The Most Beautiful Village in the World! View of Arroyo Seco from SnowMansion.

All Linens Provided! No Chores!

All Guests have full use of Restaurant Style Kitchen.

Micro Fridge & Memory Foam Toppers in Private Rooms.

Wireless and Wired Internet.

Pool Table-Library-Games-Frisbee-PingPong!

snowman@newmex.com

575-776-8298

Right across from the hostel is the Taos Indian Pueblo's sacred land. A short drive away is the famous Taos Ski Valley ( www.skitaos.org ) and Carson National Forest. Soak in natural hot springs, hike, backpack, horseback ride, challenge the whitewater of the Rio Grande ( www.farflung.com, www.bigriver.com, www.losriosriverrunners.com ), go on a llama trek ( www.llamaadventures.com), mountain bike Ski and Snowboard Rentals ( www.cottamsskishops.com , www.gearingupbikes.com ) , fly-fish ( www.edadamsflyfishing.com , www.solitaryangler.com ) the many rivers and streams or visit the 800-year-old adobe village at Taos Pueblo. Be sure to stop by the famous Taos artist colony and the 80 art galleries in the area. Most importantly don't forget to eat plenty of New Mexico green chile!

Private Room w/ Prvt Bath

Pool Table & Piano

Economical Trips for individuals, couples, families and groups.

We're a family-run establishment like those which have served travelers throughout Europe since the beginning of the century. The SnowMansion is a clean, comfortable facility with a casual friendly atmosphere. We are great for individuals, couples, families and groups!

We've been hosting summer and winter groups for over 30 years...Our lodge is designed with groups in mind. A large portion of our 7,000+ sq. ft. is devoted to common areas for the exclusive use of our guests. Our six large dorm rooms open into the main common area which hosts a piano, pool table, and fireplace. Each of the dorm rooms has its own bathroom and shower room, so there is no need to go outside your room to use the facilities. Our dining room just off the main area, can also be used as a meeting room. Group leaders love the SnowMansion layout because of its safe environment and ease in chaperoning their groups. We offer special group discount rates for 10 or more guests. For your group we are the ideal and affordable choice. Clean comfortable & inexpensive... and don't forget convenient too. We are just minutes from the ski slopes on the main road to the Taos Ski Valley.

Dining Room & Kitchen

Dorm Room

All guests have free use of the kitchen facility in the morning and evening.

In the spring, we open up the campsite tipis, cabins and outdoor kitchen, accommodating people in a close, friendly setting. Hostellers have full use of indoor and outdoor kitchens, equipment storage areas, linen rentals and on-site parking.

After Ski Season at the SnowMansion - A Study and Outing Center

The SnowMansion is the ideal location for group vacations, meetings, workshops, study tours and retreats. From a simple overnight accommodation as you travel through town, to a week of touring and recreational activities planned and organized by us, we are prepared to fill your group's needs and be your base of operations in the Taos area.

Activities available for the 2006 season include: daily yoga practice (Anusara down the road: www.taosyogarhythms.com, Hatha and Ashtanga in Taos: www.sonyaluz.com, Hatha next door: 575-776-YOGA), in-house massage, rock climbing/mountain skills www.climbingschoolusa.com ) and personal growth programs. River rafting (www.farflung.com, www.bigriver.com, www.losriosriverrunners.com ), Bike Riding and Ski/Snowboard Rental ( www.cottamsskishops.com , www.gearingupbikes.com ), Horse Back Riding ( www.lajitasstables.com/taos.htm ), LLama Trekking ( www.llamaadventures.com ), Ballooning (www.taosballooning.com), Fly fishing ( www.edadamsflyfishing.com , www.solitaryangler.com ), Skiing ( www.skitaos.org ), Snowboarding ( www.angelfireresort.com ).

If your project in Taos indicates the need for a guide or lecturer in whatever field, we do maintain contact with people specializing in just about every area of local interest who are prepared to offer their service where needed.

Whatever the purpose of your group's trip, for quality facilities, experienced professional service and economy, contact us here at the SnowMansion. We would like to be your study and outing center in northern New Mexico.

Directions: From Taos Plaza, go north 4 miles (Rt. 64 and 68) to traffic light, turn right on Rt. 150 drive 5 miles to village of Arroyo Seco. Look for us at 476 State Hwy 150. We are the first building in Arroyo Seco on the left-hand side.

RATES

CANCELLATION POLICY

• A 50% deposit is required to hold the reservation
• The balance is due on arrival
• A 2 week cancellation notice is required to receive a full refund
• Within 2 weeks, if we resell your space a deposit will be refunded.

• A 50% deposit is required to hold the reservation
• The balance is due 6 weeks prior to arrival
• A 12 week notice is required in order to receive a full refund
• Within 12 weeks, deposits will be refunded if spaces resold

RESERVATIONS

Visa, Mastercard are accepted with reservations (advisable at peak periods).
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