La Fonda on the Plaza

07/27/08

La Fonda by Kenneth B. at InsiderPages

Contributor at Insider Pages

Old New Mexico charm, but with modern conveniences. This is the kind of hotel where it's fun and interesting to stroll through the lobby and hallways, even if you're not staying there.

The restaurants are exceptional, withauthentic new mexican (as opposed to mexican, which you can get anywhere) cousine.

11/13/06

This landmark hotel on the Plaza features dining, drinking and shopping within the adobe walls.

by Melissa Gage at Citysearch

The Scene
Pueblo-style architecture and decor pay tribute to the hotel's long history. Inside, walls are covered with Native American art and photographs from past and present. Sturdy, exposed beams and wood furniture mix with hand-carved corbels, intricate chandeliers and antiques for a rustic, yet refined atmosphere.

The Details
The Plaza is just outside, but with so much going on inside, guests may be hard-pressed to leave. La Plazuela, a beautiful, enclosed-courtyard restaurant, is the heart of the hotel. The lobby outside is a din of activity, connecting shops and galleries to the lively La Fiesta Lounge where bands play nightly. Open in the warm months, the Bell Tower Bar offers stunning sunset views from the fifth floor patio. Average rooms feature hand-painted furniture and Southwestern decor. For more posh accommodations, splurge on a luxury room on the picturesque La Terraza rooftop terrace.

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