A Fine Experience…read more.... - Overall: 5 - Location: 5 - Exterior: 4 - Interior: 4 - Ambiance: 5 - Witter Byner Room: 5 - Witter Byner Bathroom: 4 - Breakfast: 5 - Amenities: 5 - Hosts: 5 - Housekeeping: 5 - Parking: 4 - Value: 5 For the first stop on our driving tour of the Southwest US, we stayed in Santa Fe for 5 nights. But where? Reviewers touted the Inn Of The Turquoise Bear.....and they were right. Pros: - Location: Central. Just south of the downtown area and a 15 minute walk to Canyon Road. - Exterior: A sprawling property in a residential neighborhood. Several smaller buildings seem to have been added over the (many) years to the main building seen on most photos of the property. - Interior: Like going back 100 years. Things were fixed, of course...especially in public spaces...but you might feel as if you're in a living museum. - Our Room (Witter Byner): Large and rambling. More than enough room for 2 people plus a balcony overlooking the front of the property. Very comfortable. I could live there for a month if we didn't mind going up and down 15 stairs to the main floor. One interesting aspect: The bathroom. It was very nice and fully equipped, but separate from our room and down 5 stairs. That wasn't a problem during the day, but a few nights were an adventure - Breakfast: Unreal. Everything was homemade with great taste. The buffet portion had sliced fruit, granola, juices, pastries and yogurt. The hosts and kitchen staff had 3-5 entrees available each day. I rarely tried those since I filled up on the buffet, but my wife ate one every day and only had good things to say. Service at the community table was gracious and unhurried with lots of interesting conversation. - Amenities: A 1-2 hour Happy Hour every day starting at 430 or 5 PM. Fresh cookies, fruit, tea and jug water were available all day (coffee from 630-10 AM). Umbrellas. Plenty of smiles. - Hosts: Everyone was very friendly, helpful, informative and even charming. Special thanks to Aileen (sp?). - Housekeeping: Effective, efficient and unobtrusive. - Parking: Sufficient. The large courtyard in front of the of the property provided enough room for cars in the 11 room B&B. - Price and Value: Reasonable. It's not cheap, but as in most cases you get what you pay for. We'd heartily recommend the Inn Of The Turquoise Bear, but make reservations well in advance.

Stayed here for three nights on our Santa Fe visit. It was formerly the home of Witter Brynner a…read morefamous poet and scholar in the early 1930's and 40's. Many of his literary friends visited here and the guest rooms are named for them. There is assigned park parking as well as it's a premium in town. The breakfasts were excellent and the staff was very accommodating. The location is convenient to the downtown Plaza and restaurants. A beautiful property.

- 10 stars!!!!! - the breakfast is unlike anything you will…read moreEVER have filling breakfast three courses tasty breads fresh fruit, juices, and butters everything homemade - if you're in SF, you HAVE to come here you're doing yourself a d=genuine disservice, if you don't stay - very clean room - super comfortable bed - I love the center patio it was great for doing work or talking on the phone outdoors - small TV - cable TV included - strong internet - plenty parking

If you're seeking a warm, relaxing boutique experience in Santa Fe, this is not it…read more Our suite, the aptly named "Territorial," was beautifully styled but functionally absurd. The bed sits just inches from the toilet door, so unless you're unusually close with your travel companion, pack earplugs and a blindfold. Dust was caked into the corners, a dead bug was in the ripple of the vintage rug, and we were greeted by a dried booger on the bathroom door (seriously). The door frame lets light in, the floors creaked like a haunted house, and the entire layout felt like it was designed by someone who's never actually had to sleep there. There were no privacy blinds, only wooden shutters, and the artwork provided enough clutter to fill the room just in case you forgot your own luggage. Breakfast was the big show! Most of what we were served was delicious. For an extra $45 per person, you'll be given whatever the kitchen feels like making that morning... no choices, no allergy considerations, and not even a glass of water. Instead, you're handed an herbal infusion and expected to sip with gratitude while waiting 90 minutes for your dessert tart. But our group's disappointment simply must have meant we didn't understand the "magic" of the experience. In the end, Casa Culinaria is the kind of place that confuses ambiance with hospitality and is more interested in curating an image than creating a welcoming stay. If you're searching in Santa Fe for a splintering rocking chair, garden corners appropriate for Instagram, or even paying $340/night to be treated like an inconvenience... this is the winner! Anyone interested in actual hospitality should keep searching.

We loved the Adobe Abode so much back in 2004 that we chose it for our latest trip to Santa Fe…read more This time we moved to the spacious Cactus Room behind the inn's main building (a converted family home). Breakfasts were always tasty, and tend to include an egg casserole, muffin or sweet roll, and fresh fruit. The rooms are just lovely, and are on a quiet street that is very close to the Plaza. I'm sure we'll be back again someday!

