La Cuesta Travel Guide
Albuquerque
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 lively festivals.
Albuquerque Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Albuquerque Convention Center during your trip to Albuquerque. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
University of New Mexico
Enjoy the student vibe at University of New Mexico as part of your travels around Albuquerque. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Albuquerque Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride
8pm ORIGINAL Ghost Tour of Old Town Albuquerque - since 2001!
Private Hot Air Balloon Flights with Elevated New Mexico
Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour
Daily Guided Bicycle Nature Tour of Albuquerque
Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer
Top hotels in La Cuesta
SureStay by Best Western Albuquerque East I-40
"Just stay one night, went for tkd regional so for the night good location and well maintained hotel"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Nativo Lodge Hotel Albuquerque
"Such a beautiful place to stay! Will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Querque Hotel
"There was pubic hair all over the bathroom"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Sandia Resort And Casino
"Beautiful Property. Very easy to park. I like that they make sure you are a guest and have someone asking for the keys. The room is sooo specious!!!! Has a jet bathtub. We didn’t get to use it but it’s nice that it’s there for you to use. Very clean and quiet even though the Casino is in the ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel
"Very quiet and peaceful staff was great"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport
"My families stay here was not great. There was blood on the blanket of one of the double beds. Then at 11:45 pm there was some sort of loud noise that went on and off consistently throughout the rest of the night. It sounded like old pipes or something and so I thought it would stop when the people ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Cuesta
International District
While visiting International District, you might make a stop by sights like The Downs Racetrack and Casino and Expo New Mexico.
Uptown
Uptown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Winrock Shopping Center and ABQ Uptown, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Albuquerque.
Northeast Heights
If you're spending some time in Northeast Heights, Cliff's Amusement Park and ABQ Uptown are top sights worth seeing.
Nob Hill
Unique features of Nob Hill include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mariposa Gallery or Aux Dog Theater while you're exploring the area.
North Campus
While visiting North Campus, you might make a stop by sights like University of New Mexico Campus Observatory and UNM North Golf Course.
Sunport
While visiting Sunport, you might make a stop by sights like Paseo del Noreste and Championship Golf Course at the University of New Mexico.
