Westside Travel Guide

Albuquerque

Rocks. That seems to be some of the most interesting things in New Mexico right? Well that actually may be true.

Petroglyph National Monument, located in Albuquerque NM, is home to lots of rocks. In fact, these volcanic rocks happen to hold carvings, like the ones you see here, that are over 400 years old! Native Americans, and early Spanish settlers, are thought to have left these as guides, warnings, or for spiritual reasons. 

For a less crowded siteseeing, and to enjoy some exercise, take the south trail. 2.5 miles of dirt path, practically all to yourself!
#NationalPark
#NewMexico
Piedras Marcardas petroglyphs take you back in time...a beautiful hike for spring time as the temps are lower and the wildflowers are blooming everywhere. #NationalPark
Great view of the Sandia Mountains and downtown Albuquerque, NM.
Great place overlooking the Rio Grande River with the Sandia Mountains in the background.
Nice hike near Albuquerque among the petroglyphs.

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Westside

Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque-Coors Road

Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque-Coors Road

2.5 out of 5
6150 Iliff Rd Nw Albuquerque NM
The price is 2.641.835 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.641.835 ₫
3.054.622 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
Comfy Bed & Clean Room

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque-Coors Road
Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque West

Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque West

2.5 out of 5
6100 West Iliff Rd Albuquerque NM
The price is 1.676.625 ₫ per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
1.676.625 ₫
1.972.131 ₫ total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,150 reviews)
Dont use the gum or laundry room

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Albuquerque West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West

3 out of 5
6101 Iliff Rd Nw Albuquerque NM
The price is 1.917.270 ₫ per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
1.917.270 ₫
2.216.843 ₫ total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,052 reviews)
Everything was great except for breakfast, or I should say lack of it

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West
Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

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

2 out of 5
4614 Central Ave SW Albuquerque NM
The price is 2.011.950 ₫ per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
2.011.950 ₫
2.326.317 ₫ total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
We were very comfortable in our 2 night stay in this centrally located motel. It has been recently updated. Clean and comfortable with helpful staff.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Sandia Peak Inn Old Town ABQ, a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West

2 out of 5
9910 Avalon Rd Nw Albuquerque NM
The price is 1.810.755 ₫ per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
1.810.755 ₫
2.093.686 ₫ total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
They ran out of breakfast and coffee by 7:30am. So we had to find a restaurant.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Albuquerque West
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se Albuquerque NM
The price is 2.391.722 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.391.722 ₫
2.765.426 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,942 reviews)
Great Hotel friendly helpful front desk and staff! Wonderful breakfast especially the ladies hosting they were great so welcoming good food and delicious we loved the amenities Nice pool and hot tub and Village Inn is in the parking lot and gives you a discount for staying at the hotel! Highly recommend ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Westside

Albuquerque has a beautiful botanical garden. A mid-October visit rewarded us with quite a number of blooms.

#Trovember

West Old Town

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.

West Old Town
San Felipe de Neri Parish Church in the old town of Albuquerque

Old Town Albuquerque

Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or Albuquerque Museum while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Albuquerque
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Sawmill Area

If you're spending some time in Sawmill Area, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Sawmill Area
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center showing interior views

Near North Valley

Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Near North Valley
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension at Sunrise, Hot Air Balloons

Wells Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.

Wells Park
Downtown city skyline of Albuquerque at night, New Mexico, United States of America.

Downtown Albuquerque

4/5(3 area reviews)

Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater while you're in town.

Downtown Albuquerque


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