La Fonda on the Plaza

Hotels
8.9 (978 reviews)
100 East San Francisco Street , Santa Fe , us
+1 (505) 982-5511

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location (on Santa Fe Plaza)
Comfortable, spacious rooms and very good beds
Beautiful, historic property and curated decor
Outstanding on-site dining and rooftop views
Friendly and helpful staff reported by many guests
Nice amenities (valet, shops, reusable water bottles)
Cons:
Perceived lack of value — several guests said it's too expensive
Parking costly and limited availability
Noise from trucks/vendors/early-morning deliveries affecting some rooms
Inconsistent visible staffing (no porters, limited lobby presence)
Minor cleanliness issues reported (dust under furniture, closet smell)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Rooms generally described as spacious and clean, but a few guests noted dust under furniture and an occasional musty/closet smell.
Service
9.2
Mostly praised — staff described as super friendly and providing excellent customer service; a few reports of limited visible staff and no porters on some stays.
Location
9.5
Repeatedly called 'perfect' and central (on the Plaza) with great rooftop views; some noise from nearby vendors/trucks affected a few rooms.
Room Quality
9.2
Rooms frequently described as comfortable, spacious, with excellent beds and occasional complimentary upgrades; noise and minor odor issues were isolated negatives.
Amenities
9
Strong on-site amenities (rooftop, shops, restaurants, reusable water bottles, valet); parking options/costs were a drawback for some guests.
Value for Money
7.5
Several guests felt the hotel was 'too expensive' or 'not worth the money' despite high quality; parking fees contributed to value concerns.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Dining repeatedly exceeded expectations and was praised; minor suggestions about expanded bar/restaurant hours from some guests.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall highly positive and beloved by many long-term visitors, with occasional issues (noise, value, staffing) noted but generally offset by location, rooms, and dining.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-13 10:36

Property Description

Santa Fe Mountain Views and Luxurious Amenities

Outdoor Pool, Rooftop Hot Tub, and Spa
The centrally located La Fonda on the Plaza offers a picturesque backdrop of Santa Fe mountain views. Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool, relax in the rooftop hot tub, or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Comforts
Each guest room at La Fonda features a flat-screen cable TV, free Wi-Fi, desk, safety deposit box, and ironing facilities. Enjoy the added luxury of bathrobes and hairdryers for a comfortable stay.

Convenience and Entertainment
Stay active in the gym, attend to work in the business center, or host meetings in the available meeting rooms. The on-site restaurant and bar provide delicious dining options. Explore nearby attractions such as St. Francis Cathedral Basilica and Palace of the Governors Museum just a short walk away.

Experience luxury and convenience at La Fonda on the Plaza - Book your stay now!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAF

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 978 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 7.5
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 9.1
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Yusuf • solo_traveller • tr
10
Exceptional place. Must stay.
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Martha • couple • us
10
Our favorite place to stay in Santa Fe
Pros:

The location could not be better. The hotel is charming, the rooms are comfortable. We have been staying at La Fonda for at least 40 years.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • extended_group • us
10
The hotel is so beautifully curated and all dining facilities on site exceeded expectations.
Pros:

The artwork, the customer service, and dining options were all amazing. Cannot wait to stay here again.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Ayberk • couple • tr
4
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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barkis • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
10
Classic and classy!
Pros:

Smoothly run, beautiful and historic hotel right on the Santa Fe Plaza.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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lucie • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Caterina • couple • it
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • couple • us
7
Just too expensive. If I’m paying that price, my expectations are high and they just weren’t met. Nice hotel, great lo
Pros:

Perfect location

Cons:

Just too expensive for the room we received.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Petti • couple • us
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Itzik • couple • il
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • extended_group • us
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • couple • us
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Albert • couple • us
8
Cons:

Parking was a bit expensive. We have no choice since there was no other parking options

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Farah • family_with_children • gb
7
Perfect location and the perfect bec
Pros:

The room was comfortable with a huge bed which had the best mattress ever.

Cons:

There were no porters at all to help us with our luggage , no staff to be seen around the lobby apart from one receptionist behind the desk during our 5 night stay.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee