Though small, Taos, New Mexico, has a commanding reputation in the travel world.
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The town is located at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, which is one of New Mexico’s premier skiing and hiking destinations. Mountains aside, Taos is a picture-perfect desert town that’s full of unique characters. It’s even considered the birthplace of the Earth Ship, a sustainable, modular type of home that now has a global impact.
In other words, you’ve got natural wonders coupled with a seriously quirky and independent small-town atmosphere. You can ski, you can stargaze, you can shop at dozens of local galleries and boutiques—it’s a solid setup for just about any type of traveler.
During my visits to Taos, I’ve been lucky enough to stay with friends and at private rentals. In both cases, I stayed in adobe-style homes, which is the only time in my life I’ve had the opportunity to cozy up by a kiva fireplace.
While I’d love to recommend a list of Earth Ships that you can rent on Airbnb, they aren’t always beginner-friendly. You might need to perform some basic maintenance, and you might not have as much electricity or warm water as you’re used to.
Instead, I recommend booking an adobe Airbnb in Taos—they’re varied, they’re comfortable, and they’re a hands-off way to soak up the Southwest. You’ll notice some are located in El Prado, which is a separate town that borders Taos to the north.
Short list: top 3 Adobe Airbnb in Taos, New Mexico
- Best views: Magpie & Raven Mountain View Casita (Taos)
- Great for couples: Boho Adobe (Taos)
- Most stylish: The Villages – Taos (El Prado)
Stylish Adobe Airbnbs in Taos, New Mexico
Casa Zia (Taos)
Located in the sought-after Taos Historic District, this gorgeous Spanish Pueblo Revival home dates back to the early 1900s. That gives you a historic setting to settle into, along with a historic district to explore on foot. Plus, this Adobe comes with dozens of modern features, from fast fiber-optic internet to a fully equipped Viking kitchen. Think: rustic Adobe luxury.
Magpie & Raven Mountain View Casita (Taos)
Head to the edge of Taos for this homestead-style Adobe home that offers unbeatable views of the mountains. The sunrises and sunsets are also stunning to behold from the furnished porch. This is a cozier, more lived-in Adobe where you can expect a homely stay. You can also read through dozens of notes from other guests, many of whom gush over the views.
Boho Adobe (Taos)
This studio home is perfect for couples who want a simple, remote escape with a cool backstory. The Adobe was originally built as a dance studio in the 1950s for Maria Benitez, a famous Flamenco artist. The home is also surrounded by a .25-acre plot that has more greenery than many areas in town, and is well-connected to popular hiking trails. It’s whimsical, comfortable, and perfect for disappearing with your lover for a week or two.
Enchanted guesthouse (Taos)
This guesthouse has a homestead feel, as it’s located on a 10-acre farm that produces apples, cherries, apricots, and peaches. The simple Adobe structure has wooden beams and a full kitchen. Though it’s a guesthouse, you have plenty of room both inside and outside to take on Taos at your own speed.
Private adobe studio (Taos)
This adorable historic Adobe studio was once a creative studio for Ralph Meyers. Meyers is a homegrown Taos painter who helped create the Spanish Colonial and Southwestern design that the area is known for, thanks to his creative projects. Meyers was known for buying and renovating Adobe studios, which he would lease and sell to other artists. Here, you can live up to that history at this Adobe. It has a lovely flower-filled courtyard that leads to Taos’s beloved historic district.
Casita Cañon (Taos)
This guest suite comes with a private entrance and patio that showcases mountain views. This Adobe is about three miles from town, giving you easy access to places like Taos Ski Valley. Despite the more remote location, you’ve got everything you could want—from a comfy mattress-topper to high-speed internet. As a perk, this Adobe was designed and built by an architect from Arcosanti, which is an architectural style that works with ecology to create sustainable homes.
Stylish Adobe Airbnbs in El Prado
The Villages – Taos (El Prado)
Get the most of your Adobe experience with this masterful setup. You have gorgeous views of the mountains from a plot of 1.5 acres, which is shared with the property’s other Airbnb (below). Enjoy a fire pit, hot tub, and BBQ grill outside. The interior is an ode to Southwestern style, from the décor to the Kiva fireplace to the kitchen tiles. The same hosts also run Los Pueblos – Nambe in El Prado, too. You can reserve both, if you want, which sleeps up to eight.
Deep Mesa (El Prado)
This three-bedroom Adobe is perfect for a small group. The mountain views are unbeatable, while the large living, dining, and kitchen areas are ideal for group hangouts. There are even workspaces in two bedrooms, in case anyone needs to log some hours. Just know that this one is about four miles from downtown Taos.
Casa Panoramo (El Prado)
Step into a traditional Pueblo-style Adobe, which has a wood-burning Kiva fireplace and viga beams in the ceiling. There are even handmade Saltillo tiles for anyone with an eye for design. In the front yard, you can enjoy mountain views from an adorable sitting area. This is also a two-bedroom home, meaning you can comfortably sleep up to four, or up to six with a sofa bed.
The same hosts also run Casita Romantica, which is a one-bedroom rental that’s better suited for couples.
Geodesic Earth Dome (El Prado)
Want an Adobe that pushes the boundaries? This unique Adobe is shaped like a geodesic Earth dome, giving you an octagonal-shaped studio. It’s a mostly off-grid project that runs on a sitting shower setup and a compost toilet. The dome is also chemical-free, meaning you might notice some critters. It’s located around three miles from Taos town and has direct hiking paths on the property.
