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It doesn't take long to feel at home in the City Different. For centuries, Santa Fe has opened its arms to travelers with diverse interests and different backgrounds. All in search of discovery, wonder and adventure.
To visit Santa Fe is to step into an enchanting world where natural and man-made beauty converge in a symphony of visual and sensual stimulation unique to New Mexico. The city specifically caters to gay and lesbian travelers, both couples and singles, with a wide spectrum of activities and destinations.
The city is home to Rainbow Vision, the first retirement community of its kind in the country for straight and GLBTQ residents and a model for future properties. Opened in 2005, Rainbow Vision has taken an active role in city events while attracting tenants and the public alike to its popular Silver Starlight Cabaret. Click here for the Cabaret calendar.
A destination for gay and lesbian couples and singles, Santa Fe is home to many gay-popular and gay-owned shops, restaurants, and bars located throughout town. Each June for the last several decades, the Plaza, the heart of Santa Fe, plays host to Pride on the Plaza, the Santa Fe Gay Pride Celebration. Every fall, Closet Cinema hosts the Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival in Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The Santa Fe Human Rights Alliance keeps a busy schedule of GLBTQ events year 'round. The city of Santa Fe itself is a leader in gay rights, offering domestic partnership benefits to its employees.
After the Gay and Lesbian Travel panel at the 2008 International Conference on Creative Tourism in Santa Fe:
Pictured at right, from left to right:
City Councilor Rebeccaa Wurzburger; Ed Salvato, Editor-in-chief of The Out Traveler magazine; author Jeff Guaracino, Vice President of Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation; and Keith Toler, Executive Director of the Santa Fe Convention and Visitors Bureau.
OutTraveler.com has assembled a Fall Weekender travel guide to Santa Fe with great tips.
Gaywired.com's recent article lists Santa Fe as one of the top five honeymoon destinations in North America.
Read the Advocate.com's online travel article about honeymooning in Santa Fe.
Read Santa Fe, A Gay-Friendly City with Altitude from the blog of Ed Salvato, editor-in-chief of The Out Traveler.
The following links are TAG Approved.
La Posada de Santa Fe Resort and Spa
330 East Palace Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)986-0000
Situated on a six-acre private estate in downtown Santa Fe, La Posada de Santa Fe is a rustic luxury resort and spa with 159 adobe-style guest rooms. Renovated in 2008 with Old World Southwestern charm and New World luxuries, La Posada bestows an atmosphere of elegance and comfort in this historic retreat. Built in the late 1800's and recently restored to its Victorian ambiance, the Staab House Lounge is a cozy setting, adjacent to Fuego and Viga restaurants. Unique to La Posada is the RockResorts Spa, which offers distinctively Southwestern treatments, a fitness center, and salon; and a multi-million dollar art collection supplied by local galleries and displayed throughout the resort.Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505)986-0000
Hotel St. Francis
210 Don Gaspar
(800)529-5700 (505) 983-5700
The historic and charming Hotel St. Francis offers European elegance and old fashioned attention to detail. Only steps from the historic Plaza.(800)529-5700 (505) 983-5700
Inn on the Alameda
303 East Alameda
Santa Fe, NM 87501
888-335-3413, 505-946-0546
2007 Conde Nast Gold List Award. Nestled downtown in the heart of Santa Fe, between the historic Plaza and the galleries of Canyon Road, you can relax in privacy, comfort and charm in a garden courtyard setting, just moments from everything. 71 rooms & suites, furnished in distinctive Southwestern décor, feature triple-sheeted beds with 300-count linens, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers, and plush Italian terry robes. Patios, balconies & fireplaces available. Fully-equipped exercise room, two outdoor hot tubs, on-call massage. Complimentary off-street parking, free wi-fi access in public areas, free local & toll-free calls, guest e-mail center. One pet under 30# per room welcome with nightly fee. Lavish continental breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese reception included!Santa Fe, NM 87501
888-335-3413, 505-946-0546
Current Special!
