Title: San Mateo Travel Guide: Best of San Mateo, Santa Fe Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Mateo-Hotels.d896320541546463232.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Fe](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Fe.d180028.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Fe](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Fe.d180028.Travel-Guide-Activities)[San Mateo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Mateo.d896320541546463232.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Mateo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Mateo.d896320541546463232.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Mateo Travel Guide ## Santa Fe ![Photo by Celia Luz ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5e7d9dc08bb1886cae05da5f41745329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Celia Luz ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5e7d9dc08bb1886cae05da5f41745329.jpg) ![Photo by Mike Sanchez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/92cd144fc20f3c60f4a245f7364d3332.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Mike Sanchez](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/92cd144fc20f3c60f4a245f7364d3332.jpg) ## Visit San Mateo Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Fe travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe.dx180028) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Santa Fe Plaza which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76385-Santa-Fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Fe Plaza Home to many landmarks in the heart of the city, this spacious square evokes echoes of the Spanish colonial era with its markets, bandstand and live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-Plaza-Downtown-Santa-Fe.d6128782.Attraction) ![Ski Santa Fe](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7353a0dd484e422c65f22609b065655a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ski Santa Fe Hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe during your trip to Santa Fe. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ski-Santa-Fe-Santa-Fe.d553248621555875014.Attraction) ![Meow Wolf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/65cfebb29f7a04d746292f3a640c35ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meow Wolf You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meow-Wolf-Southside.d553248633953854365.Attraction) ![Loretto Chapel showing a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169955-Loretto-Chapel.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Loretto Chapel A mysterious spiral staircase with no known origin is the highlight of this former church that now acts as a wedding chapel and museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Loretto-Chapel-Downtown-Santa-Fe.d502844.Attraction) ![Canyon Road showing street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/169000/169791-Northern-New-Mexico.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canyon Road This charming road was once lined with typical adobe residences. Now art galleries, studios, restaurants and boutiques make it the most exclusive part of town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canyon-Road-Santa-Fe.d6177623.Attraction) ![Santa Fe Opera featuring a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65555-Santa-Fe-Opera.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Fe Opera Listen to the enchanting sounds of classic opera in an open-air theater with views of the Jemez Mountains, the sunset and the stars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-Opera-Santa-Fe.d6064365.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Fe: Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49038609/547e1cc9-1244-4985-97f2-f18394799fcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket £30 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-fe-meow-wolf-the-house-of-eternal-return-ticket.a49038609.activity-details) ![Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48942009/c6b32558-401d-44d6-a7f3-b0f650676a21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/meow-wolfs-house-of-eternal-return.a48942009.activity-details) ![Santa Fe Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47267764/87247edb-6778-4e6e-b528-d86905e14034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Fe Self-Guided App-Based Walking Audio Tour £10 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-fe-self-guided-app-based-walking-audio-tour.a47267764.activity-details) ![Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47648896/0d1171aa-223b-4d69-904d-97f46916a7a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Make Your Own Stained Glass Honeycomb £74 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/make-your-own-stained-glass-honeycomb.a47648896.activity-details) ![Santa Fe Revisited](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2896714/2cbe1b50-aeac-4e36-8a58-facd7a93acdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Fe Revisited £59 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-fe-revisited.a2896714.activity-details) ![Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5276907/3470e18c-233c-44a4-843b-b6ba2acac370.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery Tour and Tasting £13 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tumbleroot-brewery-and-distillery-tour-and-tasting.a5276907.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Fe](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Fe.d180028.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in San Mateo ![Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22600/22558/08822cba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe 1698 Galisteo St Santa Fe NM £119 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Recursos de Santa Fe are located ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (318 reviews) Great place needs some upkeep. Fridge ran constantly and the shower temp kept fluctuating. Beds were great everyone was friendly Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=22558&PinnedHotelID=22558&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) ![The Sage Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26295/95e1e199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Sage Hotel 725 Cerrillos Rd Santa Fe NM £62 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy an outdoor pool, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,184 reviews) Clean quiet and comfortable Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=26295&PinnedHotelID=26295&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) ![La Fonda on the Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6690/17bd5948_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Fonda on the Plaza 100 E San Francisco St Santa Fe NM £130 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this historic hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews) clean room incredibly friendly staff great food and the history can't be beat Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=6690&PinnedHotelID=6690&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) ![Eldorado Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13524/d784e9ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eldorado Hotel & Spa 309 W San Francisco Street Santa Fe NM £138 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 hot tubs and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,056 reviews) Exceptional Customer Service. The room was spacious, clean and the king bed was comfortable. Dining options with room service, restaurant on site and next door restaurant in walking distance. It’s a luxury hotel downtown, great location to walk to the St. Francis Cathedral and shopping. They allowed ... Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=13524&PinnedHotelID=13524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) ![Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2060000/2059000/2058957/c6ba74ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder 20 Buffalo Thunder Trl Santa Fe NM £93 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Santa Fe. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews) It was clean and during the time we stayed it was really affordable. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=2058957&PinnedHotelID=2058957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) ![Inn and Spa at Loretto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26264/b1f202d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn and Spa at Loretto 211 Old Santa Fe Trail Santa Fe NM £159 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the restaurant and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) Great property! Would try to stay there again! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=26264&PinnedHotelID=26264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=896320541546463232) [See all 1,672 properties in San Mateo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026®ionId=896320541546463232) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-South-Capitol.dx553248635976472318) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b64bc381f0c36a39bc91ff0009168fa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Don Diego If you're spending some time in Don Diego, Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-Don-Diego.dx896312882680238080) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f43c118afa88b3b1014949c6b0ffe655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Railyard Arts District Art galleries, shopping and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Railyard Arts District. Make a stop by Santa Fe Railyard or SITE Santa Fe while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-Railyard-Arts-District.dx553248635939577675) ![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) ### Arroyo Chamisa If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Fe-Arroyo-Chamisa.dx896320955599773696) ![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) ### West Manhattan West Manhattan might not have many top sights, but Santa Fe Railyard and SITE Santa Fe are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 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