Today Hotel Willa celebrates one year in business; we stayed a couple nights earlier this week, and…read moreit was glorious. What a perfect little spot - and no problems or hiccups whatsoever (this is Taos, so that's kind of a big deal). I was a little leery of this boutique transformation of the old Indian Hills Motel property, but we were just blown away by how nice Hotel Willa is; kudos to Casetta Hotels! Every employee was friendly in a genuine way; the grounds and rooms are _spotless_ and the vibe is just wonderful. It's easy to forget you're in town . . . but it's a quick walk to the Plaza and great restaurants once you step out front. Free parking. Quiet and totally efficient heating and cooling (we used both in April). Fantastic sleep (it's QUIET) on a remarkably comfortable bed. TV has a variety of music, Netflix, Prime in addition to a variety of programming. The onsite restaurant Juliette is more than just a bar - yes, everyone raves about the green chile cheeseburger, but do yourself a favor and go deeper into the (reasonably priced!) menu. Free coffee in the morning. Tons of places to sit and relax. Hammocks. Sling chairs. Benches. Rocks. Gorgeous and well maintained landscaping. Great pool (heated) and hot tub/jacuzzi, plus exercise room and sauna/cold plunge. (The one suggestion for improvement is that the rain shower spatters outside the shower room a bit.) We'll be back - we've stayed in several Taos properties and enjoyed them to various degrees, but we've never found a place that "clicked" for us as well as Willa.

Such a gem of a stay at the Hotel Willa in Taos! From the moment we walked in, the whole place just…read morefelt special. The aesthetic is absolutely beautiful--modern, clean, and thoughtfully designed without losing that cozy, welcoming vibe. Our room was the perfect little retreat--super inviting, spotless, and designed in a way that makes you instantly relax. The bed? Dangerously comfortable. The kind where you debate skipping your plans just to stay in a little longer. And the Aesop bath products... major win. It's those elevated touches that really make a stay feel luxe without being over the top. Honestly, such a nice surprise. One of the standout features was the text-for-service option--so convenient and easy. It made everything feel seamless and modern, which we loved. A couple tiny notes (and I mean tiny): there's no in-room coffee, but you can grab it for free at the front desk. And adding an Aesop room spray would be the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. Overall, this place absolutely nailed it. Stylish, comfortable, and thoughtfully curated--would 100% stay here again and recommend it to anyone heading to Taos.

Historic Rip Off with a Concusdion…read more I spent $250 for one night at the Historic Taos Inn, and let me tell you what "historic" apparently means: nothing has been updated since the Coolidge administration. Let's take the tour. The carpet was dirty and buckled, rising up toward the bathroom threshold like it was personally trying to trip me. Nothing says "vacation" like a rug plotting your death. The air conditioning was a window unit roughly the size of a lunchbox and twice as loud, valiantly cooling approximately one square foot of the room while I sweated through the historic sheets. It sounded like a small aircraft trying and failing to take off. All night. The bed deserves its own paragraph. It was old, lumpy, and screamed like a haunted door hinge every single time I so much as breathed. I've slept on futons with more dignity and less commentary. But the crown jewel, the pièce de résistance , is the bathroom doorway, which stands a proud six feet tall. I am 6'3". There was no warning. No little sign, no cheerful "mind your head," nothing. I knocked the absolute daylights out of my skull walking into my own bathroom. In my $250 room. At night. In a place I paid to be. I'm not disappointed. Disappointed is what you feel about a mediocre breakfast. I am angry. I know Taos isn't cheap. I get it. But I paid the exact same amount at La Fonda the night before and it was genuinely lovely - clean, comfortable, and notably free of surprise architectural head trauma. Historic Taos Inn, you owe me an ice pack and an apology. Duck when you enter. Bring earplugs. Bring a helmet. Maybe just stay somewhere else.

I wanted to enjoy my stay at Historic Taos Inn given its reputation and location, but the room fell…read moreshort in several important areas--especially considering the price. There were multiple maintenance and functionality issues. The ductless mini-split system was not working properly, and the wall-mounted thermostat did not control the heat or A/C. The ceiling vent appeared obstructed and poorly maintained, raising concerns about airflow and ventilation. I also noted that the smoke detector showed no visible indicator light at the time, making it unclear whether it was operational, which raised a safety concern. The room itself felt dated and not well maintained. There was a visible spiderweb and debris buildup on the window sill, and the window area overall showed a lack of cleaning and upkeep. Additionally, the wooden window blinds were damaged--specifically, the upper right blind is missing the center wooden control rod, so each slat had to be adjusted by hand. The blinds also catch on the window frame/sill, preventing smooth operation and full closure. Because the room was on the ground level with people walking by, this resulted in a lack of privacy that would reasonably be expected. The bathroom also showed wear, with deteriorating caulking and grout around the tub/shower. Basic amenities were lacking--there was no clock, mini fridge, or microwave, which made the stay less convenient than expected. Additionally, there was a mouse trap placed under the bed. While I understand pest control is sometimes necessary, its visible presence in the guest room raises concerns about cleanliness and overall room readiness. Most importantly, the condition of the room and lack of amenities did not align with the price paid. For the rate charged, I expected a higher standard of maintenance, cleanliness, and functionality. The experience felt significantly overpriced relative to what was provided. The property has charm and a strong location, but without better upkeep and attention to detail, it does not currently deliver value for the cost.