It's Back! Yes, our terrific anniversary rate has returned at only $23 for the 3rd consecutive nt of your stay, from 11/2/08 thru 2/28/09. Incl. lavish continental breakfast&wine reception&free wi-fi.
Offer valid
from Sep 5, 2008
thru Feb 28, 2009.
Blackout Dates:11/26-19/08;12/5-6/08;12/19/08-1/1/09;2/13-14/09;2/20-21/09.
For more information about this special, visit http://www.innonthealameda.com/promo_rates.html.
Dream Catcher Ranchito
68 Calle Enrique, Santa Fe, NM 87507
505-474-4007
505-474-4007
Garrett's Desert Inn
311 Old Santa Fe Trail
505-982-1851 800-888-2145
505-982-1851 800-888-2145
Santa Fe Convention Center
201 W. Marcy Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 955-6200
The Santa Fe Convention Center is a highly adaptable, state-of-the-art facility in which to gather and work. Features of the 72,000 square foot center include outdoor meeting areas, fireplaces in some rooms, underground parking, an open interior courtyard, wireless connectivity, high-speed data lines, and 28,000 square-feet of interior flexible meeting space to provide multiple events with their own exhibition area, breakout rooms, and meal function space.Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 955-6200
Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa
1297 Bishops Lodge Road, Santa Fe
(505) 983-6377; 800-732-2240
Bishop's Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa is a Historic Resort, wrapped within the arms of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains on 450 lush acres and only five minutes from the Historic Santa Fe Plaza. Nestled within the foothills, our location offers our guests a taste of tranquility, calmness and serenity. Tune into and reconnect with your spiritual side at SháNah Spa and Wellness Center, a sanctuary where one can take time out to be nurtured by Mother Nature and guided by ancient wisdom and calming spirits. Activities are abundant at our unique destination; hiking trails, tennis courts, exercise room, movement studio for Yoga and Pilates, horseback riding trails, skeet and trap shooting and swimming just to mention a few.
(505) 983-6377; 800-732-2240
The Lodge at Santa Fe
750 N St. Francis
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
505-992-5800 1-888-563-4373
Inspired by the ancient and legendary building traditions of the Anasazi, the Lodge at Santa Fe stands atop the hills of Santa Fe paying tribute to that ancient culture. A blend of Northern New Mexico's distinct cultural influences awaits you at this exquisite "Santa Fe-style" hotel. The Lodge at Santa Fe offers guests very convenient access to the ultimate in world-class art, shopping, dining and entertainment. The historic Santa Fe Plaza is just a short five minute drive and a complementary shuttle is provided for guests of the hotel.
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
505-992-5800 1-888-563-4373
This 128-room full-service hotel features a number of unique suites, some with wood-burning fireplaces. Relax and enjoy the view from Las Mañanitas restaurant or the comfortable hilltop lounge. Take time to experience the beautiful perennial gardens and spacious outdoor pool and spa. Every summer, visitors can enjoy a variety of entertainment in the intimate setting of the Cabaret located within the hotel.
