Hotel La Fonda Taos

3.0 star property
Hotel in Taos with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Deluxe Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 108 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

Mini Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Taos

At Hotel La Fonda Taos you'll be within steps of Taos Plaza and Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The coffee shop, Noula's Coffee Shop, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning to-go breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Taos Historic District hotel include Historic Ledoux Street and D.H. Lawrence Ranch.

What's nearby

  • Taos Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Taos Plaza Theater and Arts Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Taos Historic Museums - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • D.H. Lawrence Ranch - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kit Carson Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

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

Hotel in Taos with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
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 metres) and includes conference space. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A vending machine, an arcade/games 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hotel La Fonda Taos offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Noula's Coffee Shop

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 700 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Hotel La Fonda Taos offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel La Fonda Taos on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$200.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Yep, Hotel La Fonda Taos has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 10 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

What makes Hotel La Fonda Taos a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel La Fonda Taos.

Does Hotel La Fonda Taos serve breakfast?

Yeah, to-go breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel La Fonda Taos's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Fonda Taos?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel La Fonda Taos Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1006 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

6/10 Okay

Brad

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely charming getaway. The hotel was full, but we felt like we were the only people there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the location on the square for walking everywhere, coffee bar downstairs comfortable bed and Murphy bed! Staff is super helpful love that I can sleep w windows open at night! Beautiful old historic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kjohl

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The photos were genius compared to the cramped room. Even the placement of the furniture worked against functionality let alone comfort. Most disturbing was the step up into the bathroom. we left the light on all night lest we miss it and wind up face down on the tile. At least highlight it so it is visible. Also the toilet seat was broken. The mattress was like cardboard. A sad place relying on history...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and very clean. The rooms all had unique character. The bed was very comfortable and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right on the square, which is very nice for shopping and relaxing. The front desk person, mary, was extraordinary, and very accommodating and friendly. As far as the room, we were very disappointed in the size. Our room (410) was super tiny! There wasn't enough room to even open our suitcase! However, it was very close to the elevator, which took you to the first floor close to the back door where there is a wonderful patio that is lit up at night. And the parking is just steps away from the patio. Other than the room size, or stay was very nice, and the people were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and property were very nice- The alley to The parking lot was dirty and sketchy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. We could walk everywhere. Somewhat trashy outside but maybe city's fault. Room was clean but could use some updating and paint.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charging 10 dollars for parking in Taos is just a quick cash grab. Didn’t realize there was a parking charge until I got there. The front desk lady was nice but couldn’t waive the fee since I went through Expedia. The bathroom layout was really inconvenient too. Bed was comfy though. If I go back to Taos, I would likely search for another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lorelei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Quaint hotel

It was just for one night after staying several nights in Santa Fe. Hotel is very old, yet quaint. We chose because it is in the plaza. The parking lot at the back of the hotel is gravel — so very hard to roll your suitcase. Also, elevator in back of hotel, our room was six additional steps down and again with our suitcase it was difficult. Room was very small and rustic (outdated), but to be expected for the age of the hotel. The room was clean. The public gathering area was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller

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