The La Quinta Inn Albuquerque Northeast is close to Balloon Fiesta Park; we are the place to stay for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! Start your colorful day with our Free Bright Side Breakfast then head to the park or other area attractions: Ride the Sandia Peak Ski Tramway (mountain bike, picnic). Spend the day at Cliffs Amusement Park. Play the championship Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course, or try your luck at Sandia Casino. We are close to restaurant row and there are lots of places to shop. After a day of fun, come home to the La Quinta Inn Albuquerque Northeast and relax around the sparkling outdoor swimming pool, open seasonally (Memorial Day-Labor Day).Our rooms have loads of convenient amenities such as free high-speed Internet access and our courteous staff is ready to serve. We are conveniently located north of downtown, with easy access from I-25 (exit 231), next to Cracker Barrel. Stay here if you conduct business at the Journal Center, Sandia National Labs, Intel, FAA Control Center, and America Online.