We stayed for 4 nights just recently for a quick getaway and to play in the snow and eat delicious New Mexican food. The host and hostess were probably the most attentive and gracious hosts of any hotel we have stayed at in Santa Fe (or anywhere). She brought us to our room once we checked in, offered us tea, and even brought us a cable to the internet (the authentic adobe walls are too thick for wireless). She asked us if everything was comfortable and ok before she left us to our room. They were the kind of hosts that are low-key and let you have privacy, but are always there if you have any problems, want to chat, or need a recommendation.
Every night there was wood and a fast lighting log waiting for us in the fireplace. Just strike a match and you have a crackling fire. The room (Santa Clara) was really cute with wood floors and bookshelves and wooden beamed ceilings. So, the room felt natural, reflecting the local culture, and "non-corporate". (The host said that this was a compound for a judge about a hundred or more years ago and then converted into little apartments in the 1930s. ) There is alot of storage space for suitcases and coats and shoes.
The location is great. A short walk to the square to shop and go to restaurants. We even took a very short walk (10 mins) to the Farmer's Market at the railyard which was great b/c parking can be hard to find if you are driving.
What makes this hotel unique could be a plus or minus depending on what you are looking for. The bathrooms and halls are somewhat tiny and the floors have a little creak to them because it is an old building. In the middle of winter it is a tad drafty (for a Texan like myself)... but once you get the fire going it is nice and toasty. There is also a space heater available, that we didnt end up using, to add an extra bit of warmth if you are used to warmer climates.
However, many of these things (creaky floors, small bathrooms, etc) is what makes it really special and unique. We stayed in a vacation rental home in Santa Fe before and it had the same feel as this hotel..... a historic authentic adobe where you can imagine what it felt like to live in Santa Fe several decades ago (well, except for the cable tv. haha). You cannot get that feeling in just a regular hotel. Sitting in the little casita with the fire roaring and the snow falling outside the thick adobe walls was so cozy and romantic.
I also appreciate that everything is included in the price of the room: parking, fire, breakfast, afternoon tea.
Breakfast has been covered in the other reviews..... a basic light breakfast with plenty of selection.
It is apparent these hosts put a lot of time and love into this little inn and will do whatever it takes to accommodate your stay. Stay here! In this price range, it is hard to beat!
