Las Palomas

Las Palomas Review

It's a pleasant 10-minute walk west of the Plaza to reach this group of properties, consisting of two historic, luxurious compounds, one of them Spanish Pueblo-style adobe, the other done in the Territorial style, with a Victorian ambience, as well as the 15 rooms in the recently acquired La Tienda & Duran House compound. A network of brick paths shaded by mature trees leads past the casitas, connecting them with secluded courtyards and flower gardens. Each casita has a bedroom, full kitchen, living room with pull-out sofa, and fireplace, and each opens onto a terrace or patio. Locally handcrafted wood-and-leather sofas, desks, and tables fill these spacious accommodations, along with Native American artwork and sculptures. It's an elegant alternative to the city's upscale full-service hotels, affording guests a bit more privacy and the feel of a private cottage rental—though it is managed by the Hotel Santa Fe.