Name: La Fonda on the Plaza
Address: Santa Fe, New Mexico, Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, US
Price range: $207–$508 per night
Rating: 9.2

What guests think

At La Fonda on the Plaza, travellers praise the unbeatable Plaza location and historic Southwestern character with art-filled spaces, noting convenient onsite dining, bars and shops, while feedback on staff skews positive but occasionally inconsistent.

Rooms range from charming renovated suites to small, dated units; some mention thin walls, loud AC or street noise, and maintenance issues, while others report quiet stays and comfortable beds. Cleanliness is often praised but a minority cite lapses such as stained carpets, hair in bathrooms, or a roach. Parking is convenient yet pricey and tight, the rooftop bar is popular and can involve waits, and the pool and gym are modest. Expect a character-rich, centrally located stay best for travelers prioritizing atmosphere and walkability.

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Facilities

Rooftop bar is a highlight but can involve waits or occasional closures. Pool and hot tub are small, the gym is limited, and on-site garage or valet parking is convenient yet tight and pricey; a few shops and a pastry cafe are attached.

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jocelyn

Oct 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location to explore Santa Fe. The lobby bar was perfect for a quick bite and the restaurant was beautiful. If you want to go to the bell tower bar for sunset, go early it fills up.

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Kelly

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean. Quick response from concierge. Convenient location! Friendly staff. Shower products are sulfate paraben free/clean products! A bit loud as our rooms were near some of the convention center rooms. Fitness center is small.

10

Rebecca

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is a historic and pretty hotel. The restaurant is great. There is a rooftop bar for good weather. I love the location.

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Sandra

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Expedia needs to make it plainer about the $30/day parking fee. Had we known, we would have not chosen this property. And La Fonda rents out parking spaces to non-guests. We left the parking deck to go out to Bandelier only to find no parking available when we returned. We circled the deck waiting for someone to leave. A space opened up, but unfortunately our car was damaged as we tried to squeeze beside a pole. We now have a $2000 bill to repair our car. The staff was not very sympathetic. There was nowhere nearby to park because of an event on the plaza, so we left a night early. The least that could be done is to refund the night we left early. A hotel with onsite parking should not rent out spaces to non-guests leaving the paying guests with nowhere to park.

10

Edmund

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This is an A+ classy property. Go back in time with the look, but everything is modern! The french pastry place on site was a bonus for breakfast!

10

Vaughn

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed one night at La Fonda during a recent visit to Santa Fe. I arrived late and was quickly checked in by the front desk staff. The king bed room was comfortable, a decent size but certainly not huge. I was impressed by the modern quality of the bathroom and all the appliances. The hotel swimming pool was a lovely temperature and I enjoyed soaking in the hot tub as well. This is a classic hotel right in the heart of downtown and is full of interesting rooms and spaces as well as a variety of bars and restaurants. Santa Fe has some great hotels and this is definitely one of them.

8

Thien

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All aspects were satisfactory. Unfortunately, we were unable to access the rooftop to enjoy the sunset, which was a key factor in our decision to stay there. The rooftop is currently undergoing renovations, despite no prior mention of this online.

8

Anna

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The real draw of this place is its location right by the plaza, the restaurants/bars on site, the historic architecture, and the art. The room was mostly clean and in good condition (some hair in the shower and a burnt out light bulb). I do wish they would do away with those throw pillows- we all know they don't get cleaned, and that guests toss them on the floor... then housekeeping puts them right against the pillows you put your face on. I did have a loud couple fighting in the room next to me the first night. I did call down and they said they'd send someone up to talk to them. However, I didn't hear that. I did hear the couple continue to argue loudly. The walls are thin. Other than that I enjoyed my stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. The pool is small but good for a quick dip. Didn't try the hot tub or the gym. The rooftop bar is nice/convenient but be prepared for a wait- you'll be given a little buzzer device. Get there early if you want to see the sunset. It's not a normal bar where you can just grab a stool. I'd stay here again but might upgrade to a suite.

8

Shaun

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking is extremely lacking and cramped-that’s like a 1 star, especially for $30/day Every thing else was 4-5 star

8

Shannon

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place, perfect location pool is lacking. It's adjacent to the parking garage. Everytime a car starts the pool area is flooded with exhaust.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms and common areas clean and well kept. Some report issues such as stained carpets, dust, hair in bathrooms, dirty windows, or—rarely—a roach.

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shelley

May 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are very tired. Lights were burn out in our room and drapes were broken,

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Al

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One of the reception folks was not friendly. Our room was disappointingly dirty. The floor had not been cleaned. It was obvious that that had been overlooked. There was hair and little bits of paper on the floor in the bathroom. The overhead light did not work in the sitting area. I would expect this at a less prestigious hotel, but not out at La Fonda.

