Must-see hotels in Central New Mexico

  • Hotel Chimayo

    Santa Fe

    Decor in this welcoming hotel draws on New Mexico’s Hispanic traditions, with abundant attractive carvings and wall hangings, while the Low’n’Slow bar is…

  • Ghost Ranch Lodging

    Santa Fe Region

    A retreat center on 21,000 acres at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Ghost Ranch is a spectacular spot with basic lodging – you're here for the…

  • Sunrise Springs

    Santa Fe

    This 70-acre spa retreat southwest of town offers the ultimate anti-stress getaway. Both resort rooms and private casitas are luxurious and tastefully…

  • Inn on the Alameda

    Santa Fe

    Handmade furniture, wood-burning fireplaces, luxe linens, elegant breakfasts and afternoon wine-and-cheese receptions bring B&B-style elegance to a…

  • Copper King Lodge

    Central New Mexico

    Rough-hewn wood, rustic furnishings and a great backyard make these cabin-style apartments and condos with kitchenettes, stretching beside the river close…

  • Hampton Inn & Suites

    Santa Fe Region

    This welcoming outpost of the national chain is nothing special, but it is well-maintained and includes a hot breakfast. The hotel is less than a half…

  • Juniper Campground

    Santa Fe Region

    Set among the pines near the monument entrance, the park campground holds about 100 campsites, drinking water, toilets, picnic tables and fire grates, but…

  • Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa

    Santa Fe Region

    In addition to pleasant, if nothing-special, historic hotel rooms, the resort has added some plush, boldly colored suites with kiva fireplaces and private…

  • Rio Chama Campground

    Santa Fe Region

    Riverside camping with 11 sites surrounded by brilliant colored cliffs, birds and the silence of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness. It's 1 mile south of…

  • Casa Escondida

    Santa Fe Region

    Set on 6 acres, a mile or so north of Chimayó, this unpretentious and highly recommended B&B features nine beautiful rooms, all en-suite and furnished in…

  • Elaine’s Bed & Breakfast

    Central New Mexico

    This beautifully decorated lodge, nestled up in the woods with superb views, holds five antique-furnished B&B rooms, each with private bath. The lovely…

  • Albuquerque North Bernalillo KOA

    Albuquerque

    About 15 miles north of the city limits, a mile from the nearest RailRunner station, the better of Albuquerque’s two KOA franchises has rental cabins as…

  • Sandia Peak Inn

    Albuquerque

    Old-fashioned, family-run and utterly exemplary Route 66 motel, across the Rio Grande a mile west of Old Town (despite the name, it's nowhere near Sandia…

  • Laguna Vista Lodge

    Central New Mexico

    This in-town lodge doesn’t look that promising from the outside, but its rooms and cabins are spacious and comfortable – some located beside the lake have…

  • Cinnamon Morning B&B

    Albuquerque

    This friendly B&B, not far north of Old Town, has three guest rooms in the main house, two casitas with kitchenettes and private patios, and a two-bedroom…

  • Laughing Lizard Inn

    Santa Fe Region

    This simple motel is nuthin' fancy, but has been renovated with care and has a homey feel. Mattresses are springy, and each room is unique. All open onto…

  • Java Junction B&B

    Central New Mexico

    Conveniently located above a cafe where they take their brew very seriously, this friendly B&B consists of just one bright, light kitchenette suite,…

  • Turquoise Trail Campground

    Central New Mexico

    Camp in a meadow, just off NM 14 near the Tinkertown Museum, with hot showers and cool shade, or rent a simple cabin. This is one of the nicest campsites…

  • Santa Fe Skies RV Park

    Santa Fe

    Considered the best of Santa Fe's RV options, with 98 total sites in a convenient location 13 miles southwest of town and expansive vistas of the…

  • La Casita

    Santa Fe Region

    This traditional adobe comes equipped with a kitchen and wood-burning stove. Two-night minimum stay. Price does not include cleaning and service fees,…

  • Guadalupe Inn

    Santa Fe

    This intimate place features spacious upper balcony rooms with soaker tubs and gas fireplaces. Nice location in a quiet residential area dotted with low…

  • Tower Guest House

    Santa Fe Region

    Located on a garlic farm, this lovely cottage is close to the Rio Embudo. Sleeps three. Price does not include one-time $40 cleaning fee. Pet fee is $20…

  • Cañon del Rio B&B

    Santa Fe Region

    If you're looking for gorgeous canyon views, a pool, a hot tub and a day spa, killer breakfasts and terrific hosts, this is your place. No kids or pets…

  • Wild Rivers Recreation Area Campgrounds

    Central New Mexico

    Five small first-come, first-served campgrounds dot the scenic drive that loops through the sage-speckled recreation area. Potable water and toilets on…

  • Abiquiú Inn

    Santa Fe Region

    This sprawling riverside collection of shaded faux-dobes is peaceful and lovely; some rooms have kiva fireplaces. Casitas have kitchenettes.

  • Jemez Mountain Inn

    Santa Fe Region

    Each room at this peaceful place has a different New Mexican theme and all are comfortably appointed. No kids or pets allowed.

  • Mother Road Hostel

    Albuquerque

    Formerly the Route 66 Hostel, this pastel-lemon former residence is under new ownership. A few blocks west of downtown, it holds male and female dorms…

  • Old Santa Fe Inn

    Santa Fe

    Harking back to the heyday of Route 66, this updated motel, in a surprisingly quiet location a few blocks south of the Plaza, offers bright if simple…

  • La Fonda de Taos

    Taos

    This venerable inn, the only lodging on the Plaza, is not quite as upscale as you might expect (decor is decidedly uninspired) though the public areas…

  • Texas Red's Steakhouse

    Central New Mexico

    Dating from the 1940s, this downtown joint feels historic and quaint but not old. Rooms are small but comfy, and an upstairs lounge holds couches and…

  • Econo Lodge Old Town

    Albuquerque

    Just 10 minutes’ walk west of the plaza, this bright, clean motel is a great deal for anyone planning to explore the Old Town or the BioPark, with…

  • Rancheros de Santa Fe Campground

    Santa Fe

    Eight miles southeast of the Plaza, off I-25 exit 290, Rancheros is really designed for RV camping, though there are simple cabins here too. It's fairly…

  • Sleep Inn Albuquerque

    Albuquerque

    Of the dozen or so large chain hotels that congregate immediately north of the airport, along Yale Blvd a couple of miles south of Nob Hill, this offers…

  • Inn at Ojo

    Santa Fe Region

    This friendly small-scale and simple alternative to the resort hotel, on the main approach road a short walk from the springs, offers bright, tastefully…

  • Coronado Historic Site Campground

    Central New Mexico

    Set along the banks of the Rio Grande with views of the distant Sandias, this is potentially a lovely spot. Unfortunately, the steady roar of traffic…

  • Snakedance Condominiums & Spa

    Central New Mexico

    This giant complex, which offers varying condo-style digs at the foot of the lifts, is an okay all-round option. It holds a restaurant, a bar, in-room…

  • Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi

    Santa Fe

    Steps from the Plaza, the Rosewood Inn marries luxury with a soothing ambience and carefully curated artwork. Location and a fine street-side bar and…

  • Elkhorn Lodge

    Central New Mexico

    This central lodge features decks off all rooms, and suites that sleep six and have kitchenettes. Its Campfire Cafe is open for all meals, while the…

  • Santa Barbara Campground

    Santa Fe Region

    You'll find 21 campsites in this Carson National Forest campground, which also serves as the trailhead for several hikes ($3 day-use fee). Water is…

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