BEST WESTERN KACHINA LODG

This beautiful lodge with southwestern charm is located by the exit to Taos Pueblo, Taos Ski Valley and Rio Grande Gorge. It lies about 1.5 km from the Taos Mountain Casino, 3 km from the village of Taos Pueblo, about 25 km from Taos' skiing area and some 200 km from Albuquerque. Renovated in 2005, this hotel consists of a main building and 7 annexes, each with 2 storeys, and a total of 118 rooms. The 24-hour reception and hotel safes are situated in the air-conditioned lobby. Dining options here include the Kiva café with evening entertainment and the Hopi Dining Room, an air-conditioned restaurant, which serves local cuisine. Several conference rooms are available for business guests. Furthermore, there is a games room with video games and a hairdresser's salon to make use of. The laundry facility completes the offerings here, and parking is available for those arriving by car. Local phone calls are free. Guests have access to a complimentary hotel bus service to the airport. In addition, guests are offered a free wine and cheese reception every evening. The modern rooms all come with an en suite bathroom with a shower, a bath and hairdryer. Further fittings include a direct dial telephone, radio, free Internet access, satellite/ cable TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. All of the carpeted rooms also include an iron and ironing board. The air conditioning and heating are individually adjustable. All rooms have either 1 king-size or 2 queen-size beds. There are no connecting rooms. In the hotel's grounds is a heated swimming pool, which may be taken advantage of in the months of May to October. It is also possible to relax in the hot tub or try a massage or beauty therapy. Sports enthusiasts may wish to play a game of billiards or try yoga. A complimentary hot breakfast is served daily.