The Inn of the Five Graces

The Inn of the Five Graces is a luxury hotel and spa in Santa Fe, New Mexico, set in the historic Barrio de Analco, described by the property as the oldest neighborhood in the United States. Its suites and guest rooms are built into historic adobe homes dating back to the 1600s, and the interiors carry the signature style of designers Ira and Sylvia Seret, featuring sacred and tribal art, custom furnishings, and precious stone mosaics. The inn presents itself as a tranquil, art-filled retreat and as the only luxury hotel and spa in downtown Santa Fe, within walking distance of the city's restaurants, galleries, and shopping. The property began as "Serets' 1001 Nights," a 24-suite hotel opened in 1996 by Ira and Sylvia Seret, who were internationally known importers of exotic antiques, rugs, textiles, and architectural elements. They conceived the hotel as a showcase for their combined creative talents, filling it with treasures collected on travels through Central and South Asia. Sylvia Seret's one-of-a-kind tile mosaics adorn the suites' kitchens and bathrooms, while Ira Seret's design style shapes the overall living experience. In 2002 the inn was renamed to honor its sensuous atmosphere and its many Afghan and Tibetan artifacts; "Five Graces" refers to an Eastern concept — the five graces of sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste — each of which, in the founders' view, must be honored in the full experience of life. Over the years the Serets' original vision has been continually developed with attention to service, cuisine, and comfort, and the inn has grown into newly acquired properties along its historic street. In October 2009 Sharif Seret took on management of the property, bringing a focused dedication to creating a world-class hotel with unparalleled service; within a short period he elevated standards of service, amenities, and guest experience. The inn is a member of Relais & Châteaux and has earned recognition as one of the world's most distinctive luxury destinations, including being named the #1 hotel in Santa Fe by Travel + Leisure. Its amenities include the Five Graces Spa, signature services, and accommodations ranging from guest rooms and suites to a luxury three-bedroom villa, with views of the San Miguel Mission.

The Inn of the Five Graces occupies a cluster of traditional adobe buildings in the Barrio de Analco, the historic Santa Fe neighborhood that the property describes as the oldest in the United States. The buildings themselves date back to the 1600s, and the site sits along what the inn calls the oldest road in the country. The modern hotel began with Ira and Sylvia Seret, internationally known importers of exotic antiques, rugs, textiles, and architectural elements. They transformed a neglected cluster of adobe buildings into a unique luxury hotel, conceiving it as a showcase for their combined creative talents. It opened in 1996 as "Serets' 1001 Nights," a 24-suite hotel brimming with treasures the Serets had collected on travels through Central and South Asia. Sylvia Seret's one-of-a-kind tile mosaics adorn the suites' kitchens and bathrooms, while Ira Seret's signature design style makes every space an extraordinary living experience. In 2002 the inn was renamed to honor its sensuous atmosphere along with its many Afghan and Tibetan artifacts. The name "Five Graces" refers to an Eastern concept — the five graces of sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste — each of which needs to be honored in the full experience of life. Over the years, the Serets' original vision has been continually developed with meticulous attention to excellent service, cuisine, and comfort, and the inn has grown into newly acquired properties on its historic street. The owners continually enhance the hotel's visual experience, updating design elements and collection pieces throughout. In October 2009, Sharif Seret took on the management of the property, bringing a focused dedication to creating a world-class hotel with unparalleled service. Within a short period, he elevated the standards of service, amenities, and guest experience. Today the inn operates as a Relais & Châteaux luxury 5-star resort and spa, offering signature amenities, indulgent spa treatments, and exceptional service. It has earned consistent recognition as one of the world's most distinctive luxury destinations, including being named the #1 hotel in Santa Fe by Travel + Leisure. Accommodations range from guest rooms and suites to a luxury three-bedroom villa, with some rooms offering views of the San Miguel Mission, and the property remains the only luxury hotel and spa in downtown Santa Fe.

• 2009

  In October, Sharif Seret took on management of the property, elevating service and amenities.

• 2002

  Renamed The Inn of the Five Graces, referencing the Eastern concept of the five graces of sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste.

• 1996

  Opened as "Serets' 1001 Nights," a 24-suite luxury hotel created by Ira and Sylvia Seret.

A Relais & Châteaux luxury 5-star resort and spa in historic downtown Santa Fe, positioned as an art-filled, timeless oasis and one of the world's most distinctive luxury destinations.

• Guest rooms and suites

  Individually designed accommodations built into historic adobe homes, decorated with sacred and tribal art, custom furnishings, and precious stone mosaics.

• Luxury Three Bedroom Villa

  A three-bedroom villa among the inn's accommodation offerings.

• The Five Graces Spa

  The inn's spa, offering indulgent treatments in a tranquil setting.

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