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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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    Really great. When I travel I like a balance of privacy and community. This B & B was the perfect…read morebalance. B & B's can feel too crammed for me. Here, there are separate entrances to the rooms and a common space. I am 6'8" so I need some space. LeAn and Charles were wonderful. It was fun to eat breakfast with the other guests and then head out for the day. Since I love to walk, I must have hiked down to Taos proper about ten times. The sidewalk aren't great and there is a lot of traffic out on the main drag. So, most visitors will need to drive to town unless you are a little nuts like me. Taos is a cool town and a great place to land. This B & B was a cool nest to rest my bones, eat a lovely breakfast, and then to do my thing. There are supermarkets in a walkable distance. Just have to get across the very busy highway.

    This was our first experience at a B&B. I wasn't sure what to expect. American Artists Gallery…read morelies just outside of town on a dirt road that faces the mountains. It is picturesque and quiet. The B&B offers a small little cottage called the Garden Gallery that happened to also be the cheapest so we went with that. Small indeed, but it did the job. We were out an about most of the time anyway, so who needs a whole lot of space? There was a small queen bed pushed against the wall. There was a traditional kiva fire that you can burn wood in seasonally. The shower was pretty big and open. There was no tub however. I liked that there were a few windows that could be opened and allowed for fresh air. The TV worked and there was also a coffee maker and mini fridge in the cottage. Other rooms are larger and have more impressive amenities if that's your thing. They all have private outdoor entrances. There is a relaxing common area with a computer, TV, and a large selection of books and readings on local happenings. There was always fresh lemonade and ice tea avaliable as well as cookies in the common kitchen area. Outside of the large dining area is a small hot tub that wreaked of chemicals, we did not venture in! Our experience was great. The owner was so kind to us, he knew we had never done the B&B thing before. We had also never been to Taos. His knowledge of this town and surrounding areas was impressive. He helped us choose a dinner destination and also a few galleries to hit up. He also gave us some tips on things to do outside of town. He also introduced us to the resident peacock, dogs, and cats that wander on and off the grounds. The breakfast was delish! We had peach stuffed french toast that was to die for. The peaches tasted as thought they were just picked off the tree. We also had fresh squeezed juice and a variety of sides. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the B&B and will return for sure. I am curious to try more B&B's after this experience but fear that it won't compare to this. Perhaps if I could compare this to other B&B's I could give it 5 stars. You might see an update in the future! (I hope anyway)

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    At first, discouraged there was no a/c but with fan it was manageable. During warmer months I could…read moresee where this could be an issue. The rain helped. This was a quiet spot(2 min. drive) near everything The grounds are well maintained and a thing of beauty with the wildflowers and jacuzzi steps away. Robert was a hoot, kind and very hospitable. The morning delicious coffee, green chile quiche, and fresh baked bread was incredible. Bed was firm and comfortable and well as the sofa, I surprisingly fell asleep on. Cat was a joy to see roaming around, and housekeeper was kind. All in All, would I stay here again? Hell, yeah! Recommend eating at the Ranchos Plaza Grill or La Cueva Cafe, just not Guadalajara Grill.

    Great location and very helpful gentleman host. Never saw his partner, though she appears to…read morecurate the stuff they sell , ie. Dry tarragon , candles etc. The breakfasts were ample and good. The first and worst night we were the only visible guests. Sadly the dog, referred to in another post started barking around 8 pm. This is a neighboring animal and by 11:30 it became intolerable. The host moved us to another unit. That was most accommodating. The real issues, as others have noted, is the place needs major TLC. The room we were moved to desperately needed dusting. Sadly many B&B's do not wash their bedspreads--- like ever, and in this case only flat sheets (no fitted) with hard as rock pillows are available. This property will appeal to some but I'm hoping the gutted driveway, peeling paint etc get attention. The location is really lovely and better than being in town. The price point is very fair for what you get. Wishing the owners lots of luck and lots of business. It's not easy to run a place like this.

    The Historic Taos Inn - The Adobe Bar

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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.

    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.

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    We spent two nights at Casa Gallina in the Bantam Roost. I can't even begin to talk about how…read moreawesome our stay was. Richard had a letter attached to the wood frame entrance to our accommodations welcoming us to the property. He came right over to introduce himself, show us around the property, and even picked a few things from the garden for us to enjoy during our stay. We settled in and enjoyed the cheese, crackers, olives and snacks that he had on the table along with a bottle of wine that was delicious. The next morning, Richard was on our doorstep with warm pear and walnut scones that he made from the pear tree on the property. Our little cottage was perfect. Filled with local art work, bright colors and the textures of the Southwest. We had a lovely living room, dining area with a banquette, kitchen stocked with everything we needed. Upstairs was the bedroom and bathroom with a large deck off the bedroom and stunning views of the mountains surrounding Taos. Everything was spotlessly clean, warm, inviting and cozy. We relaxed, enjoyed and savored every moment we were here. I even used the little meditation hut next to the creek for my morning meditations. It was the most peaceful spot. In the refrigerator we found 6 fresh eggs that Richard had left from the chickens on the property. We thoroughly enjoyed them. Richard was friendly, kind, giving and the most gracious host and a wonderful innkeeper. If you ever find yourself traveling to Taos, you must stay.

    I can't say enough good things about this place. I've been coming here every year or two for…read morenearly 20 years and it's one of my favorite, most restful and perfect places I have found in all my travels.

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