"Desert Rose was an ideal stop between Colorado and Arizona. The property presents well from the exterior with some construction alongside.
Front desk staff were welcoming and answered questions. No direction or information on amenities was offered.
Room was on the upper floor as requested - elevators are not available. Room was clean and well provisioned. Furniture is very old with most of the finishing either rubbed or peeled off. A simple refinishing or oiling would do well to preserve this classical furniture. Bed was newer and comfortable. Bathroom was clean and towels were plenty.
Dinner at Duke's was very good; fillet prepared to exact temperature. Dessert menu sounded good with some made in house, but was not enjoyed. Staff were all excellent and appropriately friendly.
The breakfast room is huge! The buffet is standard hotel breakfast and not always appealing. With so few guests, fresher eggs would have been lovely - only two eating meat the kitchen could have the eggs freshly prepared. Freshly made waffles were also available.
Parking is sufficient and access off the highway was easy. The location provided an opportunity for an after dinner walk around "the neighborhood" and across the main road with caution.
Certainly not budget friendly, with a few extra touches this could bring the property to a good level. "