Sandia Resort and Casino

Hotels
9.3 (383 reviews)
30 Rainbow Rd, , Albuquerque , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
BBQ facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Beautiful surroundings and amenities
Cons:
Inconsistent service at the bar

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Very clean and stunning surroundings according to multiple reviews.
Service
9.7
Exceptional service mentioned throughout the reviews, particularly Lumnie and Mel.
Location
9.2
The resort's location offers beautiful views, especially noted is the backdrop of the Sandia mountains.
Room Quality
9.2
Spacious suites with stunning views were appreciated, indicating high room quality.
Amenities
9.2
Great amenities highlighted, especially the coffee shop and bar services.
Value for Money
9.2
Positive experiences suggest good value for the quality of services and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Positive remarks about the food quality, especially in the coffee shop.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall experiences were memorable and special, particularly for events like weddings and family gatherings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:51

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Views Sandia Resort and Casino offers stunning city views, a hot tub, and entertainment staff to cater to your every need.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms Each room at this 4-star hotel comes with a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom stocked with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Convenient Location and Accessibility Situated in Albuquerque, guests can enjoy easy access to a casino, fitness centre, and a shared lounge, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing and entertaining getaway.

Book your stay at Sandia Resort and Casino for an unforgettable experience filled with luxury, comfort, and exceptional service.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 21 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Nov 3, 2025 until Sun, May 10, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ABQ

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 383 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.5
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rebeccacrna Couples Duluth, Georgia
8
A nice stay
Pros:

A nice stay. We had a large room in the 7th floor with food views overlooking the Sandia Mountains and the gold course. The king bed was comfortable.

2026-02-04 via Tripadvisor
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mickeyd546 Family
10
So Pleased!
Pros:

We were so pleased with our stay at Sandia Resort. The staff were warm and welcoming. If we wanted to wager we could but we did not need to walk trough it to get to our room. Hotel and our room were amazingly clean. So pleased that we were able to stay at Sandia Resort!

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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jjjF5196HY Couples
10
Fantastic Service and Breakfast at the Council Room
Pros:

Went to the Council Room and had a delightful waiter, Ms. Kristin. We gave a very complicated order, but she didn't miss one thing and the meal was first rate! She was on top of everything, from the drinks to the check. Bravo!

2026-01-28 via Tripadvisor
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benjaminaU2683YX Family
10
Angelo - Bell at Sandia Hotel and Casino, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Pros:

We stayed at the Sandia Hotel. We were helped by Angelo who works the Bell by the hotel entrance. He is excellent at his job. He greets you with a smile and is friendly and helpful. He shows confidence in his work and he knows the city. He is an excellent employee of Sandia hotel. I will stay at the hotel again because of him and his friendly altitude.

2026-01-24 via Tripadvisor
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AlanW610 NONE Quemado, New Mexico
10
Treated like family
Pros:

Sandia is the best casinos in the Albuquerque area. The rooms at the hotel are always very clean and plenty of room for my mobility scooter. It takes only minutes to check in compared to other casinos in the area. The best thing is the security getting to the rooms. Feel very safe. The rooms are a little high but if you get a player's card the discounts are great. I am 82 years old and they make me feel wanted. Great place.

2026-01-16 via Tripadvisor
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balentinc2026 Family
10
Fun Fun Fun
Pros:

One of the best places to visit really clean rooms good food, good environment, friendly staff and when you’re winning, makes it a lot of fun too

2026-01-09 via Tripadvisor
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L9021SHjustinh Family
10
First time staying. Won’t be the last!
Pros:

My wife and I stayed a night on our way to Colorado. We’ve been to many casinos but this one was the cleanest and had many slots to choose from. It was busy but not crowded. The rooms were spotless and the staff was very friendly. We even stayed another night on our way back from Colorado haha. Only knock is that the rooms are a little pricey.

