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La Fonda On the PlazavsEl Sendero Inn
La Fonda on the Plaza and Garrett's Desert Inn are both rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, La Fonda on the Plaza is preferred by most professionals compared to Garrett's Desert Inn. La Fonda on the Plaza ranks #3 in Santa Fe with approval from 12 sources including Forbes Travel Guide, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
La Fonda On the Plaza
Fodor's
Frommer's
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Gayot
DK Eyewitness
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100 E San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $182/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Some suites have fireplaces; the rooftop suites are the most luxurious and include Continental breakfast and private concierge services." Full review
Frommer's "Whether you stay in this hotel or not, it's worth strolling through just to get a sense of how Santa Fe once was -- and in some ways still is." Full review
Jetsetter "Newly renovated New Mexico–style digs with a bell tower bar, an award-winning restaurant and 92 years of history." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The rooftop Bell Tower Bar is the place for sunset cocktails with a view of the Jemez Mountains." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Built in 1920 to replace the century-old original, it features hand-painted murals and stained glass throughout, and plenty of nooks and crannies where you sit and soak up the atmosphere."
Gayot "Dates to 1922 but looks even older, with its stately Pueblo Revival architecture and snazzy tiled lobby decked with fine antiques and art... Rooms continue the theme with handcrafted wooden furniture."
DK Eyewitness "Artworks are everywhere: the guest-room headboards, the blanket boxes, and even the light switches have been painted by the hotel's resident artist."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Staff artist Ernest Martinez has been painting thousands of windows and other fixtures since 1954, giving La Fonda its unique folk-art character." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Amenities include a year-round outdoor pool, full-service spa, boutique shops, and fine-dining restaurant... all of the top local attractions are within walking distance." Full review
Afar Magazine "Yes, it's big and bustling but this classic pueblo-style landmark (it opened in 1922) is a perfect place to rest your weary head." Full review
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For the full Santa Fe experience, request a room with a cozy fireplace or balcony.
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
