Santa Claran Casino Resort serves as your perfect home base for exploring the abundance of things to do in northern New Mexico. Located in the heart of the scenic Española Valley, our resort puts you within easy reach of the region’s most captivating Northern New Mexico attractions, outdoor adventures, and cultural sites.
The area surrounding our resort offers an impressive variety of activities that showcase the natural beauty and cultural heritage of this remarkable region. History enthusiasts can explore centuries-old cliff dwellings at Puye Cliff Dwellings and archaeological sites like Bandelier National Monument, while golf lovers can test their skills at Black Mesa Golf Club set against stunning mountain backdrops. Families can enjoy entertainment at Big Rock Bowling Center and other venues that provide fun for all ages.
The natural beauty of northern New Mexico provides the backdrop for countless outdoor activities, while the area’s deep cultural roots offer educational and inspiring attractions. Ancient history, outdoor sports, and the stunning landscapes of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains all await just steps from your door, offering the perfect mix of things to do during your stay.
To make arrangements for visits to any of the attractions below or for additional recommendations on activities in the area, please stop by our front desk. Our knowledgeable staff can help you plan your itinerary and ensure you make the most of the exceptional Northern New Mexico attractions available near Santa Claran Casino Resort.
Designed by Baxter Spann, this 18-hole course is ranked among America’s top 50 by Golf Magazine. Enjoy a majestic desert golf experience onrolling fairways extending through mountainous valleys and dramatic sandstone ridges.
Visit a place that exists somewhere between earth and sky. Once the ancestral home of the Santa Clara Pueblo and now a national Historic Landmark, Puye Cliffs features cliff dwellings, early Pueblo architecture, the 1800’s Harvey House and an awe-inspiring panorama of northern New Mexico.
Roll into this family fun center to enjoy 24 lanes of bowling, not to mention great food and drinks and friendly service.
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The original Pueblo of Santa Clara was established sometime in the 1400s. With a population of 2,800, today’s Santa Clara Pueblo – “Kha-‘Po Owingeh” (Singing Water Village, also known as Village of Wild Roses) – was built around 1580. It has a base of 57,000 total acres with lands ranging from 5,500 feet above sea level in the Rio Grande Valley to nearly 11,000 feet in the Jemez Mountains.
The tribe traces its ancestors to prehistoric villages and cliff dwellings west of the current region. Puye Cliff Dwellings is one site that the Pueblo occupied from approximately 900 A.D. to the late 1500s.
The first contact between the Spanish and Santa Clara Pueblo took place during the Coronado Expedition (1540-1542). The explorers established a settlement near the current-day Pueblo village in 1598 and then moved their headquarters close to what is now Santa Fe in 1610.
Facing increasing religious persecution, the Pueblo tribe united and revolted against Spanish rule in August 1680. They succeeded in driving the Spanish from New Mexico and keeping them out until the conquistadors’ return in 1692. The Spanish ultimately defeated the Tewas in 1694.
After the re-conquest, the Spanish did not persecute Pueblo religion as they had before. Pueblo lands were protected under Spanish and Mexican rule and further preserved under the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848, when New Mexico came under United States rule.
Today, Santa Clara Pueblo remains a vibrant representation of centuries of distinctive art, culture, language, tradition and hospitality. The village also maintains its own form of government that has been recognized by Spain, Mexico and the United States.
Beautiful rooms, friendly staff. Good food and drinks. I like the way the machines are set up in the casino. Looks like some machines were removed for a safer experience, and protective plexiglass on machines that are joined.
We went for a bite to eat and to play a little. The game selection wasn’t huge, but was well rounded. I don’t play much anyway so not a major concern of mine. The whole place was clean and the staff was friendly. The happy hour burger and beer special was awesome. For $8, I got a beer, huge green chile cheeseburger, and fries, which were all really good and fast.
We get free nights in the hotel after joining players club and we have found they are definitely one of the best we have stayed in NM. We are very happy with the hotel and the casino. No smoking was so great!! Food was very good too. Have returned several times now. Love the perks they give!
We got a suite and it was awesone! spacious bathroom with a walk in shower. 2 doors that lead to balcony! Living room area and separate bedroom area. A nice big closet with lots of room. Staff was very friendly in hotel and connecting casino! We also hit a few jackpots. Had so much fun I forgot to take pictures!!!
Every single time we have had a mini vacation at the Santa Clarion in Española – we have not been disappointed. I especially enjoy the super comfortable beds, clean linen, (top quality) generous amount of luxurious pillows. The restrooms are unforgettable in design, especially the suites! WE THANK ALL EMPLOYEES & CUSTER SERVICE THEY ALWAYS PROVIDE.
Went in to get coffee an chat with my friend at the sports bar. was clean and staff very friendly. Mr Naranjo our server was the kindest and sweetest was my pleasure to meet him. two others who helped were so respectful as well. coming from a big city this is so refreshing to know there are kind decent people who care about how they represent themselves at their workplace doing their job. Excellent job job Mom and dad raising fine children. May God continue to bless,prosper and direct you.. Thank you for allowing me in for a cup of coffee for the road back home. Your parade of lights to celebrate Jesus Christ was spectacular. Excellent job Española !!!!
We had a fantastic stay at this hotel. We found it to be|super clean, comfortable, and quiet. The staff was |friendly and accommodating. Check-in and check-out were both a breeze. Marcella and Paul both had a number of excellent suggestions for dining and things to do in the area. Thanks, again, for a great visit.
This place is amazing and HONEST!! I left my iPhone and $300 Bose speaker behind and was returned to me with no issues!! Thank you Security team Joe and (I forgot the lady’s name) my apologies, but she was very helpful as well!! Very professional and kind!
In my opinion Santa Claran hotel and casino is the best casino in Santa Fe .We always have a great time playing slots and drinking we are regular gamblers there so we get offer to free room which we always take advantage of the hotel is clean and roomy they go all out plus front desk is friendly..I guess the only negative thing is I wish they would give me more free play and food money I’ve heard they are generous with free play but I guess not for me but that’s besides the point I will keep going as many times as I can oh did I mention the slots also pay out good.. don’t take my word for it try it yourself you won’t be disappointed..I just love love these casino…