Park Inn & Suites
2907 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87507
800-670-7275; 505-471-3000
The Park Inn is convenient to all the art, history, and shopping that Santa Fe has to offer making it an ideal place to stay when you visit "The City Different." Each of the spacious guest rooms at Park Inn Santa Fe feature a cozy southwestern décor that makes guests feel right at home. Guest rooms at this Santa Fe hotel offer complimentary High-Speed Internet Access and local telephone calls, cable TV with HBO, and much more! Book Online and Save!Santa Fe, NM 87507
800-670-7275; 505-471-3000
Inn of the Turquoise Bear B&B
342 E. Buena Vista Street
Santa Fe, NM 87505
505-983-0798, 800-396-4104
The home of Witter Bynner was the center of the social life of Santa Fe for decades, when artists, writers, and activists from around the world partied at the estate which is now the Inn of the Turquoise Bear. Surrounded by an acre of gardens, this rambling adobe villa, with 10 guest rooms, is one of the best examples of Spanish-Pueblo Revival architecture. The restoration of this magnificent, historic building has been recognized by the city and state with their Heritage Preservation Awards. Named by Sunset as one of the Best Inns in the West and by Critic's Choice as Santa Fe's best B&B, the Inn offers authentic southwestern hospitality in a tranquil, romantic setting within walking distance of the plaza and all downtown attractions. Each afternoon the owners and staff of the Inn host a popular social hour, serving up tales of the history of the house along with refreshments---thereby fulfilling the historic role of the Inn as "the" center of social life and the fun place to stay in Santa Fe! Santa Fe, NM 87505
505-983-0798, 800-396-4104
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Fe
3347 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507
505-473-2800
At the Courtyard by Marriott Santa Fe, early Native American culture blends with modern luxury for a unique lodging experience. Just minutes away from the airport and numerous local attractions, our southwestern Marriott Santa Fe hotel provides the ideal destination for the leisure or business traveler. Choose from 213 guest rooms and suites each fully equipped with free high-speed Internet access, phones with voicemail and dataports, refrigerators, and wet bars. In the mood to explore the landscape just beyond our Santa Fe, New Mexico hotel? Discover towering mesas, sheer-walled canyons, and ancient Pueblo dwellings at Bandelier National Monument. At the end of the day, unwind in our heated indoor pool or two soothing spas. Planning a sales meeting? Rely on our spacious hotel in Santa Fe to provide more than 6,500 square feet of flexible space. Here at the Courtyard by Marriott, the atmosphere is always warm, friendly, and inviting.Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507
505-473-2800
Alexander's Inn Bed & Breakfast
529 East Palace Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(888)321-5123
We have four traditional Southwestern Casitas located just a few blocks from both The Plaza and Canyon Road. Each house is fully equipped for stays of one day to several months, and is perfectly suited for families or romantic getaways. For your utmost comfort and convenience, we provide daily maid service, luxuriously soft robes, phones, cable TV, wireless internet access, DVD & CD players and air conditioning. Also available is a guest membership for the full-service El Gancho Health Club. Each arriving guest is welcomed with a basket filled with homemade cookies, fresh fruit, coffee & teas, wine, chips & salsa. We are also happy to announce that we now offer eco-friendly lodging. See our website for more details.Santa Fe, NM 87501
(888)321-5123
The Madeleine Bed & Breakfast Inn
106 Faithway Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
(888)877-7622
This 1886 Frontier-Style Victorian, built by a local railroad tycoon, is the perfect embodiment of Santa Fe's history. Tucked away on a quiet street near the Plaza and Canyon Road and surrounded by a lush and peaceful garden, the inn features beautiful stained glass, ornate fireplaces, unique structural details and period antiques.
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
(888)877-7622
Enjoy bountiful full breakfasts, delicious homemade baked goods at teatime and heavenly beds of feather and down. For your comfort and convenience we provide phones with voicemail, wireless internet access, cable TV, health club membership,and luxuriously soft robes. For a truly relaxing vacation, we invite you to visit our spa, Absolute Nirvana, selected by Conde Nast as "One of the World's Hottest New Spas". Our staff is dedicated to warm and attentive personal service.
Hacienda Nicholas Bed & Breakfast
320 East Marcy Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
(888)284-3170
Make this vacation a truly memorable experience with a stay at Hacienda Nicholas. Enjoy a great night's sleep in our beds of fine linens, feather and down. Unwind in the peace and tranquility afforded by extra thick adobe walls, or go one step further and indulge in a relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatment at our own Absolute Nirvana Spa, selected by Conde Nast Traveler as "One of the Hottest New Spas in the World". Savor the luscious scents from our heavenly rose garden as you partake of the delectable buffets at breakfast and teatime. Share tales of your day with fellow travelers at our nightly wine & cheese hour. Let our dedicated staff help you make the most of Santa Fe so you can have the vacation you deserve.Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
(888)284-3170
Hotel Plaza Real
125 Washington
505-988-4900 877-901-7666
505-988-4900 877-901-7666