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linens and tile bathrooms with the hotel's own signature bath products. The newest addi-
tion are villas: spectacular two- and three-bedroom town houses, filled with amenities,
including full kitchens, fireplaces, patios, and views, a great option for families or couples
who travel together. The Bishop's Lodge is an active resort three seasons of the year, with
activities such as horseback riding, nature walks, and cookouts; in the winter, it takes on
the character of a romantic country retreat. A children's program keeps kids busy for
much of the day. This place offers excellent service.
Bishop's Lodge Rd. (P.O. Box 2367), Santa Fe, NM 87504. & 505/983-6377. Fax [phone]. www.
bishopslodge.com. 111 units. Summer $399-$489 double; fall and spring $299-$399 double; midwinter
$189-$269 double. Villas $550-$1,500. Resort fee $15 per person per day. Additional person $15. Chil-
dren 3 and under stay free in parent's room. Ask about packages that include meals. AE, DC, DISC, MC, V.
Free parking. Amenities: Restaurant; bar; babysitting; concierge; Jacuzzi; outdoor pool; room service;
spa; tennis courts; Wi-Fi (in lobby). In room: A/C, TV, fridge, hair dryer, high-speed Internet.
Expensive
The Lodge at Santa Fe Kids Set on a hill as you head north toward the Santa Fe
Opera, this three-story hotel is a convenient and relaxing place to stay. The theme here
is Native American, with Anasazi-style stacked sandstone throughout the lobby and din-
ing room, a theme that carries into the guest rooms. They are medium size, decorated in
earth tones with bold prints, some with views of the mountains, others overlooking the
pool. Premium rooms are more spacious, some with large living rooms and private bal-
conies. Each parlor suite has a Murphy bed and kiva fireplace in the living room, a big
dining area, a wet bar and refrigerator, and a jetted bathtub. The condo units nearby
come with fully equipped kitchens, fireplaces, and private decks.
750 N. St. Francis Dr., Santa Fe, NM 87501. & 800/LODGESF (563-4373) or 505/992-5800. Fax 505/992-
5856. www.lodgeatsantafe.com. 135 units. $89-$179 double; $129-$199 suite; $200-$300 condo. AE,
DC, DISC, MC, V. Free parking. Amenities: Bar; outdoor pool. In room: A/C, TV, hair dryer, Wi-Fi.
Southside
Santa Fe's major strip, Cerrillos Road, is US 85, the main route to and from Albuquerque
and the I-25 freeway. It's about 5 1 / 4 miles from the plaza to the Santa Fe Place, which
marks the southern boundary of the city. Most motels are on this strip, although several
of them are to the east, closer to St. Francis Drive (US 84) or the Las Vegas Highway.
Moderate
El Rey Inn Finds Kids Staying at “the King” makes you feel as if you're traveling
the old Route 66 through the Southwest. The white stucco buildings of this court motel
are decorated with bright trim around the doors and hand-painted Mexican tiles on the
walls. Opened in the 1930s, it received additions in the 1950s, and remodeling is ongo-
ing. No two rooms are alike. The oldest section, nearest the lobby, feels a bit cramped,
though the rooms have style, with Art Deco tile in the bathrooms and vigas on the ceil-
ings. Some have little patios. Be sure to request a room as far back as possible from Cer-
rillos Road. The two stories of suites around the Spanish colonial courtyard are sweet
deals. These rooms make you feel as if you're at a Spanish inn, with carved furniture and
cozy couches. Some rooms have kitchenettes. To the north sit 10 deluxe units around the
courtyard. These rooms offer more upscale amenities and gas log fireplaces, as well as
distinctive furnishings and artwork. A complimentary continental breakfast is served in
a sunny room or on a terrace in the warmer months. There's also a sitting room with a
library and games tables, as well as a picnic area, a playground, and an exercise room.

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