San Mateo Travel Guide
Santa Fe
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Meow Wolf
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Meow Wolf during your trip to Santa Fe. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Meow Wolf's House of Eternal Return
A Self Guided Audio Tour of Madrid New Mexico Ghost Town
Santa Fe Historic Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Santa Fe: Meow Wolf The House of Eternal Return Ticket
Santa Fe: Canyon Road Art & History Walking Tour
Top hotels in San Mateo
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Fe
The Sage Hotel
Breakfast was good. As was the dinner and music. Easy check in, but we wanted a bottom room and they gave us a top one.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Inn of the Governors
You can’t beat the location of this charming inn situated right in the heart of downtown Santa Fe! Our room was clean and comfortable and we enjoyed the complimentary sunrise breakfast and sherry happy hour. The building had an old and cozy feel without feeling out of date. We didn’t have a chance ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
The hotel was conveniently located near downtown and across the street from the Georgia O’Keefe museum. Facility was outstanding, updated, clean, and well functioning. We used the pool (a little small but great for kids) and hot tub. We did not dine at the hotel but there were many cute cafes nearby ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Santa Fe
The pool was not open. The room was a bit run down. The bartender was not very friendly. Nothing to write home about.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
I had a very bad experience staying there the police were looking for somebody they banged on my door scared us really bad. They went in and checked the room and my husband was in there asleep. It was just a very bad experience and I was I’ve been really scared ever since.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo
South Capitol
If you're spending some time in South Capitol, Center for Contemporary Arts and Santa Fe Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Arroyo Chamisa
If you're spending some time in Arroyo Chamisa, Camel Rock Casino and Quail Run Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Guadalupe District
If you're spending some time in Guadalupe District, Santa Fe Railyard and Santa Fe Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.
