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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

4.0 star property

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Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room
3 restaurants, dinner served
Reception
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
$169
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King Bed, Roll In Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 786 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 743 sq ft
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 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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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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 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 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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 resort walkable to Towa Golf Resort
This smoke-free resort 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 resort'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 resort'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 resort 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.

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 2 2025 to September 19 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools
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

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 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)

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 Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
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. 538 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen Villabona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very spacious and kept well clean daily! The hotel is beautiful, especially the pool area and restaurants and casino!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the experience was nice we loved the amenities and all it had to offer
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

AZ

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking is so crowded and for disabled parking there is not even. The choice for food is limited. The staff is not as friendly and accommodating. The place seems clean but wall paper on the bathroom was peeling. There are people banging on our doors. Unpleasant stay. If I could do it over, I will not pay for this place. Thinking it was a Hilton but very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NAITIK, GEORGETOWN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved our stay. All the employees were nice and friendly especially Jimmy who served us serve us several times at the Igauna restaurant. There was also a woman who managed the restaurant who was also wonderful. The only thing I was a little disappointed with was that there wasn’t any complimentary coffee in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decor is very nice. Not happy with the temperature of the pools, especially the indoor one.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice hotel, it was perfect for our trip
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

AZ

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I asked for a room accessible because I have a knee problem. They gave us a room almost to the end of the third floor. Ice machine is not working. The back patio has termites and dirty. Wallpaper are peeling off the bathroom wall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Ice machine on our floor broken. No Diet Coke in the vending machine. No room service from restaurants on property. No breakfast included in price.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

eugene

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room poorly cleaned. Insufficient towels(2 people, 1 wash cloth). Desk chair deteriorating. Room overlooked roof and ducts...yet hotel mostly emoty. Most restaurants closed. Reservation was "free breakfast", but only partially reimbursed. Hotel wanted about $200 more for stay than Expedia. Hotel would not adjust so I canceled and booked Expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melodie, Greenland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Endre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went there mainly for the spa and was not disappointed. our room was very clean and the bed was comfortable For our shopping and main meals we went down town to Santa Fe, about an easy 25 min drive. food was fabulous. I would go there again in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More room service options would be nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025