Reservations may be via the reservation link listed by each hotel hotel or by calling the hotel directly. If calling the hotel, please refer to Hot Chocolate 15/5k when making your reservation.
Albuquerque Uptown:
The Uptown area is the heart of the city’s modern shopping and business district, but it is also home to EXPO NM, Home of the State Fairgrounds. Here you’ll find a wide variety of shopping, dining and lodging options, from boutique clothing shops to well-known New Mexican restaurants, high-rise hotels and mom ‘n’ pop motels.
EXPO NM Home of the State Fairgrounds is located in the Uptown area and is home to one of the nation’s largest state fairs each September. EXPO NM hosts a popular flea market every weekend, as well as regular arts and crafts shows, horse shows, concerts and sporting events at Tingley Coliseum.
The Uptown area is the site of two of the city’s major shopping malls, Coronado Center (the state’s largest) and the sparkling new ABQ Uptown. Opened in November 2006, ABQ Uptown is a beautifully designed outdoor mall that boasts national boutique chains.
Uptown Hotel Offerings:
Park Inn by Radisson
2500 Carlisle Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
505-888-3311
www.parkinn.com/hotel-albuquerque
Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown
2600 Louisiana Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
505-881-0000
https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/ramhotchocolate
Albuquerque Downtown:
When the railroad came to Albuquerque in 1880, the city expanded eastward toward the tracks, which were located on higher ground about a mile from Old Town. The arrival of the railroad brought commerce and activity to New Town, as it was then known. Today we call this area Downtown Albuquerque, and it remains a hub of activity. Like many other urban areas, Albuquerque’s downtown declined as rapid development expanded the city’s borders. But our Downtown is in the midst of an ongoing multi-million dollar revitalization and it is now home to a 12-screen movie theater, bustling restaurants, trendy shops, art galleries and a lively entertainment district. Several of the areas older buildings have been converted into stylish lofts, eclectic lounges and venues for live music, all of which are within easy walking distance of Downtown’s high-rise hotels.
The famous Route 66, now Central Avenue, is Downtown’s main artery, and at First and Central lies the new Alvarado Transportation Center, which is home to the city’s regional transportation system, linking Amtrak, commuter rail, Greyhound bus service and local bus service. The Mission Revival-style Alvarado Transportation Center echoes the style of an old railroad hotel, the Alvarado, which once stood on the same site.
The Downtown Albuquerque Civic Plaza is home to many festive events. The Albuquerque Convention Center plays host not only to conventions, but also to concerts, lectures and other public events. The famous Pueblo Deco-style KiMo Theatre offers a wide variety of entertainment. Be sure to check out the calendar of events to see what’s happening during your visit.
Downtown Albuquerque nightlife is almost as hot as the area’s green chile. Bar hop down Central Avenue or take in one of the many festive events on the Albuquerque Civic Plaza. During the summer, Downtown sizzles with summer entertainment. Listen to Jazz on the Fourth Street Mall or take in a concert or play in the historic and acclaimed KiMo Theatre.
Downtown Hotel Offerings:
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque
201 Marquette Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
Reservation line: 800-222-2733
http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/A/ALBSMDT-HCO-20120928/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Hyatt Regency Albuquerque
330 Tijeras Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-842-1234
https://resweb.passkey.com/go/ramracing