofas, wooden counters with stools, and workstations. Downstairs, off the lobby with its domed ceiling and quarry floors, the DWTNR Cocktail Bar & Lounge specializes in comfort food and cocktails, a contemporary twist on classic Americana, including drinks served poolside at ARRIVE’s stylish swim club.

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