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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
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Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
3 restaurants, dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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20 Buffalo Thunder Trl, Santa Fe, NM, 87506
  • Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Towa Golf Resort
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cities of Gold Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard King

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

2 Qn Beds Accessible Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Beds With Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

2 Queen Beds With Balcony

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Two Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Two Queen Beds

  • 614 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King Bed, Roll In Shower

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 495 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 786 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 786 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 743 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 786 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Two Queens

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

1 King With Balcony

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Two Queens

  • 388 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 786 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

4-star Santa Fe hotel walkable to Towa Golf Resort
This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Self parking is free. Additionally, a casino, an indoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder offers 393 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can play rounds at the 36-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 3 outdoor tennis courts. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Wo Pin has 14 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open select days.
In addition to a full-service spa, Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder features a golf course and outdoor tennis courts. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge.

Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and 25 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 72000 square feet (6689 square meters) include a conference center. This family-friendly hotel also offers a casino, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests can use the indoor pool at a partner property. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Red Sage - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Iguana Cafe - Onsite restaurant. Open daily.
Turquoise Trail - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 to 25 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Iguana Cafe
  • Red Sage
  • Turquoise Trail

Things to do

  • 1,200 slot machines
  • 14 gaming tables
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 36-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino (70,000 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Piano
  • Pro golf shop
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 25 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (72,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday:
  • Full-service spa

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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.

You need to know

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

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 property 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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Buffalo Resort Santa Fe
Buffalo Thunder Hilton
Hilton Buffalo Thunder Resort
Hilton Golf Buffalo Thunder
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Hilton Santa Fe Golf Buffalo Thunder
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Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort Buffalo Thunder
Santa Fe Resort
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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Resort Santa Fe

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here when we go visit our kids! Great property love their summertime use of the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My low ranking is because of some cleanliness in my room which was obviously a lack of attention and detail by cleaning staff. But it was enough to gross me out and then became a top of mind to me throughout my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

liam

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine, Castle Rock

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Anissa

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevators far, no microwave in rooms, housekeeping delivered items 1 hour after request, balcony dirty with stains on floor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Cameron

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property seems rundown and in need of a refresh. Room was mostly clean, some mold under the falling off wall paper.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
We have stayed here seval times and always have a great experience. Friendly staff at check in and very clean facility. Definitely will come back and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emil, EL PASO

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome casino. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff that cleaned my room were excellent. That were cheerful and pleasant. The people in the restaurants and casino were friendly and helpful. The people in the shopping areas were also helpfuul and pleasant. I would recommend this hotel to my friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is gorgeous! Room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Staff was friendly. We had no problems at all! We stayed 3 nights. Food in all the restaurants was a little pricey, but the prime rib sandwich in the casino was the best I have ever had! I would definitely recommend and we will go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and staff was awsome, shower door handle was broken and shower head needed cleaned. Lots of clogged jets
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We have stayed here many times. It is not the same as it used to be
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Florence

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didnt like that most dinning was closed and had to go outside for other Dining choices.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eating options not good in evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy staying here. Clean rooms, helpful and friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024