Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star resort near Towa Golf Resort

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed
Meeting facility
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant

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20 Buffalo Thunder Trl, Santa Fe, NM, 87506
  • Place, Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Towa Golf Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Fe Opera
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Fe, NM (SAF-Santa Fe Municipal)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

1 King With Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Beds With Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Qn Beds Accessible Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Queen Beds, Accessible

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King Bed, Roll In Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 69 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Desert view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Desert view
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Desert view
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Two Queens

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Two Queens

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Fe

In entertainment district.At this Santa Fe resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Towa Golf Resort and 6 miles (10 km) of Cities of Gold Casino. Don Quixote Distillery and Winery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Santa Fe Opera is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Towa Golf Resort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Fe Opera - 9 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 15 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Loretto Chapel - 15 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 15 min drive
  • Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Race Book - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sopaipilla Factory Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder

Family-friendly 4-star resort near Towa Golf Resort
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and outdoor tennis courts. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 25 meeting rooms. Event space at this resort measures 72000 square feet (6689 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, an indoor pool, and a children's pool are also featured at the family-friendly Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Santa Fe resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 393 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 72000 sq ft of conference space
  • 6689 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder offers 393 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. 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 irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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.

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Property amenities

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

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

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

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
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 04 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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
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Hilton Santa Fe Golf Buffalo Thunder
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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
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Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Santa Fe
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Resort Santa Fe

Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1029 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

joyce

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Our room had an old desk chair that looked like it had been there since the hotel opened. The shower had hair in the drain and there was hair on the shower door and on the shower wall-YUCK!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sterling, San Antonio

Liked: Amenities
The Jr. Suite was a nice size comfortable bed, but is very worn. It also has a smell of stale cigarettes. Also details like dirty entrance rugs, fingerprints on front doors etc. not Hilton Standards in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Traci

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible mattresses and updates needed! Chose to stay here because of the high ratings. Mattresses were awful and pillows were awful. Unable to get a good nights sleep! Hotel was clean but dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saravanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We arrived and enjoyed community vendors on Sunday. We purchased several items from local artisans. It was a pleasure having the opportunity to see so many crafts and artwork for sale. I purchased my wife a bracelet and is one of a kind. The rest of the stay was memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property is beautiful, clean and very easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

danny

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Amenities and cleanliness made the stay comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

maylen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katsiaryna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean hotel! Casino on property is a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Danmei

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was nice so was the room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

leilanie m.

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was jice and quite
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was clean, comfortable, nice decor, and met my expectations. Staff was not very knowledgeable regarding my Hilton Honors points. They said it was because I booked through a thirdparty, but I have never had trouble before. There was no manager on duty to clarify. Except for that, an overall great lodging experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was helpful I had to ask about the breakfast but they answered everything , I was a little disappointed by the room I got a balcony room but when we got to the room it just had a sliding door and we were on the ground level it was the second floor . There was a bag of dog poop there outside our room and was still there when we left the next morning at checkout time .The room was kinda clean the sheet did have like makeup on it but it was on the outside so I thought maybe from a worker just fixing the bed up. the chair for the desk had been peelingin the back at the top. But everything was nice had a ice box and two glasses it was nice we made our own drinks . There was a coffee machine and a tea option , went to the spa it was 10 out of 10 did the couple massage verry nice ! Breakfast was good we sat kinda in the front and our server kinds forgot about us with drinks and stuff but it happens if was busy very nice hotel overall I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria N

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were nice! Overall great place. Kid friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025