Dunshee’s B&B and Casita
“It’s a warm, hospitable, and comfortable place to center your stay in Santa Fe,” says Maxon-Edgerton. 986 Acequia Madre, 505/982-0988, www.dunshees.com.

Inn of the Anasazi
“I suggest the hotel for its ambience and location near the Plaza,” says Maxon-Edgerton. 113 Washington Ave., 505/988-3030, www.innoftheanasazi.com.

The Inn of the Five Graces
Trowbridge likes the “upscale funky” vibe. “It’s in old buildings that have been renovated,” she says. 150 East DeVargas St., 505/992-0957, www.fivegraces.com.

La Posada
“It’s one of the oldest hotels in town and has a very nice spa and good restaurants,” says Coles-Christensen. 330 East Palace Ave., 505/986-0000, www.laposada.rockresorts.com.

Ten Thousand Waves
It’s best-known for its day spa, and the 13 rooms and cottages are built into the landscape. 3415 Hyde Park Rd., 505/992-5025, www.tenthousandwaves.com.

Aqua Santa
“It’s where you’re most likely to see celebrities dining,” says Coles-Christensen. 451 West Alameda St., 505/982-6297.

Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill
“The place for drive-through burritos,” says Coles-Christensen. “When my wife is out of town, she assumes I’m eating here.” 301 Jefferson St., 505/820-2862, www.bumblebeesbajagrill.com.

Café Paris
“It has good pastries. Try the cheese Danish and the fruit tart,” says Coles-Christensen. 31 Burro Alley St., 505/986-1688, www.cafeparisnm.com.

Cafe Pasqual’s
“Owner Katharine Kagel researched traditional ingredients used in Southwestern cooking,” says Coles-Christensen. 121 Don Gaspar Ave., 505/983-9340, www.pasquals.com.

The Compound Restaurant
“My favorite restaurant,” says Coles-Christensen. “I go for the duck, and for lunch, the stacked salad.” 653 Canyon Rd., 505/982-4353, www.compoundrestaurant.com.

Diego’s Café & Bar
“It’s the least frequented by tourists and is where we go for chiles rellenos,” says Coles-Christensen. 193 Paseo de Peralta, 505/983-5101.

El Farol
While exploring the galleries of Canyon Road, take a time-out at this cantina. “Sit on a portal and have tapas and drinks,” says Trowbridge. 808 Canyon Rd., 505/983-9912, www.elfarolsf.com.

Geronimo
In a 1756 adobe home, this award-winning restaurant has long been the place for upscale dining. 724 Canyon Rd., 505/982-1500, www.geronimorestaurant.com.

Harry’s Roadhouse
“You can’t not go to Harry’s,” says Trowbridge. “Mostly locals come here. It’s an old, creaky roadhouse with an outdoor garden.” 96 Old Las Vegas Hwy., Ste. B, 505/989-4629.

La Casa Sena
“Wonderful New Mexican cuisine and a beautiful courtyard,” says Trowbridge. “They have a great wine list.” 125 East Palace Ave., 505/988-9232, www.lacasasena.com.

La Plazuela
Check out the Bell Tower Bar for amazing sunset views. 100 East San Francisco St., 505/982-5511, www.lafondasantafe.com.

Mu Du Noodles
“Try the Beef Jantaboon,” says Maxon-Edgerton. 1494 Cerillos Rd., 505/983-1411, www.mudunoodles.com.

Railyard Restaurant & Saloon
Maxon-Edgerton suggests ending an afternoon of exploring the Railyard District here. 530 South Guadalupe St., 505/989-3300, www.railyard restaurantandsaloon.com.

Sage Bakehouse
“Everyone orders pies months ahead for the holidays,” says Coles-Christensen. 535 Cerrillos Rd., Ste. C, 505/820-7243.

Santacafé
“My favorites are the spring rolls and the calamari,” says Maxon-Edgerton. 231 Washington Ave., 505/984-1788, www.santacafe.com.

The Shed
“Known for its green chile stew -- fabulous!” says Trowbridge. 1131Ú2 East Palace Ave., 505/982-9030, www.sfshed.com.

Tia Sophia’s
“The daily specials are delicious, and the breakfast burrito is a favorite of many,” says Maxon-Edgerton. 210 West San Francisco St., 505/983-9880.