Title: Visit Sandia Park: Best of Sandia Park Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Sandia Park](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Park-Hotels.d154984.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Sandia Park](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Park-Vacation-Rentals.d154984.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Sandia Park](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sandia-Park.d154984.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Sandia Park Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sandia-Park.d154984.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sandia Park Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Park.d154984.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sandia Park ## Travel 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 Sandia Knolls might not have many top sights, but Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club and Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Park-Sandia-Knolls.dx553248635976482238) - Sandia Park Hotel Deals - Vacation 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 CA $97 CA $113 total Jan 28 - Jan 29 includes taxes & fees 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! (4,922 reviews) Good Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F01%2F2026&endDate=29%2F01%2F2026&selected=69716984&PinnedHotelID=69716984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=154984) ![Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20530000/20528500/20528491/22a2a56f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel 54 Jemez Canyon Dam Rd Bernalillo NM Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bernalillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,516 reviews) There were two things that bothered me. First, the towels were not soft!!! They were hard and rough. I would suggest you replace them with soft ones. It sure would help your image. Second, when I asked the toll plaza which restaurants had gluten-free choices, they told me all of them. The first 3 ... 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Food was great Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1139918&PinnedHotelID=1139918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=154984) [See all 1,432 properties in Sandia Park](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%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 Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sandia Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions The Old Schoolhouse ... 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 Jan 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 vacation home in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Rio Grande Nature Center State Park and Los ... 10/10 Exceptional! (21 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 Jan 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Albuquerque-Hotels-Amazing-4-Bedroom-AC.h107903526.Hotel-Information) ![Casa de Kokopelli - Get a sense of the "New Mexico True" feel! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98440000/98439900/98439825/2cf21f6d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa de Kokopelli - Get a sense of the "New Mexico True" feel! Albuquerque NM Stay at this vacation home in Albuquerque. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions ABQ Uptown and New Mexico Museum of Natural History ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews) Great place. I would highly recommend it. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sandia Park hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27)[Jan 26 - Jan 27](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28)[Jan 27 - Jan 28](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=154984&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%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.ca/Sandia-Peak-Ski-Area-Sandia-Park.d553248621556282445.Vacation-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.ca/Sandia-Crest-Sandia-Park.d6312318.Vacation-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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Tinkertown-Museum-Sandia-Park.d6312316.Vacation-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 CA $262 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/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 CA $312 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/abq-sunset-hot-air-balloon-ride.a337102.activity-details) [See all activities in Sandia Park](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sandia-Park.d154984.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sandia Park ![Albuquerque showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602663/60f8e8e7-838c-4e5c-b649-91f7cc69bfc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Albuquerque ![Snowy Mountains at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177840/4e25e005-9134-4fe9-a080-5b937ffdc888.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Placitas ![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=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cedar Crest - Cities near Sandia Park - Places of interest [Albuquerque](https://expedia.ca/Albuquerque.dx602663)[Algodones](https://expedia.ca/Algodones.dx72908)[Placitas](https://expedia.ca/Placitas.dx177840)[Cedar Crest](https://expedia.ca/Cedar-Crest.dx6025716) - [San Pedro Mountains ](https://expedia.ca/San-Pedro-Mountains-Sandia-Park.d553248621532645773.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Old Schoolhouse Gallery ](https://expedia.ca/The-Old-Schoolhouse-Gallery-Sandia-Park.d553248621532645744.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kirtland Air Force Base ](https://expedia.ca/Kirtland-Air-Force-Base-Albuquerque.d6127121.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sandia Casino ](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Casino-Northeast-Heights.d553248621532645727.Vacation-Attraction) - [ABQ BioPark Zoo ](https://expedia.ca/ABQ-BioPark-Zoo-Barelas.d6065415.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sandia Peak Tramway ](https://expedia.ca/Sandia-Peak-Tramway-Northeast-Heights.d553248621533114940.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tingley Coliseum ](https://expedia.ca/Tingley-Coliseum-International-District.d553248621533124785.Vacation-Attraction) - [ABQ BioPark Aquarium ](https://expedia.ca/ABQ-BioPark-Aquarium-West-Old-Town.d6065411.Vacation-Attraction) - [Indian Pueblo Cultural Center ](https://expedia.ca/Indian-Pueblo-Cultural-Center-Near-North-Valley.d6065593.Vacation-Attraction) - [Raymond G. 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