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
The price is ₩137,608 per night from Jan 24 to Jan 25
₩137,608
₩155,583 total
Jan 24 - Jan 25
includes taxes & 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! (2,323 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Hotel El Rancho
The Querque Hotel

The Querque Hotel

3 out of 5
1760 Menaul Rd NE Albuquerque NM
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! (4,908 reviews)
The staff was friendly, I felt safe with the security car constantly driving around the hotel and the room was decent and clean.

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

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The Querque Hotel
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque

3 out of 5
6000 Pan American Fwy NE Albuquerque NM
The price is ₩119,700 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
₩119,700
₩167,774 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. 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.

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
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Outdoorsy Bayfield

Outdoorsy Bayfield

2 out of 5
41743 US HWY 160 Bayfield CO
Stay at this campground in Bayfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Los Pinos River and Eagle Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Outdoorsy Bayfield
3 Mi to Old Town, Fenced Yard: ABQ Abode!

3 Mi to Old Town, Fenced Yard: ABQ Abode!

3 out of 5
Albuquerque NM
Stay at this cottage in Albuquerque. Enjoy free parking, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tingley Aquatic Park and ABQ BioPark Zoo are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Clean, property manager was very responsive to questions and quick to address our issues.

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

3 Mi to Old Town, Fenced Yard: ABQ Abode!
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Popular places to visit

Amazing Pueblo development that was built around 1100 AD and took about 30 years to build. Over 500 rooms and as much 4 stories high, some of stoneworks were restored in early 1930’s.

Aztec Ruins National Monument

4.5/5(91 reviews)

Rich with history, Aztec Ruins National Monument is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Aztec. You'll find more to see and do in this family-friendly area.

Aztec Ruins National Monument

Route 66 Casino

4/5(333 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Route 66 Casino during your travels in Laguna? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Route 66 Casino

Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness, a lovely green space in Bloomfield. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness

Mesa de Cuba Badlands

You can take time to visit Mesa de Cuba Badlands during your travels to Cuba. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Mesa de Cuba Badlands

Sun Ray Park and Casino

4/5(21 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Sun Ray Park and Casino during your time in Farmington? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Sun Ray Park and Casino

Animas Valley Mall

4/5(100 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Animas Valley Mall during your trip to Farmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Animas Valley Mall

Cities near Northwestern New Mexico

Albuquerque featuring street scenes

Albuquerque

Amazing Pueblo development that was built around 1100 AD and took about 30 years to build. Over 500 rooms and as much 4 stories high, some of stoneworks were restored in early 1930’s.

Aztec

The Cumbres & Toltec is a 3 ft narrow-gauge scenic railroad running for 64 miles between Antonito, Colorado and Chama, New Mexico. Fall scenic tours book fast, plan ahead if you want to catch a ride! #ADVENTURE

Chama

Durango - Purgatory which includes night scenes, street scenes and a city

Durango