Inn of the Turquoise Bear

Lovely place for a girls trip. Breakfast was delicious; happy hour on the front terrace was beautiful; and the rooms were fun, quirky, and one of a kind. Amazing history to the place as well. Innkeepers are helpful and thoughtful. This is a delightful place (and the antithesis of a big hotel).

We loved our 3-day stay at the "Bear". We were in town to visit friends but also hoping for a quiet and comfortable retreat to just "hang out" between visiting and sightseeing. We were not disappointed. The weather was chilly and damp during much of our stay, so we did not get to enjoy the grounds and the inviting nooks and crannies as much as we would have liked. But between our very comfortable and cozy room and the lounge in reception we felt right at home. Owner Dan and his team were most welcoming, and responsive throughout. The breakfasts were individually and lovingly prepared - a delicious start to the day. And we really enjoyed the daily Sunset Cocktails hosted by the Innkeeper; a wonderful way to get to know our fellow travelers. This is an exceptional inn and we hope very much to return. Highly recommend.

The Inn of the Turquoise Bear is what draws us back to Santa Fe year after year. For us there is no other place to stay. The breakfasts are world class cuisine made with such love and creativity. Sitting around the big table with all the other guests getting to know such interesting people is such a unique experience. Spending time in the evening with Dan and other guests over amazing conversations over a glass of wine is an exquisite part of the stay. The rooms are fantastic and filled with such history. Dan knows the area and can direct you to the best restaurants, hikes and places to see in Santa Fe. Absolutely 5 star.

Stopped in Santa Fe for a few days while driving to the west coast. I chose Inn of the Turquoise Bear due to the quality of it's reviews and the historical nature of the estate. Boy and I glad I did. It was the highlight off the trip. Wonderful food, warm service, authentic adobe estate and fascinating history. Absolutely the highlight of my visit to Santa Fe.

Incredibly peaceful and away from the bustle of tourists- yet walking distance to the major destinations. Amazing service. Gourmet breakfast. An acre of solitude with immaculate gardens, towering trees abounding with birds. Perfect getaway.

We’re recently retired and we celebrated our first trip post-retirement with a visit to New Mexico…the Land of Enchantment. The highlight of this visit was our three night stay at the Inn of the Turquoise Bear. This 200+ year old adobe is an amazing, authentic New Mexico pueblo adobe villa. Updated with so many modern amenities. So charming, amazing gardens, mountain views, nooks and crannies both inside and out where you can soak up the amazing history of Witter Bynner and the estate he created. Dan, Alex, and Caitlin were so gracious, warm, and helpful in helping us plan our trip and ensured we had everything we needed during our stay. You feel like family here...but in a good way! The breakfasts were truly amazing and the common breakfast table is a wonderful place to meet new people but we also dined outside on their beautiful terrace with views for miles! Such a tough decision on where to dine for breakfast!! Stay here! You won’t regret it. We’re looking forward to a return…more to stay at the Inn, though Santa Fe is definitely worth more visits! Three days weren’t enough!

Just returned from a fabulous stay at the Inn of the Turquoise Bear. The staff were welcoming and very attentive. Innkeeper Caitlin was exceptional, very personable and accommodating. We stayed in the Shaman room which was spacious, well appointed and enjoyable with an in-room wood-burning fireplace. The area had received several inches of snow the day before our arrival, and this added a unique sense of beauty to the entire property. All of the pathways and common areas were well- maintained to ensure easy movement. Our bed was spacious and very comfortable with luxurious sheets. We did not rent a car and found the property nicely situated within walking distance to Canyon Road and the downtown area at the Plaza. We did Uber a couple of the evenings due to the extremely chilly weather, but was very economical due to the close proximity to restaurants and shops. Breakfast served daily in the beautiful gathering place was always a joy. There was a great variety with yogurt, fresh fruit, hot coffee and an array of juices. Then delicious choices of Huevos Rancheros, blue corn pancakes & pumpkin ginger waffles. Yum! We look forward to returning to Santa Fe in the warmer months, and will definitely look forward to returning to the Turquoise Bear. Thank you for your amazing hospitality!

The Inn was very charming and comfortable. The breakfast’s were excellent and a great variety of choices. The staff were outgoing and helpful. They were very accommodating and they took the time to answer any questions. We would certainly book there again.

Lovely and romantic bed and breakfast. The grounds are beautiful with many little “hidden” places to enjoy the sunshine or starry nights. The breakfasts were delicious. Coffee, tea, water and snacks were always available. A wine hour in the evening. All of the staff members were so friendly and accommodating. We celebrated our anniversary and it was truly memorable!