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South-Valley is a census-designated place in Bernalillo County in north-central New Mexico. It's a suburb of the Albuquerque metropolitan area, with a population of approximately 39,000. The community of South Valley was recognized byCNN/Money.com as one of the top places to live in 2007. It was chosen for having the best of small-town living within close distance to all the cultural, entertainment and recreational amenities of Albuquerque. South Valley's housing market is strong and diverse, with single-family homes in new home subdivisions and planned neighborhoods anchoring the market. The economy is also strong, providing residents with plenty of employment opportunities. The Albuquerque metro area offers everything from golf and skiing, to mountain biking and hot air ballooning. The area also offers numerous art galleries, boutiques and restaurants. Old Town Albuquerque features an intriguing ghost tour performed by the Southwest Ghost Hunters Association. A few of the festivals in the South Valley region include the Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival, Albuquerque Wine Festival and the Folk Music Festival. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is one of the largest hot air balloon gatherings in the world and hosts 700 balloons in a 9-day event that attracts thousands. The Balloon Fiesta is also one of the most photographed events in the world. Other attractions near South Valley include the New Mexico Jazz Workshop, which presents a variety of programs like Salsa Under the Stars, Blues Fest and Summer Music Festival.

Surrounding areas: Sandia Mountains, New Mexico (6.1 mi), Albuquerque, New Mexico (8.0 mi), Los Lunas, New Mexico (14.1 mi), Corrales, New Mexico (15.9 mi), Rio Rancho, New Mexico (18.3 mi), Cedar Crest, New Mexico (18.5 mi), Sandia Park, New Mexico (20.8 mi)

South Valley Vacation Rentals




South Valley Hotels and Resorts

 
Hotels & Motels
Embassy Suites Hotel Albuquerque1000 Woodward Place NEAlbuquerque, NM3.4 mi.(505) 245-7100
Holiday Inn Select Albuquerque Airport1501 Sunport Place SEAlbuquerque, NM3.7 mi.(505) 944-2255
Country Inn & Suites2601mulberry St SEAlbuquerque, NM4.0 mi.(505) 246-9600
Country Inns & Suites By Carlson2601 Mulberry SEAlbuquerque, NM4.0 mi.(505) 246-9600
Wyndham Albuquerque Hotel29910 Yale Blvd SeAlbuquerque, NM4.1 mi.(505) 843-7000
Hawthorn Inn & Suites1511 Gibson Blvd SeAlbuquerque, NM4.2 mi.(877) 242-8801
Quality Suites Airport1501 Gibson BlvdAlbuquerque, NM4.2 mi.(505) 245-7363
Wyndham Airport Hotel2910 Yale BlvdAlbuquerque, NM4.2 mi.(505) 843-7000
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Airport2601 Yale BlvdAlbuquerque, NM4.3 mi.(505) 765-1000
Airport University Inn1901 University Blvd SEAlbuquerque, NM4.5 mi.(505) 247-0512
Best Western Airport Inn2400 Yale SeAlbuquerque, NM4.5 mi.(505) 242-7022
Comfort Inn Airport2300 Yale Blvd SEAlbuquerque, NM4.5 mi.(505) 243-2244
Hampton Inn Albuquerque Airport2231 Yale Blvd SEAlbuquerque, NM4.5 mi.(505) 246-2255
La Quinta Motor Inn Airport2116 Yale Blvd SeAlbuquerque, NM4.6 mi.(505) 243-5500
Courtyard By Marriott1920 Yale SeAlbuquerque, NM4.7 mi.(505) 843-6600
Motel 61000 Stadium Blvd SeAlbuquerque, NM4.7 mi.(505) 243-8017
Albuquerque Towneplace Suites2400 Centre Ave SeAlbuquerque, NM4.8 mi.(505) 232-5800
Crossland2321 International Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM4.8 mi.(505) 244-0414
Ramada LTD Airport1801 Yale Blvd SeAlbuquerque, NM4.8 mi.(505) 242-0036
Sleep Inn Airport2300 International Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM4.8 mi.(505) 244-3325
The Hotel Blue717 Central NWAlbuquerque, NM5.3 mi.(505) 924-2400
Amerisuites Albuquerque Airport1400 Support Pl SeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 242-9300
Best Western Winrock Inn18 Winrock CTR NWAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 883-5252
Clubhouse Inn1315 Meanual Blvd NeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 345-0010
Courtyard By Marriott5151 Journal CTR Blvd NeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 823-1919
Days Inn W6031 Lliff Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 836-3297
Drury Inn & Suites Albuquerque4310 The 25 Way NeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 341-3600
Fairfield Inn-albuquerque Airp2300 CTR Ave SeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 247-1621
Holiday Inn Express2331 CTR Ave SeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 247-1500
La Quinta Inn & Suites/albuq West6101 CLF Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(800) 531-5900
Quality Inn & Suites411 Mcknight Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(505) 242-5228
Residence Inn - North4331 The Ln @ 25 NeAlbuquerque, NM5.4 mi.(800) 331-3131
Econo Lodge Downtown817 Central AveAlbuquerque, NM5.5 mi.(505) 243-1321
Hyatt Regency Albuquerque330 Tijeras NWAlbuquerque, NM5.5 mi.(505) 842-1234
Silver Moon Lodge918 Central SWAlbuquerque, NM5.5 mi.(505) 243-1773
Doubletree Hotel201 Marquette St NWAlbuquerque, NM5.6 mi.(505) 247-3344
Econo Lodge Oldtown2321 Central Ave NWAlbuquerque, NM5.9 mi.(505) 243-8475
Monterey Non Smokers Motel2402 Central Ave SWAlbuquerque, NM5.9 mi.(505) 243-3554
Microtel Inn And Suites9910 Avalon Rd NWAlbuquerque, NM6.1 mi.(505) 836-1686
Plaza Inn Albuquerque900 Medical Arts Ave NEAlbuquerque, NM6.2 mi.(505) 243-5693

