Title: Sandia Park Travel Guide: Best of Sandia Park, New Mexico Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sandia Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Park-Hotels.d154984.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Sandia Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Park-Holiday-Rentals.d154984.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Sandia Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sandia-Park.d154984.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sandia Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Park.d154984.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sandia Park Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ride the tram up to Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico to see some spectacular views. A major bonus if you do this around hot air balloon festival week and you will see balloons hovering over the city. However the line/queue to ride the tram from the base can be quite long. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/34b952b3-7e50-4443-8c83-d2fce2f7a842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ride the tram up to Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico to see some spectacular views. A major bonus if you do this around hot air balloon festival week and you will see balloons hovering over the city. However the line/queue to ride the tram from the base can be quite long. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/34b952b3-7e50-4443-8c83-d2fce2f7a842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sandia Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/ae7e57ee-7351-4de3-ae8b-5f302ecde2d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The view from Sandia Crest on a winter's morning is well worth the scenic drive from Albuquerque. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/67160396-8623-48fc-b440-2b1c2242b090.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The view to the east from Sandia Crest. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/68197674-460b-43e6-ac9c-7da0cbacde67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sandia Park Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Sandia Park ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandia Knolls Though Sandia Knolls may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Antonito Open Space and Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Park-Sandia-Knolls.dx553248635976482238) - Top hotels in Sandia Park - Top Holiday Rentals in Sandia Park ![The Querque Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69720000/69717000/69716984/cc7e8099_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Querque Hotel 1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (4,924 reviews) Good Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F02%2F2026&endDate=05%2F02%2F2026&selected=69716984&PinnedHotelID=69716984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=154984) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F02%2F2026&endDate=05%2F02%2F2026&selected=69716984&PinnedHotelID=69716984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=154984) ![Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10500/10437/fed14763_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque 6000 Pan American Fwy NE Albuquerque NM £87 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,306 reviews) The stay was fantastic. The room was super clean, the staff was friendly, honestly, one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. 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Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1139918&PinnedHotelID=1139918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=154984) [See all 1,431 properties in Sandia Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026®ionId=154984) 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. ![Turquoise Trail Bungalow with Amazing Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83820000/83810700/83810663/a6235637_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Turquoise Trail Bungalow with Amazing Views Sandia Park NM Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Sandia Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Old Schoolhouse Gallery ... 10/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews) Host is very welcoming, house was decked out with Christmas decorations, and the house was very clean! Linens are superb and the master bath shower head has been replaced, giving better water pressure than before. Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Park-Hotels-Turquoise-Trail-Bungalow-With-Amazing-Views.h83810663.Hotel-Information) ![Amazing 4-bedroom: AC, WiFi, 2 car garage with river view in NW Albuquerque](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107910000/107903600/107903526/e82a2838_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Amazing 4-bedroom: AC, WiFi, 2 car garage with river view in NW Albuquerque Albuquerque NM Stay at this holiday home in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rio Grande Nature Center State Park and Los ... 10/10 Exceptional! (20 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 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Albuquerque-Hotels-Amazing-4-Bedroom-AC.h107903526.Hotel-Information) ![Secure carport, amazing Views and Reviews! Private suite with patio. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/20000000/19995000/19994962/dc61b385_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Secure carport, amazing Views and Reviews! Private suite with patio. Albuquerque NM Stay at this apartment in Albuquerque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden and ABQ BioPark Aquarium are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews) Host was very communicative on directions and suite was well prepared. The view was spectacular as advertised. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sandia Park hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22)[21 Jan - 22 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23)[22 Jan - 23 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![An easy hike but not crowded due to having to take the tram to get there. It snowed in May so be prepared for the cold. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/154984/38795685-9605-4c1a-a9d6-6224b98e04e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandia Peak Ski Area Hit the slopes in Sandia Park with a visit to Sandia Peak Ski Area. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Peak-Ski-Area-Sandia-Park.d553248621556282445.Attraction) #### Sandia Crest Enjoy the mountain views and explore Sandia Crest, a lovely green space in Sandia Park. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandia-Crest-Sandia-Park.d6312318.Attraction) #### Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Paa-Ko Village at Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paa-Ko-Ridge-Golf-Club-Sandia-Park.d553248621532645746.Attraction) #### San Pedro Mountains Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at San Pedro Mountains during your travels in Sandia Park. Take in the art scene and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Pedro-Mountains-Sandia-Park.d553248621532645773.Attraction) #### Gallery of the Sandias You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gallery of the Sandias in Sandia Park. While in this trendy area, you can enjoy the cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gallery-Of-The-Sandias-Sandia-Park.d553248621532645745.Attraction) #### Tinkertown Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tinkertown Museum in Sandia Park. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tinkertown-Museum-Sandia-Park.d6312316.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/178133/62277ba2-c7ef-4c8b-ae32-6cbd7f68985f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride £141 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/albuquerque-sunrise-hot-air-balloon-ride.a178133.activity-details) ![Hot air balloon over a river at dusk in Albuquerque](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/337102/4ed5365c-1541-4469-8dd6-13e646198b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### ABQ Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride £168 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/abq-sunset-hot-air-balloon-ride.a337102.activity-details) [See all activities in Sandia Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sandia-Park.d154984.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sandia Park ![Albuquerque which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602663/60f8e8e7-838c-4e5c-b649-91f7cc69bfc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Albuquerque - Cities near Sandia Park - Places of interest [Albuquerque](https://expedia.co.uk/Albuquerque.dx602663) - [ABQ BioPark Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/ABQ-BioPark-Zoo-Barelas.d6065415.Attraction) - [Tingley Coliseum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tingley-Coliseum-International-District.d553248621533124785.Attraction) - [ABQ BioPark Aquarium ](https://expedia.co.uk/ABQ-BioPark-Aquarium-West-Old-Town.d6065411.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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