2026-01-08 via Tripadvisor
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Paradise29074806896 Friends getaway
2
Poor service
Pros:

Multiple poor experiences in the sports bar. Advertised watch party for Lobo Basketball game vs NMSU, however waiting in line for over an hour the manager sat us down and said it was for football contrary to their Facebook post say it was for basketball. Fast forward to 12/30 the server in the sports bar was inattentive to our table in general - simple items such as salt and pepper and a glass for a beer had to be requested. Server was not friendly and got a sense that she didn’t want to be there. My friends burger meat was under cooked and server agreed, however no attempt to adjust or reduce bill even after speaking to manager who happened to be same one from previous aforementioned poor experience. Sports bar was so bad we decided to watch lobo game downstairs in lounge which was just as bad if not worse. First of all the lounge staff didn’t know how to put game on big screen with sound. Secondly, they had 3 staff members that were in the lounge, however 2 supervisor types stood and watched while one bartender did all the serving of customers while the line was 7-10 people deep all evening.Why didn’t they employ servers to wait on customers in the lounge? Why did we have to wait in line at the bar to get drinks ? And why didn’t the other employees help at all? Extremely disappointed is an understatement of Sandia which is supposed to be the best casino/ lounge sports experience in Albuquerque. I have no plans to ever go back. FYI, the service at the golf course is equally as bad. Provided water in the heat of the summer isn’t priority after spending hundreds on a green fee or when junior golfers have a tournament at their course. Sad!

2026-01-05 via Tripadvisor
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R6659WKsaraho Solo travel
10
Amazing
Pros:

Went to the spa for the first time there. It was amazing. Had the one hour deep tissue by Joseph. Best deep tissue in a long time. He had just the right amount of pressure the whole time. AMAZING.

2025-12-27 via Tripadvisor
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HenryG1611 Couples
10
Good Time
Pros:

We (my wife and I) had a great time at your fine establishment. We were spending our 49th wedding anniversary and everything during our stay was great, thanks again, later Hank.

2025-12-14 via Tripadvisor
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refugior632 Family
10
The after Turkey Day Getaway
Pros:

From playing Bingo to Slots and over course the table games, myself along with the wife had a great time, The staff were professional and friendly which made our stay more enjoyable.

2025-12-11 via Tripadvisor
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S9473YOjaninek Solo travel
10
Best hotel ever
Pros:

This is the number one hotel I’ve ever stayed at and I’ve been in a lot of hotels. Number one it’s clean it’s comfortable and it soundproof. You don’t hear everybody walking on your head beside you water toilet flushing. This is the most amazing comfortable, elegant hotel I’ve ever stayed in ever in my life. I rank this number one anywhere.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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266maggim Business
10
Superlative experience with "above & beyond" staff and facility at Sandia Resort & Casion!!
Pros:

I coordinated a 50th Anniversary Celebration for 120 people in the Ballroom of the Sandia Resort & Casino and was truly fortunate to have worked with:
Sales & Catering Manager: Liz Espinoza
From the beginning of the planning (including a delicious and beautifully arranged menu tasting!) Liz was thorough, detail oriented, extremely knowledgeable about the property, accommodating and on time with every aspect.
My husband and I were greeted at the Resort entrance by attentive staff who (unasked) helped us load our items onto carts and took them to the ballroom for us.
They even let my husband keep his car nearby as he had other items to go pick up.
Upon arrival at the ballroom, EVERYTHING was set exactly as we had requested so it was a breeze setting up our decorations and registration. All staff members were courteous, on time and very helpful - no one said something wasn't their job: each person helped with whatever was needed.
I was blessed to have the following team members as our support staff for the registration, reception, dinner, dessert, program and dancing:
Banquet Captain: Kym Shutiva - Everywhere at once the whole night, she made sure the room was beautiful, the equipment was in excellent condition and guests were comfortable and well served.
Servers: Stacy, Martha, Cora, Casper, Felisia, Thack, and Gabby - went beyond merely serving and clearing the food but kept watchful eyes to see if we needed anything and delivered promptly!
Bartenders: Veronica and Patricia - We kept them busy and they graciously served our guests as they used their free drink tickets, maintaining excellent service during the reception, dinner, champagne toasts and dessert.
The facility is exceptional - beautiful, welcoming, stunning decor, easy to access, plus clean & well maintained furniture.
I have to add that when I got home, I discovered I had left it at the Saturday night event and we immediately called security who said it had not been turned in. Just on a whim, I called again on Monday morning and one of the staff had found and turned it in!!!! It had been kept in a vault and there was more in the purse than I had remembered having in it - most importantly, it was my deceased mother's purse and meant the world to me. What an impressive result of an oversight on my part!!
I am truly grateful for the incredible experience provided by the staff!!!

