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El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Colonial hotel with a 24-hour business center and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
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Just steps from Santa Fe Plaza, El Sendero Inn features local artwork in its gallery. Guests can borrow bikes to explore or relax by the seasonal outdoor pool with a children's area. The property includes a 24-hour business center and restaurant for travelers' convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(131 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Large)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(126 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(168 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
311 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, 87501

What's nearby

  • Loretto Chapel - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canyon Road - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Fe Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Georgia O'Keefe Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Fe Depot - 13 min walk
  • Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Del Charro Saloon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The French Pastry Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Shed - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Pasqual's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel remodeled in 2021 and located near Santa Fe Plaza
An art gallery on site, a 24-hour business center, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • 1 meeting room, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Bicycle tour information, snow sports gear, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, convenient parking, and central location
Room features
All 83 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Zheng Chinese Restaurant

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snow sports gear
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1880
  • Colonial architecture
  • Renovated entire property - May 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March to October
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Garretts Desert
Garretts Desert Inn
Garretts Desert Inn Santa Fe
Garretts Desert Santa Fe
Garrett`s Desert Hotel Santa Fe
Garretts Desert Hotel
El Sendero Inn
Garretts Desert Inn
Sendero Inn, Ascend Collection
El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection Santa Fe
El Sendero Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Santa Fe

Frequently asked questions

Does El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per day.

What time is check-in at El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Santa Fe, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Loretto Chapel and Santa Fe Plaza. Mountain Trails Gallery and Jackson-Kirkland Gallery are just steps away. Santa Fe Depot is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

El Sendero Inn, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 902 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 420 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1466 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1466 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy parking. Nice rooms for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super close to everything and a lot cheaper.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very reasonably priced and comfortable hotel within easy walking distance to the plaza. Comfortable and good quality mattresses and beddings. Excellent and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here before, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to the plaza and historic sites. Nice hotel for an affordable price with a decent pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jaime p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time we've stayed here. Great place to stay in downtown Santa Fe! Clean, great staff and very convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location at an affordable price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price was good for being so close to the plaza. This hotel suited our needs well .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location--clean property and ease to check in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jaime p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location near he Plaza.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We especially enjoyed it's location - close to the plaza, churches of interest, and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was unbeatable and the pool was clean and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
El Sendero is a beautiful property! The staff was extremely kind and helpful. The restaurant inside was delicious. It's close to historic downtown, so it's within walkin distance to a lot of good food spots and places to visit and shop. I can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value, good location close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice area and a decent price for the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. This is our new hotel anytime we go to Santa Fe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Very close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean. Attentive staff
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, right by the Plaza
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Great stay! Beds were comfy and loved how quiet the motel is.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location and can easily walk to many of the better sites
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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