Albuquerque Golf Trip Cost
What does a Albuquerque, New Mexico golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 5 courses, 2 lodging options, and 4 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$283
Golf (2 rounds): $50Lodging (3 nights): $113Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$659
Golf (2 rounds): $160Lodging (3 nights): $319Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1133
Golf (2 rounds): $300Lodging (3 nights): $563Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
5 courses ranging from $25 to $150 per round with cart.
Budget (1 course)
Ladera Golf Course$25–$45
Premium (4 courses)
UNM Championship Golf Course$50–$95
Paako Ridge Golf Club$80–$150
Sandia Golf Club$60–$120
Twin Warriors Golf Club$60–$110
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 10–18 | $300–$1200 | $75/pp | $38/pp | $25/pp |
| resort house | 8–16 | $400–$1500 | $100/pp | $50/pp | $33/pp |
Activity Costs
Sandia Peak Tramway2-3 hours
$25–$35/ppSandia Resort Casino2-4 hours
$0–$300/ppRio Grande Brewing & Distillery Tour2-3 hours
$15–$40/ppPetroglyph National Monument2-3 hours
$0–$0/ppABQ BioPark & Botanic Garden2-3 hours
$15–$15/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Albuquerque
- Walk instead of riding — 2 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Travel in the shoulder season (just before or after Spring/Fall) for lower rates on everything.
- Mix in casual spots — 2 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.