What a lovely place to hang out and have a drink and a great meal…read more My husband just had shoulder surgery so hiking wasn't in the cards but Taos was hot and we wanted to be in the mountains. We had heard there was a Bavarian Lodge in the hill so off we went. We made a reservation not knowing what it would be like. We walked around where we could and it's beautiful. It was also nice and cool. Them at our reservation time, we were greeted by a super friendly host and sat on the deck. The views were stunning and the weather was lovely. I ordered a glass of wine and my husband got a beer. We ordered schnitzel with fries. It was perfectly cooked and seasoned. We enjoyed every bite and the leisurely lunch in a beautiful setting was just what we needed. If we are ever this way again, we'll be stopping here for the views the friendly service and the delicious food.

Basically good German fast food... sausage, sausage, sausage, sausage. Thats not a bad thing --…read moreit's good. But if you're expecting a great German food fix beyond that it ain't going to happen. Nothing complex, or interesting beyond that... Rouladen, soups, even salads, cabbage, Schnitzels, spaetzles, pork dishes et. It's your really good German street foods.

My family and I spent a birthday weekend out there. We rented a cabin and a pontoon from Renita…read more She was very friendly and gave us a warm welcome every time we talked to her. The cabin was very clean with grills. Taking out the pontoon was an adventure that everyone should try at least once. We will be starting a yearly tradition with them:)

These guys are amazing, and we love love loved our adorable single cabins. Renita and her…read morehusband John really came through when all of the other resorts and hotels failed. We had a terrible situation in that we arrived in Angel Fire at 10pm to our booked VRBO rental. We were shocked to find it occupied by another family who had booked it through AirBNB . I loved the original details and hardware in our cozy rooms; it was a blessing to find Eagle Nest Cabins- we will definitely be coming back! Thank you, Renita and John!

A very well curated little store. I scored a duo of mini espresso cups for $12, native american…read moremade with buffalo on them. Also a dish towel. The shop has many good qualaity items but there is only so much my tiny roll on can hold from this month long trip.

Quick look rating: 5/5 Quality, 5/5 Service, 5/5 Experience…read more What a fun cooking store! The Taos Cookery has a large number of southwest items for your kitchen and dining room areas. The southwest colors here on on point, bring your camera! The cookbooks are mostly southwest feel and they have selected some really high quality ones. Picked one out from a Santa Fe restaurant, Cafe Pasqual's, love the book! The pottery and ceramics have a fun southwest feel! Table clothes and placemats are full of fun bright southwest colors! Side note: The street "Bent" is famous and has a number of fun shops close by! You may want to park close by. **Be warned: The driving in Toas, the roads are tight for the most part in town, and some are one way. The customer service is top notch! I'll be back, without a doubt!

So, as a small business owner I was really really shocked by my experience. I'm coming for the…read moreholidays to visit my mom in Taos. I wanted to give her a gift certificate from this place for $300. So, I called and asked if they could do a gift certificate. They said sure. So, I asked if they could mail it to my mom's place in Taos (of course, I'd pay for the shipping/handling) because I'm getting there after Xmas and wanted it ready to give to her. She says, 'no, you'll have to come and get it.' I thought maybe she misunderstood. So, I asked, 'you're saying that for $300 you can't stick it in an envelope and drop it in a mailbox?' She said, 'that's right, you'll have to come and get it.' Then I explained that that wouldn't work as I have a 14 hour travel day to get to Taos and can't, after that, drive across town to pick this up. But she refused. Boggles the mind. I own a small business and if one of employees turned down a $300 sale because they didn't want to slip the certificate into the mail, I'd fire them. So, I asked one final time, 'you'd rather have me spend the money at Amazon than with you?" And she ghosted me after that. So, I've ordered from Amazon and won't be coming to this place. The laziness is just jaw dropping.

As an artist I am so happy this store is in Taos. As an art…read morecommunity we are so blessed by this. Heading down there now to get color pencils, permanent markers and browse all the new stuff!

We came in for a visit and were greeted like family from the moment we arrived. We had the…read moreopportunity to walk through their incredible workspace and see where all of their beautiful pieces are made. Kevin and Jo are especially kind and thoughtful--when I was looking for a specific size olive oil dispenser, they each happily went out of their way to check in the back for one. It's always a joy to admire their amazing craftsmanship and hear the story behind their work. They are an absolute hoot, and this place is a must-visit when you're in the area!

We stopped in during a road. The artists were so welcoming!! We received a quick tour and education…read moreon their unique firing process. Their pieces turn out with such unique coloring and are beautiful. I definitely recommend stopping in if you are in the area.

The bud tender is nice and they have good options, check them out and grab something yummy. The…read morecoffee is good as well.

I wish I had checked this place out sooner! The budtender at the front was friendly, helpful, and…read moreknowledgeable. They have an interesting selection of freshly harvested locally grown strains, and a good mix of pure indica and sativa strains instead of just hybrids. I was most impressed with the quality and freshness of the buds in comparison to most shops. This was by far the best dispensary I've visited in the area, and I will definitely be back. Highly recommend. I'd also like to add that most local shops in NM do NOT have a giant selection because they need to be able to reliably move their inventory. This place has a small but fresh, local, and highly curated selection of all types of products.