La Fonda
Built in 1922, the venerable La Fonda hotel showcases 167 rooms artfully appointed with custom, hand-crafted furnishings, wrought-iron accessories, expansive beam ceilings, antique furniture and fine, locally sourced art. La Fonda presents elite, in-room amenities highlighted by deluxe bedding, down pillows, plush robes and complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. Innovative Southwest cuisine takes center stage at La Plazuela Restaurant. Located on the fifth floor, the Bell Tower Bar reveals panoramic views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, while a rooftop bar overlooks the Plaza.
La Fonda on the Plaza
100 E. San Francisco St.
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 982-5511
lafondasantafe.com
The Lodge at Santa Fe
Located just a five-minute drive from the Plaza, the Lodge at Santa Fe takes its architectural inspiration from the Anasazi Indian culture. Featuring 127 rooms, some with wood-burning fireplaces, the lodge includes hand-crafted furniture and local art, a bar and lounge, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, gardens, business center and a wedding chapel. Additionally, complimentary shuttle service to the Plaza is provided. The Maria Benitez Theatre is located on the premises..
The Lodge at Santa Fe
750 N. St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 992-5800
hhandr.com/santafe.php
Inn on the Alameda
Situated in the heart of town between the Santa Fe Plaza and Canyon Road, the Inn on the Alameda provides cozy accommodations highlighted by stone courtyards, intimate patios and thick adobe walls. Featuring 71 artfully appointed rooms, the inn offers guests such amenities as Italian cotton bedding, plush Brazilian towels and robes, custom wrought-iron fixtures and private balconies. A generous continental breakfast buffet provides an array of pastries and freshly squeezed juices, while afternoon wine and cheese is served at the complimentary daily reception. A kiva fireplace in the courtyard keeps guests warm during the winter months.
Inn on the Alameda
303 E. Alameda
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 984-2121
innonthealameda.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.
