The artistic enclave of Santa Fe, New Mexico, presents all the offerings for a memorable stay, not the least of which is a collection of premier golf courses highlighted by the par-72 Santa Fe Country Club. World-class links are also featured at the PGA-rated nine-hole Quail Run, along with the Marty Sanchez Links de Santa Fe, showcasing scenic fairways framed by the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. After a day on the greens, spend a relaxing stay at one of Santa Fe's charming resort hotels and inns.
La Fonda
Built in 1922, the historic La Fonda at the Plaza showcases 167 rooms handsomely appointed with handcrafted furniture, wrought-iron accessories, beautiful antiques and fine artwork. Upscale amenities include luxury bedding, down pillows, plush terry robes and free high-speed Internet access. The fifth-floor Bell Tower Bar provides a gathering place with mountain views, while the rooftop bar overlooks the Plaza. La Plazuela Restaurant unveils contemporary Southwestern cuisine.
La Fonda on the Plaza
100 E. San Francisco St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-5511
lafondasantafe.com
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
Presenting 58 guest rooms artfully decorated with Southwestern accents, the luxurious Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi features handcrafted furniture highlighted by four-poster beds and indigenous rugs from New Mexico, as well as fine art and hand-woven tapestries. Nightly turn-down service is available, along with in-room massage and aromatherapy treatments. The culinary destination of Anasazi Restaurant blends elegance with local fare, serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and a buffet brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
113 Washington Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 988-3030
innoftheanasazi.com
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
Located just steps away from the city's historic Plaza, the Eldorado Hotel & Spa features the state's first four-star restaurant, The Old House. Newly renovated rooms are artfully furnished in luxurious linens and deluxe appointments. Accommodations include 219 elegant rooms with such features as private balconies and Kiva fireplaces. Guests feel pampered with plush bathrobes, nightly turn-down services and the rejuvenating offerings of the acclaimed Nidah Spa with heated pool and whirlpool hot tub. A fully equipped fitness center includes all the amenities for a great workout.
Eldorado Hotel & Spa
309 W. San Francisco
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(800) 955-4455
eldoradohotel.com
About The Author
Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.
