Hacienda Vargas      
PO Box 307, Algodones, NM 87001-0307, USA     (800) 261-0006
 
 

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$79
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Description

Circa 1840. Nestled among the cottonwoods and mesas of the middle Rio Grande Valley, between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, Hacienda Vargas has seen two centuries of Old West history. It once served as a trading post for Native Americans as well as a 19th-century stagecoach stop between Santa Fe and Las Cruces. The grounds contain an adobe chapel, courtyard and gardens. The main house features five kiva fireplaces, Southwest antiques, Spanish tile, a library and suites with private Jacuzzis.

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Rates

$79 to $149

Payment types accepted include Visa, Master Card, American Express and Travelers Checks.

Amenities

This property has 7 total guest accommodations with private bath, 6 with fireplaces, 4 suites. The types of beds available include Queen and Twin.

  • Air Conditioning

Events Hosted

    • Romantic Getaways
    • Family Reunions
    • Weddings

Language Spoken

Spanish


Santa Ana Suite

The Santa Ana suite, named for the Pueblo located just south of the Hacienda, is a spacious two-room suite that reflects the history of New Mexico and evokes memories of the past. This rustic retreat is filled with the spirit of the Old West from the artwork from local artists to the tin ceiling in the private bathroom. The Santa Ana has a front sitting room complete with wide wood plank floors, a futon sofa which can make into a full size bed, a sitting area with table & chairs and an antique oak Hoosier. The bedroom has a queen bed, oversized chair and a gas kiva fireplace. The private bathroom has a double Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. Through the bathroom, there is a second private entrance from which you can step into a small private courtyard perfect for watching sunsets.

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San Felipe Suite

The San Felipe Suite, named for the Pueblo just north of the Hacienda, is a spacious two-room suite that reflects a mixture of romantic and southwestern decor. There is a front sitting room complete with wide wood plank floors, a futon sofa which can make into a queen-size bed, table and chairs, and an antique oak block ice cabinet. The bedroom has a queen bed, vanity and a gas kiva fireplace. The private bathroom has a double Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. There is a second private entrance through the bathroom. From there, you can step out to a small private courtyard that faces west. It’s a perfect place to enjoy the sunset.

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Santa Fe Suite

The Santa Fe Suite, accessed through an archway in the inner courtyard, provides seclusion, romance and a sense of timelessness. The archway leads into a small private walled-in, bricked courtyard. The Santa Fe is named after the capitol of New Mexico, translated as the “Town of the Holy Faith.” Just as the Pueblo, Spanish and Anglo cultures of Santa Fe interweave the old with the new to create a rich and mystifying “Land of Enchantment,” the Santa Fe Suite seamlessly meshes the old with the new. The bathroom floor, composed of 100+ year old bricks, combines with the modern double Jacuzzi tub to fuse the past with the present. The kiva fireplace along with the “coved” ceiling enhances the experience of serenity. The Santa Fe has a queen bed, a sitting room separated by a half, stair-step wall and a spacious bathroom with double Jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower and lounging settee.

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Kiva Suite

The Kiva Junior Suite, located in the main Hacienda building, is a spacious getaway. It’s perfect for relaxing all day long or using as a home base after exploring New Mexico. The Kiva is aptly named in honor of the Native American kivas you will find in all the Pueblos and historical sites such as Bandelier, Coronado and Chaco Canyon. This is our most popular room and has been frequently re-booked by guests over the years. The Kiva has a queen bed, a wood-burning kiva fireplace, sitting area with table and chairs, a twin day bed separated from the main room by a half stair-step wall and a private bath with a single Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower. The elegance and romance here is accentuated by blue furnishings, rich blue bathroom tiles and a massive antique armoire with mirror. Use the private outdoor entrance through French doors to enter the inner courtyard which is home to a 200+ year old tree.

