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traddling the banks of the Rio Grand River, Albuquerque is not only New Mexicos capital and largest city, it is the regions center for business and tourism in this “land of enchantment.” If you are looking for Albuquerque hotels, click a location below for Extended Stay Hotels or view all metropolitan Albuquerque hotels. •Hotels in Albuquerque •Hotels in Rio Rancho Given that Albuquerque is the heart of the states high technology industry, it is no surprise that large companies like Intel, Honeywell and GE Aircraft have major operations here. Despite the large presence of private business, the federal government, with Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia National Laboratories, is by far the areas largest employer. Servicing all of the area businesses travelers is Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ), a world-renowned international airport. Those travelers with some extra time for recreation have numerous options. Albuquerque is a ideally suited for anyone interested in the great outdoors, especially given the regions average 300 days of annual sunshine. Albuquerques premier geologic site, the Sandia Mountains, provides some of the regions most exciting outdoor fun. Here hikers of every skill level can embark on memorable adventures, from walks along idyllic natural trails to more challenging treks reaching elevations of over 3,500 feet. Travelers who will be visiting Albuquerque in the winter months should pack their skis; the Sandia Peak offers breathtaking slopes for outdoor winder sports enthusiasts. For a less strenuous view of the area, ride the Sandia Peak Tramway, the world's largest aerial tramway, as it passes over the breathtaking Domingo Baca Canyon. For the ultimate view of this beautiful southwestern city, consider being part of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Just imagine the excitement when, early one October morning, nearly 750 hot-air balloons ascend simultaneously into the still morning sky.DIRECTIONS FROM I-25 TAKE THE ALAMEDA EXIT GO WEST 7 MILES HOTEL IS ACROSS FROM INTEL CORPORATION DIRECTIONS FROM I-40 TAKE COORS ROAD NORTH 11 MILES, THEN WEST ON ROUTE 528 FOR 1 MILE