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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

4.0 star property

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Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

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

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

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

2 Qn Beds Accessible Room

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

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

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

Two Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

  • Desert view
  • 614 sq ft
  • 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

  • Desert view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 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

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

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

Room, Accessible

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

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

  • Desert view
  • 786 sq ft
  • 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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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

  • Desert view
  • 786 sq ft
  • 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

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

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

Executive Two Queens

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

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

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

1 King With Balcony

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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

Standard Two Queens

  • Desert view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 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

  • Desert view
  • 786 sq ft
  • 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 rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • 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
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • 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
Hilton Golf Resort Buffalo Thunder
Hilton Santa Fe Golf Buffalo Thunder
Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort
Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort Buffalo Thunder
Santa Fe Resort
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Hotel
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Hilton Buffalo Thunder
Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort And Spa At Buffalo Thunder
Santa Fe Hilton
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Resort
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Santa Fe
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Resort Santa Fe

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1005 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

Cheramie, Mandeville

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
A/C didn’t work asked various times to get someone to fix it they said they couldn’t do anything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Freeport

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place ever
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Edgar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dustin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is beautiful! The other two bright spots about this resort are the pool and the gym. Hands down the best hotel gym I have been to in a long time. The downsides of this property is it feels pretty run down in places. In the main hallway a door wouldn't shut so it was always very cold walking to the lobby. Our room was pretty rough. We got stuck with a "second" floor room that had a beautiful view of an HVAC unit, my kids couldn't see anything past that. In our room itself, the shower spigot was broken, there was a missing floorboard where you could see unfinished drywall, and the furniture was peeling. With all that being said, we would probably stay here again, it is a nice property close enough to some of the ski resorts.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed - WIFI Issues
Was so looking forward to our stay. Was very disappointed with the resort. WiFi was not working (traveling with 13 yr old & 8 yr old). Hotel has shampoo, conditioner shower gel and lotion pumps conveniently placed in the restroom. However, both conditioner and lotion were empty. Walkway to room elevators had a strange odor and serious carpet stains. Visited Casino for a bit, very empty and a little creepy vibe. Most slots are dated. Won a bit and then lost it back. Positive: Beds were comfortable. Room and bathroom is spacious. There were a lot of channels to watch. Be careful which room option you choose when booking your room. I thought we had breakfast included with our stay. Unfortunately, I picked the wrong room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUAN, richardson

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kylie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel itself was very nice. Clean rooms, nice pool, beautiful lobby, and cute looking restaurants. Staff, service, and food do not meet the level of quality of the facilities. Staff were rude. Couldn’t get anyone to deliver room service. Food was not good at all. If Hilton wants to make this resort a true destination, it needs to improve its service and food asap.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

10/10 Excellent

C davey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Buffalo Thunder was Wonderful New Years Eve in 2015 and again on Christmas Vacation in 2024. I know this may not be mentioned enough but Maid Service was Excellent! (And Very Much Appreciated) The only negative was All Front Desk personnel were Non-Smiling and Non-Welcoming at Check In and Check Out. Otherwise, Buffalo Thunder is a Wonderful Resort. Plus, Curtis (Waiter in Red Sage Dining Room) was Most Excellent!! C. Davey Castleberry
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Easy check in. Room was great and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

ritika

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its nice property with casino and dining options. They should have microwaves in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven J

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Didem

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay. The only complaint would be the limited dining options at the hotel and lack of adequate staffing at the restaurants and coffee shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was wrong
Room was supposed to be a king bed but we were given two full size beds. Not comfortable for a married couple
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Albuquerque

Traveled with group
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
N0 Restaurants were open!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024