Inn Details

Located close to the Plaza in downtown Santa Fe, the Inn of the Turquoise Bear occupies the home of Witter Bynner, who for decades was a prominent citizen of New Mexico. Noted as a poet, playwright and essayist, Bynner was a staunch advocate of human rights, including the rights of women, Native Americans and other ethnic minorities.

Bynner's rambling adobe villa, constructed in Spanish-Pueblo Revival Style, is on the National Register of Historic Places and is consider one of Santa Fe's most significant structures. Bynner and Robert Hunt, his companion of more than 30 years, were famous for the parties they hosted in this house. Their celebrity guest list included D. H. Lawrence, Ansel Adams, Igor Stravinsky, Martha Graham, Willa Cather, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Stephen Spender, Christopher Isherwood, Georgia O'Keeffe, Mary Austin, Thornton Wilder, Robert Oppenheimer, Robert Frost, W. H. Auden, Lynn Riggs, Rita Hayworth, Errol Flynn and countless others.

Bynner's home, in its magnificent garden setting, was the center of intellectual and creative activity in Santa Fe. Robert Frost and Ralph Bolton, the owners and innkeepers, have faithfully restored the property. Their goals - as innkeepers and as custodians of the home and land that Bynner loved - are to rekindle the spirit of excitement, hospitality and creativity for which this home was renowned in the past, to protect and extend the legacy of its famous creator, and to provide their guests with the experience of a unique setting that captures the essence of traditional Santa Fe. They are painstakingly restoring the adobe villa and the gardens to their former glory. They look forward to the privilege of serving as your hosts during your visit to Northern New Mexico.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Downtown
  • Nearest major city: Albuquerque, NM (55 miles South)
  • Directions to property:
    From I-25, take exit 284, go North approx 1.3 miles, bear right to continue on Old Pecos Trail; Go about 1.3 miles more, turn left onto E. Buena Vista St, and Left into the first driveway.
  • Nearest major airport: Albuquerque, NM (ABQ) 55 miles

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 10 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 235.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 235.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00
  • Other Accommodations: Suites
    The Bynner-Hunt Suite has two bedrooms on the second floor.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
    • On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Videos
  • Wedding Facilities

    • Meals

    • A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 7:30to 9:30
    • Breakfast is served in the In room if requested, Breakfast/dining area
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese

    Policies

    • Minimum stay required (Two or three day minimum stay required during some holidays)
    • Smoking is allowed outside only (No smoking indoors)
    • Guest pets are welcome (Inquire about restrictions.)
    • Children are welcome (Inquire about policy.)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
    • Deposit amount required (A deposit of one night's room rate and taxes is required to confirm a reservation.)
    • Check in time is 3 PM and Check out time is Noon
    • Cancellations:
      Reservations canceled more than 14 days prior to scheduled arrival will have deposit minus $20 fee refunded. Within the 14 days, the guest is responsible for the entire amount of the reservation. Holidays, special events, July and August require a 30 day advance notice to cancel.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Better Business Bureau
      • International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association
      • New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association
      • New Mexico Lodging Association
      • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Ralph Bolton & Robert Frost
      Robert: hotel management specialist, navy veteran; Ralph: anthropologist, author, lecturer. Our interests: current affairs, history, reading, and travel.
    • The innkeepers speak: Norwegian, English, French, German, Spanish
    • There are 2 cats on the property
    • There are 2 dogs on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Ski area, Winery

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sunbathing, Hot tubbing, Massage and spa treatments, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Video Arcade, Whitewater Rafting

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    Santa Fe Nearby Cities

    Noted below are the approximate distances from Santa Fe, New Mexico.

    Pecos B&B's - 17 milesChimayo B&B's - 22 miles
    Cowles B&B's - 18 milesEspanola B&B's - 22 miles
    Cerrillos B&B's - 20 miles 

    Contact Information

    Inn of the Turquoise Bear B&B Bed and Breakfast
    Inn of the Turquoise Bear B&B
    342 E. Buena Vista Street
    Santa Fe, NM 87505
    USA
    Phone: +1-505-983-0798
    Fax: +1-505-988-4225
    Toll-free: +1-800-396-4104
    Innkeeper(s)
    Ralph Bolton & Robert Frost
    Rates:
    $115 - $235
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    The imposing and unusual 5-sided portal that marks the entrance to the main Salon.The living room of the house is open to all guests for reading and relaxing by the fire. Complimentary wine and cheese is served nightly.
    From a side view of the inn's main entrance, you will notice the private balcony of the Bynner guest room.Santa Fe in winter provides a less crowded atmosphere in which to enjoy the regional traditions of the holidays, including the glowing paper lamps, or "farolitos," that line the rooftops of most buildings.
    The fireplace in the Shaman guest room provides an intimate and romantic setting.The Bynner guest room features a king-sized bed, woodburning fireplace, two large sitting areas, and a private balcony overlooking the gardens.
    The D.H. Lawrence guest room, located on the second floor of the house, features a queen-sized bed, private sitting area, woodburning fireplace, and private bath with tub and shower.The Georgia O'Keeffe guest room features a king-sized bed, private sitting area, woodburning fireplace, and private bath with tub and shower.
    The Shaman guest room features a king-sized bed, two sitting areas, woodburning fireplace, and private bath with shower.The Spud Johnson guest room, our fully ADA-Compliant room, is located in the old carriage house and features a queen-sized bed, wood-burning fireplace, and private bath with a large tiled shower. Adjacent to the parking area.
    The Edna St. Vincent Millay room is a bright, cheery room with views of the gardens and the mountains, a queen bed and small sofa. A semi-private bath with shower is shared with the Willa Cather room across a common entryway.The Igor Stravinsky room, named for the famed composer who was a house guest here, is true Santa Fe charm and character. Bright and sunny, there are mountain views. The queen bed is in a beamed alcove and the bath has the old claw-foot tub and shower combination.
    The Willa Cather room has a queen sized bed, large chair and a wood-burning fireplace. The bath is semi-private and is shared with the Millay room across the hallway.The sun begins it ascent over the Sangre de Cristo mountains.
    The Ansel Adams room is a small, but comfortable room, with a queen bed, private bath with claw-foot tub and shower combination. There is a small courtyard right out the door.An arch of fragrant French lilacs and the sound of flowing water greet you as you enter the garden from the parking area. These steps are original to the house, circa 1920.
    The O. Henry room has a queen bed, fireplace, small sofa and a private bath with a very large Talavera-tiled shower.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Celebrity guests
    • Friendliness of staff
    • Heritage Preservation Awards
    • History
    • Popular evening social hour
    • Spacious gardens
    • Antiques/decor
    • Business travel
    • Excellent views
    • Gay / Lesbian Travel
    • Group events
    • Honeymoons
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast
    • Historic Inn

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Spanish-Pueblo Revival
    • Built in 1850
    • Opened for business in 1996
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2006
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (On site free parking)