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Historic Hotels & Bed and
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- Bear Mountain Lodge - Originally built as the Rocky Mountain Ranch
School in 1928, Bear Mountain Lodge boasts a long and colorful
history. In the 1930s, the lodge was as an exclusive country
club and hotel featuring tennis courts, a swimming pool and a
golf course. 2251 Cottage San Road, Silver City NM 88061 (505)
538-2538
or (877) 620-2327
- Bishop's
Lodge - In August
of 1851, a Frenchman, Jean Baptiste Lamy, arrived in the New
Mexico Territory as the first Bishop of Santa Fe. He built a
private retreat; his chapel still stands today, now on the national
register of historic places and a popular wedding venue. Lamy's
hospitality was famous, and an invitation to visit his country
estate was an honor much sought after. The lodge has gone through
several prominent owners and has hosted business meetings since
1922, when the Hoover Commission negotiated the Colorado River
Compact here. Today, various luxury packages are available in
this lovely, historic retreat and spa. Visit the Web site for
more information. Bishop's Lodge Road Santa Fe, NM (505) 983-6377
or (800) 419-0492
- Black Range Lodge -
Nestled in the foothills of the Gila National Forest, the Black
Range Lodge provides easy access to its 3 million acres of wild,
natural beauty. Built from the ruins of Pretty Sam's Casino and
the Monarch Saloon, the original construction of multi-layered
bricks dates back to the 1880s, when the lodge housed miners
and cavalry. A unique place for family reunions, or as a quiet
getaway. Visit their Web site or call for reservations and more
information. Kingston, NM (505) 895-5652
- Carriage House Cottage - The
Carriage House Cottage is nestled behind the Abraham House, one
of Silver City’s premier historic homes, owned by the James
Reynolds family. The Carriage House was built around 1917 and
was, indeed, originally a carriage house with attached servants’
quarters. The Carriage House was remodeled in 2000 as a retirement
cottage and is furnished with many family antiques and memorabilia.
Some elements of the original carriage house are still in evidence,
both in the interior and on the exterior of the Cottage. Located
at
603 Black St., Silver City NM 88061 (505) 388-9680
- Casitas de Gila Guesthouses and Art Gallery - A place to reconnect with nature.
Offering a fully-stocked kitchen, hot tub under the stars, comfortable
furnishings and rugs, a flowing creek, birds, horses, and strategically
placed hammocks. But most of all, quiet! A cluster of five cozy
Southwestern adobe-style guesthouses, four miles outside of the
tiny community of Gila (HEE-la) in southwestern New Mexico. Nestled
among juniper and piñon pines, on an ancient river terrace
overlooking Bear Creek, our Casitas occupy lands that were once
favorite hunting grounds of Apaches only 120 years ago. Join
us. Located in Gila, NM (505) 535-4455 or Toll Free: (877)
923-4827
- Eklund Hotel, Dining Room and Saloon - A landmark hotel for travelers of
the southwest since the 1890s, built 1892-1902. Features modern
conveniences amongst the historic era furnishings. Elegant dining
room and saloon. Visit the Web site for historical information,
room rates, food menus, reservations and area attractions.
15 Main Street, Clayton, NM (505) 355-8631
- Fite Ranch B&B - Furnished
in antique western and a touch of southwestern flair, each quarter
offers a private bath, personal living area, large bedroom, and
cozy kitchen. Started in the 1930’s, the Fite’s established
the Fite Ranch after the Taylor Grazing Act of 1934, which ended
“open range” country for anyone to graze livestock
like sheep and cattle. Experience down-home hospitality and the
Western charm of a working cattle ranch. Visit the Web site at
www.fiteranchbedandbreakfast.com
to learn more about the history of the ranch, see pictures of
the rooms, pricing and things to do in the area. San Antonio,
NM (505) 838-0958
- Heritage Inn
- A warm and peaceful atmosphere is conveyed through the elegant
rooms of the Heritage Inn, with high ceilings and exquisite furnishings.
The Heritage Inn is located in southeast New Mexico in the heart
of the Artesia business district. Situated on the second floor
of a 1905 Artesia commercial building, it was completely remodeled
in 1993 to become Artesia’s first Bed and Breakfast. Lodging
here reminds one of the typical old west inns of the early 1900s.
Visit the Web site for more information. 209 West Main Street,
Artesia, NM (866) 207-0222 or (505) 748-2552
- Hilton of Santa Fe - The ancient and the modern co-exist
at the Hilton of Santa Fe, with its exclusive casitas, spacious
rooms, first class service and award-winning cuisine. Built on
the historic homestead of one of Santa Fe's most prominent early
families, this property features architectural elements and artifacts
from the 300-year-old Ortiz estate. 100 Sandoval Street, Santa
Fe, (800) 336-3676 or (505) 988-2811
- Hotel St. Francis -
Built in 1880, and given landmark status by National Trust as
a historic hotel, the St. Francis Hotel offers luxury accommodations
and services in old-world elegance. Learn more at their Web site.
