​Almost 70,000 square feet of gaming action. 1,200 slot machines. 19 Keno games. A dedicated poker room, race book, high limit slot area, and the largest table games pit in Northern New Mexico. Exceptional entertainment plus the most rewarding Player's Club and promotions. 
​You’re at Buffalo Thunder, the best casino in Santa Fe, and the largest in Northern New Mexico.

Buffalo Thunder Casino has voluntarily made the decision to cease gambling operations temporarily.

PLAYER'S CLUB

ENTERTAINMENT

PROMOTIONS

Whether you're into slots or sports, poker or blackjack, it's a sure bet Buffalo Thunder has your game. With the region's most extensive selection of slot machines and table games plus extraordinary dining, entertainment and Hilton hotel rooms, Buffalo Thunder offers the perfect winning combination.

Slots

The singing of the slots, the shouts of triumph, and the excitement of high stakes rolls are just a few of the reasons our players say we’re the best casino, and their ONLY casino.
 
​Add in the most rewarding Player’s Club program in the state, and you have a reason to join us every day.  Each day features rewarding promotions, exciting drawings and the potential to hit the big jackpot.

Is slots your game? Buffalo Thunder features 1,200 slot machines with the best and latest selection of your favorite slot games, including progressives. Buffalo Thunder even offers a separate non-smoking slots room. Watch for the next slot tournament for a chance to score big!

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Table Games

If you’re more into strategy of cards, Buffalo Thunder offers an exciting selection of table games featuring roulette, craps, dice and a variety of poker games and blackjack.
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And, if you’re into poker above all else, you’ll love our dedicated Poker Room. A quiet, enclosed area just for poker players, offering food service and television so you don’t have to miss the game while you’re playing. The Poker Room features weekly tournaments and special event tournaments. 

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Thunder Race & SportsBook

Sports, Horse and Dog racing is just a step away from the Poker Room in the Thunder Race & Sportsbook.
 
Featuring state-of-the-art technology and full service bar area, Thunder Race & Sportsbook is the best place to wager on the big game and the tracks.
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Experience the best casino action at Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino, just 15 minutes north of Santa Fe.

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Blackjack

It’s the gamer’s game. Simple in its rules, complex in its variations and nuances, Blackjack offers a thrill for every card player from the novice to the experienced.
 
The Pit at Buffalo Thunder features 12 Blackjack games, two with the House money side bet for a larger win. Alongside the Blackjack tables are two Roulette. 
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Interested? Stop by The Pit at Buffalo Thunder Resort and Casino and see where the chips may fall.

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Poker

Behind the clear glass doors lie 8 state-of-the-art tables. Private, comfortable, and casual, the Poker Room features a wide variety of limit, no-limit, and pot-limit Hold ‘Em and Omaha games for the novice and skilled player alike.
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Players will appreciate the variety of tournaments, promotions. Perks? How about tableside dining, adult beverage service, and 12 TVs so you don’t miss your big sporting event. Open daily at 9am.

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casino hours and complimentary shuttle to downtown santa fe

The casino at Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder Resort is open every day of the week.
NEW PLAYERS CLUB HOURS
Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am to 12:00 am
Sunday through Thursday: 9:00 am to 11:00 pm

SHUTTLE SERVICE TO DOWNTOWN SANTA FE
Resort guests and casino patrons are invited to utilize our complimentary shuttle to downtown Santa Fe. Catch the shuttle at the main casino entrance and downtown just north of the Santa Fe Railyard Depot on Guadalupe Street. The bus schedule appears below.

Bus Schedule

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