Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Resorts Collection

We came for a business celebration. The lodge staff goes above and beyond continuously. No detail is ignored. We experienced an authentic southwest resort weekend. Accommodations are amazing. The property is incredible and the service outstanding.

Pros and Cons – Bishop’s Lodge, Santa Fe Pros: 🌄 Beautiful, peaceful setting in the foothills 🐎 Excellent horseback riding team (special thanks to Ricky and Molly) 🎨 Fun and memorable activities (Painting at the Stables, Archery, Feed the Horses) 🍳 Some good dining experiences and warm service from select staff Cons: 🛌 Poor lighting in rooms, slow internet, inconsistent housekeeping 📧 Frustrating pre-arrival concierge experience and activity booking errors 📟 Multiple billing mistakes and overcharges at checkout 🛎️ Inconsistent service at SkyFire restaurant and during checkout 🏖️ Poorly maintained pool area with no food service ❌ Visible local community protests and environmental concerns 🏨 Overall experience felt corporate and soulless compared to other Auberge resorts After two exceptional stays at Blue Sky in Utah, we wanted to try another Auberge property offering horseback riding on-site. Unfortunately, we found Bishop’s Lodge lacking compared to Blue Sky. 🛌 Rooms We stayed in the Tesuque section, where the bedroom had very limited lighting and often felt like a cave. I frequently had to use a flashlight to find belongings because the lamps and bedside reading lights didn’t adequately illuminate the room. The complimentary internet connection was incredibly slow (no more than 15mb/s), making even basic browsing frustrating. Housekeeping and turndown service were inconsistent. Oddly, we received a “welcome” letter on our last night — after already being there five nights. When we ran out of the in-room Three Sisters amenities and followed instructions to request a refill, it took about two days to arrive. Ordering in-room dining required calling the front desk to be transferred rather than having a direct line — an unnecessary and irritating step. Even then, dining staff sometimes confused our room number. A small but annoying detail: the room’s smoke detector had a blinking light that became very bright and distracting at night. 📧 Pre-Arrival Experience My travel agent connected me with Kimber Falkinburg, who was quick to welcome us and connected me with the concierge, Marama. Unfortunately, Marama did not respond to emails from October through January until my travel agent was copied back on the communications. Compared to Blue Sky (where activity options, details, and pricing were provided in one clear PDF), Bishop’s Lodge's activity planning felt unorganized and required a lot of detective work. Errors continued: Marama booked our horseback ride for the wrong day — and added an extra rider not in our party. When I flagged the issue, her response was: "I manage the payment of the horseback ride—promise I will not charge you. ☺️ We are still having little booking hiccups with our platform—apologies!" However, at checkout, the incorrect charge still appeared on our folio. After departure, Marama emailed again to say: "I understand that my colleague accidentally charged you for 4 riders..." I found this unprofessional — both in shifting blame and in not following through on her original promise to resolve the issue proactively. 🛃 Checkout I arranged a pickup for our departure morning, but when the time passed without arrival, I called the front desk — only to be told the bellhop was busy with another guest. Pickup was delayed by about 15 minutes. In contrast to other luxury resorts, Bishop’s Lodge did not proactively confirm departure logistics the day before or ensure a timely farewell. I also identified two overcharges (the horseback riding mistake and missing Virtuoso breakfast credits). I emailed about these concerns the day before checkout but never received a response. I had to bring it up in person at checkout and am still awaiting corrections. 👥 Staff We had excellent experiences with several staff members: Ricky and Molly from the horseback riding team David (third-party artist) who led "Painting at the Stables" Mark (I believe that was his name), who ran activities like archery and "Feed the Horses" earlier in the week A very kind in-room dining attendant who was attentive and personal each time he delivered food On the flip side, the experience at SkyFire was mixed. The younger hostess was often absent when we arrived and not particularly welcoming. SkyFire’s general staff was mostly good, but service was very slow on Friday when the restaurant became busier. 🏖️ Pool The pool area was lightly staffed. Towels ran out. Used chairs weren’t promptly cleaned and reset. There was no food service by the pool. We likely would have used this amenity more if there had been better oversight and service. ⛑️ Community Impact One of the most unsettling aspects was seeing anti–Bishop’s Lodge signs throughout Tesuque regarding the resort's wastewater leach field plans — and active protests at the entrance during our departure. The resort’s advertising about being "immersed in the vibrant culture of Santa Fe" felt tone-deaf when you see firsthand how much local opposition there is. Final Thoughts While Bishop’s Lodge offers moments of beauty, the overall experience fell short of the service and soul we expect from a true luxury resort.

The property is gorgeous, and the staff are the most welcoming and attentive I've ever experienced. A trip of a lifetime! Relaxing, peaceful, and great fun. Skyfire served delicious, wholesome and unique dishes. Any place you dine on property is a beautiful setting. Stunning views from every vantage point.

I stayed at Bishops Lodge for the first time in March and I can’t say enough how amazing my experience was. The suite was beautiful, warm, convenient with quiet luxury. In addition, the staff and restaurants were exceptional. I highly recommend booking Bishops for your next Santa Fe vacation.

We had a marvelous experience at Bishop's Lodge! There are lots of hiking trails near the resort that we took advantage of. The pool is also lovely and a great place to relax with a good book. The employees were extremely helpful and friendly. It's also private and quiet but still convenient to Santa Fe for dinners, shopping. The Mercedes fleet was amazing!