La Fonda on the Plaza

Rated 8.7 in 392 reviews. 151 rooms.

★★★

La Fonda on the Plaza holds a coveted place in Santa Fe history, a component in a rich tapestry of hospitality that predates American independence. City records indicate that La Fonda sits on the site of the town's first inn, established when the city was founded by Spaniards in 1607, making our property the oldest hotel corner in America.

Vibrant and eclectic, La Fonda's history can be traced back 400 years. In 1821, Captain William Becknell and his party found their way to the La Fonda during the maiden commercial route across the plains from Missouri, establishing the Santa Fe Trail as well as La Fonda's reputation for hospitality. Throughout the 19th century, La Fonda quickly became the preferred lodging option among trappers, soldiers, gold seekers, gamblers and politicians. The adobe structure changed hands several times as the years progressed, enduring milestones such as the Civil War, railroad expansion and New Mexico statehood, while maintaining its status as a Santa Fe landmark.

The centrally located La Fonda on the Plaza, with Santa Fe mountain views, features an outdoor pool, rooftop hot tub and spa. Guest rooms offer flat-screen cable TVs and free Wi-Fi.

Rooms provide desks, safety deposit boxes and ironing facilities. They also have bathrobes and hairdryers.

A gym, business center and meeting rooms are available to guests at La Fonda. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant and bar.

La Fonda is less than a half mile from St. Francis Cathedral Basilica, Palace of the Governors Museum and New Mexico Museum of Art. It is also within walking distance of New Mexico State Monuments.

Spa Facilities

  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (all year)
  • Swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage

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Recommended Nearby

A guide to great places near La Fonda on the Plaza

  1. La Fonda Santa Fe

    There is no beating cocktails in the Bell-tower Bar. View is spectacular

    26 m from hotel
    100 E San Francisco St

  2. Santa Fe Plaza

    Don't feed the plaza rats

    98 m from hotel
    100 Old Santa Fe Trl.

  3. The Shed

    Order Red not Green here. The Green is great, but the Red is outstanding.

    143 m from hotel
    113 E Palace Ave

  4. Cafe Pasqual's

    Red chile bacon! Mexican mocha! Mamosas! Cheese blintzes! Espresso milkshake! DEEEELISH!

    153 m from hotel
    121 Don Gaspar Ave

  5. New Mexico History Museum

    Find out how the west, or at least this part of the west, was won.

    165 m from hotel
    113 Lincoln Ave

  6. Secreto at Hotel St. Francis

    John Congdon is my favorite so far...definitely changed my mins about this place, they found a great bartender!

    165 m from hotel
    210 Don Gaspar Ave

  7. New Mexico Museum of Art

    Permanent collection of American art, the Gustave Baumann marionettes, and a changing series of exhibits.

    193 m from hotel
    107 W Palace Ave

  8. Collected Works Bookstore

    Collected Works is the oldest independent bookstore in Santa Fe. Learn more in this C-SPAN Book TV video.

    264 m from hotel
    202 Galisteo St #A

  9. Lensic Performing Arts Center

    The Lensic is a beautifully restored theater where you can see everyone from local celebs to top international performers. THE place for a great show in Santa Fe!

    309 m from hotel
    211 W San Francisco St

  10. El Meson

    Craving for great authentic Spanish tapas? This is the right place!

    341 m from hotel
    213 Washington Ave

  11. Canyon Road Galleries

    Most unique street ive ever walked down

    0.6 km from hotel
    Canyon Road

  12. Violet Crown Cinema

    Nice seats. Good food. Nice beer selection. Food and drink allowed in theatre.

    1.1 km from hotel
    1606 Alcaldesa St