The Inn on La Loma Plaza is a historic Taos landmark that provides an intimate and luxurious setting two blocks from the downtown Taos Plaza.

The completely walled hacienda sits on a small hill with expansive grounds, towering trees and commanding mountain views. The Inn, an outstanding example of Spanish pueblo architecture (Santa Fe style) built by Spanish settlers in 1800 has been beautifully restored and appointed.

Most of the first floor was built in 1800, when it served as the southeast corner of Plazuela de San Antonio, one of the first fortified plazas recognized by Spain in the New World. As a result, the inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

You can see the town of Taos, as well as the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo range of the Rocky Mountains from inside the walls of this Spanish hacienda (estate).

The spacious guest areas feature thick adobe walls, high ceilings, hardwood and tiled floors, hand-carved corbels, vigas and latillas. There are fountains, antiques, local art, and lots of green plants and quiet corners.

A large outdoor hot tub and children's playground is located on the property. Also provided are complimentary health club, tennis court, and pool privileges at a nearby facility as well as a full gourmet breakfast, afternoon snacks, beverages, evening coffee, and cookies.

Rooms:

Each room has its own distinctive ambiance created by a combination of handcrafted furniture, antiques and southwestern fabrics. All rooms have private entrances, wood burning fireplaces, bathrooms, top-of-the-line mattresses, telephones, 40 channel cable-color televisions with HBO, robes, slippers and full length mirrors.

Each bath has hand-painted talavera tile, extra large bath-towels, hair dryer, lighted makeup mirror and custom toiletries.

Most rooms have private patios or decks and sitting areas in front of the fireplace. One-bedroom studios and two-bedroom suites with kitchenettes are also available.

Wildrose Room:

Queen Bed

A cozy, second floor room in the main house with a kiva fireplace, high ceiling and a view of the historic residential La Loma Plaza. The room is sponge painted and rag rolled in subtle pinks with handcrafted stick shutters, matching headboard and a down comforter in vivid floral tones. The vanity is in the bedroom with steps leading up to the Mexican tiled bath with tub/shower, featuring a pink rose-motif tile.

Sunburst Room:

Queen Bed

An airy, high ceiling first floor room in the main house with kiva fireplace and nice mountain views toward the south. Sponge painted and rag rolled in cheery yellow tones, the room is decorated with handcrafted furniture, including a sunburst headboard and bright blue and coral southwestern fabrics. There is a large bathroom with tub/shower and sunburst accented Mexican tile.

Happy Trails Room:

King Bed

A wonderful, second floor room in the main house with spectacular mountain views, featuring western decor with knotty pine paneling, antique accents and a brass bed. There is a fireplace with a tiled hearth and tub/shower bathroom with cactus-motif Mexican tile and air conditioning. French doors open onto a private outdoor breezeway and sitting area, which allows for a connection with Carey's Studio to make a two-bedroom suite.

Sky Room:

King Bed

A dramatic, second floor room in the main house with spectacular views on three sides. The room is sponged painted and rag rolled in blue-sky tones with a large sculptural fireplace, corbels and viga beam that supports a high ceiling. This room features a fabulous Mexican tiled bathroom with a large steam shower and has air conditioning. Climb out one window to the south onto a private balcony to enjoy the mountain views and sunshine.

Georgia's Garden Room:

King Bed

Soft peach tones honor Georgia O'Keefe in a room that features a selection of her framed posters as well as antiques and a love seat in front of the kiva fireplace. A first floor room with an outside entrance and views across the front yard through French doors that open onto a private sitting area. The Mexican tiled tub shower is separate from the vanity area. This room can connect to La Loma Studio to make a two-bedroom suite.

La Loma Studio:

King Bed, Queen Sofa Sleeper and Kitchenette

Rich adobe walls, with a Taos Blue accent, frame this intimate, spacious first floor room. The room has an outside entrance, handcrafted furniture with tin trim, dining area, couch with innerspring mattress in front of a kiva fireplace, as well as a private outdoor patio. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, stovetop, refrigerator, sink and utensils. This room has a bath decorated in Taos Blue accent tiles with a tub/shower and can connect with Georgia's Garden Room to make a two-bedroom suite.

Carey's Studio:

King Bed, Queen Sofa Sleeper, Banco Beds and Kitchenette

Climb your private stairway to this spacious room with windows on three sides with great views of Taos Mountain, the Sangre de Cristo Range and historic La Loma Plaza. This room features handcrafted furniture, southwestern fabrics, a couch in front of a large fireplace and a dining area. There is a kitchenette with a stovetop, microwave, sink, refrigerator, utensils and a Mexican tiled bathroom with tub/shower and air conditioning. This room also has a private outdoor sitting area and can connect with Happy Trails to make a two-bedroom suite.

Menu:

Daily Gourmet Specials:

Sunday

Breakfast Burritos
Scrambled eggs wrapped in a flour tortilla, smothered with Jerry's famous green sauce and topped with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses. There's nothing like it south - or north - of the border.

Monday:

Eggs Florentine Quiche
Spinach, mushrooms, feta and Swiss cheeses combine to create this healthy and flavorful Mediterranean quiche.

Tuesday:

Green Chile Strata
Layers of flour tortillas, green Chile, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses plus Jerry's famous green sauce- - all topped with a mixture of eggs, sour cream and seasonings to create a Southwestern breakfast delight!

Wednesday:

French Toast
Croissants soaked in cream laced with triple sec, cinnamon and orange blended with eggs and served with apricot or maple syrup, accompanied by a fruit of the day frappe. A favorite with a European flair!

Thursday:

Eggs Ole'
Baked eggs with a savory southwestern flavor. Tomato, corn, black olives, cilantro, green chilies and Mexican cheese. Breakfast in the old southwest. Ole'

Friday:

Granola Pancakes
Granola and orange make these pancakes something special, served with orange sauce or maple syrup.

Saturday:

Basil Strata
Layers of bread soaked in wine and milk, cheese, tomatoes and pesto topped with eggs, cream and spices. Gourmet at its best. Served with a fresh fruit smoothie.

We use only fresh, low sodium ingredients and low fat dairy products.

Reviews:

"The Poshest and most romantic Inn in town."

• USA Today

"It's our personal Taos favorite"

• Weekends for Two in the Southwest - 50 Romantic Getaways

"An uncommon sense of ambience and a commitment to guest services."

• Chicago Tribune

"Nestled in a quiet area amid shade trees and gardens on a knoll that offers grand views of the valley and mountains is this beautifully restored, historic two-story adobe hacienda."

• Journey to the High Southwest - A Traveler's Guide

"One of the nicest bed and breakfast in town."

• Sunset Magazine

"This casually elegant, exquisitely decorated adobe inn envelops you like a giant security blanket."

• Denver Post

"Earth tone antiquity with lots of art and swank upgrading makes this walled estate Taos' best"

• Outside Magazine

"The loveliest accommodations to be found in Taos and lap of luxury as any bed and breakfast can be."

• The Vail Trail

"It was the most opulently user friendly and comfortable of the B & B's visited by this rambling traveler."

• Las Cruces Sun-News