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During our cross-country road trip from Florida to Nevada, we made a stop in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to visit Meow Wolf, the original one. I had always wanted to experience it, so we decided to stay the night in town. Santa Fe has such a charming, artsy vibe and I wanted to soak that in. After a little research, I found Las Palomas, a boutique hotel that looked so cozy and had great reviews, especially for its breakfast.

A Charming Little Hideaway

Las Palomas is located just a short walk from downtown Santa Fe, close to many restaurants and shops. The property has a cute village-like layout with small paths that lead to each room. Our room, number nine, was tucked away in its own little nook with a small private gate. It was perfect for a bit of privacy and great for my dog Kuma.

Cute village-like layout of hotel rooms — Cute little “village” leading to our room

Gate number nine — We had a gate in front of our for extra privacy

Enjoying the terrace with patio table and chairs — Our lovely little terrace area

Inside the Room

We stayed in a king-bed room that came with a cozy fireplace, rustic furniture, and turquoise accents that gave it that signature Santa Fe look. The bed was a bit squeaky and not the most comfortable, but it was fine for one night. The room itself was on the darker side, which made unpacking a little tricky, but I did love the cute little bench nook and the hooks along the wall (though they are best for lighter items).

There was also a small sitting area that we mostly used to store our luggage and a working TV that we did not end up turning on because we were too tired from exploring Meow Wolf.

King room with Santa Fe vibes — King room with cozy fireplace

Dark entryway of hotel room — Very dark entryway

Table and chairs with fireplace in hotel room — The table and chairs were mostly used for storing items

The Kitchenette

One of my favorite parts of the room was the kitchenette. It came with a small stove, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and even a retro-style mini fridge that worked really well. They also provided pots, pans, utensils, plates, and glasses. Having this little setup made it easier to prep meals for Kuma and enjoy a simple snack or coffee in the morning.

Kitchenette in hotel room — Very useful kitchenette

Microwave, toaster, cutting boards and other useful items

Super cute red vintage fridge — Super cute vintage fridge

The Bathroom

The bathroom was surprisingly nice. I loved the blue-turquoise tiles that gave it a New Mexico feel. The shower looked newly renovated, although the water control handle was a little tricky to figure out. I appreciated that they had plenty of hooks, a magnifying mirror, and even a fan, which is rare in hotel bathrooms these days.

Spacious bathroom at Las Palomas Santa Fe — Spacious bathroom

Lather toiletries — Toiletries provided by Lather

The Breakfast

Breakfast is served daily from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. back at the main building, just a quick two-minute walk away. They offer a set menu with a few options such as a breakfast burrito, pancakes, or a traditional breakfast plate. Tyrone got the burrito while I tried the corn flour pancakes, which were good but not very filling. They also had extras like bagels, fruit, and pastries.

When we checked in, they gave us a small frozen lemonade shot, along with homemade chips and cookies for guests. It was a nice touch.

Hearty breakfast burrito — Breakfast burrito was definitely more hearty

Other Amenities

Las Palomas has a small fitness room, guest laundry, and an ice machine. The property is also pet friendly, which was a big reason I chose it. Kuma was very comfortable here.

One thing to note is that check-in is at a different building from where the rooms are located, but it is well explained and easy to find. They give you a laminated map with all the details and access codes for the gates.

The Not-So-Great Parts

My biggest complaint was the strong cleaning product smell, specifically Fabuloso. It hit me as soon as I walked in, and it is a scent I have a hard time tolerating. It gave me a bit of an allergic reaction, so that was tough. The other downside was the bed comfort, but for one night it was manageable.

King room with fireplace at Las Palomas hotel

Final Thoughts

Overall, Las Palomas was a cute and convenient place to stay for our Santa Fe stopover. I loved the charming layout, private little outdoor space, and pet-friendly vibe. The kitchenette and complimentary breakfast were definite bonuses, and the location made it easy to explore downtown Santa Fe and Meow Wolf.

If you are looking for a cozy, locally styled boutique hotel that welcomes pets and has a bit of that old Santa Fe charm, Las Palomas is a lovely choice for a short stay.