With the most expensive rooms for miles and a striking contemporary, offbeat vibe, this spectacular resort draws strong opinions – some that adore the cleverly decorated and whimsically themed rooms, others who find the resort a bit overrated or too fancy and fussy for laid-back Taos. This "green" (environmentally minded) resort consists of 36 generally huge suites and cottages, a spa offering holistic-minded treatments, a fabulous restaurant, and a Native American-inspired common outdoor area with shade trees and lawns. The rooms each have a distinctive theme, from Far East Asian minimalism to Native American spirituality. El Monte Sagrado may not be for everyone, but devotees would never consider staying anywhere else in Taos.