My travel companion and I recently spent two nights at the Inn of the Governors in Santa Fe in…read moreearly September, and it was a fantastic experience. This independent hotel is an older, yet well-maintained property. It offers a slightly less luxurious experience compared to some of the more upscale lodging options in the Santa Fe Plaza area, but its charm, location, perks, and value make it an excellent choice. The Inn of the Governors is located just a few very walkable blocks from the Plaza, the New Mexico state capitol building, and downtown's main cultural and historic sites. What really sets this property apart from other local options are the stellar hospitality and thoughtful amenities. Every morning begins with a free cooked-to-order breakfast in the hotel's on-site restaurant from 630am til 1030am featuring traditional favorites like eggs and pancakes as well as excellent New Mexican specialties like huevos rancheros. On-site parking is free -- a valuable perk in downtown Santa Fe where parking can be $30-50/night -- and the exceptionally friendly staff hosts a daily happy hour from 4pm to 5pm with complimentary sherry, hot herbal tea, and New Mexico's traditional biscochito cookies. Our room's traditional New Mexican decor and furnishings were starting to show their age, but they were clean and well maintained. My room featured a large LED TV with plenty of content, a reasonable workspace with easy-to-connect WiFI, and individual HVAC controls that made it easy to manage the temperature during the night. The room was also equipped with a small refrigerator as well as a single-serve coffee maker with four pods. The bathroom had plenty of space on the vanity for my personal hygiene items. If you're deciding on room options, the 'deluxe' rooms in the main building are well worth considering - especially during cooler weather - because they feature Kiva-style wood-burning fireplaces for guests' use. Given the age of the property, this hotel would typically earn a 3- or 4-star rating, but everything else about our experience easily warrants my rounding up to a 5-star rating. PRO TIP: Book directly through the hotel's website. Guests who book directly (rather than through an online travel agent -- offering the same nightly rates) receive a $15 per night credit for their on-site restaurant, Del Charro. Unlike typical hotel dining, Del Charro's prices are very reasonable with entrees ranging from $9 to $20 and they don't hit guests with an automatic 20-25% service charge.

This hotel has an excellent location with great parking. The rooms are spacious, quiet, and…read moreexceptionally clean--I absolutely loved the southwestern decor! A major highlight was the complimentary breakfast ordered straight off the menu every morning. They also provide a lovely afternoon touch with wine, tea, and cookies in the lobby. Excellent service, food, and atmosphere all around. Highly recommended!

The highlight of Casa de Cuma is the couple who own it, Shaan and Colleen. Colleen cooks fabulous…read morebreakfasts, and Shaan is an encyclopedia of knowledge about the area! We stayed in the Chili Pepper room, small and cozy and right next to the breakfast room/lobby. Each day, we'd show our expected itinerary to Shaan and he'd give us suggestions. So glad we took his suggestions! If we're ever in Santa Fe again, we would stay here again. It's easy walking distance into the historic district, where restaurants and art galleries and shopping abound.

My hubby and I enjoyed three nights at Casa de Cuma for a long weekend in January. It's was very…read morequiet and 4-5 blocks from the old town plaza/historic district. We were kindly upgraded to the Corazón Room. The room was tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The bed, sheets and towels were super cozy. Our hosts, Shaan and Colleen were fabulous. We really enjoyed them and the other guests at the inn. Colleen made delish breakfasts and Shawn was a wealth of information for the area. Should we find ourselves in Santa Fe again, we would definitely stay at Casa de Cuma!

This was a perfect lodging experience. My husband and I were there a couple of weeks ago in the…read moreCasita Garcia for the weekend. The many pros: My two most important criteria: Immaculately clean and practically silent despite being next door to a bar Comfortable bed and pillows Attentive, kind, warm service (Aileen couldn't have been nicer) 10 minute walk, 5 minute drive to center of town Fine dining restaurant next door, brewery on the other side Tasteful, artistic details throughout the room and the common areas Plentiful snacks and beverages for guests to enjoy Delicious, generous breakfast served in a beautifully decorated room on gorgeous tableware (not important but appreciated) Short drive or longer walk to Trader Joe's I have no complaints and hope to stay there again someday.

Booked this for a quick one night stay, wish I had stayed longer. The property was very cute and…read moreon a nice one way road with not too much traffic. I was greeted by one of the owners who gave me a tour and made me feel welcomed. Breakfast menu the next day was wonderful. Highly recommend

Food and cocktails are always amazing. Staff is always friendly. As a semi local you know to show…read moreup at a little before 5 to stand in line and sit at the bar without a reservation. Today we learned that they now take reservations for the actual bar! Not a fan and that is why this is not a 5 star review. It's not good for the bartenders or the locals. We got to sit at the bar for about 40 mins and then we had to leave due to all the of the bar being reserved. Defeats the purpose of the bar.

