West Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Balloon Fiesta Park
After visiting Balloon Fiesta Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Albuquerque. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
Old Town Plaza
You can find out about the history of Albuquerque with a visit to Old Town Plaza. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Enjoy a day filled with animal encounters as you watch exotic creatures from all over the world, including powerful and ferocious predators.
Sandia Peak Tramway
You can take time to visit Sandia Peak Tramway during your travels to Albuquerque. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
The 8pm Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - the BEST since 2001
Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour
Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque - Daily
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Amazing Art Walk: Albuquerque Murals Abound!
Our pick of the best West Mesa Hotel Deals
Best Western Airport Albuquerque InnSuites Hotel & Suites
N/A on Both!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
Purchased through Expedia but an unexplained additional charge was made to my card. They never sent an itemized bill.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
Property is fine but there isn't a benefit that justifies the higher price tag. Albuquerque is not a big town and can easily move from another hotel to the casino/course/event venue almost as fast as it takes you to park and walk back to the hotel. We called to enquire if early check in was an option ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Isleta Resort and Casino
Our first room's toilet was dirty, we didn't even want to guess what was in it. The tub was also grimy and old. They ended up moving us to a new room that was much cleaner, but it left a sour impression on us. The casino was in excellent shape with a great variety of slot machines. We didn't play ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Querque Hotel
Comfortably fit 6ppl and the pup
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
The room was next to the generator. The sound was horrible.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa
West Old Town
While visiting West Old Town, you might make a stop by sights like ABQ BioPark Aquarium and Old Town Plaza.
Old Town Albuquerque
Unique features of Old Town Albuquerque include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Old Town Plaza or American International Rattlesnake Museum while you're exploring the area.
Sawmill Area
If you're spending some time in Sawmill Area, Explora Science Center and Children's Museum and Atomic Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Wells Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wells Park and surrounding area, you can visit Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum.
Downtown Albuquerque
Downtown Albuquerque is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sunshine Theater and El Rey Theater while you're in town.
Near North Valley
Near North Valley might not have many top sights, but Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Albuquerque Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
