Name: Hotel La Fonda Taos
Address: 108 South Plaza, Downtown Taos, Taos, New Mexico, United States of America, Taos, Taos County, US
Price range: US$120–US$300 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

Hotel La Fonda de Taos is a historic, character-filled stay right on the Plaza, praised for its unbeatable walkable location, welcoming staff, and inviting common areas that make relaxing between outings easy.

Rooms often show local character, but many are small, include awkward steps, and can be noisy due to thin walls or the lively plaza. Air conditioning and heating can struggle, with occasional leaks, worn furnishings, and patchy Wi-Fi reported. Parking is convenient behind the hotel but carries an $8-$10 daily fee on a gravel lot, and on-site dining is inconsistent, though the lobby coffee shop is well liked. Expect a charming, central stay best for travelers who value history over modern polish.

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Facilities

Historic property with pleasant lounges/game room and a popular lobby coffee shop; on-site restaurant/bar hours vary. Parking is behind the hotel for an $8-$10 fee, with many stairs and uneven floors, and limited elevator access to some areas.

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Kevin

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La Fonda is the anchor for the plaza. There’s food and shopping literally outside the door. Unfortunately, they’re rebuilding the pergola in the plaza right now. So it’s noisy and unsightly. Has to be done, I guess. Parking is $10 a day. The room was adequate and somewhat modern. Access to filtered water sure would be nice. There’s a coffee maker in the room. Supply your own water. The guy at the front desk may have been new. He had some difficulties. The front desk man at night was more helpful.

10

Vanessa

15 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a cool old hotel! Rooms were comfy, clean and just right. The coffee shop downstairs was very handy and i would so recommend this awesome inn.

10

Liza

13 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was really amazing! We loved everything about it, but especially the public fireplace/game room on the 2nd floor. They had all sorts of games and comfy seating options to make yourself cozy. Thank you for a great stay!

8

Larry

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It's on Taos Plaza. You can't beat the location. The parking fee ($10 per day) seems unnecessary. Numerous dining options within walking distance. Don't overlook the margaritas at The Gorge or the craft beers at Taos Mesa Brewing. Easy access to the ski valley. Our handicapped room still had five steps, which could be a problem for wheelchair customers. OK for crutches, though. It was not our first stay there, so we knew breakfast meant leaving the property, but a restaurant in the lobby should be open soon. By all measures, it should be awesome, but it remains to be seen if breakfast will be a free option. Our only real complaint needing to use a plug-in radiator for heat, since the historic building does not have central AC or heat. This is minor inconvenience given the other advantages of a historic structure on the plaza, though.

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Laurie

28 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful community. Lots of stairs and steps that we did not know. No elevator to the third floor. No amenities in the evening such as a small country store. Also the hot and cold knobs on tub were turned around.

10

Michele

26 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Loved the living room type area on the second floor.

8

Henry

1 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

La Fonda hotel is in middle of town of course it’s noisy and it’s an old hotel so they don’t have jacuzzi and swimming pool. But that’s okay for single nights rest.

10

Sarah

5 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is lovely, right on the plaza, and the rooms are quaint and have nice character. There is no restaurant or bar onsite. They have one, but it seems to be permanently closed.

10

Beverly

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upstairs lobby was very nice. Restaurant inside was outstanding.

6

Lorelei

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was just for one night after staying several nights in Santa Fe. Hotel is very old, yet quaint. We chose because it is in the plaza. The parking lot at the back of the hotel is gravel — so very hard to roll your suitcase. Also, elevator in back of hotel, our room was six additional steps down and again with our suitcase it was difficult. Room was very small and rustic (outdated), but to be expected for the age of the hotel. The room was clean. The public gathering area was very nice.

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Cleanliness

Reviews split between very clean rooms and noticeable issues like hair in bathrooms, musty odors, water damage, mold, and worn or dusty areas. Overall housekeeping and maintenance standards feel inconsistent.

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Michael

24 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room itself was in poor shape (exposed wall patches), and the cleanliness was subpar (hair in the bathroom, dirty sock from previous renter along the bed). I don't ever plan on going back to this hotel during another visit to Taos.

4

YONATAN

27 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioning was loud, did not cool the room. Water damage, mold and pealing plaster on the walls.

