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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

Santa Fe New Mexico
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
This hotel has renovations that may affect your stay read more

Renovations

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 20 to May 15:

  • One of the swimming pools
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Full-service spa

From weekend getaways to school holidays, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder offers a comfortable base for the whole family, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder is in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Towa Golf Resort and Cities of Gold Casino. This casino resort is 10 minutes drive to Don Quixote Distillery and Winery and 25 minutes drive to Santa Fe Opera.

Kids stay happy thanks to mini-refrigerator, deep soaking bathtub, a flat-screen TV, premium bedding, a private balcony, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, complimentary high-speed WiFi and cable & satellite channels, kid-friendly amenities and movie nights. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility, an in-room safe, bathrobes, a desk, a phone and an iron and ironing board.

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Property Details

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. While the golfer in the family is out on the course, you can enjoy above-par recreational amenities such as a casino and outdoor tennis courts. Additional amenities at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

  • Free long-term parking
  • Golf cart
  • Free RV, bus, truck parking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Golf clubs (equipment)
  • Number of slot machines - 1200
  • Number of VIP gaming rooms - 8
  • Number of gaming tables - 14
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Casino floor size square feet - 70000
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Ski storage
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Casino floor size square meters - 6503
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 3
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Multilingual staff
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Conference center
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Banquet hall
  • Ballroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Vending machine
  • Reception hall
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Express check-in
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Golfing on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wedding services
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Golf driving range on site
  • Golf lessons on site
  • Pro shop
  • Clubhouse
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Terrace
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Tennis on site
  • Hair salon
  • Golf course on site
  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Shopping on site
  • Sportsbook
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Number of meeting rooms - 25
  • Conference space size (meters) - 6689
  • Shared microwave
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Water dispenser
  • Ski lessons available nearby
  • Casino
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Uncovered parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Uncovered parking
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Full-service spa
  • Number of restaurants - 3
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Spa services on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Conference space
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Computer station
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Conference space size (feet) - 72000
  • Fence around pool
  • 24-hour business center
  • Year Built - 2008
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 393
  • Number of floors - 5

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 21 to check-in.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive smart lock details. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

Other details

Grab a bite to eat at Red Sage, one of the resort's many dining establishments, which include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Santa Fe? This resort has 72000 square feet (6689 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 25 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Towa Golf Resort - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Poeh Museum - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Cities of Gold Casino - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Don Quixote Distillery and Winery - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Tesuque Casino - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
Santa Fe Opera - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Espanola Valley Fiber Arts Center - 18.4 km / 11.5 mi
Black Mesa - 19 km / 11.8 mi
Bond House Museum - 19.2 km / 12 mi
Rio Grande - 19.7 km / 12.2 mi
Presbyterian Espanola Hospital - 20 km / 12.4 mi
Tesuque Peak Trail - 20.9 km / 13 mi
Lowlows Lowrider Art Place - 21 km / 13 mi
The nearest airports are:
Los Alamos, NM (LAM-Los Alamos County) - 30.2 km / 18.7 mi
Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) - 36.6 km / 22.8 mi
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 126.8 km / 78.8 mi

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May 04 to October 01.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 9.95 (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

20 Buffalo Thunder Trl, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87506, United States
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