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Peña Junior Suite

The Peña Junior Suite, located in the main Hacienda, is a spacious and airy room perfect for hanging out during the day and with plenty of space for regrouping at the end of a long day sightseeing or hiking. The name is in honor of Amado Peña, a favorite Southwest artist of Jule Vargas, the original owner of Hacienda Vargas. This comfortable getaway has a queen bed and a twin day bed, plus a table and chairs, and a large wood-burning kiva fireplace. The private bath features a large antique claw-foot soaking tub and shower with antique fixtures complete with water closet toilet and pedestal sink. The vanity and medicine cabinet are pieces from the well-known New Mexican Robert Wagoner’s former dentistry office. The suite is artistically decorated with wall stencils and displays the original 150+ year old adobe wall through a glass encasing called a Truth Window. In addition to the entrance from inside the Hacienda, the Peña has French doors which open out to the Hacienda’s north yard.

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Piñon Room

The Piñon Room, located in the main Hacienda, sits at the former 1920s location of the Algodones Post Office. Celebrating the native Piñon tree of New Mexico, we burn the aromatic piñon in our fireplaces and serve the precious piñon nut in our pancakes. The Piñon’s massive, wood-burning kiva fireplace enhances coziness and comfort. In addition to its entrance from inside the Hacienda, the Piñon has an outdoor entrance from the North yard. The Piñon has a queen-size bed and a rocker for enjoying the firelight or reading. The private bathroom has a large old-fashioned claw-foot tub and shower with antique fixtures, a pedestal porcelain sink with antique fixtures and a water closet toilet. The bedroom’s furnishings are simple, yet complete with an antique armoire and shaded standing bedside lamps.

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Acoma Room

The Acoma Room, located through a private entrance from the inner courtyard just outside our historic chapel, is a quiet and cozy space where you can relax, think about days gone by, and unwind. Dedicated to the people of the Acoma Pueblo, this peaceful retreat features two-foot-thick authentic adobe walls and original brick floors provide comfort and serenity to those who sleep here. The massive kiva fireplace is non-functional today, but stocked with candles, while the traditional niche is home to local pottery. The Acoma’s private bathroom has a miniature, antique soaking tub as well as a walk-in shower. The Acoma offers a double bed and a sitting area with table and chairs, as well as wood beam ceilings, soothing southwest colors and an antique Singer sewing machine complete with working treadles.

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Reservation/Cancellation Policies:

Minimum Stay Requirements

Only on balloon fiesta

Cancellation

Ten days prior to arrival, except during Balloon Fiesta; first two weeks of October, 30 days

Smoking

Smoke Free Property.


Other Activities

    • Antiquing
    • Fishing
    • Live Theater
    • Shopping (Local Crafts)
    • Skiing Downhill
    • Sports Events, Major College
    • Golf Mecca
    • Car Racing

Historic Interest

Coronado Monument, Indian Ruins (5 miles), Bandelier National Park (40 miles), Chaco Canyon (80 miles)

Historic Awards:

  • Local Register (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday except holidays or Balloon Fiesta.


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Ramirez Wedding

My daughter and son-in-law had their reception at Hacienda Vargas on May 4th, 2013. We were very worried about the weather, as it has been dry and windy. The Lord blessed us with a beautiful day. Prior to the wedding, we met with the owners, Spence and Cynthia. They were efficient and on top of every detail. When we got to the reception, everything was set up perfectly. It was beautiful. The reception was very fun and stress-free because the staff (five, I think) made sure everything went as planned. An outside reception is a little risky, but I was very happy with the venue. I didn't spend the night, but the wedding party did. They said breakfast was delicious. One last thing, the RailRunner runs right by the property. The first time it passes, it is a little startling. It passed maybe three more times in the five hour period. After the first time, it is actually pretty cool--especially at night. Everyone cheered when it passed.
Patricia Raborn

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We had two wedding guests in wheel chairs. The staff did make sure they had adequate access to restroom; however, we took our own portable ramp. They may want to invest in one.
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Romantic

I hope you can make the time to stay at this inn, there is something about it that is hard to describe. It feels like staying in a museum after everyone else has left and you are free to take it all in at your leisure. Magical. The fireplace works with the flip of a switch and the jacuzzi tub soaks relaxation right in.
kellina martin
newport beach, CA

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Visit The Range and The Shooting Star for the food! We went back 3 times!
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The Best

This is the best! Breakfast was the best we've ever had!
Anonymous
newport beach, CA
10/21/2008

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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3 Review(s)
67% would stay again
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Albuquerque Journal (Country Inns), Vogue, San Francisco Chronicle.

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