Discover the Enchantment of Santa Fe this Holiday Season at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado

Experience the sparkle of Santa Fe this festive season as Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe transforms into a dazzling winter escape. Surrounded by glowing luminarias and colourful seasonal décor, guests are invited to create new traditions in the Land of Enchantment with winter adventures, wellness programming and seasonal Spa offerings, along with celebratory meals together to experience the magic of the destination.

“The holidays in Santa Fe are truly magical — from the glow of luminarias to the spirit of community that shines so brightly this time of year,” says General Manager Melissa Sims. “We're honoured to share these traditions with our guests and neighbours, creating moments of joy, togetherness and discovery that make the season so special.”

Fun on the Mountain
The Land of Enchantment transforms into a magical winter wonderland with adventure-filled days of hitting the slopes at Ski Santa Fe, where 86 powdery trails ranging from novice to expert await to be discovered alongside challenging moguls, extensive glade runs and a ski school. After a day on the slopes, unwind with a warming fire prepared by the Resort’s Fireplace Butler in the comfort of guest’s casita, or roast s’mores by the glow of the Terra firepit, watching the sunset over the surrounding mountains.

Holiday Cheer and Festivities
Evoke good cheer with a series of festive-infused offerings, activities and events, including:

• 12th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony: To kick off the holiday season, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado is unveiling its festive tree on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Guests and the community will enjoy a lighting ceremony, holiday market, and festive treats and beverages, including assorted holiday cookies, apple cider and spiced hot chocolate. Also available will be a pop-up Sip and Shop for signature Four Seasons retail collection for holiday gift giving.  
• Cookie and Gingerbread House Decorating, S’mores and More: Get creative while enjoying sweet treats with holiday cookie and gingerbread house decorating kits or cozy up around Terra’s outdoor firepit with nightly complimentary s’mores kits and hot cider service.
• Complimentary Holiday Mixology Classes: Learn to make festive libations with Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe’s complimentary mixology classes available at Terra Bar on select evenings throughout the season.

Holiday Spa and Wellness
‘Tis the season to relax, unwind and practice self-care with an escape to The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado for a personalized wellness journey rooted in rejuvenating the mind, body and spirit.

Kicking off October 1, 2025, throughout the month of December, a seasonal scrub and warming pumpkin specials welcome fall and early winter. Specials include:

• Seasonal Earth Body Scrub, 50 minutes, USD 225: Inspired by the life-affirming, grounding strength of the mountains, this seasonal body scrub is rooted in notes of sandalwood and fir needle, giving this treatment the air of a majestic forest. 
• Nourishing Pumpkin Hot Stone Massage, 80 minutes, USD 325: Experience the soothing warmth of heated stones as they glide across sore muscles, releasing tension and promoting deep relaxation, providing a nourishing and rejuvenating experience. Following the treatment, lounge fireside in the Warming with a hot cup of Pumpkin Spice Tea.  
• Hydrating Pumpkin Sculpt and Firm Facial, 80 minutes, USD 350: Restore skin’s vitality with the Elemis Expert Tech Sculpt and Firm Facial. This multifaceted facial is the ultimate treatment customized to target skin’s needs using all five BIOTEC technologies for a transformative facial experience, leaving skin revitalized, strengthened, and defined. Incorporating a moisturizing pumpkin hydration masque with Vitamin E and Omega-9 nutrients to fight the appearance of aging and environmental stress on the skin.
• Pumpkin Spice Manicure, 50 minutes, USD 70; 60 minutes, USD 105: This luxury winter manicure and pedicure features notes of pumpkin and warm honey. Enjoy a calming foot soak, exfoliating scrub, hydrating pumpkin mask and nourishing massage.

Resort guests also can find zen with a series of yoga and meditation classes intended to ignite gratitude, calmness and holiday cheer within:

• Complimentary Gratitude Yoga: Give thanks this season with an energizing yoga session in the Movement Studio, offered November 28 and 29, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.
• Complimentary Yuletide Yoga: Take time for wellness at the Movement Studio with Yuletide Yoga, available Friday, December 26, and Saturday, December 27, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.
• Clarifying Yoga and Sound Bath Meditation: Enjoy gentle flow paired with intentional sound bath meditation, available Friday, January 2, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.

Celebratory Seasonal Dining
Join together with family and friends over special meals in Terra and Terra Bar throughout the season:

• Turkey To-Go (Family Style): Impress Thanksgiving guests with a family style meal prepared by the Terra team and Executive Chef Gregory Joseph. Each meal serves between six and eight people. Pick up is available between noon and 3:00 pm. on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Each to-go dinner costs USD 275, not inclusive of tax. Please call Terra to order at least one week in advance. 
• Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe Feast: Leave the apron and grocery lists behind and let the talented chefs at Four Seasons handle the big day. Gather friends and family for a decadent prix fixe feast on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025, featuring all the holiday classics infused with Southwest flare and flavours. Seatings are available between noon and 8:00 pm. The cost is USD 135 per person for adults, and USD 65 per child ages 6 to 12, not inclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are required.
• Christmas Eve Dining: Join Terra on Tuesday, December 24, for a full a la carte dinner menu, along with a selection of festive specials. Dinner is offered from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm, and reservations are recommended.
• Christmas Day: Celebrate with a brunch buffet from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in Terra, featuring seasonal holiday favourites. Brunch is offered for USD 135 per person for adults, and USD 65 for children ages 6 – 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Terra also will offer a prix fixe menu from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm with a festive menu showcasing holiday classics with a Southwest twist. The prix fixe menu is offered for USD 155 per person for adults, and USD 78 for children ages 6 – 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Reservations are required for both brunch and dinner.
• New Year’s Eve Dinner: Toast the New Year with Terra on Wednesday December 31, 2025. Dinner is offered from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm, followed by live music in Terra Bar from 9:00 pm to midnight. The cost for the coursed dinner is USD 190 per person for adults, and USD 95 for children ages 6 – 12. The dinner includes a glass of Champagne non-alcoholic sparkling cider.
• New Year’s Day Brunch: Welcome the New Year on Thursday, January 1, 2026, with a seasonal buffet brunch from 11:00 am to 3:00 p.m. Brunch is offered for USD 135 per person for adults, and USD 65 for children ages 6 – 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity.
• Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate the Festive of Lights from Sunday, December 14, 2025, to Monday, December 22, 2025. Terra and Terra Bar will offer traditional holiday menu highlights throughout the celebration of Hanukkah.

Please call Terra for reservations (505) 946-5800 or book online.

Seasonal Adventures and Cultural Experiences
Immerse in the local culture and explore the region’s widely diverse, high desert and mountain terrain with the onsite Adventure Centre, offering a variety of customized outdoor adventures and excursions led by local, expert private guides.

Outdoor enthusiasts can stay active over the holidays with complimentary morning hikes along the resort’s Camino Encantado Trail, snowshoeing treks, e-bike mountain tours or combine adventure with culture and uncover New Mexico’s rich history with a variety of unique excursions. All guests will enjoy the complimentary daily hike, leaving from the Adventure Centre each morning at 9:00 am. 

Book a Stay
Plan ahead this festive season and book the Advance Purchase offer to enjoy up to 25 percent off room rates. To learn more, click here.

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