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Julia

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful Deluxe King Room but was spoiled by dirty windows.

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Nicole

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was smooth and the front desk was very nice. The room appeared clean. The next morning we found a roach in our room. We told the front desk immediately and he really didn’t care. He did offer an apology or an explanation on what they would do to clean the room further. We checked out that day. There is a lot of homeless downtown. I used the public tested near the cafe and there was a homeless person washing up in there. She was friendly but it isn’t really something I would expect when staying at a hotel. We will not be staying there again.

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Sandra

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La Fonda at the plaza is more of a motel. I did not spend the night there. I ended up driving about 18 hours total yesterday because I had nowhere to sleep because I didn't want to sleep in a motel. It was dirty, it was loud, there wasn't even a full shower door so I couldn't have a hot shower. The towels were stained. There was a funky smell in the room. I was almost in tears. Paid almost $600 for a room that I could not sleep in because it was too shabby for me. The carpet was stained, there was dust all around the room, all of the furniture is old and not in a cute way. I ended up driving until almost 6:00 a.m. to get home to sleep in my own bed as opposed to staying there. I will never come back.

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Anna

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The real draw of this place is its location right by the plaza, the restaurants/bars on site, the historic architecture, and the art. The room was mostly clean and in good condition (some hair in the shower and a burnt out light bulb). I do wish they would do away with those throw pillows- we all know they don't get cleaned, and that guests toss them on the floor... then housekeeping puts them right against the pillows you put your face on. I did have a loud couple fighting in the room next to me the first night. I did call down and they said they'd send someone up to talk to them. However, I didn't hear that. I did hear the couple continue to argue loudly. The walls are thin. Other than that I enjoyed my stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. The pool is small but good for a quick dip. Didn't try the hot tub or the gym. The rooftop bar is nice/convenient but be prepared for a wait- you'll be given a little buzzer device. Get there early if you want to see the sunset. It's not a normal bar where you can just grab a stool. I'd stay here again but might upgrade to a suite.

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Deb

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We have stayed many times at La Fonda and usually were in the newer part. This time we were in room 272 in the older part, the room felt really dated and like it needed some updating in terms of the shower head (awful), the furnishings (nothing special), the carpet (stained). For the money, the rooms really need to be much more in line with the newer rooms there.

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Laura

Jan 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic La Fonda is located in the heart of downtown Santa Fe. Although a bit pricier than other hotels, the atmosphere is worth the extra cost. Rooms are very clean, modernized and comfortable. The "Southwest" feel is very appealing.

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Denise

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

So I want to give a full 5 stars because there was so many amazing things about the property, but there was a little that could be improved. First off you are not getting a better location on Santa Fe plaza..the parking was seamless, the hotel was really historic and decor was fantastic. It was super clean and our room was cleaned fast and we never had to ask for anything. The only thing that could use some love are the rooms themselves. I heard that part of the hotel was remodeled, but I was clearly on the side that wasn’t. Not typically a huge deal but the rug under the beds was so stained and old that I had to wear my flip flops every time I walked in the room. The bathroom definitely needs some attention and the biggest issue was the AC. It was struggling to work and so loud it woke me up all Through out the night. For the price and the grandness of the hotel I just wasn’t expecting things like that to be overlooked. Beautiful hotel and I would stay again, maybe I’ll just ask for the remodeled side next time.

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David

Feb 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really liked lobby and exhibits and shopping. The beehive fireplace was exceptional. Great location. Just some feedback-the room was kind of dirty (floor clearly not vacuumed, sunflower seeds on floor). Showerhead sprays all over the place needs cleaning. Sink stopped up easily. That said, we would certainly stay here again!

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Rooms

Room experiences vary widely: some suites and terrace rooms feel spacious, well appointed and quiet, while many standard rooms are small or dated. Expect occasional noise (thin walls, street or rooftop), fluctuating AC, mixed bed comfort, and varied views or long walks to rooms.

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Jacqueline

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was upgraded to a Terrace room and it was seriously one of the nicest hotel rooms I've ever stayed in (and I have a high bar). Everything was perfectly appointed. Original New Mexican art on the walls. Bespoke furniture and textiles. Glassware, toiletries, all very nicely done. Will definitely stay here again.

8

William

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ambiance of property nice with excellent restaurant but room was small with noisy street from traffic & deliveries.

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Stephanie

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I stayed for 5 nights and the room was mostly comfortable and somewhat quiet but the view was absolutely awful. I could see a small sliver of sky bit otherwise, just roof and wall. Why did I get the dungeon??? The staff was very pleasant and the hotel is quite nice, but for 5 days in “the hole”. Unfair!

