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2009 SMU-in-Taos Cultural Institute
Lodging Suggestions

Each enrollee in the Cultural Institute is responsible for making his or her own lodging arrangements. When you call to make your reservations, please let them know that you are with the “SMU-in-Taos Cultural Institute.”

Once your arrangements are made, please email us at taosci@smu.edu to let us know where you will be staying (even if you are staying in a private residence), so that we can keep up with all Cultural Institute participants.
 
El Monte Segrado – SMU’s “homebase”
Experience exquisite accommodations inspired by Native American and global culture and a dramatic art collection graced by world-famous artists. SMU will host several classes here.
.3 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.elmontesagrado.com
800/828-8267

Bed and Breakfast Inns

A personal touch from a local innkeeper can be found at these Bed & Breakfast Inns. Please visit their websites for details.
 
Adobe and Pines
Louis & Katherine Costabel have restored 8 charming rooms with a Southwest feel in a historic hacienda.  A wooded, secluded, garden setting near the turnoff to Ft. Burgwin.
8 rooms with rates from $98 to $185
4 mi from the Taos Plaza
800/723-8267 or 575/751-0947     
www.adobepines.com

American Artists Gallery House
Charles & Leann love to share local stories. Enjoy one of their eclectic cabins with single connecting rooms that might be nice for two singles.
10 rooms with rates from $95 - $195
1 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.taosbedandbreakfast.com
800/532-2041 or 575/758-4446

The Bavarian Lodge – Village of Taos Ski Valley
Old World opulence in a gorgeous mountain meadow. Worth the drive if you desire an alpine experience to complement the mesas and deserts of the Southwest.
17 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.thebavarian.net
575/776-8020

Casa Benevides
Barbara and Tom McCarthy, owners
30+ rooms with rates from $105 - $275
1 block from the Taos Plaza
www.taos-casabenavides.com
800/-552-1772

Casa de la Chimineas
Susan, owner
8 rooms with rates from $180 - $325
.5 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.visittaos.com
877/758-4777; 505/758-4777

Old Taos Guesthouse
Tim, Chris Buchanan's brother, and Leslie Reeves have housed SMU alumni & groupies for years in a variety of single, suite, studio or connecting rooms. 
10 rooms with rates from $95 - $165
2 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.oldtaos.com
575 or 800 /758-5448      

Salsa del Salto
Pam & Jim Maisey continue a tradition of being consummate hosts in a stunning home turned lodge.  Originally designed by Antoine Predock, the property offers tennis, swimming and soaking with mountain and sunset views. Near the charming, art-filled, mountain side village of Arroyo Seco.
8 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.bandbtaos.com
800/530-3097 or 575/776-2422

San Geronimo Lodge
Charles and Pam Tyler Montgomery, Innkeepers
18 rooms with rates from $95 to $150
*Can accommodate pets
2 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.sangeronimolodge.com
800-894-4119; 505/751-3776

Taos Country Inn
Yolanda Deveaux, a most gracious host, has large suites in a lovely pastoral setting.
1 mi from the Taos plaza.
www.Taos-CountryInn.com
575/758-4900 or 800/866-6548
 
Touchstone Inn & Gallery
Dramatically furnished by local artist/innkeeper Brinn Price. "THE place to stay in Taos, New Mexico..."- USA TODAY
1 mi from the Taos Plaza
www.touchstoneinn.com
800 or 575 / 758-0192
  

Condos and Homes

Many discerning visitors find fully furnished homes or condominiums most comfortable.
Quite an array of options in various locations!

Premiere Properties
www.taosvacationhomes.com
505/758-1792 

Quail Ridge Inn Resort
www.quailridgetaos.com
 800/624-4448 or 575/776-2211        
 
Edelweiss Lodge
Village of Taos Ski Valley.
800/458-8754 or 575/737-6900
www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
 
Alma del Monte / Spirit of the Mountain Luxury Vacation Home
800/ 273-7203
www.almaspirit.com