4

Pamela

5 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately the hotel is very run down. Our door upon arrival wasn’t even shut or locked when we went to use our card the 1st time. Someone had used the restroom and didn’t flush ( a man because seat was up), we thought they sent us to a maintenance room or something because there were several spots on the wall that looked like they had repaired and was waiting for the paint. Twin headboards that were spread apart for a king mattress. We couldn’t believe how shoddy everything was done. Dirty Kleenex up on the shelf. We questioned it all to the front desk and they said oh it was ready and had been inspected… no zippered mattress cover on the mattress. Ughh! Not a please experience sadly. The public restroom in the lobby was filthy. People were kind though and it is in a great location. Just needs more quality control.

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Matthew

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was disgusting, the ceiling had water damage, the air conditioning was broken and leaking, and there were dirty rags in the closet, a broken ironing board, and hair in the shower. I did not want to take my shoes off in this room, nor did I want to sleep in the bed. I asked the front desk attendant if we could change rooms, and he said they were sold out, which was strange because I only saw 2 or 3 other people in the hotel. Being a hotel manager myself, I tried to be as kind and understanding as possible and recommended that they not rent that room out again. The response from the gentleman at the front desk was, "Oh well, looks like you prepaid for it." The room was disgusting, and the operators should be ashamed that they rented a room like the one they did

6

RK

11 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The historic building is wonderful, but there is a lot of deferred maintenance--deterioted paint, tile grout issues etc, as well as cleaning issues (mold on bathroom ceiling, dust bunnies hanging from ceiling fans)

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ALLEN J

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were multiple dark black hair strands on the shower wall and some on the batbroom floor. Apparently the room was not very well cleaned. Also a hair on the bed sheets.

10

Jeremy

28 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was a great location within walking distance to many dining options and stores for shopping. The room was was on the small side but it was clean and the bed was comfortable. There was a loft area to hang out with couches and tables and chairs. The staff was friendly as well.

10

Linn

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This historic hotel was a pleasure to visit. Our room was well maintained, clean, and very comfortable. The staff were helpful, friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay there again for it’s lovely Taos hospitality.

10

Chris

12 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

So quiet - we got a great night sleep. The room was clean and well appointed. Great location in the plaza.

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Dave

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very quaint! Loved the ambience! Service was great and room was clean and functional.

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Rooms

Rooms have Southwestern character and some offer fireplaces or suites, but many are small with awkward steps. Noise from thin walls or the plaza, underpowered AC/heat, dated furnishings, and spotty Wi-Fi are recurring concerns.

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Joseph or Vickie

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was pleasant. The lobby was spacious with local art and a coffee shop. The room was large with an adjacent sitting area complete with sofa, bar and kiva gas fireplace. Great central location, we walked to a fabulous Italian restaurant for dinner, though the in-hotel restaurant looked/smelled great, and had a guitarist. Parking was in a private lot. We will be back!

8

William

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great old hotel in a wonderful location. The restaurant is expensive but there are lots of good options around. Our room was spacious, and interesting, but the air conditioner was inadequate and the WiFi was poor in the room. We found a lovely balcony inside the hotel where our laptops and phones worked better. Since it's so old and crazy, there are some maintenance issues like stains on the ceiling and windows that don't open right; but overall we found it very charming and we would go back again.

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John

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Older property, a bit shabby but on brand for Taos. There is noise from the plaza and the wall are thin but overall a great experience.

8

Ben

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is right on the square, which is very nice for shopping and relaxing. The front desk person, mary, was extraordinary, and very accommodating and friendly. As far as the room, we were very disappointed in the size. Our room (410) was super tiny! There wasn't enough room to even open our suitcase! However, it was very close to the elevator, which took you to the first floor close to the back door where there is a wonderful patio that is lit up at night. And the parking is just steps away from the patio. Other than the room size, or stay was very nice, and the people were very friendly.

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Kjohl

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The photos were genius compared to the cramped room. Even the placement of the furniture worked against functionality let alone comfort. Most disturbing was the step up into the bathroom. we left the light on all night lest we miss it and wind up face down on the tile. At least highlight it so it is visible. Also the toilet seat was broken. The mattress was like cardboard. A sad place relying on history...

