Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
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Rosewood
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Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi · Santa Fe, United States
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Key Highlights
- ✓Breakfast: While some reviews rave about excellent breakfast with flexible options for dietary requests, one guest noted that the included breakfast was only croissants and coffee.
Expert Review: Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi: A Deep Dive into Santa Fe's Michelin One-Key Gem
The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi in Santa Fe, a Michelin Key One-Keys property, consistently delivers an authentic and luxurious Southwestern experience, deeply rooted in the region's rich cultural heritage. Guests frequently laud its prime location, distinctive design, and exceptional service.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus for the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is overwhelmingly positive, with a Michelin Guide guest score of 19.2 out of 20, indicating a "very special stay". Other platforms show high ratings as well, with scores like 9.4/10 from over a hundred reviews on Booking.com. Guests describe their stays as "exceptional," "wonderful," and "perfect," often highlighting a feeling of being in a luxurious high-desert adobe home.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently praise several aspects of the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi:
- Location: The hotel's central location, just steps from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, is a major draw, offering easy walkability to shops, galleries, museums, and restaurants.
- Design & Atmosphere: The Inn is celebrated for its traditional pueblo-style construction blended with modern sophistication. Interiors feature handcrafted New Mexican and Native American art, textiles, and furniture, creating a warm, cozy, and culturally sensitive ambiance.
- Service: The staff's incredible friendliness, warmth, and willingness to accommodate guests at all times are frequently mentioned.
- Amenities: Kiva-style gas fireplaces in every room are a beloved feature, providing a cozy touch, especially during cooler months. The on-site gym is appreciated for morning workouts.
3. Room Quality
The 58 rooms and suites are designed with a distinctly Southwestern aesthetic, yet feel bright, uncluttered, and contemporary. Each guest room features a kiva fireplace, a flat-screen TV (some with DVD players), free WiFi, a work desk, and luxurious amenities. Beds are described as "sublime" and "super comfortable," adorned with plush comforters and authentic Southwestern textiles. Bathrooms are well-appointed, with some guests mentioning large bathtubs and complimentary lavender bath salts. Turn-down service includes thoughtful touches like complimentary cookies and soothing music. While generally spacious, some reviews mention that certain rooms or bathrooms can feel a bit small for the price.
4. Dining Experience
The Inn offers several dining and drinking venues, including the Anasazi Restaurant, the more casual Patio Restaurant, and the Anasazi Bar and Lounge, which boasts a dedicated Tequila Table.
- Anasazi Restaurant: This fine-dining establishment specializes in Latin American and New Mexican cuisine, blending traditional techniques with modern twists. The chef de cuisine, Oliver Cortez, is noted for his creativity, with dishes like smoky ash salsa and various gourmet tacos. Breakfast and lunch are also served.
- Anasazi Bar & Lounge: Renowned for its expertly crafted Silver Coin margaritas and an extensive tequila collection (over 70 bottles), the bar often features live music.
- The Patio: Offers a more relaxed setting, especially seasonally, for appetizers and cocktails.
- Wine Cellar: Available for private dining and parties, offering a romantic and intimate atmosphere.
- Breakfast: While some reviews rave about excellent breakfast with flexible options for dietary requests, one guest noted that the included breakfast was only croissants and coffee.
5. Service & Staff
The staff at Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi consistently receives high praise for their warmth, professionalism, attentiveness, and willingness to assist. Guests have specifically mentioned "incredible friendliness," "excellent service," and staff being "accommodating, respectful, responsive." The concierge service is also noted for being well-connected. Thoughtful gestures like a courtesy vehicle for nearby restaurants and complimentary cookies at turndown service further enhance the guest experience.
6. Location & Accessibility
The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi boasts an "impeccable" and "perfect" location in the heart of Santa Fe, just off the historic Plaza. This allows for easy walking access to major attractions like the Santa Fe Plaza, Canyon Road's galleries, the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, St. Francis Cathedral, and the Loretto Chapel. While the town center is walkable, the Inn's pueblo-style construction offers a sense of privacy. The hotel also provides a house car for trips farther afield, such as to the Museum of International Folk Art or the Santa Fe Botanical Garden. Complimentary bicycles are available for exploring the area, and Porsche charging stations are on-site. Santa Fe Municipal Airport is approximately a 20-minute drive away.
7. Value & Pricing
As a luxury property and a Michelin Key One-Keys hotel, the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi is considered expensive but generally worthwhile for the experience it offers. Rates for a standard room can range from approximately $464 to $579, with suites starting around $755 per night. While many guests feel it's worth the cost for the "five-star touches" and overall luxurious stay, some have expressed concerns about the value for money, suggesting that the room size or limited amenities (like no pool) might not fully justify a price point exceeding $900 per night.
8. Common Complaints
While largely positive, some recurring criticisms include:
- Room Size: A few guests have found the room size, particularly the bathrooms, to be smaller than expected for a luxury hotel, especially given the price point.
- Noise Levels: There have been occasional mentions of noise from outside or neighboring rooms.
- Limited Amenities: The absence of a pool is sometimes noted, though a fitness center and spa services are available.
- Bar Service: One review mentioned slow bar service.
- Front Desk Friendliness: An isolated comment noted the front desk staff wasn't "terribly friendly" for a five-star hotel.
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Points to Consider
- •While largely positive, some recurring criticisms include:
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Recent Guest Reviews
Mike Slocumb
I wanted to write this review after staying at Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi a couple weeks ago. First I want to say be are big fans of Rosewood properties and our go to when traveling here and abroad, the level of customer service is always top notch and it’s what we have come to expect when staying at a Rosewood property. The Inn of the Anasazi fell short of that multiple times and it was missed o...
James Emery
Chef Cristian Pontiggia brings a world of experience to a city defined by its own rich culinary history. Bringing over 25 years of culinary experience from renowned kitchens in Europe and Santa Fe, he approaches local ingredients with a perspective shaped by curiosity and a deep connection to the region. His menus carry that influence with dishes that feel rooted in place while reflecting the craf...
Randy Grant
Reserved the restaurants wine cellar for a special birthday dinner. I was told by prior manager who is no longer there that a person would be assigned to us. That did not seem evident by the lack of barely anyone checking on us. We felt completely neglected. Had to pour our own water refills many times, since no one ever seemed to visit us. Except when they brought drinks, dinner, and dessert. Sta...
Melissa Gee
This was my second trip to Santa Fe, and I only wish I had discovered Anasazi the first time around. The location is unbeatable...right in the heart of downtown, surrounded by shops and galleries. The rooms were comfortable and welcoming, with everything you need to kick off your boots and unwind after a day of exploring. The restaurant was a standout Chef Christian’s dishes were memorable, and th...
J. Manuel Gonzalez
This is a fine hotel and an excellent choice for downtown Santa Fe if it fits within your budget. The standard guestroom is a little small but nicely furnished and stocked with an impressive bar. However, during my 3 days there I was bothered by noise during the day from banging neighboring guestroom doors, and at night by motorcycles despite the double-glazing. The bed itself was very comfortabl...
Kerrick Draper
Hotel staff incredible. Diago was outstanding our entire stay! We thoroughly enjoyed our tequila tasting. A must while staying at hotel. Great rooms!
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