Northwestern New Mexico, NM

Travel Guide

Visible from the parking lot a short walk will get you this closer vantage point.
Visible from the parking lot a short walk will get you this closer vantage point.
The Bisti Badlands in New Mexico are a place that seems to be out of this world. 

Stunning landscapes and stone formations everywhere. 
Only problem: It is in the middle of nowhere and you have to hike quite a little bit. There are no marked trails though. A GPS device is highly recommended.

#GreatOutdoors
This strange formation is known as the King of Wings. Its location has been a well kept secret for a long time and is still hard to find. I want to keep it that way and will not provide the GPS coordinates of this gem. 
It is located somewhere in the Ah Shi Sle Pah. 

This photo was taken a couple minutes after sunset. 

#GreatOutdoors
#Nature
Amazing cultural history of our past inhabitants in the Southwest.

Where to stay in Northwestern New Mexico

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Historic District

Unique features of Historic District include the historic sites and theaters. Make a stop by Gallup Cultural Center or El Morro Theatre while you're exploring the area.

Historic District
Hotel El Rancho

Hotel El Rancho

3 out of 5
1000 E. Hwy 66 Gallup NM
$100 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$116 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gallup. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,332 reviews)
The room was nice and clean. Loved the layout of the John Wayne room! Sitting by the fire after the long drive was an extra treat!

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Hotel El Rancho
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
$71 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
$82 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,953 reviews)
We stay here almost every time we stay in Albuquerque. This hotel is very family friendly. It is very conveniently located near the freeway. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Breakfast has pancakes, bagels and cereal. There’s a hot tub, sauna and indoor pool. There’s also a laundry room. The staff ...

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

The Querque Hotel
Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque

3 out of 5
3300 Prospect Ave Ne Albuquerque NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$101 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,065 reviews)
Awesome

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Albuquerque
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.
Your Cozy Base for Fun Escapes!

Your Cozy Base for Fun Escapes!

Bloomfield NM
Stay at this vacation home in Bloomfield. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Salmon Ruins and Hidden Valley ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Great stay! Quiet neighborhood

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Your Cozy Base for Fun Escapes!
Amazing 4-bedroom: AC, WiFi, 2 car garage with river view in NW Albuquerque

Amazing 4-bedroom: AC, WiFi, 2 car garage with river view in NW Albuquerque

2.5 out of 5
Albuquerque NM
Stay at this vacation home in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rio Grande Nature Center State Park and Los ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
This house was a wonderful place to stay. Our host was incredibly welcoming, responsive, and easy to reach whenever we had questions or needed anything during our stay. The house was very clean, spacious, and well-maintained, making it comfortable for our entire family. We especially appreciated ...

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Amazing 4-bedroom: AC, WiFi, 2 car garage with river view in NW Albuquerque
PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076

PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076

Pagosa Springs CO
Stay at this cabin in Pagosa Springs. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and patios. Popular attraction Crater Lake Trail is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (201 reviews)
Oh my goodness. Best vacation rental I have ever rented. 100/100 would recommend. AMAZING. Everything I dreamed of and more. Perfectly clean. Pristine. River is better than the pictures. Beds were so comfortable. Host was out of this world responsive and friendly. Location was incredible.

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

PET FRIENDLY, cozy, quiet, cabin; river in the backyard STARLINK; VRP-25-0076
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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