6

Glenn

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location is wonderful. Quaint and historic. Room was quite small and a long walk from the lobby.

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Kara

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is nice and the location is convenient. The room was quite small and the bathroom very very small. Room for only one person at a time restaurant was good. The negative of this hotel is that it is very loud. We were woken up by employees talking loudly in the hallway. Seems like there is no insulation in the walls so you hear everything around you.

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Kate

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very small, dated room.

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Melinda

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location was good and the concierge - John - was great. Our room was #309. The beds were VERY SOFT and did not give us a restful sleep. We woke up sore and stiff. In the bathroom the maid missed toilet paper and body soap on 2 separate occasions. I am sad to mention this, but you can be better.

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Will

Jun 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel. Convenient location. Our room was spacious and clean. The bathroom was large and had a nice walk in shower. All this being said, the bed was extremely firm and we found it uncomfortable. We also felt the pillows on the bed were a bit small

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Denise

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

So I want to give a full 5 stars because there was so many amazing things about the property, but there was a little that could be improved. First off you are not getting a better location on Santa Fe plaza..the parking was seamless, the hotel was really historic and decor was fantastic. It was super clean and our room was cleaned fast and we never had to ask for anything. The only thing that could use some love are the rooms themselves. I heard that part of the hotel was remodeled, but I was clearly on the side that wasn’t. Not typically a huge deal but the rug under the beds was so stained and old that I had to wear my flip flops every time I walked in the room. The bathroom definitely needs some attention and the biggest issue was the AC. It was struggling to work and so loud it woke me up all Through out the night. For the price and the grandness of the hotel I just wasn’t expecting things like that to be overlooked. Beautiful hotel and I would stay again, maybe I’ll just ask for the remodeled side next time.

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Sara

Oct 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The only thing that kept me from 5 star was that my room was directly below the rooftop bar and it sounded like furniture being moved for hours. When I checked in they said something about a noisy bell but not that!

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Service

Many guests highlight welcoming, attentive service across front desk, concierge and valet, with standout help from managers and staff. Others report rude or unresponsive interactions, slow bar or restaurant service, and poor handling of issues, indicating inconsistency.

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Jill

Jun 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Only issue was when we went to the fifth floor bar- could not get anyone to serve us and ended up walking over to the bar tender to order and to pay. Multiple servers and even a manager walked by us multiple times while we held our menus trying to get help.

10

Frances

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Our stay was great. Customer service was wonderful and accommodating.

10

Elsa

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very attentive with the exception of waitstaff in the lounge area. Dining room staff was amazing! Workout room was nice.

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robert

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We were very disappointed to be first placed in an experimental room recently remodeled next to the service entrance on the ground floor. It was cramped and very noisy. We asked to be moved but because we booked with a third party vendor ie Expedia, the receptionist said we could not be moved. The next morning we spoke to the desk manager, Wenona, and she immediately and graciously upgraded us to the new Terrace Inn wing. This area was extraordinary and we felt incredibly appreciated as La Fonda customers despite the confusion created by being Expedia clients. We are eternally grateful for this experience with La Fonda, which happened to be my birthday celebration. Thank you La Fonda for this classic experience of Santa Fe hospitality. We loved it and will be back. The management staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful stay with them. Its reassuring that despite being Expedia customers are still appreciated. EXPEDIA needs to pay attention to this market trend and ensure its customers are treated as well as we were in this exceptional instance.

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Ray

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was over-the-top, friendly, courteous, and professional. They treated us as if we were the only guests to ever be at their hotel. This is a place I’ve visited many times but I’ve never stayed at. I am so glad I made the decision to stay. Absolutely perfect.

10

Cherie

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved this property - staff was well trained and kind. The restaurant and room service food was superb. The entire hotel was beautifully decorated, homey and clean. The hotel has obviously paid great attention to everything a guest might need. Highly recommend.

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HASSIE

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From start to finish the staff were terrible! At checkin I asked about all of the stores and places on site (this place is huge) and wondered if there was a map or information about what was on site. I was given a disgusted look and provided nothing. The room was loud and we did not sleep well. At checkout I asked about paying cash for the parking fee (the rest of my room was paid) and it turned into the end of the world to meet this request. As I was looking for exact change (because they couldn't accommodate) my husband said the front desk woman was glaring at me and rolling her eyes. The only reason this gets 2 stars is because it was in a good location where we could walk to the historic sites and restaurants - otherwise I do NOT recommend.

