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El Sendero InnvsInn of the Governors
Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Inn of the Governors is the choice of most reviewers compared to Garrett's Desert Inn. Inn of the Governors scores 81 with accolades from 7 publications such as Lonely Planet, Gayot and Fodor's.
El Sendero Inn
Fodor's
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
311 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Fodor's "It's fairly well maintained and you'll be hard-pressed to find more affordable accommodations just a few blocks from the Plaza." Full review
Frommer's "Completion of this hotel in 1957 prompted the Historic Design Review Board to implement zoning restrictions throughout downtown." Full review
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If you're traveling in winter, ask for a south-facing room and you might be able to sunbathe under the portal.
Lonely Planet "An old motor court–style place, Garrett's has been popular with travelers for half a century now." Full review
Inn of the Governors Fodor's
Oyster Lonely Planet
Star Service
Gayot
Travel + Leisure Frommer's
101 West Alameda, Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "This rambling, reasonably priced hotel by the Santa Fe River is staffed by a polite, enthusiastic bunch." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Colorful Santa Fe-style decor gives the rooms and interior spaces a cozy, authentic feel, and the hopping Del Charro Saloon attracts the locals and serves tasty eats." Full review
Lonely Planet "You can't beat the location, just blocks from the Plaza. Rooms are elegantly decorated with kiva fireplaces, warm-hued bedspreads and Southwestern-style doors and windows." Full review
Star Service "The value here is in the moderate rates and bundled perks, and in the casual but efficient service." Full review
Gayot "Major renovations... have transformed an already pleasant old-fashioned downtown property into an upscale but still reasonably priced winner."
Travel + Leisure "Set right in the heart of downtown, with a year-round outdoor heated pool, giant “Mountain Sunrise Breakfasts,” and seven mini-suites, this inn has plenty of space for even big family groups." Full review
Frommer's "Rooms in this inn tucked 2 blocks from the plaza have the feel of a Southwestern home but come with the service and amenities of a fine hotel." Full review
