Booking a hotel in New Mexico is very difficult when your age is between 18 to 20. Most hotels will not let you check in if you are not 21 years old. They do have age restrictions because they want to avoid additional hassle.
So we have done research on it and found some hotels for 18+ in New Mexico where you will be able to check in.
Hotels in New Mexico for 18+
Here is the list of hotels for the different cities within New Mexico where 18+ can check-in.
Las Cruces
- Super 8 by Wyndham Las Cruces/La Posada Lane
- Motel 6-Las Cruces, NM - Telshor
- Econo Lodge Las Cruces University Area
- Rodeway Inn & Suites
- Super 8 by Wyndham Las Cruces/White Sands Area
Albuquerque
- Hotel Parq Central Albuquerque
- Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque Airport
- The Tingley Gardens A - An Irvie Home
- Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection By Hilton
- Resort-like 4bed/4bath home - pool, hot tub, bbq, sauna, offices
View our full guide to Albuquerque Hotels with 18+ Check-In
FAQs
What’s the age requirements to get a hotel room in New Mexico?
The age of 18 is the legal age to rent a hotel room in New Mexico. But most of the hotels have their own policy and where they set the minimum check-in age is 21.
I am 18 years old. Am I eligible to check into a hotel in New Mexico?
Yes, you are eligible to check into a hotel. There is no specific restriction but some locations where hotels don’t let you check in if you are below 21.
So why do some hotels have an age requirement of 21?
Mainly there are two reasons.
- They think people under 21 do not behave responsibly.
- Extremely difficult to enforce a contract to be held when the age is below 21.
Do I need a credit card to check in as an 18 year old?
Yes, most of the time they will ask for a credit card to check in.
Do I need to show I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?
Not all hotels ask for ID cards to check in but some hotels may ask for ID, Drivers License, or Passport during check in.