Las Cruces - New Mexico - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Las Cruces, New Mexico, is fast becoming a popular tourist destination in the southwestern United States. This city of about 75,000 is nestled in the Mesille Valley between the Organ Mountains and the Rio Grande. In addition to the popular attractions and golf, visitors here can taste world class Mexican food.

There are endless opportunities for lodging. Bed and breakfast establishments, such as the Hilltop Hacienda, are romantic secluded spots where you will enjoy breathtaking scenery and spectacular sunsets that only New Mexico can supply. The Lundeen Inn of the Arts is rated one of the top 20 inns in the country and is located in the downtown area in the midst of the historic district. There are countless hotels and motels for you to choose from  as well as six RV and camping parks where you can commune with nature, yet enjoy modern amenities.

The dining experience in Las Cruces will surely satisfy even the most discerning taste buds. Some of the cuisine you can enjoy includes American, Mexican, Barbecue and Italian as well as recipes of New Mexico food. Drop into one of the many coffee shops for a sandwich or buffet lunch, dine on Oriental cuisine or feast in international cuisine. There are also many bars and restaurants with live entertainment, large screen TV's or pool tables where you can spend an enjoyable evening.

Visit the Stahmann Farms, the world's largest pecan farm or the White Sands National Monument with its 275 square miles of naturally produced gypsum. The Las Cruces Farmer's Market operates every Wednesday and Saturday with stands of locally produced fruits and vegetables. There are many museums where you will learn about the history of the city and its surrounding region. The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, for example, has interactive and hands on displays detailing the agricultural heritage of the area.

The Organ Mountains provide some of the best hiking, biking and camping opportunities and the Dripping Mountains Visitor Center has hiking and picnicking in the ruins of a mountain camp. Tee off at the Las Cruces Country Club or the Picacho Hills Country Club where the scenery is almost as spectacular as the course is challenging. When you decide you would like to take a break from sightseeing, visit Big Daddy's Outdoor Marketplace for the shopping experience of a lifetime. With over 300 vendors, you are sure to come away with a unique souvenir of your visit.