Southwestern New Mexico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Magdalena which includes farmland, land animals and a sunset
Socorro showing farmland and vehicle touring
Magdalena which includes an observatory
Socorro showing farmland
Southwestern New Mexico showing touring and tranquil scenes

Where to stay in Southwestern New Mexico

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Picacho Hills

Picacho Hills might not have many top sights, but Paisano Pete and Recycled Roadrunner Statue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Picacho Hills
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Talavera

When in Talavera, you can plan a visit to Dripping Springs Natural Area and New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Talavera
Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces

Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces

3.5 out of 5
705 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM
The price is 3.225.311 ₫ per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
3.225.311 ₫
4.438.709 ₫ total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Las Cruces. Enjoy 3 bars/lounges, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,504 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with great staff"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces
Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Las Cruces

Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Las Cruces

3 out of 5
201 E University Avenue, I-10 Exit 142, Las Cruces, NM
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Las Cruces. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Most importantly, the room was very clean, specifically the bed, the bedding and the bathroom and shower. The room also smelled clean as we walked in. Not musty at all. The front desk staff was pleasant and helpful. It’s an older property that needs a little bit of TLC, but they are working on it ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Ramada Hotel & Conference Center by Wyndham Las Cruces
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Las Cruces Organ Mountain

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Las Cruces Organ Mountain

3 out of 5
1500 Hickory Dr, Las Cruces, NM
The price is 1.544.840 ₫ per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
1.544.840 ₫
1.817.703 ₫ total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Las Cruces. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,276 reviews)
"Will return"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Las Cruces Organ Mountain
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Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging

3 out of 5
321 Kearney Ave, Santa Fe, NM
Stay at this aparthotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,195 reviews)
"The condo was larger than i imagined."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Fort Marcy Hotel Suites by All Seasons Resort Lodging
Alpine Village Suites

Alpine Village Suites

3.5 out of 5
100 Thunderbird Rd, Taos Ski Valley, NM
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Taos Ski Valley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
"Love this area"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Alpine Village Suites
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

3 out of 5
215 Main Road, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ruidoso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Grindstone Lake and Wingfield Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
"Highly recommend to stay in this cabin! Great and convenient location, clean space, very cozy and welcoming. Enjoyed our stay here and will come back to stay here everytime we go to Ruidoso."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
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Popular places to visit

Mesilla Valley Mall

Mesilla Valley Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mesilla Valley Mall during your trip to Las Cruces. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Mesilla Valley Mall
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum

New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum

5/5(1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum
Spaceport America showing interior views, aircraft and industrial elements

Spaceport America

Find out about the history of Truth or Consequences when you spend time at Spaceport America. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Spaceport America
NRAO Very Large Array

NRAO Very Large Array

You can spend time studying the exhibits at NRAO Very Large Array during your travels in Magdalena. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

NRAO Very Large Array

New Mexico State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of New Mexico State University during your trip to University Park. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

New Mexico State University

Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino during your time in Sunland Park? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino

Cities near Southwestern New Mexico

Las Cruces showing landscape views, mountains and farmland

Las Cruces

Silver City

Silver City

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Lordsburg

Socorro featuring mountains and tranquil scenes

Socorro