Update: We are back…read morehome in Az. And , in reflection, this stay was the nicest in a month of travel. I did use the fitness room all three days, and the custom breakfast daily was as nice as you can imagine. 5 posted choices presented to your table. Pick one!! We never moved our car, which is important in Santa Fe. People get a parking meter and feed it all day. I only saw one open park slot for a car and 4 for motorcycles in 3 days. Glad we walked the 10 minutes. All Flat.

We had our first, but definitely not last, visit to The Inn of the Five Graces to celebrate our…read more50th Wedding Anniversary. Without question, the level of service at this property is beyond any we have experienced in our world travels. They were instantly responsive to every request and it was clear that the staff is fully committed to the guest experience. The rooms are incredibly unique in this building that is centuries old and uniquely decorated from the owners world travels but keeping with the Santa Fe feel. The included breakfasts were amazing with incredible service. They also have included town car service within 3 miles so almost all of the local restaurants and shopping/art galleries within distance. It was so easy to get dropped off and picked up for meals and shopping which we did many times. While certainly not an inexpensive property, I can truly say that it was worth the value for an unbelievably memorable experience.

Specifically for the spa:…read more The highlight of our trip. Bar none. The facilities are BEAUTIFUL. The services were FANTASTIC (one of the best massages I've had). The service was IMPECCABLE. This place was truly one of the most luxurious experiences I've had - on this trip and many others. I cannot recommend it enough. Every single nook and cranny of this spa is filled with something beautiful. I absolutely adored this experience.

My partner and I loved everything about Four Kachinas Inn. Our room (and common areas) were…read moredecorated with colorful artwork. Our beds had very comfortable mattresses and bedding. The room had real glasses (including wine glasses) and coffee mugs, rather than flimsy, disposable plastic or paper. We had a small private patio but mostly used the shared patio that was decorated with art and a fountain - a great place to hang out in the afternoon. Breakfasts included a freshly baked sweet bread or cake, fresh fruit, and a different hot egg dish each morning (there was also coffee, tea, juice, yogurt, and toast if desired). The staff were friendly and helpful. The shared breakfast room was available in the afternoons and evenings for relaxing, and had a host of books and guides about Santa Fe and New Mexico. The location is great - in a quiet residential neighborhood, within easy walking distance of the Plaza, the Railyard District, and Canyon Road. Everything was clean and tidy. Oh, and there were fresh homemade cookies in the breakfast room every afternoon. I wouldn't change a thing and I would return in a heartbeat! (P.S. We used the internet a lot and never had a problem. Although our room didn't have a fridge, there was a shared fridge that guests could use, that also contained complimentary sparkling and still waters.)

I have stayed at Four Kachinas Inn at least 6 times with nothing but glowing reports. This visit…read moretwo weeks ago I give mixed reviews. Although the staff, breakfasts, room cleanliness remains steady with the new owners, the lack of internet service was extremely frustrating. I was unable to get service in my room the entire 4 nights and resorted to having to leave the property to get service. I told the staff and new owners on a daily basis and the best they could offer besides deflecting the issue was to let me into the main office to use the internet. The owners were very polite but did not fix or address the issue. They insinuated they did not understand why this was happening to me as if it was my phone that was not working. In this day and age it is imperative to have service and it made my stay stressful. J K

The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi was the perfect spot for our stay in Santa Fe. We appreciate that…read moreit was walking distance to so much the downtown area had to offer. There were also no details spared from the cookies and chocolate with a handwritten note when we checked in to the Velcro strap added to my charging cable when the room was cleaned. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!

We ended up stopping here twice during our trip while exploring Santa Fe, and it quickly became our…read morego-to spot to unwind. The bar itself is super cute with a cozy, inviting seating area that makes you want to linger a little longer than planned. The decor leans warm and stylish without trying too hard--perfect for slipping in, grabbing a cocktail, and giving your feet a much-needed break from walking around town. The staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming. Service leaned a little on the slower side, but the warmth and attentiveness more than made up for it. It felt relaxed, not rushed--very much in tune with the whole Santa Fe vibe. Also, a random but deserved shoutout: the downstairs bathrooms are exceptional. Clean, spacious, and surprisingly elevated for a bar stop. Great spot for cocktails, light bites, and a breather in between exploring. Honestly, it left such a good impression that I'd absolutely consider staying at the hotel next time. If you're in the area and need a cozy reset, this place is 100% worth the stop.