210 Gasper Ave., Santa Fe, NM (505) 983-5700
- La Fonda
- An authentic Santa Fe heirloom, the La Fonda hotel was one
of the first business in Santa Fe. Acquired by the Atchison,
Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad, and leased to Fred Harvey, the
hotel was a Harvey House, a renowned chain of fine hotels, from
1926-1968. Experience the pueblo-style Spanish architecture and
décor of New Mexico. On the historic Santa Fe Plaza, 100
E. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM (505) 982-5511 or 800-523-5002
- LaPosada - In 1882, a prosperous merchant named Abraham
Staab built his three-story brick mansion, in the French Second
Empire-style. Abraham and his wife, Julia, entertained Santa
Fe society in the grand residence decorated with the finest European
materials. Legend has it that Mrs. Staab loved her home so much
that she has never left it. In recent years, her alleged spirit
has been the subject of many ghost tours, an episode of Unsolved
Mysteries, and Weird Travels. The Staab House stands today in
the form of a bar where guests of La Posada enjoy cocktails and
light Southwestern fare. Some have even reported meeting the
grand lady. After an extensive renovation in the late 1990s that
included the construction of additional lodging, Avanyu Spa,
and the Conference Center, La Posada opened as a member of RockResorts.
Through its transformation into the full-service resort that
it is today, La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa has retained
its traditional Southwestern charm and intimate ambience. 330
East Palace Ave., Santa Fe, NM (866) 331- ROCK or (505) 986-0000
- Plaza Hotel
- Built in 1882, the
historic Plaza Hotel has been dubbed the "Belle of the Southwest"
for its 19th century Victorian atmosphere in the historic town
of Las Vegas, the original Las Vegas. Today, the Plaza hotel
provides all the 21st century amenities you would expect in a
1st class establishment along with historical elegance. It also
is registered on the National Register of Historic Places along
with 900 other buildings in the town. lodging@plazahotel-nm.com,
230 Plaza, Las Vegas, NM (800) 328-1882
- Radium Hot Springs Inn - In the 1920s, the historic Radium Hot Springs
Inn was built with bathhouses connected to the wells. It attracted
many people who felt the water was beneficial for arthritis,
nerve problems and many other diseases. It flourished in that
capacity for almost 50 years, then served as a women's prison,
an art center and later a private residence. Today, due to restoration
efforts by owners Jeff Goacher and David Steen, it is a beautiful,
peaceful, bed and breakfast with fabulous tubs at 112 degree,
the water coming straight out of the well. For a virtual tour
of the facilities and other information, visit the resort Web
site at www.radiumhotspringsinn.com
Call for reservations and directions. Radium Springs, NM (505)
647-1760
- St. James Hotel
- Henri Lambert, personal
chef to President Abraham Lincoln, established the saloon in
1872; by 1880 it had evolved into the St. James Hotel. For those
inclined to the paranormal, the hotel has a long history, even
right up to the present, of reported ghosts and supernatural
happenings. In spite of an occasional friendly visitation, the
list grows longer every day of happy, relaxed and rested folks
who will testify to the charm and hospitality of this way station
in the Rockies. Cimmaron, NM (505) 376-2664 or (866) 472-5019
- Sueños Encantados B&B - Enjoy
the quiet and take a tour of the area which includes: the original
San Pablo Military Fort; the homestead of the Cebada family,
dating back to the early 1800s; and spectacular scenery. If you’re
quiet enough you might be able to hear an elk bugle! Located
between La Ventana and Cuba, NM (505) 289-3327
- Taos Inn
- The Historic Taos Inn,
made up of several adobe houses dated from the 1800's, is the
hub of Taos' social, intellectual and artistic activity. In 1982,
the Inn was placed on the National and State Registers of Historic
Places. Acclaimed by National Geographic Traveler as "One
of America's Great Inns." taosinn@newmex.com
125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 888-518-8267 or 505-758-2233
- Taveres Inn
- The Tavares Inn is
located on five acres in a rural area just a few miles south
of the 18 hole Alamogordo public golf course. More than 7000
square feet are inclued in this lovely Spanish colonial style
inn, reflecting the Spanish and Indian heritage of the area.
Many wonderful indemnities. Visit the Web site for pictures and
more information. 153 San Pedro Drive, Alamogordo, NM (505)
437-8779
- The Lodge at Cloudcroft - The Lodge provides an historical hotel setting
that is "charmed" with the ghost of Rebecca. Originally
built in 1899, a fire consumed the building in 1908. The Lodge,
as it is today, was built by 1911. Located in the mountain town
of Cloudcroft, The Lodge is committed to first-class service
in its 61 Victorian style rooms, elegant dining, golf and resort
facilities. Cloudcroft, NM (800) 395-6343
- Val Verde Hotel - Built in 1915, the Val Verde is currently
(2005-2006) going through some major renovation to bring back
the elegance originally designed by noted architect Henry Trost.
Located between the Santa Fe Railroad Depot and the historic
Socorro Plaza, the hotel was once very popular with traveling
salesmen and visitors to town. According to many, it even has
a few ghosts! If you are in Socorro, you can view the place from
the beautiful courtyard, and if the new owner is there, you may
be able to see how the renovation is going. There is no renovation
completion date as of this printing. There are a lot of Web sites
about the hotel, especially about ghost (or orb) sightings. Do
a search, have some fun, plan a visit to Socorro,
NM
- Wilderness
Lodge and Hot Springs
- Originally a school
house in Hurley, this 100-year-old lodge is a rustic bed and
breakfast with a two-bedroom suite and private bath, five bedrooms
with a shared bath, and two large rooms suitable for meetings
and workshops. Bordered on two sides by mountain ranges and beautiful
wilderness, hot springs and wildlife, this is a great place to
take a quiet vacation with outdoor activities including a soak
in the natural hot springs. Visit the Web site for rates, directions
and more information. Near Lake Roberts and the Gila Cliff
Dwellings. (505) 536-9749
- More to come!
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