Located close to Towa Golf Resort and Cities of Gold Casino, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder provides a golf course, a casino and a terrace. For those looking to try their luck, this resort boasts 8 casino VIP rooms, 14 casino gaming tables and a sports book. Indulge in a facial, a hot stone massage and a body wrap at Wo Pin, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Located in Santa Fe, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder is in the entertainment district. Santa Fe Opera and Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Towa Golf Resort and Don Quixote Distillery and Winery. Cities of Gold Casino and Santuario de Chimayo are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and snowmobiling. Visit our Santa Fe travel guide
Upscale family-friendly resort near Towa Golf Resort
Located close to Cities of Gold Casino and Don Quixote Distillery and Winery, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder provides a golf course, a casino and a terrace. Hit the jackpot at this resort with amenities such as 8 casino VIP rooms, 14 casino gaming tables and a sports book. Indulge in a facial, a hot stone massage and a body wrap at Wo Pin, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking and extended parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), 3 outdoor tennis courts and access to a nearby indoor pool
Express check-out, express check-in and a front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 393 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and free extra beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
HDTVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
One of the swimming pools is closed seasonally each year from October 20 until May 15.
How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder?
As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder on 30 Nov 2026 start from NZ$265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder pet-friendly?
Yes, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder?
Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee.
Where is Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder located?
This family-friendly Santa Fe resort is located in the historical district, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Towa Golf Resort, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cities of Gold Casino and Don Quixote Distillery and Winery. Santa Fe Opera and Glenn Green Galleries & Sculpture Garden are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Buffalo Thunder was the perfect place to stay during the Balloon Fiesta, since it was off the busiest area in Santa Fe. The hotel is beautiful, the room clean and comfortable, the staff very cordial, and the ample balcony made me feel like a king. There’s plenty of restaurant options in the property to choose from! I’d definitely would stay here again!
Fabulous stay! Loved the pool/ hot tub and spa. Casino was fun… didn’t think food/ drink options were all that great and certainly not open late in evening.
The facility is beautiful and well maintained. Rooms were large and included high quality toiletries. The spa was fabulous! Room for improvement with the towels as they were very scratchy. Had an issue checking in due to a change in reservation with Expedia but front desk was not very helpful until a manager intervened after 20 minutes of hassling.
Every thing about this place was awesome! First the beds were super comfy. I have stayed at hotels with soft beds that you sink into but too soft to sleep in. This hotel have perfect beds. The bathroom was very clean and the staff changed towels daily. The pool was nice and relaxing and the hot tubs were great! It’s a close drive to downtown and other sightseeing places. Staff were friendly and huge parking lot.
Loved the pool & jacuzzi. I would have loved to see a swimsuit spinner/dryer in the locker room. I came across a couple things during my five day stay that indicated they needed a improvement in maintenance staff; (knob came off bathroom door, another knob came off in another area). Staff was friendly, housekeeping did a great job, restaurants were wonderful, casino was nice--layed out nicely. (No cocktail waitresses though).