Howard Johnson Rio Rancho

1465 Rio Rancho Dr. Se., Rio Rancho, NM 87124 United States (USA)
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2.0 Star Property
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3.0/5

Based on 157 guest reviews

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  • Has outdoor swimming pool
  • Comp. Breakfast
  • Fitness + Health Center
  • 118 rooms in hotel
  • 2 floors in property
  • Check-in time: 3
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
  • 8 meeting rooms in hotel

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Local Attractions

Attractions: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Park and Museum, Casinos,Quality Golf Courses, Albuquerque Rio Grande Zoo, Historic Route 66, Santa Fe Plaza and Old Town Albuquerque, Sandia Peak Aerial Tram, Albuquerque Petroglyphs, National Atomic Museum, Multiple Art and History Museums, Santa Ana Star Center, Pueblo Indian Cultural Center, Turquoise Museum, Ski Areas Area Businesses:Intel, Hewlett Packard, Sprint and Bank of America, Film Studios
3.0 out of 5. Based on 157 guest reviews

Property Description

Located in the heart of the Land of Enchantment, this destination landmark & resort-style property is only 12 miles northwest of Downtown Albuquerque and close to an extensive number of area attractions and businesses. Our spacious rooms feature cable television with free HBO, and free high-speed wireless internet access and free local and 800 telephone calls. Our guests also enjoy free expanded continental breakfast (20+ items) each morning. The full service Toro Tequila Sports Bar & Grill is sure to satisfy the entire family offering a delectable and unique menu selection. Stop in often for daily specials, guest discounts, live music, and daily happy hour. Picture, if you will…. our serene 2-acre courtyard-a hidden garden so to speak, with acres of grass, tall ponderosa pines, cottonwoods, a picturesque gazebo and a variety of florals and even resident endangered Cooper Hawks. The courtyard also includes a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, a picturesque gazebo, and your memories are sure to last. This all awaits you and your family at the Inn's Grand Courtyard.All of our tastefully appointed rooms have king or queen beds with most modern conveniences, including high speed wireless internet access, free local and 800 calls, cable TV with HBO, voicemail, workstation and a full, public business center. We are also “pet friendly.” Most rooms even have a refrigerator and/or microwave.With multiple and variable conference rooms and a stunning grand ballroom, all totaling almost 10,000 square feet, The Inn at Rio Rancho and Conference Center is the perfect place to hold your meetings, reunions, weddings, and formal events featuring many delectable meal and break F & B options. Inside and outside catering are available offering competitive pricing of delicious meals. Whether it's breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a coffee break, you will be delighted with our service, select, and taste.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3
Check Out: 12
Year of Last Renovation: 2008
Floors: 2
Rooms: 118
Corridors: All Rooms Have Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 118
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 1
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 8 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 7500 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 300 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 5pm-10pm
Pool Info:
Large seasonal outdoor pool open 10am - 10 pm
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
6pm day before arrival for individual reservations.2 weeks for groups.
Nightly Parking: 0
Typical Group Deposit: 25%
Total Taxes: 12.14%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 7.44%
Occupancy Tax: 5.00%
Food and Beverage Tax: 7.44%
Audio Visual Tax: 7.44%
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Cleaning Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Gym Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 22.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 22.00%
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 0.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 16.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 16.00 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 25.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 23.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 25.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 2.00 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 2.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Camping or barbeque facilities
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Spa
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Terrace
  • TV room
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Albuquerque SunPort Int'l Airport (ABQ)- 15 miles away. Taxi services available.

Local Shuttle Info: Hotel Shuttle available upon request w/limited local availability Airport charges apply

Breakfast Information

Our complimentary Rise & Dine breakfast boasts freshly brewed coffee, hot teas and fresh fruit juices, pastries, muffins and bread selection, as well as an array of hot and cold cereals, waffles and sausage provide a great combination of traditional breakfast items for a fast & relaxing breakfast experience!

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
$15.00 per pet per day, with credit card required for deposit. Pet must be in a crate during housekeeping services and must not be left unattended.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary WiFi available in all rooms. Dedicated WiFi network for meeting rooms.

About Howard Johnson

  • Rise and Dine breakfast offering coffee, fruit juices, and baked goods
  • In-room coffee and High speed internet access in every room
  • Pet friendly at participating locations
  • Home Office Rooms ideal for business travelers which includes a work desk and a comfortable chair with a refrigerator and microwave

The Howard Johnson highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Best Western Rio Rancho Inn, Inn at Rio Rancho, Inn at Rio Rancho & Event Center, Rio Rancho Inn & Conference Center

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho.

Feel free to use the Howard Johnson Rio Rancho meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Rio Rancho event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)		 Size
(sqft.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Ballroom 75 x 63 x 12 4725250/--200250100135100--/--330----
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Ballroom

The Howard Johnson Rio Rancho offers approx 4,700 sq ft of Grand Ballroom which may be divided into (3)equal sections: The Rio Rancho room, The Taos room, The Sante Fe room, plus a total of (4) breakout rooms including: The Paradise room, The Saratoga room, The Sunset room, The Sunset II room, each room comfortably accommodating up to (50) guests. Pricing may be negotiable with minimum (F & B) purchases and party size. Over 7,000 sq ft total Event space available!
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
4725 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
75 x 63 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
19
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$1800.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$1800.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$1800.00 USD
*FREE high-speed wireless INTERNET*FREE Daily Expanded Continental Breakfast (20+ items) for all Guests*Discount w/minimum F&B purchase
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Santa Fe		 63 x 25 x 12 157560/----753845----/--112----
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Santa Fe

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1575 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
63 x 25 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
19
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$600.00 USD
*FREE high-speed wireless INTERNET*FREE Daily Expanded Continental Breakfast (20+ items) for all Guests*Discount w/minimum F&B purchase
Taos		 63 x 25 x 12 157560/----753845----/--112----
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Taos

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1575 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
63 x 25 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
12
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$600.00 USD
*FREE high-speed wireless INTERNET*FREE Daily Expanded Continental Breakfast (20+ items) for all Guests*Discount w/minimum F&B purchase
Rio Rancho		 63 x 25 x 12 157560/----753845----/--112----
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Rio Rancho

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
1575 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
63 x 25 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
12
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$600.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$600.00 USD
*FREE high-speed wireless INTERNET*FREE Daily Expanded Continental Breakfast (20+ items) for all Guests*Discount w/minimum F&B purchase
Sunset 29 x 27 x 12 783--/48--301922----/--50----
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Sunset

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
783 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
29 x 27 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
0
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
$250.00 USD
Full Day Rental:
$400.00 USD
Evening Rental:
$250.00 USD
*FREE high-speed wireless INTERNET*FREE Daily Expanded Continental Breakfast (20+ items) for all Guests*Discount w/minimum F&B purchase
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FAQs about Howard Johnson Rio Rancho

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Howard Johnson Rio Rancho have?

There are 118 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho?

Yes, they have 8 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho?

Our complimentary Rise & Dine breakfast boasts freshly brewed coffee, hot teas and fresh fruit juices, pastries, muffins and bread selection, as well as an array of hot and cold cereals, waffles and sausage provide a great combination of traditional breakfast items for a fast & relaxing breakfast experience!

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary WiFi available in all rooms. Dedicated WiFi network for meeting rooms.

Is there a gym at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Howard Johnson Rio Rancho?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Large seasonal outdoor pool open 10am - 10 pm.

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