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Jennifer

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel, very well appointed and maintained considering its age. Staff were wonderful, went above and beyond. We got upgraded for free to the highest room. The hotel itself was fine, however being on the plaza, the noise was horrific every night. We like to sleep w/ the windows open, but the noise from random people in the square playing music, singing off-key, loud cars cruising at night, semi trailers delivering things at all hours of the night. We couldn't wait to leave so we could get a good night of sleep. We won't be back to stay at the Plaza, but will return to Taos. It's unfortunate police can't get involved to make it an enjoyable experience.

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Lorelei

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was just for one night after staying several nights in Santa Fe. Hotel is very old, yet quaint. We chose because it is in the plaza. The parking lot at the back of the hotel is gravel — so very hard to roll your suitcase. Also, elevator in back of hotel, our room was six additional steps down and again with our suitcase it was difficult. Room was very small and rustic (outdated), but to be expected for the age of the hotel. The room was clean. The public gathering area was very nice.

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Ross

13 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Why did none of the other reviewers mention the terribly slow (1990s quality) WiFi Internet? This is a deal-breaker for me. It's 2023. Would you consider it acceptable if the electricity were flaky and unreliable?

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Dawn

20 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioner struggled to keep the room cool at night.

8

Greg

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Funky old structure with a ton of charm in a great area. The surround can be a little noisy at night, but it didn’t bother me. $10 a day hotel parking charge in the underutilized gravel lot out back is a bit irritating. The rooms got pretty warm during the heat of the day and the anemic air conditioning was nowhere near up to the task of providing adequate cooling. Still, I would stay there again.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including early check-ins and good local tips. A minority report poor problem-solving or unfriendly interactions at the front desk.

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Jan

23 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Counter attendant combative unprofessional customer unfriendly arrogant. People with dog was admitted and when I complained was told it is against the law to ask people about their service dogs. This was no service dog. They are taught not to bark. Eveidently their money was better than ours. Taos has gone to the dogs. Open high voltage electrical vaults doors. Unkept grounds. Only bright spot were the maids who were polite and efficient.

10

Andrea

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing customer service! We absolutely loved our stay. The location is perfect and the hotel has a great little bar/restaurant. We will absolutely stay again in the future!

10

Michael

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The entire staff was so friendly and helpful. The artwork in the room and common areas was museum quality. Being on the Plaza meant a short walk to any restaurant, cafe or gallery. Our room was super clean and the coffee shop in the lobby was excellent.

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jaime p

22 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel overbooked and bumped us at the last minute for the planty and Keauss concert. We had to scramble to find a room the night before the show. That Sucked!

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Beth

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The gentleman at the front desk was incredibly accommodating. We got in super early and just decided to check and see if we could check in. Our room was still being cleaned but he took the time to go upstairs and see how much longer it would be and then had us fill out the paperwork and get the keys early. After a long day of driving it was greatly appreciated!!

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Kevin

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La Fonda is the anchor for the plaza. There’s food and shopping literally outside the door. Unfortunately, they’re rebuilding the pergola in the plaza right now. So it’s noisy and unsightly. Has to be done, I guess. Parking is $10 a day. The room was adequate and somewhat modern. Access to filtered water sure would be nice. There’s a coffee maker in the room. Supply your own water. The guy at the front desk may have been new. He had some difficulties. The front desk man at night was more helpful.

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Javier

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The mattresses are terrible. The noise level is very high. There was a party next-door . The front desk person named Omar was really condescending. He didn’t do anything to try to help the situation situation. There were cops all over this place shining lights and they have a parking fee of $10 which is not disclosed in the booking

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Dwight

2 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Average. Front desk personnel not helpful or friendly. Would not stay here again.

10

George

19 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The beautiful artwork. The friendliness of staff. Front desk guy Elijah was terrific. Pleasant conversation with the owner Sheldon was also great. Taos is great. We’ll be back and we’ll stay at Hotel La Fonda. gvc

10

Paul

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice historic hotel with great staff

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Location

Right on Taos Plaza with easy walking to restaurants, shops, and sights. Some guests note nighttime noise and occasional construction around the square.

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Thomas

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We spent 3 nights at Hotel La Fonda during a snow storm. We had a lovely cozy room overlooking the plaza to watch the snow come and go. We could shop and eat on the plaza, or in their cute coffee shop. The common sitting areas were great too.

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Karen

18 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely older property located on the plaza. Easy access to shopping, and several places to eat. Walking distance to museums as well. Loved staying here. I wish I could have stayed longer.

