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El Monte Sagrado Review
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El Monte Sagrado 
$$$$, Taos
Fodor's Review:
El Monte Sagrado. Pricey but classy (although the resort has lowered its rates a bit in recent years), El Monte Sagrado is an eco-sensitive New Age haven offering all manner of amenities, from alternative therapies like milk-and-honey body wraps to cooking and wine classes. A short drive away, the property has an expansive ranch property that's available for you to explore on horseback or on foot. Suites and casitas are accented with exotic themes, ranging from Native American designs to foreign flourishes from faraway lands including Japan or Tibet. A popular outdoor area dubbed the Sacred Circle is a patch of grassy land encircled by cottonwoods. The on-site restaurant, De la Tierra, serves daring cuisine.
Member Reviews & Ratings:
Beautiful accommodations, disappointing service
Posted by L_I_F_E from Miami Beach, FL on 10/7/07
While the concept and design are stunning, the execution leaves quite a bit to be desired. The staff was sweet and smiling, but had little idea of how to run a resort of this caliber. For the money, I sure expected better service. Word of warning- the 'package'I had reserved to ensure a flawless trip free from figuring out 'what to do', was completely unfulfilled. I was informed only after arriving and going to the spa to work out details, and then told I'd been given a room upgrade. The spa director threw in a free dinner when she saw I was not happy, but the bad taste in my mouth lasted way longer than the mediocre dinner. Save your money. Taos is amazing and doesn't need the coorporate sheen to make it enjoyable, really.A wonderful getaway...
Posted by Michael from Albuquerque on 3/19/06
The service is excellent, except maybe in the bar; otherwise, no complaints whatsoever! The restaurant's food was delightful, its service was top-notch, and the room we stayed in (the Carribean) was extremely comfortable. It's all pricey, sure, but if you're only staying a few nights every so often, big deal: it's worth it, and it's fun to be pampered now and then. And, the hotel is an easy walk to the Taos Plaza and other restaurants, such as Lambert's and Michael's, and to Eske's Brew Pub.
INFO
- Address: 317 Kit Carson Rd., Taos, NM, 87571
- Phone: 505/758-3502; 800/828-8267
- Fax: 505/737-2980
- Web site
- Hotel Details: 18 suites, 18 casitas
- In-room: kitchen (some), refrigerator (some), Wi-Fi.
- In-hotel: 2 restaurants, room service, bar, children's programs (ages 4-12), pool, gym, spa, laundry service, bicycles, some pets allowed (fee). minibar.
- Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V
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