2 Best Hotels in Abiquiu, Day Trips from Santa Fe

Set in the rugged red rock hills of a secluded village between Taos and Abiquiú, this fabled hot springs resort appeals to a wide range of tastes and budgets, from spiritually minded adventurers seeking a moderate-priced wellness retreat to couples wanting an upscale yet secluded spa getaway (it's a favorite of celebs filming movies in New Mexico). Accommodations run the gamut from the charmingly spartan and unfussy 1916 Mission Revival–style hotel (no TVs, common shower rooms, simple furnishings) to the elegant suites and guesthouses—some with fireplaces and soaking tubs. The impressive common spaces include a beautiful lobby, spa boutique, and lithia springs and mud pools at the bathhouse and spa, where all lodgers have complimentary access to the mineral pools and milagros (miracle) wraps. Well-prepared food and drink are served in the Artesian Restaurant, which serves tasty meals in a charming dining room and the adjoining wine bar. Don't miss a chance to explore the resort's many trails that wind through acres of gorgeous scenery.

In the serene Chama Valley amid the red-rock scenery that inspired Georgia O'Keeffe, this inn, located beside the Welcome Center for tours of the artist's home and studio, contains casitas, suites, and rooms brightly decorated with Southwestern accents that may include woodstoves, kiva-style fireplaces, wood-beam ceilings, verandas, and screen-in porches. This is an excellent base for exploring the trails and museums of Ghost Ranch, and amenities include a great little restaurant and an excellent art gallery.