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Karen

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely historic property in the heart of Taos, walkable to most of the town.

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Larry

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It's on Taos Plaza. You can't beat the location. The parking fee ($10 per day) seems unnecessary. Numerous dining options within walking distance. Don't overlook the margaritas at The Gorge or the craft beers at Taos Mesa Brewing. Easy access to the ski valley. Our handicapped room still had five steps, which could be a problem for wheelchair customers. OK for crutches, though. It was not our first stay there, so we knew breakfast meant leaving the property, but a restaurant in the lobby should be open soon. By all measures, it should be awesome, but it remains to be seen if breakfast will be a free option. Our only real complaint needing to use a plug-in radiator for heat, since the historic building does not have central AC or heat. This is minor inconvenience given the other advantages of a historic structure on the plaza, though.

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Andrew

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and atmosphere

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Ramona

1 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Unbeatable location but plaza under tons of construction.

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Edwin

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice historic hotel very convenient to the city center.

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Ted G

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel in the middle of the Taos main plaza. There are plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance of the hotel/plaza. Hotel parking is behind the hotel, at a cost of $10 per night. Rooms are not your typical hotel style rooms. They have a rustic character to them that is different from the conventional hotels most people use. Note: When I stayed there in August 2025, there was remodeling being done on the plaza itself, so part of it looks like a construction site. However all the shops and restaurants were open.

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Tom

26 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An older property, but location, location, location. On the plaza, close to restaurants, shops, historical sites.

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Kathleen

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No breakfast. Enjoyed our stay, especially the location on the Plaza.

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Dining

On-site dining is inconsistent: several stays had no breakfast or closed/limited restaurant hours, while others enjoyed a good restaurant/bar when open. The lobby coffee shop earns repeated praise.

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Teresa

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful historic building. Plumbing was a problem. No breakfast at hotel was served on Saturday and Sunday.!! So it didn’t leave a feel of being pampered for a weekend getaway!

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Tracy

15 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Historic 1820s hotel with modern amenities on plaza. Great breakfast lunch restaurant.

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Paula

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of character and history in this hotel. We enjoyed using the common areas during our stay and had a great breakfast in the dining room the following morning. The hotel is right on the plaza and everything you want is a short walk from there.

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Kim

30 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The location is perfect for walking access to a variety of restaurants and shops. For the age of the hotel, it has been well kept. The front desk staff were welcoming and extremely informative. Our room was clean, comfortable with all amenities needed for travelers, microwave, refrigerator, sitting area. The only disappoints were the hotel parking lot is an extra $10 however located just behind the hotel and the restaurant is only open Sat & Sun.

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MJ

10 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I really enjoyed myself and the restaurant/bar was delightful

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Stephanie

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We’re coming back 💯 I love the room, the vibes, the aesthetic, the convenience of the hotel being in the center of town and we can walk to the galleries and shops. The restaurant is awesome too has gf and vegan choices which is nice 👍

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Sarah

5 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is lovely, right on the plaza, and the rooms are quaint and have nice character. There is no restaurant or bar onsite. They have one, but it seems to be permanently closed.

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Beverly

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Upstairs lobby was very nice. Restaurant inside was outstanding.

6

Bruce

22 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, but a dated hotel and no breakfast.

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Adrienne

27 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is an historic place, right in the old square and for that it's nice but there was no breakfast included and the restaurant was not open when we were there. The local restaurants closed at 8 so we had to scramble to find dinner. The room was tiny with a wood floor. Seems they didn't subscribe to any TV channels so there wasnt much to do in the evening.

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Month	Average price
January	US$114
February	US$103
March	US$106
April	US$111
May	US$126
June	US$134
July	US$142
August	US$132
September	US$195
October	US$165
November	US$120
December	US$130

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $121	2 $173	3 $147
4 $271	5	6 $120	7 $121	8 $121	9 $148	10 $148
11 $120	12 $121	13 $121	14 $121	15 $120	16 $187	17 $188
18 $138	19 $153	20 $153	21 $134	22 $138	23 $187	24 $188
25 $137	26 $145	27 $137	28 $137	29 $153	30 $188	31 $187

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $126	17 $122	18 $148	19 $300
20 $125	21 $120	22 $121	23 $144	24	25	26
27 $120	28 $121	29	30 $272

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Deluxe Penthouse, 1 Bedroom

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