A sister concept to El Rey Court, the 128-room resort has been transformed by French & French Interiors, bringing a fresh new spirit throughout the newly designed rooms and public spaces including a music venue, bar and lounge, and outdoor pool
Hotel Glorieta, a new leisure resort perched on a scenic hilltop above downtown Santa Fe, is officially opening on October 25 to unveil a thoughtfully reimagined hotel experience to guests. Now owned by Bullwhip Capital and JMI Realty – who are also behind Santa Fe’s beloved El Rey Court – the 128-room property brings a strong community-oriented spirit to the city with public spaces inspired by Santa Fe’s landscape, history, and culture, including a music venue, bar and lounge, outdoor pool and hot tub, and direct access to BLM land.
With interior design led by nationally-recognized firm French & French Interiors, every aspect of the property, which was formerly The Lodge at Santa Fe and originally built in 1976, has been transformed to reflect a modern interpretation of Santa Fe style. Warm wood tones and contemporary silhouettes greet guests in the lobby, which also houses a curated retail and merch shop offering branded items such as vintage inspired tees, local artisan wares, and travel essentials like first aid kits and pocket watercolour sets.
Primely located near the lively downtown, Hotel Glorieta offers unparalleled access to cultural attractions like the Loretto Chapel, Santa Fe Opera, and Santa Fe Plaza, alongside the city’s expansive arts and dining scene. Its name draws inspiration from the surrounding landscape and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, which the property overlooks and provides direct access to.
Upgraded Public Spaces and Guest Rooms
Newly renovated public spaces capture the cultural vibrancy of Santa Fe. This includes The Marigold Room, an intimate hub for live entertainment which hosts local bands and national touring acts alike, made special by its energy and sound. Outdoors, the Leisure Club features an outdoor pool and hot tub on a refreshed pool deck with custom bolsters in earthy tones and ivory outdoor sofas, while a barrel sauna will be installed shortly following the opening – all designed to create a relaxed yet stylish retreat. The nearby Pool Bar offers refreshing margaritas, frozen cocktails, wine, beer, and light snacks. Guests also enjoy access to the well-appointed fitness centre and nearby BLM hiking trails, in addition to offering yoga classes, with future community programming plans such as fireside history and stargazing chats, which will further connect travellers to Santa Fe’s cultural and natural landscape.
Each of the 128 guest rooms and suites highlight the hotel’s original architectural character with black vigas, a hallmark of Southwestern-style design. Rough-hewn ceiling beams and modern Southwestern-style rugs are paired with pine furniture that was preserved and elevated to create a contemporary and moody palette that reflects the artistic roots of Santa Fe. Rooms now feature rich smoky green walls, while suites boast a deep taupe colour, offering private balconies with views of the surrounding mountains, wood-burning fireplaces, jetted tubs, four-poster king beds and wet bars. Select suites also include Casita-style entrances separate from the main hotel.
A New Food & Beverage Concept
Lady Duff’s Lounge, the new sultry lounge and cocktail bar, is named for Lady Duff Twysden, the stylish muse behind Brett Ashley in Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises. Drawing inspiration from the city’s rich folk art heritage and Santa Fe’s long-standing ability to attract creative minds, figures like Hemingway and Twysden were famously drawn to the city. The lounge serves elevated bar fare, prohibition-inspired cocktails as a nod to Lady Duff, and unique fine wines with an ever evolving menu, with a full service restaurant to debut down the line. Its design combines graphic prints with a green and terracotta palette, while original tin lanterns were preserved to marry a sense of historical character and glamour within the approachable setting.
Enhanced Event Spaces
Designed for both leisure and events, Hotel Glorieta also boasts a variety of indoor and outdoor venues for all types of occasions, including meetings, weddings, and other events. This includes an expansive outdoor lawn situated in front of an intimate Chapel, and the Maravilla Ballroom for weddings and grander affairs, while The Marigold Room and Lady Duff’s Lounge can be reserved for private parties catered by the hotel.
Introducing a dynamic blend of leisure, cultural, wellness, adventure, and culinary offerings across six acres of land, Hotel Glorieta is creating a vibrant destination designed to foster community and connection. www.hotelglorietasantafe.com