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    Old Taos Guesthouse

    4.8 (77 reviews)
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    Back lawn.
    Brad W.

    A great place to stay off the beaten path. Very quiet escape from the activity of Taos. It is an older building with charm. The restroom was small and my room did not have a TV (preferred). The morning breakfast service was professional and prompt.

    Liz T.

    Amazing bed and breakfast. Very clean and quiet with a garden. They even accommodated my food restrictions.

    Christmas lights at night
    Mary W.

    12.20.19: Decide on a whim to go to Taos for Christmas! Yes, because Bruce Willis playing himself in "Oceans 12" reveals that Julia Roberts owns a rustic retreat there. (I'm not often that shallow, but when I am, I go big!) 12.21: 5-star Yelp score convincing. Speak to owner "Bob." Friendly guy. Mention it will be our VERY FIRST trip to Taos. Only 9 rooms, but I implore Bob: Please give me one with a TUB! (My #1 indulgence on vacay). And Bob says "he's my uncle!" 12.24, 3:59: ARRIVE! Glorious Cottonwood & Blue Spruces twinkle in the rapidly falling dusk over the 200-yr old adobe. But, confusion. How do we let someone know we're here? There! A big red 1980s dial-up telephone hangs on a wood panel. That is very Matrix-like. I'm intrigued. Should I pick it up? But will that inexorably alter...our Timeline? 12.24, 4:07: Just then, saved from my metaphysical dilemma! Very fit, tan & determined sphinx of a certain age, hurries by with a menu--is she the Chef? Or is she The Oracle?? Takes one look at me & says, "Park around back. I will put you in the Bird Room." Oh-kay! We park around back. The bird room is dank like a birdcage. The bathroom is frigid. But makes up for it all by being very, very red. Enormous red armchairs, a red armoire, a red Mark Rothko, red tablecloth on a little round table, & a red Rooster. You need a Master's from MIT to work the heater, though, and...wait for it...There is no TUB. BUT- at least a large spider lives with its family in the corner ceiling, and before we leave, one is friendly enough to make an appearance in our bed. 12.25,10:32am: Spinning our wheels. Literally. You see, having been directed to park "round back" resulted in being trapped in a veritable valley behind the inn with a 30-degree incline, now covered with snow, and undergirded with black ice on an unpaved lot. No one told us that we would need a backhoe to get out of the rear parking lot at the intimate little "GUEST"house...you know, versus a corporate, chain hotel where they regularly disregard the safety & comfort of their guests. 12.25,11:06: The Oracle shows up. This time she gives us the sage advice, while looking up at the cloudless, New Mexico sky: "Well you oughta know when a storm is coming and carry kitty litter with you. And everyone here has 4-wheel drive." Why, thank you, Oracle. That's just fine. But aren't YOU the one who ordered us to park "round back" instead of "round front" where it was nicely-paved, level, and perfectly fine for us CitySlickers in our 2WD Toyota Tacoma? And by the way, don't you guys HAVE a cat?? Couldn't you have brought some kitty litter when you sashayed out here to make that offering of wisdom? Sans coffee, btw. 12.25,11:32: Probably tiring of watching his guests play the game of "Take the Tacoma up hill, and let it roll back in the snow" [Extra points for not swerving into the ditch on the way down], while I dedicatedly up vote the only non-stellar Yelp review for this place, Bob magically appears. 12.25,11:50: Bob comes up with an even more absurd game than ours! My hubby will sit on the truck bed for weight, along with some big rocks, and then Bob will floor it?! After an hour of futility (& having missed breakfast& no more to eat at the inn on Xmas), we chorused, "Sure!" I steeled myself for what seemed a nearly certain and grisly death for my beloved in front of me & to take pictures of the carnage for the inevitable insurance claim and multi-state litigation. (Still grateful to Bob, though, or our entire vacay might be in the back parking lot). There were Christmas cookies in the lovely parlor that night, though! 12.26, 9:29am: I make it in time, by 1 minute, to breakfast. My husband refuses. He is eating Bison Jerky from our road trip under the covers & is now doing a personal, silent boycott of the B&B. I pick a table and set down a glass & my cellphone. Made the mistake of getting up for coffee and one of the "regulars" placed his coat over mine and snarled at me when I pointed out that I was already sitting there. Shortly thereafter, Scout, the owners' big hairy dog (and a prime candidate for "The Biggest Loser," Canine Edition) ambles resolutely over to me, determinedly eyeing my bacon. Then another guest casts me a disapproving look. She says, too loudly, "Well, WE like you, don't we, Scout?" Oh, really? I "like" Scout, too...I would just LIKE Scout to leave me alone while I enjoy the 2nd "B" of the B&B. 12.26,10:40am: Co-owner Cady knocks for housekeeping. Hubby napping. She says OK, she'll be back. She does not come back. In fact, no one has serviced our room since we arrived 2 days ago, or before we leave. A great lady does the spa. The grounds are gorgeous. The breakfast (after an offering to Scout) is gourmet. Nearly 60% of the 5* reviews here, though, are from those with 1 or fewer friends &/or reviews on Yelp. And one Elite who said she did not want to "ding" their score. Govern yourselves accordingly.

