Central New Mexico, NM

Travel Guide

Central New Mexico
Albuquerque showing street scenes
Albuquerque showing a city and a sunset
Santa Fe which includes outdoor art, a park and street scenes
Santa Fe featuring street scenes and shopping

Where to stay in Central New Mexico

New Mexico Museum of Art which includes a statue or sculpture and art

Downtown Santa Fe

4.5/5(1,990 area reviews)

Visitors to Downtown Santa Fe rave about its fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries. You might also want to make some time to see Santuario De Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe or Lensic Performing Arts Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Downtown Santa Fe
Autumn at the top of the Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque, NM is not to be missed if you happen to visit at just the right time.  Hope you're not afraid of heights.  

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Northeast Heights

3.5/5(1,327 area reviews)

While visiting Northeast Heights, you might make a stop by sights like iT'Z Albuquerque and ABQ Uptown.

Northeast Heights
A peak inside Meow Wolf. Love this place!

Southside

4/5(1,497 area reviews)

Southside is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Meow Wolf and Greer Garson Theater Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Santa Fe.

Southside
Canyon Road showing interior views and art

Historic Eastside

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

While visiting Historic Eastside, you might make a stop by sights like Canyon Road and Edition ONE Gallery.

Historic Eastside
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Old Town Albuquerque

Explore historic adobe buildings, dine at numerous restaurants, and shop at various stores in this popular tourist destination. Don't miss the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, and the nearby New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.

Old Town Albuquerque
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Downtown Albuquerque

3.5/5(704 area reviews)

Central business district with highrise buildings, Downtown Albuquerque offers shopping, dining, and nightlife along Central and Gold Avenues. Explore landmarks like KiMo Theater and enjoy convenient public transit options.

Downtown Albuquerque
The Sage Hotel

The Sage Hotel

3 out of 5
725 Cerrillos Rd Santa Fe NM
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
$85 total
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,124 reviews)
Great value for the money. The staff was very helpful.

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

The Sage Hotel
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
2400 Yale Blvd Se Albuquerque NM
$76 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Dec 28 to Dec 29
$88 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,858 reviews)
Staff was very courteous and helpful. Room was very clean. The only complaint was an extra security deposit after I had already paid for the room.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
La Fonda on the Plaza

La Fonda on the Plaza

4 out of 5
100 E San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
$179 nightly
The price is $206 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$206 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

La Fonda on the Plaza
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging

3 out of 5
321 Kearney Ave Santa Fe NM
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,212 reviews)
Booked for the Santa Fe Wine and Chile Festival. Great location!

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
La Dea

La Dea

4.5 out of 5
2861 Agua Fria St Santa Fe NM
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Rockin' Rollers ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Everything was very clean and the fenced-off yard with the Onu suite was perfect for our dog. The decor was absolutely lovely. The fireplace got plenty of use and we recommend buying piñon wood on Old Las Vegas Highway from one of the roadside vendors there (bring cash). We thoroughly enjoyed staying ...

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025

La Dea
Secure carport, amazing Views and Reviews!  Private suite with patio.

Secure carport, amazing Views and Reviews! Private suite with patio.

Albuquerque NM
Stay at this apartment in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden and ABQ BioPark Aquarium are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (144 reviews)
Eymos is a great human being firstly, and the details show, he thinks of everything that you could possibly need, highly recommend to anyone who wants to experience desert living with quite a few creature comforts

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Secure carport, amazing Views and Reviews! Private suite with patio.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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