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Hotel La Fonda Taos

3.0 star property
3-star hotel in Downtown Taos Historic District

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Deluxe Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge
Front of property - evening/night
Reception
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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108 South Plaza, Taos, NM, 87571
  • Place, Taos Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Taos Historic Museums
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kit Carson Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Two-Room) | Pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Two-Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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Deluxe Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Living room | LCD TV

Deluxe Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1163 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Mini Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Taos

Downtown Taos Historic District stay.With a stay at this Downtown Taos Historic District hotel, you'll be steps from Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center and Taos Plaza. Historic Ledoux Street and D.H. Lawrence Ranch are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Taos Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Taos Historic Museums - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • D.H. Lawrence Ranch - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kit Carson Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smith's Fuel Center - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Kitchen Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tomorrow and Tomorrow - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Alley Cantina - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Fonda Taos

3-star hotel in Downtown Taos Historic District
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 700 square feet (65 square meters) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A vending machine, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel La Fonda Taos. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Taos hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 700 sq ft of conference space
  • 65 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1820
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hotel La Fonda Taos offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary local and long-distance calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 4 to 20 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 4.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100.00 per person (one-way)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel La Fonda Taos
Hotel Taos
La Fonda Taos
Taos Hotel
Hotel Fonda Taos
Hotel Fonda
Fonda Taos
Hotel La Fonda Taos Taos
Hotel La Fonda Taos Hotel
Hotel La Fonda Taos Hotel Taos

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel La Fonda Taos to the airport?

Hotel La Fonda Taos is 8.5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Taos, NM (TSM-Taos Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos have an airport shuttle?

Hotel La Fonda Taos offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 100.00 per person, one-way.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel La Fonda Taos, but to-go breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 4.00 and 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Taos Mountain Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos have a pool?

Hotel La Fonda Taos does not have a pool.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos have a restaurant?

Hotel La Fonda Taos is home to Noula's Coffee Shop, which features American cuisine and happy hour.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer hot stone massages.

How close is Hotel La Fonda Taos to downtown Taos?

Hotel La Fonda Taos is 0.1 mi away from Taos.

Hotel La Fonda Taos Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JIM, Grapevine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ditto. Extended our stay an extra night
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIM, Grapevine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing old style adobe right on the town square. Well kept. Accommodative staff. Game room. Clean. Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It isunu
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cherilyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden parking charge.

We used to live in Taos. We are very familiar with the area, and have enjoyed staying at Hotel La Fonda in the past. This time, we were hit with a $10 parking fee. Looking way deep into the detail of the property, on the booking site, you can see it is declared. But beware, it is not obvious. The parking is not an issue at the property, there is no security, and we were never charged a fee before. In this area, there is really nowhere else to park, so they know they have you. I just didn't feel great about being charged. We will not book here again, as there are many other hotels in the area that do not charge for parking. There is limited food options at this property as well, a "to go" breakfast, for a fee. The property itself, has kind of gone down over the years, so we will explore other options. Lovely staff, good service. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in the middle of the Taos main plaza. There are plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance of the hotel/plaza. Hotel parking is behind the hotel, at a cost of $10 per night. Rooms are not your typical hotel style rooms. They have a rustic character to them that is different from the conventional hotels most people use. Note: When I stayed there in August 2025, there was remodeling being done on the plaza itself, so part of it looks like a construction site. However all the shops and restaurants were open.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim P

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room, but clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The La Fonda is a beautiful old hotel. Paying for parking in the rear was so worth it. We came and left frequently, going to historical sites and Taos Pueblo. We were able to sample some local cuisine in the hotel restaurant and the owner was very informative, telling us about the history of his people and the foods they prepare(d). There is an area for games or quiet time. There was a festival on the square Saturday afternoon and evening which made us appreciate the location even more. We had a 2 room suite with a Murphy bed in the first room and a king in the bedroom. We lit our gas fireplace for a few minutes for ambiance one evening before bed. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The building has great character but tv controls weren’t working, ice machine was broke. The staff was friendly but for the money, it could use some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funky old structure with a ton of charm in a great area. The surround can be a little noisy at night, but it didn’t bother me. $10 a day hotel parking charge in the underutilized gravel lot out back is a bit irritating. The rooms got pretty warm during the heat of the day and the anemic air conditioning was nowhere near up to the task of providing adequate cooling. Still, I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

WENDY

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think this hotel is very quaint. The room was clean and comfortable. The few things I did not care for was the AC would not cool the room off unless we closed the separate door because we had a two room room and I did not care for the step up into the bathroom, it is a fall risk. I would try and get a different room next time we go the Taos.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic hotel very convenient to the city center.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's not the property. It's Taos. We were in downtown Seattle and Taos within a week. Taos was not as welcoming as Seattle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
my clock was not working and not repaired while I was there. Constant problems with their TV system
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable ,clean, charming. No recycle bins in room .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a great old hotel in a wonderful location. The restaurant is expensive but there are lots of good options around. Our room was spacious, and interesting, but the air conditioner was inadequate and the WiFi was poor in the room. We found a lovely balcony inside the hotel where our laptops and phones worked better. Since it's so old and crazy, there are some maintenance issues like stains on the ceiling and windows that don't open right; but overall we found it very charming and we would go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

JACQUELINE

Liked: Cleanliness
Main complaints no dresser in the king size bedroom to put any of your folding clothes away. When mentioned to the front desk, it went over their head. Nothing was done. No handle on the window to open. Water dripping, then pouring out of the air conditioning unit onto the window seal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025