    Loved the tree with all of the birdhouses!

    We had a delightful stay here! It isn't located in the heart of Taos but that makes it quiet and quaint. Our accommodations were so nice and the food is amazing! We highly recommend it!

    Grace E.

    Loved LOved LOVEd this tranquil and scenic and comfortably slept at place! Such a wonderful little B&B full of well decorated rooms, with spanish tile floors and clean little bathrooms! All very quiet and very private rooms lead to the well kept courtyard. Outside there are fancy chickens roaming the grounds, and at night Old Taos B&B is all lit up so pretty. Didn't like that I could only stay one night! The owners are awesome. They give you your space, but they're there to help with anything if asked. Bought us some Old Taos Guesthouse mugs, so we'll never forget our lovely stay here. Awesome experience.

    This is a real, 180 year old pueblo with cool ceiling beams to prove it.
    Landman H.

    This is a perfectly maintained 180 year old adobe hacienda with comfortable, modern furnishings. It looked like it could have been in architectural digest. It might be the best place to stay in Taos, too. The large acreage allows you to enjoy the awesome weather and some nature while only being about a 3 minute drive from the historic district where all the shops, galleries, wineries, live music and restaurants are located. Parking at a meter in town is 50 cents an hour until 5pm so it's no problem. We just pulled up in town and got parking immediately outside a gallery called "Untitled" every time we went in to town. The free breakfast every morning was extremely tasty and filling and would easily have cost $20 at an equivalent trendy restaurant at home. They aren't just serving croissants and jelly but really going the extra mile for a great breakfast. The shared room has been updated since some of the last pictures on yelp and it's a pleasant place to eat breakfast and read. There are lots of outdoor places so you're never crowded with other guests. The owners, Bob and Cady, bought it last year and have really gone the extra mile to improve it and offer a great stay. This is a strong recommend.

    We went for a weekend get away and this place was perfect! Cant wait to come back
    Shannon H.

    This place is just outside of the plaza and you wonder if your going the right way because of the driveway, but it was so great we came back a second night after Santa Fe. Tim and Leslie are great and extremely helpful if you want to explore. You can chose your room, they're all different. Room 5 was our favorite right next to the hot tub. This place really feels like home. Hot tub under the stars this place is very relaxing and cozy. I can't wait to go back! This is an old historical place so there is the musky smell but other than that its great! Our first bed and breakfast and it was the best experience! I really recommend this place for a romantic get away.

    L T.

    Spent many days camping in the rain, only to call Tim and find an available room! Which was dog friendly! Tim was very welcoming on the phone and gave us tips on where to stop on our drive to Taos. We did not know what to expect, but we pulled into a beautiful front yard, with flowers blooming and Tim gave us the tour and showed us our cozy room with a fireplace and a hot tub near our room. We were set for 2 nights. Wish we could've stayed longer!! We also had amazing breakfasts, thanks to Leslie and Tim. We were very grateful for for their hospitality, we enjoyed meeting them and the restful stop on our roadtrip across country.

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    Good experience. Nice room and facilities worked well. Pleasant staff. Historical setting for New Mexico. Worth the stay.

