Santa Fe National Forest, NM

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San Antonio springs consist of five springs that capture natural spring water cascading down the mountain. The pools are progressively cooler as you go down, and they are worth the hike down a 6-mile dirt road when the Forest Service locks the main gates, which is almost always.
Monastery Lake, part of the adjacent originally Trappist abbey, is now voluntarily leased to the New Mexico Game & Fish Department by the current Benedictine order. Regularly stocked with trout, this lovely pond is also beautiful to walk around on the dirt trail that rings it.
Monastery Lake resides next door to the Benedictine Monastery near Pecos, New Mexico. Used by local fishermen and fed by water diverted from the Pecos River, the lake sports a trail that hugs the perimeter for a lovely shaded walk.
Stand in the shadow of tall trees and keep your eyes peeled for hidden wildlife. Santa Fe National Forest is a rich environment for flora and fauna.

This dense growth of trees is located in Central New Mexico. Once you've explored everything you can at Santa Fe National Forest, have a look at nearby San Pedro Parks Wilderness, and Las Vacas Trail.

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La Fonda on the Plaza

La Fonda on the Plaza

4 out of 5
100 E San Francisco St Santa Fe NM
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$209 nightly
The price is $241 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$241 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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Book a stay at this historic hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,101 reviews)
Absolutely fabulous and Expedia saved a ton

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

La Fonda on the Plaza
Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe

3.5 out of 5
828 Paseo de Peralta Santa Fe NM
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$144 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$166 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,453 reviews)
Beautiful place. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel in Santa Fe
Inn and Spa at Loretto

Inn and Spa at Loretto

4 out of 5
211 Old Santa Fe Trail Santa Fe NM
$262 nightly
The price is $301 total per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
$301 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Fe. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The Hotel was amazing - the rooms, staff and amenities were on point. Plenty of nice shops in the hotel and right next door to the Loretto Chapel.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Inn and Spa at Loretto
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The Rass Mandal Residence:  A Unique Oasis for Families, Reunions & Getaways

The Rass Mandal Residence: A Unique Oasis for Families, Reunions & Getaways

Santa Fe NM
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and 8 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions Santa Fe ...
The Rass Mandal Residence: A Unique Oasis for Families, Reunions & Getaways
Romantic Pied-à-Terre

Romantic Pied-à-Terre

Santa Fe NM
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Fe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Fe Plaza and Santa Fe Climbing Gym are located ...
Romantic Pied-à-Terre
Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley

Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley

El Rito NM
Stay at this vacation home in El Rito. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service.
Casa Ambrosia: Unique Adobe Home with Mountain Views in a Beautiful River Valley
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