Jan. 9—An upgraded hotel in Downtown Albuquerque is expected to arrive next month.
Hotel Blue began remodeling years ago, and next month the hotel reopens with a new aesthetic and name, Arrive Albuquerque.
The hotel, at 717 Central NW, traces its roots back to 1965 and has gone through many remodels. In its latest phase, the hotel features a retro aesthetic reminiscent of its earlier days but with modern features.
Guests staying at Arrive Albuquerque can enjoy a beverage at check-in at DWTNR Cocktail Bar and Lounge. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center with Peloton bikes and dog-friendly accommodations, according to a press release.
The rooms feature the classics such as cable television, Wi-Fi and in-room dining but also have a unique twist with a Victrola Bluetooth speaker that looks like an old radio.
The remodeled aesthetic features vintage floral patterns, red pops of color and retro aesthetics.
The outer hotel wall features a vibrant mural done by local artist Nani Chacon that sets the expectation of what awaits visitors inside. A red Low rider surrounded by flowering cactuses matches the vibe of the interior design.
The hotel has 137 rooms and is stacked six stories high.
The hotel originally opened as a Downtowner Motor Inn, pulling guests off Route 66.
Over the years Downtown Albuquerque has grown around the hotel, which is walking distance to the Downtown Growers’ Market, Albuquerque Convention Center and the Civic Plaza.
“We’ve been watching as the city has grown and evolved in recent years and know that it is at the forefront of a very important and impactful cultural progression that we’re honored to be a part of,” said Avi Brosh, the hotel owner.
He and his team at Palisociety designed the hotel in-house. His company owns and operates unique hotels such as Le Petit Pali Brentwood in Los Angeles.
Albuquerque is home to the fifth Arrive hotel. The other four hotels are in Palm Springs, California, Austin, Texas, Memphis, Tennessee and Wilmington, North Carolina.
Arrive Albuquerque will be hosting a job fair from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Jan 16. The hotel is looking to fill the following positions: front desk manager, front desk supervisor, front desk agent night auditor, room attendant, houseperson, engineer server, busser, host, bartender, line cook and steward/dishwash.