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    Beautiful property and the hosts were very helpful. The breakfast was amazing. And the overall vibe was great. Will definitely come back.

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    Bob & Cady were delightful, genuinely appreciative of our 1 night stay, and the breakfast was delicious!

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    El Monte Sagrado - Snapped this beautiful picture at night. Every part of resort had beautiful photo op.

    El Monte Sagrado

    (225 reviews)

    $$$

    So surprised with all these negative reviews. We had a wonderful weekend in this hotel…read more The valet and staff were helpful, quick and attentive. The rooms were beautiful and clean, really cute fireplace in the room and the balcony opens to the yard which we could see snow out of! The overall grounds are gorgeous and well kept, staff at the front desk were also very friendly and helpful giving us directions and popular spots to see around Taos. They had hot coffee, tea, and bottled water for us to take at any time. It was my partner's birthday, someone came up and hand delivered chocolate strawberries free of charge to the room as well as a card and we dined at the restaurant for dinner and they gave us free dessert and little free macaroons in a to go bag. Talk about above and beyond service. Lovely time 10/10, only complaint was the food in the restaurant was 7-8/10 taste for $$$ prices but all in all great experience.

    We have been coming here every year since we moved to California and this trip was disappointing…read more Our room wasn't super clean , the tv remote was broken which they were waiting on a replacement and the prefilled bottles in shower - conditioner was missing and bodies was empty. The front Staff is great as always but for the price our room wasn't not worth it this year. Dinner- we ordered 3 items. The beet tartare was very good. The Brussels Sprouts were swimming in balsamic glaze and couldn't eat it. The ratatouille tasted good but was warm on the outside and cold inside. I think our waiter was new as he asked us how we wanted the beet tartare cooked and never asked why we didn't eat 2 of our meals.

    The Historic Taos Inn - The Adobe Bar

    The Historic Taos Inn

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    Enjoyed our 4 night stay! The first thing I need to say is another review dissed the morning lobby…read morecoffee service, let me disagree strongly. Coffee was great, actually better than several of the cafes in the surrounding area. Room was comfortable. We were fortunate to have gotten an upgrade which included a small refrigerator which was great for the multi day stay. We hung out in lobby and enjoyed the nightly live music. Staff was great, both at desk, in adobe bar and housekeeping/maintenance. Only bummer was that Doc Martin, the onsite restaurant was only open days we already had plans. Note for weekday stays, check that restaurants are actually open before heading out on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, even if recommended by front desk.

    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.

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    Desert Flower Boutique Hotel

    (15 reviews)

    Staying at a cute boutique hotel is a/any girl's dream. At least that's what I believe. If you…read moreagree with me, consider this Desert Flower Boutique Hotel in Taos for your next getaway. For those who live in the Denver area it's only 4+ hours drive. I got to talk to the owner (the husband of the married couple) just this morning when I was having an Avocado Toast in the dining room. He worked in the corporate America for 25+ years. When he got tired of it he and his wife bought this hotel. It had been abandoned by the previous owner for some time so after he had purchased it he renovated the entire premises to turn it into what is now today. He and his wife certainly have great tastes in everything as the charm they created is simply bonita. Depending on the room you choose, it's equipped with a beautiful copper bath tub that can easily hold two people. The water that comes out of the faucet is pure, twice filtered deep aquifer well water. And the healing power of cooper will ease all sorts of aches and pains. The exquisiteness of soaking in such a tub is of an experience you can't enjoy at home. If you end up staying here, eating breakfast in the designated dining room is a must. They grow their own vegetables in their garden which is served in most of the dishes listed on the menu. At night, enjoy stargazing in the parking lot or the outdoor fireplace just right outside of the dining room. The number of stars you can gaze upon makes your stay more memorable and mesmerizing. Giving this place 5 stars is a humiliation; it deserves at least 10 or more stars. This place is that great. I can't wait to come back here. I might do that maybe next weekend (lol!!)

    This is a great location close to attractions, but also a quiet getaway. The breakfast was great -…read moreespecially the freshly made blueberry muffins. The only minor inconvenience is the lack of power outlets in the room. We've stayed here twice and will definitely be back next time we come to Taos!

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