Things to do on the property and nearby
On the property: unlimited access to the communal thermal soaking pools and the seasonal heated saltwater pool (hours vary by type), a full-service Ojo Santa Fe Spa with 12 treatment rooms, complimentary morning yoga, a fitness center, and 77 acres of private hiking trails. Nearby: El Rancho de las Golondrinas is a short drive; the historic Santa Fe Plaza, Meow Wolf, and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum are all about a 20-minute drive from the resort.
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Thermal soaking pools and seasonal saltwater pool
Every overnight stay includes unlimited access to the resort’s communal thermal soaking pools from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, including on arrival and departure days. The seasonal saltwater swimming pool is open April through October and is included with lodging and day-soaking passes when it is open.
Day soaking for non-overnight guests runs daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM with no reservation required (day-pass pricing is published on the resort site). In inclement weather (for example, lightning) the resort may close pools until it is safe to reopen.
- Lodging guest soaking hours: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Day soaking hours (non-overnight): 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Seasonal saltwater pool: open April–October
- Robe rental is available for day guests for an extra fee (per resort info)
| Facility | Typical access hours |
|---|---|
| Communal thermal soaking pools | 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM (lodging guests) |
| Day soaking (non-overnight) | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Seasonal heated saltwater pool | Open April–October |
Ojo Santa Fe Spa treatments and facilities
The on-site Ojo Santa Fe Spa has 12 treatment rooms and offers a menu of signature therapies (examples include Ojo Dreaming, Rio Grande Hot Stone Massage, and scrubs with local botanicals). Spa services require guests to be 18 or older and are available by appointment.
Spa facilities include a co-ed eucalyptus steam room, a dry sauna, and private steam showers. Some treatments incorporate Round Barn Apothecary organic skincare and the resort’s locally sourced botanicals.
- Signature offerings cited on the menu: Ojo Dreaming, Rio Grande Hot Stone Massage, Blue Corn/Prickly Pear/Sea Salt Scrub
- Spa services: 18+ only
- Day-soaking passes may include access to steam room and sauna (check front desk for details)
| Service example | Notes from resort |
|---|---|
| Ojo Dreaming | Multi-part journey combining massage, scalp and foot therapies (listed as signature experience) |
| Rio Grande Hot Stone Massage | Uses hand-gathered basalt stones |
| Blue Corn/Prickly Pear Scrub | Body scrub mixed by hand before service |
Dining at Blue Heron Restaurant
Blue Heron Restaurant is the on-site waterside restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a seasonal menu focused on local ingredients from Ojo Farm and regional producers. The restaurant does not operate as a separate full bar venue, and reservations are recommended for dinner.
Guests do not have to be staying overnight to dine at Blue Heron; the dining room offers pond views and an outdoor patio when weather allows.
- Hours listed on the resort site: Breakfast 7:30 AM–10:30 AM, Lunch 12:00 PM–3:00 PM, Dinner 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Dress is resort casual; some guests wear robes to breakfast
- Menu highlights mentioned by guests include ruby trout, whipped feta, green chile fries, and a Wagyu burger
| Meal | Hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Lunch | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
Fitness, yoga and outdoor activities on the grounds
Complimentary morning yoga is included for lodging guests and is held in the Yoga Studio at the Sages Center, which overlooks gardens and a koi pond. The resort also maintains an on-site fitness center with basic equipment such as a treadmill, free weights, and exercise balls.
The property covers 77 acres of high-desert terrain with private hiking trails that guests may use for self-guided walks and exploration. Terrain across the grounds includes gravel, flagstone, cement, brick, and compacted dirt paths.
- Complimentary morning yoga for lodging guests (held in the garden-view Yoga Studio)
- Fitness center hours: open daily 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM (per resort information)
- Self-guided hiking on 77 acres of trails across varied terrain
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Morning yoga | Complimentary for lodging guests; garden/koi pond views |
| Fitness center | Treadmill, weights, exercise balls; included with stay |
| Self-guided hikes | Access to 77 acres of private trails |
Nearby cultural and outdoor attractions
El Rancho de las Golondrinas, a living-history ranch museum with historic buildings, is a very short drive from the resort; overnight lodging guests receive complimentary daily tour passes. The resort sits about 20 minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, where museums, shops and galleries are concentrated.
Other nearby attractions within reasonable driving distance include Meow Wolf’s House of Eternal Return and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Longer day-trip options from Santa Fe include Bandelier National Monument and Pecos National Historical Park.
- El Rancho de las Golondrinas: historic ranch museum, short drive from the resort; complimentary tour passes for overnight guests
- Santa Fe Plaza: roughly a 20-minute drive to central historic and cultural sites
- Meow Wolf and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum: popular Santa Fe cultural destinations about 20 minutes away
| Attraction | Typical travel time from resort |
|---|---|
| El Rancho de las Golondrinas | A very short drive (property notes) |
| Santa Fe Plaza | About 20 minutes |
| Meow Wolf / Georgia O’Keeffe Museum | About 20 minutes |
Meetings, events and small-group options
The Moon House Venue and other meeting spaces at Ojo Santa Fe are sized for intimate gatherings and small corporate retreats. The Moon House is noted as suitable for gatherings up to roughly 25–30 guests and offers a terrace with a fireplace and pond views.
The resort lists meeting and event space options across indoor and outdoor areas totaling several thousand square feet in various configurations, making it practical for small retreats, workshops and weddings that favor a quiet setting.
- Moon House Venue: intimate indoor-outdoor space with fireplace and deck (capacity listed around 25–30 guests)
- Blue Heron Main Dining Room and patio can also be used for group dining or events (reservations recommended)
- Resort is commonly used for small wellness or executive retreats
| Venue | Approx. capacity |
|---|---|
| Moon House | About 25–30 guests |
| Blue Heron Patio / Dining Room | Varies by configuration; reservations recommended |
| Outdoor decks / lawns | Configured case-by-case for small groups |