2025-11-11 via Tripadvisor
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Q1160SUjenniferm Family
10
Lovely Private Wedding Experience
Pros:

Had beautiful private wedding venue and experience. The venue, food, customer experience and gorgeous honeymoon suite paired with the love and support of all was heartfelt. Thank you to Stephanie Strzyzewski, Director of Hotel Sales and Catering for our daughter’s and son-in-law’s wedding to include the amazing Banquet Captain, Desiree. Our Banquet Servers Jan, Yu, Michelle, and the bar our Bartender, Chelsee. A heartfelt thank you for making their special day memorable and stress free.
- Parents of the wedding couple

2025-11-01 via Tripadvisor
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marvinr730 Family
10
Outstanding Stay!
Pros:

Unforgettable Stay! 🌟
We loved our spacious 1-bedroom suite with stunning views of the pool and golf course. Huge thanks to the amazing staff and a special shout-out to Tracy, our concierge, for arranging a breathtaking hot air balloon ride with StrangeKind Ballooning. Truly an experience we’ll never forget! 🙌🎈

Marvin & Thuli

2025-10-29 via Tripadvisor
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882luannj NONE
10
Will be back
Pros:

Great resort, good food, friendly staff. The casino didn't pay and I didn't see any jackpots while I was there. If they would loosen the slots a little that would be great.

2025-10-26 via Tripadvisor
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edwardhS2184XQ NONE
8
Very nice and clean. Service in the bar was not as good as service elsewhere on the Resort. Drinks were hard to get.
Pros:

It was a fun experience and a great place to stay during the Balloon Fiesta. Unfortunately the service at the Sportsbook and the Casino bar were less than desirable. The service at the Council Room was spectacular. I believe the gentlemen's name is David. He is 5 stars. The resort itself was very clean and the backdrop of the Sandia mountains were amazing.

2025-10-23 via Tripadvisor
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J4233JMamym Family
10
Lumnie at Kiva Koffee is the BEST!
Pros:

Fantastic hotel and consistent good experience everytime we stay. We specifically want to give a shout out to Lumnie at Kiva Koffee (in the hotel). She is a phenomenal barista, and extremely hard working "glue person" who seems to keep the whole shop running seamlessly. Dedicated, fast, always has a smile and fabulous attitude. She made our mornings special everyday we woke up at the hotel and exemplifies superior customer service. Bravo Lumnie! We love you!!!

2025-10-23 via Tripadvisor
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cookiebaker06 NONE Shelton, Connecticut
8
Wonderful Stay During Balloon Fiesta
Pros:

Wonderful experience. The staff was friendly and courteous. We were always greeted with a smile by all whose paths we crossed throughout our stay... Reception, Valet Service, Security, Wait Staff, Gift Shop and Gaming Staff were all willing to assist in any way they could. Being that this was a very busy time of year due to the Balloon Fiesta, we could not have been treated any better.

2025-10-22 via Tripadvisor
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denisetI9428WJ Family
10
Delicious coffee
Pros:

Lumnie in the coffee shop was friendly and made a delicious Cafe Americano very early in the morning before my flight home. The coffee shop has fresh pastries, yogurt parfaits and fruit.

2025-10-22 via Tripadvisor