Rancho de San Juan - Espa?la - reviews of Rancho de San Juan in Espa?la

Rancho de San Juan is located at the converse of the Ojo Cliente River and the Chama River Valleys as they flow into the magnificent Rio Grande River at the San Juan Pueblo. Rich in the history of the Hispanic culture, the valley was first enjoyed by the pueblo Indian tribes as a place for hunting and fishing while in route to the natural healing mineral springs of Ojo Caliente (Spanish for Hot Eye). The first Spanish village in the valley was named Ranchos de San Juan and was located directly across the river from where the inn now is located.

The Rancho?s luxurious suites and guest rooms are decorated with antiques, art and fireplaces and offer private terraces for outdoor enjoyment. Its elegant restaurant serves award-winning cuisine, enhanced by fine custom porcelain and family silver for candlelight dining: a feast for the senses.

Chef/Owner John Johnson has established the international award-winning restaurant at Rancho de San Juan as the most creative restaurant in New Mexico. Exploring the bounty of nature with creative sophistication and artistic presentation, he has taken an innovative approach to gourmet dining, offering an ala carte dinner menu (appetizer, entree, and dessert) with options that are changed weekly.

Today?s visitors to Rancho de San Juan can enjoy numerous recreational, historical and cultural activities all within a short distance.