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Tucked just far enough off the plaza to escape the siren song of low-gear tourist traffic, the Inn at Vanessie exists in that sweet, intentional pocket of Santa Fe: close enough to inhale the distant, wood-fired scent of downtown, but blissfully removed from its midday clamor. It is less of a hotel and more of a quiet, sun-baked refuge where the frantic pace of the modern world simply dissolves into the high-desert air. The Spirit of the Space: Stepping onto the grounds feels like inheriting a well-kept secret. With only a handful of exclusive keys to go around, the property completely bypasses the anonymous, bustling energy of larger resorts. Instead, it offers an intimate layout that feels like staying at the private compound of a well-traveled, quietly affluent uncle—the kind who understands that luxury is best delivered without a neon sign. The aesthetic is pure Southwestern poetry, balancing authentic rustic charm with a distinct, old-money. What Sets the Sanctuary Apart Generous Proportions: The rooms here don't merely accommodate; they breathe. The layout offers sprawling, expansive square footage that mirrors the wide-open New Mexico skies, giving you ample space to unpack both your luggage and your thoughts.

The location was quite nice and the rooftop happy hour was pleasant. However, the rooms are terribly outdated. You can’t even attempt to put any makeup on in the room because it is poorly lit. The fireplace randomly came on in the middle of the night and the hot tub was out of order. We stayed two nights. The hotel was empty because they had had a fire in the main building which closed most of the most amenities and we had the awesome shuttle service to ourselves. We won’t stay there again.

This property is first class. It’s located pretty much in the heart of Santa Fe near the plaza. The staff is friendly and eager to be helpful.