Map

Ten Thousand Waves vs Hotel St. Francis

Ten Thousand Waves and Hotel St. Francis are both highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Hotel St. Francis ranks slightly higher than Ten Thousand Waves. Hotel St. Francis comes in at #14 in Santa Fe with accolades from 7 sources such as Star Service, Frommer's and Oyster.

Ten Thousand Waves
Ten Thousand Waves
7 / 10
3451 Hyde Park Rd., 4 Mi From The Plaza On Road To Santa Fe Ski Basin (Box 10200), Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $0 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
show all amenities
Fodor's Fodor's
"Devotees appreciate the authentic onsen (Japanese-style baths) atmosphere of this 20-acre Japanese-inspired spa and boutique inn a few miles northeast of town." Full review
i
Consider the Nose to Toes therapy with its Japanese head, neck, shoulder, and foot rubs.
Gayot Gayot
"Ten Thousand Waves is atypical of upscale Santa Fe accommodations... nestled on a hillside four miles east of downtown, and known foremost as a spa rather than a hotel."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This Japanese spa 4 miles from the Plaza features 13 gorgeous, Zen-inspired freestanding guest houses." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Just four miles outside of downtown, the Houses of the Moon has recreated a Japanese mountain retreat with 12 Zen-inspired suites and landscaping." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Your stay in Santa Fe is not complete until you've visited the serene Ten Thousand Waves, nestled in the high hills among piñons and junipers." Full review
Show All Reviews
Hotel St. Francis
Hotel St. Francis
8 / 10
210 Don Gaspar Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
From $119 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
show all amenities
Fodor's 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." Full review
Oyster 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." Full review
Star Service 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." Full review
Gayot 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 Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"All in all, it's retained its historic ambience, blending luxurious touches with a nicely underplayed Spanish missionary theme." Full review
Show All Reviews