Albuquerque Area Info & Attractions
Known to be the largest city in New Mexico, Albuquerque is home to more than just sandy hills. In 2007, it was ranked the 6th fastest growing city in the United States by CNN and the U.S. Census Bureau. From the Sandia Mountains to the Rio Grande River and from the Kirtland Air Force Base to "The Pit" at University of New Mexico's sports complex, Albuquerque provides both culture and adventure to every visitor.
The Fairfield Inn Albuquerque Airport Hotel is only a short drive away from all this excitement and more. Your should never wonder what to do in Albuquerque as several attractions are nearby. Our comfortable guest rooms provide the perfect base for all your personal needs and we want to be your home-away-from-home throughout your many excursions in New Mexico. Below is a list of destinations and activities you might consider adding to your trip plans:
Nearby Hospitals and Medical Centers:
- VA Hospital
- Gibson Medical
- Presbyterian Hospital
- University of New Mexico Medical Center
Nearby Colleges and Universities:
- University of New Mexico
- National American University
- Trinity Southwest University
- University of St. Francis
Albuquerque Sports Complexes:
- University of New Mexico Arena
- The Pit at UNM
- The Isotopes Baseball Field
- Mesa Del Sol Golf Course
Nearby Malls and Shopping Centers:
- Coronado Mall
- Uptown Outlet Mall
- Old Town
Major Albuquerque Business Centers and Employers:
- Northrop Grumman
- Enerpulse
- Sandia Labs
- TASC Inc.
- Kirtland Air Force Base
Albuquerque Parks and Nature Preserves:
- Bosque Del Apache National Wildfile Refuge
- Rio Grande River
- Sandia Mountains
For a list of dining options near the Fairfield Inn by Marriott Albuquerque, visit our Albuquerque Restaurants page.
If time permits, make sure you attend a traditional "Folklorico" - photo courtesy of Albuquerque CVB.
Booking is easy with the option to book your room online. As we are a member of the Marriott family of hotels, we offer Marriott Rewards benefits for our frequent visitors.