South Valley Weather & Climate

North Central New Mexico has a climate that is usually sunny and dry with relatively low humidity. Brilliant sunshine defines the region, averaging more than 300 days a year. At times there are periods of mid and high-level cloudiness. Extended cloudiness is rare. The region has four distinct seasons, but the heat and cold are mild compared to the extremes that occur more commonly in other parts of the country. Occasional snowfalls are possible but usually melts by mid-afternoon. Spring is unsettled, often windy and cool, but is the driest time of the year. Summer daytime highs range from the upper 80s to the upper 90's, and low 60s to low 70s overnight. North Central New Mexico's climate is classified as arid.

     Month       High Temp   Low Temp   Rainfall   Ocean Temp 
January 47°F 23°F 0.49 in. -
February 54°F 28°F 0.44 in. -
March 62°F 33°F 0.61 in. -
April 70°F 40°F 0.50 in. -
May 79°F 49°F 0.60 in. -
June 90°F 59°F 0.65 in. -
July 92°F 64°F 1.27 in. -
August 89°F 63°F 1.73 in. -
September 82°F 56°F 1.07 in. -
October 70°F 43°F 1.00 in. -
November 57°F 31°F 0.62 in. -
December 47°F 24°F 0.49 in. -

South Valley Map & Transportation

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The closest airports in the area are the Double Eagle Ii airport (AEG) located about 11 miles northwest of South Valley in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Moriarty airport (0E0) located approximately 37 miles east of South Valley in Moriarty, New Mexico, the Santa Fe Municipal airport (SAF) located roughly 53 miles northeast of South Valley in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and finally the Grants Milan Municipal airport (GNT) located around 70 miles west of South Valley in Grants, New Mexico.

South Valley Attractions

 
Amusement and Theme Parks
Cliff's Amusement ParkAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.
 
Golf Courses
Arroyo del Oso Golf CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Championship Course at the U of New MexicoAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Isleta Eagle Golf CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Ladera Golf CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Los Altos Golf CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Paradise Hills Golf ClubAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
Puerto Del Sol Golf CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
University of New Mexico North CourseAlbuquerqueNM5.1 mi.
PaaKo Ridge Golf ClubSandia ParkNM20.7 mi.
Santa Ana Golf ClubBernalilloNM21.3 mi.
Tierra Del Sol Country ClubBelenNM24.8 mi.
 
Ski Areas
Sandia PeakAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.
Ski Santa FeSanta FeNM62.7 mi.
Pajarito MountainLos AlamosNM64.2 mi.
Sipapu Ski AreaVaditoNM99.3 mi.
 
State Parks
Rio Bravo State ParkNM0.1 mi. 
San Gabriel State ParkNM4.8 mi. 
Senator Willie M Chavez State ParkNM25.1 mi. 
Manzano State ParkNM33.6 mi. 
 
Museums
FOOD MuseumAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Pueblo Cultural CenterAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Albuquerque Museum of Art and HistoryAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Multidisciplinary)
Anderson - Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon MuseumAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Multidisciplinary)
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and ScienceAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Science)
National Atomic MuseumAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(Technology)
Albuquerque MuseumAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.(History)
 
Zoos and Aquariums
Albuquerque Biological ParkAlbuquerqueNM5.4 mi.


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