| off interstate 40, this no-nonsense budget hotel is 10 miles from the sandia peak tramway, which offers views of cibola national forest, and 9 miles from kirtland airforce base. kids stay at no extra cost with a parent. breakfast is free, as is parking for cars, trucks and rvs. there's also an indoor pool and a hot tub. accessed by exterior entrances, the down-to-earth rooms provide complimentary wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Albuquerque International Sunport 17 min
Tingley Beach (16 min)
Tranquil park known for its waterfowl & walking paths, plus ponds for fishing & model boating. Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum (18 min)
Open & airy tri-level museum explores the history of ballooning & features a flight simulator. ABQ BioPark (16 min)
Over 250 species of animal life in a natural environment, including polar bears, monkeys & koalas. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (13 min)
Expansive museum featuring pottery, arts & crafts, jewelry & more from local Native American tribes. New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (14 min)
Expansive museum featuring stones & gems, dinosaur skeletons & a time travel simulation ride. National Hispanic Cultural Center (13 min)
11,000-sq.-ft. gallery featuring classic & modern Hispanic art along with visual art presentations. Albuquerque Museum (13 min)
Local history museum featuring maps, photos & crafts depicting the history of Albuquerque. ABQ BioPark Aquarium (16 min)
Spacious aquarium featuring tanks with hundreds of fish plus a theater showing educational films. National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (7 min)
Compact educational spot featuring exhibits chronicling the development of nuclear science. Cliff's Amusement Park (13 min)
Amusement park with seasonal hours featuring rides, roller coasters, games, a water park & more. Sandia Crest (46 min)
Well-known 10,678-ft. peak with a long forested ridge, plus a hiking trail & aerial tramway. ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden (16 min)
Sprawling collection of gardens with walking paths also features seasonal classes, tours & events. Sandia Peak Tramway (19 min)
2.7-mi. aerial tram ride, with Albuquerque & mountain views, to a peak with trails, skiing & dining. Cibola National Forest (22 min)
1.6 million acres of trees, meadows & mountains, with campgrounds, climbing areas & scenic trails. Explora (14 min)
All-ages science, tech & art museum with over 250 exploratory exhibits & separate toddler area. | 
