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Women's Health Services Family Care and Counseling Center ( & 505/988-8869 ).
Ultimed, 707 Paseo de Peralta ( & 505/989-8707 ), an urgent-care facility near the plaza,
offers comprehensive health care.
See also “Fast Facts: American Southwest” on p. 607.

3 WHERE TO STAY

The City Different offers a broad range of accommodations. From downtown hotels to
Cerrillos Road motels, ranch-style resorts to quaint bed-and-breakfasts, the standard is
almost universally high.
Be aware of the seasonal nature of the tourist industry in Santa Fe: Accommodations
are often booked solid through the summer months, and most places raise their prices
accordingly. Rates increase even more during Indian Market, the third weekend of
August. During these periods, it's essential to make reservations well in advance.
RESERVATIONS SERVICES Year-round reservation assistance is available from San-
taFeHotels.com ( & 800/745-9910), the Accommodation Hot Line ( & 800/338-
6877), All Santa Fe Reservations ( & 877/737-7366), and Santa Fe Stay, which
specializes in casitas ( & 800/995-2272). Emergency Lodging Assistance is available
free after 4pm daily ( & 505/986-0038). All of the above are private companies and may
have biases toward certain properties. Do your own research before calling.

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HOTELS/MOTELS
Downtown
Everything within the horseshoe-shaped Paseo de Peralta and east a few blocks along
either side of the Santa Fe River is considered downtown Santa Fe. All these accommoda-
tions are within walking distance of the plaza.
Very Expensive
Eldorado Hotel & Spa Since its opening in 1986, the Eldorado has been a
model hotel for the city. In a large structure, the architects managed to meld pueblo
revival style with an interesting cathedral feel, inside and out. The lobby has a high ceil-
ing that continues into the court area and the cafe, all adorned with well over a million
dollars' worth of Southwestern art. The spacious, quiet rooms received a makeover in
2006, maintaining an artistic motif, with a warm feel created by custom-made furniture
in all units (and kiva fireplaces in many). You'll find families, businesspeople, and con-
ference-goers staying here. Most of the rooms have views of downtown Santa Fe, many
from balconies. If you're really indulging, join the ranks of Mick Jagger, Geena Davis,
and King Juan Carlos of Spain, and try the penthouse five-room presidential suite for
$1,500 per night. The Nidah Spa offers a full range of treatments, including a turquoise
gemstone therapy, worth sampling. The Eldorado also manages the nearby Zona Rosa
condominiums, which are two-, three-, and four-bedroom suites with full kitchens. The
hotel's innovative and elegant restaurant, the Old House , serves creative American cui-
sine.
309 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM 87501. & 800/955-4455 or 505/988-4455. Fax [phone].
www.eldoradohotel.com. 219 units. $139-$389 double. Seasonal package rates are available. AE, DC,
DISC, MC, V. Valet parking $18 per night. Pets accepted. Amenities: 2 restaurants; bar; concierge; gym (w/
view); Jacuzzi; heated rooftop pool; room service; his-and-hers saunas and steam baths; spa. In room: A/C,
TV, hair dryer, minibar, Wi-Fi.