Santa Fe is loved for its shopping and hiking trails, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Santa Fe Plaza and Palace of the Governors.
Las Cruces is known for its restaurants and concert halls, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Mesilla Valley Mall and Pan American Center.
Santa Fe Plaza is worth passing through for a few pics when in Downtown Santa Fe. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the museums, art galleries, and cathedral in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
If you like the great outdoors, you might want to take time to explore Carlsbad Caverns National Park, located 21.1 mi (34 km) from central Carlsbad. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center, just a short walk away.
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
Check out reviews of New Mexico hotels guests love
Hotel El Rancho
8/10 Good
"The property looked great, we were in the newer annex which is plain outside but the rooms have a Route 66 theme were excellent. The only issue was the TV didn't initially work, we had to call twice for them to come fix it, which was a quick fix. However, at 4AM the TV turned itself on (volume only no screen) and would not turn off. We muted it so we could sleep. In the morning when we wanted to watch the news the volume was still on and when you selected the channel you wanted it played both audios! Needless to say we couldn't catch the news. Additionally, the hotel is close to the railway and a crossing so there were train horns all night long. Also some gearheads were racing up and down Route 66 in front of the hotel till after 11PM so it was a bit hard to sleep."
"Rooms were very clean and attractively if simply decorated. However the room were so small that there was no room to open a suitcase, let alone two. Bathroom was tiny and spare but clean."
"A very worn out hotel. We had two rooms and both were less than expected. One room was right on the elevator and lounge area - very noisy all night.
There was a thermostat but zero AC."
"The room was very nice with double queen beds which were very comfortable. The restroom was clean and I loved the walk-in shower. The amenities and casino were excellent. The pool area was clean and well appointed. My stay was worth the 5 stars I gave it."
"La alberca se veía turbia mis nietos querian meterse y los acompañe pero me ardían los ojos bastante cloro solo estuvimos 30 minutos ya no aguante y les dije vámonos no soporte y estaban tristes"
