Palacio de Marquesa

We stumbled upon this hotel by luck. We were looking for any room in Taos for the night of a big concert. Unfortunately the concert was rained out but we discovered and loved Palacio de Marquesa. It was built as a private home. in the late 1800’s. It is incredibly beautiful. The rooms are lovely and the service is supreme. We were treated so well by tje host who even offered to drive us to the concert. The breakfast! I would go back just for that. It was a disappointment to miss the concert but our stay at Palacio de Marquisa made up for it!

We highly recommend this Taos gem. It is a short walk from the Taos Plaza and conveniently located near the Taos Pueblo, Millicent Rogers Museum of Art (a must-visit), and the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. We had three really lovely nights at the Palacio Marquesa in May 2024 and look forward to returning The 8 rooms at his better-than-anticipated B & B are named and decorated for the eight women who left their artistic mark on the area. We originally reserved the ICON room, named for Georgia O’Keefe. Upon check-in, we were upgraded to the ROMANTIC room, named after the painter Doroty Brett. It was a large, well-appointed room with one of the most comfortable hotel beds we’ve had, complete with high-quality linens. The generous-sized bathroom has a huge walk-in marble shower and all the amenities one could require. We arrived well before check-in time, and Pamela graciously welcomed us and stowed our luggage so we could explore the area. The real standout of our stay was Chef Nicholas, who could truly be at the helm of a Michelin-starred kitchen anywhere in the world! As other reviewers have commented, his gourmet breakfast buffet was outstanding. Each morning, the dining room was filled with the scent of homemade croissants (two varieties, almond, and chocolate!) right out of the oven, homemade granola (which became my favorite afternoon snack), cereals, fresh berries, yogurts, just squeezed juices, a unique frittata each day, and a local Indigenous dish. During our stay, we tried the hand-ground blue corn “atole.” Chef Nicholas prepared this simple yet satisfying porridge with a touch of local honey and a smidge of cinnamon, and at his direction, I topped it with a spoon of cream- amazing! He also suggested we visit Chokola, the café and chocolate shop off the plaza's side street. We would not have stumbled upon this ourselves if he hadn’t, and we are so glad he did. The shop specializes in ethically sourced “bean-to-bar” award-winning chocolates. He also provided us with suggestions for local restaurants. However, we hope he expands the dining at Palacio Marques beyond his gourmet breakfasts. We sincerely believe he could make it a European-style destination restaurant & inn.

We stayed in the Matriarch Suite, which is an absolutely beautiful room on this gorgeous property. We were greeted immediately upon arrival and check-in went very smoothly. Pam was incredibly accommodating and made sure we knew how welcome we were. Nicholas provided abundant information about activities and restaurants in the area. The suite was spotless when we arrived and had all the amenities one could need for a single night or multiple night stay. A gourmet breakfast was provided and was top notch...some of the best we've had at an inn. We were able to use the pool at their sister resort, which was a great way to relax after traveling. If you are looking for a luxurious and charming bed and breakfast in Taos, you will not be disappointed with Palacio de Marquesa.

We were greeted by our host Pam & she was full of suggestions for good places to eat, entertainment, shop, or walk. We love walking & found an excellent restaurant (Lambert’s) within 10 minutes. We lingered after dinner to window shop & get a drink. We walked back in the dark (using a flashlight) to our room (Icon) but stopped in the reception room to grab a cookie to enjoy in our room with tea & coffee. Our room had comfortable chairs, a refrigerator full of water and half & half for our coffee & tea. We had a selection of coffees & teas to choose from. The bed was comfortable & the decor made us feel like we were fully immersed in the Taos experience. We had table & chairs on the patio to sit out & enjoy the fall colors. It was a warm day but the room was comfortable with the overhead fan & open window. No a/c but there wasn’t a need for it. The old Pueblo village is a short car ride away. Parking was easy as well. The breakfast selections were exceptional & our morning host made us feel most welcome. He was full of information about things to do or eat in the area. We visited with other guests at breakfast which made our experience even better. We hope to stop again the next time we are passing through Taos on our way to visit family & friends in NM & CO.

I thought this place was great. It's small and unconventional, you'll still use a metal key to enter your room, but those kind of touches is what gives this place character. We brought our dog, and they put us in a dog friendly room that was at the end of the building. Since this place is small and there isn't a lot of foot traffic, your dog won't get as anxious as a conventional hotel where they can constantly here other people. Or maybe it's just my Golden that gets overly concerned with what's going on outside. He's got serious FOMO. Best part of this place is the breakfast. Wow! It's a treat, and one of the best hotel breakfast I've ever had, and most definitely the best one I've had in the States. The location is great, and walkable to the Plaza where you'll find great restaurants, and shops. I would definitely book this place again when I return to Taos. Oh...room, and bed were super comfortable and quiet. Had all the room amenities you need.

Stayed at the Palacio in early March 2025 for a ski trip w/ my wife. Had a wonderful stay. The breakfast was amazing and amongst the best breakfasts I've ever had. Nicholas is an amazing chef and host. The bed was extremely comfortable and the roof was spacious (we stayed in the Matriarch Suite). Price was reasonable. Would happily stay here again if ever in Taos. Thanks for a great stay!

Delightful property and had rustic charm. Our staff was very personable, Pam and Chef Nickolas. It was easy to unload and load luggage. It was quiet, small and the property is off of the beaten path. The room was very clean. There were enough needed amenities. The bed was very nice and comfortable. Our breakfast was to beat all! Chef Nickolas did an outstanding job preparing breakfast for kings! I would rate it Zagat quality. The best meal in Taos and we dined at the best restaurants while there.

Beautiful historic hotel that is easily walkable to downtown Taos. The hosts, Pam and Nick, were both great and offered very useful tips on hikes and hot springs. The included breakfast is also fantastic. We stayed in the Matriarch Suite, which I highly recommend. It is extremely private / quiet has a great library / sitting area and a private balcony. This is an extremely romantic Inn.

Every year, dear friends visit us in Taos on their way to Tucson. They always pick out a different nice B&B or hotel each time. Until now. They stayed at Palacio as our guests in December and were so impressed they have decided Palacio is now their Taos place. I agree. Fabulous rooms, incredible breakfast, very attentive staff.