Unassuming from the outside, this first-rate boutique hotel is one of Santa Fe's finest, with superb architectural detail. The prestigious Rosewood Hotel group took over the property in 2005, carefully upgrading the already sumptuous linens and furnishings. Each room has a beamed viga-and-latilla ceiling, kiva-style gas fireplace, antique Indian rugs, handwoven fabrics, and organic toiletries (including sunblock). Other amenities include full concierge services, twice-daily maid service, exercise bikes upon request, and a library. An especially nice touch in this desert town are the humidifiers in each guest room. A few deluxe rooms have balconies. The staff is thorough, gracious, and highly professional. The restaurant, under the helm of acclaimed chef Martín Rios, is one of the best in New Mexico.
Reviewed by Thursa from Pasadena, California on 7/31/07
For the most part, I loved this hotel. Service is impeccable; location is the best; restaurant is fabulous. BUT, why do the beds have to be so high you either have to make a flying leap from across the room or use the slippery (and dangerous) little step stool to access the place where you sleep? My mattress was at least 34" off the floor. This ridiculous feature alone is enough to send me over to the Inn at Loretto, which also has very good service, great food, an almost as good location, and beds low enough to access without athletic endeavor. But, if you don't mind mattresses at hip-top level, this is a great place. I do think the degree of service and the level of maintenance, plus location, justify the price.
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