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El Sendero Inn vs Hotel St. Francis
Both Hotel St. Francis and Garrett's Desert Inn are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel St. Francis is preferred by most writers compared to Garrett's Desert Inn. Hotel St. Francis has a TripExpert Score of 81 with endorsements from 7 reviews such as Gayot, Oyster and Frommer's.
El Sendero Inn
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311 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $109 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"It's fairly well maintained and you'll be hard-pressed to find more affordable accommodations just a few blocks from the Plaza."
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Frommer's
"Completion of this hotel in 1957 prompted the Historic Design Review Board to implement zoning restrictions throughout downtown."
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If you're traveling in winter, ask for a south-facing room and you might be able to sunbathe under the portal.
Lonely Planet
"An old motor court–style place, Garrett's has been popular with travelers for half a century now."
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Hotel St. Francis
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Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
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210 Don Gaspar Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $119 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Just one block south of the Plaza, this stately three-story hotel retains a historic vibe but has been given a modern flair."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 81-room upscale boutique, housed in a historic building two blocks the Santa Fe Plaza... features simple, mission-style decor inspired by the principles of St. Francis of Assisi."
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Star Service
"In summer, the long, ground-floor veranda in front is one of the better people-watching sites in town; new seating makes it one of the comfiest, too."
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Gayot
"If you're seeking a good value while still wanting historic character and convenience to downtown Santa Fe... this 1923 three-story hotel is a perfect choice."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"All in all, it's retained its historic ambience, blending luxurious touches with a nicely underplayed Spanish missionary theme."
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