Only One Night in Taos? Sorry . . .

With only 6 rooms and one vacation rental, La Posada de Taos can't book 1-night stays in advance.  If we've got something open at the last minute, we can do it, but why take the chance?

Besides, one night in Taos isn't a good idea. 

There's too much to see and do.  If you're driving into Taos for a one-night stay, you're not going to get here until mid-day at the earliest.  This gives you about a half-day to visit the Pueblo and maybe do some gallery and shop-hopping.  You'll check into your B&B, go to dinner and come back for a nice restful night.  

The next morning you'll have an amazing breakfast and then what?  Check out is 11 am.  Oh, I'm sorry, you're leaving already?  Did you get to visit the Pueblo?  Did you get to the Harwood or Millicent Rogers Museums?  Did you visit the John Dunn Shops?  What about that horseback trip or the Hot Air Balloon Ride?  Did you drive the Enchanted Circle?  What did you think of the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge or the Wild Rivers Recreation Area?  Did you get to eat at Graham's Grille or El Meze or Lambert's?  Lunch at Lula's? 

I don't want to belabor the point, but Taos simply isn't the kind of place that offers much or caters to people who are in a hurry or just passing through.  Nothing personal, really.  Many of us stayed here or came here specifically to avoid moving at Mach IX with our hair on fire.  If you're ready to quietly slow down, then you're in for a treat.  If not . . .

As D.H. Lawrence said, "Time moves differently here."  If you're in a hurry, you're just not going to enjoy Taos at all.  In fact, you're probably going to think that people here are rude or indifferent. 

Innkeeper Brad Malone and his Mother, Mary Malone at Taos Pueblo

 I said in my recent review of Taos Pueblo on TripAdvisor.com, that people rushing through Taos often experience a major disconnect.  The problem is that we believe in moving at the "Speed of Taos."  It's slower and much quieter than many are used to.

A recent guest experience says it all.  While visiting the Pueblo, they allowed themselves the opportunity to find a place to quietly sit and take in the scene.   They're not sure how long they sat there, but it was at least a half hour.  Finally, they got up and visited some of the shops and met some of the residents of the Pueblo.  As they put it, "Suddenly this entire new world opened up to us.  People were friendly and genuinely interested in not only telling their story, but learning ours."


Open your heart to the possibilities of what this place offers to those who stay.  Many guests to La Posada de Taos leave with an understanding that they'll need to come back to finish what they started.

That's Taos. 

Adventure Package Update

La Posada de Taos recently announced that we would be offering an Adventure Package that includes 4 nights in a premium room and your choice of one of the following:  White Water Rafting, Horseback Riding, or the Llama Trek.  For an additional $75 per person, guests can choose the Hot Air Balloon Ride through the Rio Grande Gorge outside Taos.

As the snow begins to melt in earnest and the Spring Storms bring wet snows to the region, the headwaters of the Rio Grande River will begin to rise and pick up speed heading south.  Located in the San Juan Mountains northwest of Taos, the headwaters this year will be fed by a snow pack that is well above average.  Huge storms have pounded the San Juan Mountains all winter long and more are expected to bring that needed moisture in the coming weeks.  Although snow pack in the immediate vicinity of Taos is only 80% of normal, that will not adversely impact the white water rafting season.


Simply put, the White Water Season is here NOW and it's time to come and see what all the fuss is about.  Here's a general video from Travel Guide New Mexico regarding Adventure Sports in Taos.

Another source of some great Taos Box White Water experience can be found in the following video:

Here's another particularly good video we love:

The White Water portion of the package is truly an exciting adventure and we wanted to fill in some details.  


1.   Any true package includes features that you cannot possibly buy separately for the same price or less elsewhere.  In this case, the individual costs of rooms plus white water rafting trips for 2 would range from $1,100 to $1,300.  Not only do we discount our rooms, but we discount the white water rafting trip and we pay the local lodger's tax.  Total savings for guests booking La Posada de Taos' Adventure Package is substantial.


2. Local white water companies do not guarantee any particular run of the Rio Grande in advance due to changing weather and water conditions.  Therefore, when you book with us, although we cannot guarantee the Taos Box is going to be available, the outfitter company does guarantee an amazing adventure somewhere in the nearby vicinity that will include some whitewater.  In our experience the need to change away from the Taos Box can be governed primarily by extreme high or low water conditions as well as extreme weather.  Although the need to change away from the box is rare, we believe in full disclosure.


3.  White Water Rafting is a sport.  This means that you need to be able to swim.  All Taos outfitters insist that those participating in this sport on their rafts must be able to assist in their own rescue.  Each person is provided with safety equipment including helmets, life vests and other gear the guide believes is necessary on the day of launch.

4.  Children under 12 are not allowed on these trips and age restrictions rise with water levels, so be sure to check with us regarding age limitations.  If you have children under 12, there are plenty of other white water choices right here in the vicinity for just about any age.

5.  La Posada de Taos' Premium rooms are large and comfy.   They have whirlpool style tubs and showers in the private bath.  Each room has a private entrance and a wood-burning kiva fireplace.  Each morning you will be provided with the full, multi-course breakfast prepared by one of our professional chefs and each day our housekeeping staff will refresh your room completely.  Your Innkeeper will serve as your Concierge during your stay, assisting you in making restaurant reservations and directing you to and from the Adventure.


If you're ready, give your Innkeeper, Brad Malone a call today:  (800) 645-4803.

Hot Air Ballooning in Taos: A Once in a Lifetime Adventure

Have you ever imagined a balloon trip where the main thrill

is going down instead of up?

We're very excited to be offering this year's Adventure Package featuring a hot air balloon adventure on Pueblo Balloons.  It's an amazing opportunity to experience something that few ever get to see or do.

A balloon adventure in Taos can truly be described as one-of-a-kind.  Where else in the world can you fly down?  Really. 

Innkeeper and La Posada de Taos' Chef Michael Carter Prepares for the Flight

Just outside Taos where hot air balloons fly just about every day sits a huge volcanic rift known as the Rio Grande Gorge.  Located at the bottom of the virtually flat San Luis Valley, the Gorge is quite a sight. Each morning just after sunrise, balloons launch near the rim of the Gorge and ride a cool, sinking current of air into that giant crack in the Earth.

Flying in the Rio Grande Gorge (Photo Courtesy Pueblo Balloons)

As the balloon sinks the pilot guides it down to the Rio Grande River where riders are treated to various forms of "baptism."  Pilots are known to simply skim the bottom of the basket along the top of the water or to allow it to sink slightly below the surface for a "Splash and Dash." 

Because the bottom of the Gorge slowly drops in elevation as it meanders south just outside Taos, the current of air takes the balloon slowly beneath the towering cliffs.  Ranging from several hundred to almost 1000 feet, the walls of the Gorge are impressive volcanic formations.

Flying Just Above the River in the Rio Grande Gorge

Before you know, however, it'll be time to pop up and gain altitude to get a magnificent view not only of that incredible rift, but of the towering Sangre de Christo Mountains of the Southern Rocky Mountain Chain.

Flying Above the Rio Grande Gorge

La Posada de Taos' Hot Air Balloon Adventure Package offers you a deal you can't get anywhere else:  4 Nights in a Premium Room at Taos' Top-Ranked B&B, all the amenities we offer plus a once-in-a-lifetime Hot Air Balloon Ride through the Rio Grande Gorge.  Because this is a Package Deal, you save over $250 by booking it directly with us.

Give Innkeeper Brad Malone a call to book your Adventure today:  (800) 645-4803.