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Sarah

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay and experience at La Fonda, was nothing but bad. For starters, the staff is very rude, snobby, and not friendly at all. When we first arrived, the valet guy was very disrespectful, the servers in the restaurant were very rude and the office staff, were very rude and cold as well. What we paid and how we got treated was very poor! We considered staying somewhere else due to the service, staff and the coldness the welcoming and the stay was. I will never stay at La Fonda again. For the price that was paid, I will take my business somewhere else. I also would not recommend La Fonda to friends or family. Very snobby and very unwelcoming!

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Javier

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had an incident during checking in. As I was walking to the front desk I step on the rouge, the rouge slipted and I felt on the hard floor. I twisted my anckle and hitted my knee. The person in the front desk didn't seem to notice. When i told her what happened she was apologetic and offered an ice bag. I just went to my room and had pain all night. No one from the hotel checked again with me, nor they seem to do anything about the lose rouge. I think it's a safety hazard, I would expect better from a hotel like this.

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Catherine

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I especially liked my personal cellphone based concierge who helped me with everything including the address of the best gourmet grocery store where I could buy locally sourced goods to take home! Ivy was the BEST!

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Location

Unbeatable central location on the Plaza with easy walking access to shops, restaurants, museums, and sights. Some mention occasional street or area noise, but most value the convenience.

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Thomas

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff. Walkable to all tourist attractions.

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Celestino

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient for walking around the shops downtown and plaza

10

Paula

Apr 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this property could not be better! It is right downtown!

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Cheryle

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Walkable

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Alexis

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Location is Awesome!

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Celestino

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great downtown location.

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Pauline

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel, well situated.

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linda

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It was on the plaza

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Alison

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Location, location, location! The hotel is located on the Plaza and is walkable to many of the tourist spots, as well as lots of restaurants and shopping. There are also several dining options and shops right on the property. The rooms are a bit on the cozy side but nicely appointed. We were happy we chose La Fonda!

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John

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel with lovely, comfortable accommodations. Great location to shopping and restaurants.

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Dining

On-site dining draws praise for quality and ambiance (La Plazuela, lobby bar, margaritas, pastry shop), but guests note limited late-night options, the need for reservations, occasional slow service, and mixed breakfast or dinner experiences.

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Jill

Jun 7, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Only issue was when we went to the fifth floor bar- could not get anyone to serve us and ended up walking over to the bar tender to order and to pay. Multiple servers and even a manager walked by us multiple times while we held our menus trying to get help.

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Michael

Feb 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It was difficult to get into the restaurant. It seems to me that if you are staying at the hotel, you should be able to get into the restaurant.

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Stephanie

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely property! Great staff and service. Dining and bar options close early, as is the custom all over Santa Fe, but for visitors used to staying up a bit later, it would have been nice to have the option of a getting a drink at the bar until 11 or so.

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Rebecca

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is a historic and pretty hotel. The restaurant is great. There is a rooftop bar for good weather. I love the location.

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Denise

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was loud. Air conditioner/heat and refrigerator was so loud I had trouble sleeping. I turned off air and that helped somewhat. The restaurant had no vegan options so we ate elsewhere.

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Cherie

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved this property - staff was well trained and kind. The restaurant and room service food was superb. The entire hotel was beautifully decorated, homey and clean. The hotel has obviously paid great attention to everything a guest might need. Highly recommend.

10

Marjorie

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A World Class Hotel! Everything was so great! I had breakfast there in the restaurant and food and service were amazing!

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Pablo

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a beautiful hotel!!! Our dining experience at La Plazuela was absolutely amazing. The food was top notch. I couldn’t rate this place with stars, but with galaxies. Thank you so much.

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LORRAINE

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was lovely in a great location, central to Old Santa Fe. But the rooms were very small. And while breakfasts were fine, dinner at their lovely hotel restaurant was not good.

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Gwendolyn

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It was a beautiful, clean historic property. The dining options were numerous and all delicious 😋. Would highly recommend this property

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Month	Average price
January	$188
February	$230
March	$247
April	$278
May	$305
June	$301
July	$328
August	$390
September	$361
October	$364
November	$248
December	$257

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $312	16 $349	17 $508	18	19 $447
20 $290	21 $416	22 $449	23 $351	24	25 $474	26 $485
27 $306	28	29 $315	30 $327

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2 $398	3 $373
4 $476	5	6 $457	7 $442	8 $458	9 $457	10 $484
11 $345	12 $425	13 $307	14	15 $465	16 $357	17
18 $291	19 $433	20	21	22 $260	23	24
25 $338	26	27 $397	28 $377	29 $302	30	31 $207

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace (Wood Burning Fireplace)

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace (Wood Burning Fireplace)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Wood Burning Fireplace)

Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace (Wood Burning Fireplace)

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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