Detours at La Fonda Gift Guide

Detours at La Fonda offers an exceptional shopping experience, whether in the store or online!

Here are some of our go-to holiday gifts that are easy to pack, ship and share!

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Pendleton Blankets


Keep your loved ones warm in a specially crafted and richly colored wool Pendleton Blanket.

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"Fred Harvey" Railroad Dinnerware

Unique Gifts

“FRED HARVEY” RAILROAD DINNERWARE PATTERN IN NATIVE AMERICAN DESIGNS

Discover the perfect dinnerware for New Mexican cuisine at Detours, La Fonda's Gift Shop.

In 1936, Mary Jane Colter (architect/designer for Santa Fe Railway Co., Fred Harvey Co., and The Grand Canyon, and authority on Southwestern Indians) was so moved by Mimbreño artwork she created 37 Mimbreño style drawings to fit on dinnerware pieces for the new SUPER CHIEF TWO elite dining car. Today, the Santa Fe Railway Mimbreño dinnerware pieces are valuable collector’s items. Some of the images used in the original Mimbreño dinnerware are exact duplicates from actual, ancient Mimbreño pottery.

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Sandy Vaillancourt Prints


Whimsical and charming, the paintings of Sandy Vaillancourt depict captivating New Mexico scenes that embrace our state's traditional beauty. Share a signed and numbered print of original art by local Santa Fe artist, Sandy Vaillancourt.

A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany your purchase.

La Fonda History Book

La Fonda Then & Now


Share the unique history of La Fonda on the Plaza with your friends and loved ones that love Santa Fe.

The book is richly illustrated with 224 pages of vintage archival and contemporary images, many of them never seen before. They depict the same exterior and interior locations and scenes as they have evolved through time. In addition, “La Fonda Then & Now” features reproductions of numerous works in the hotel’s extensive art collection. 

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La Fonda's Commemorative Centennial Anniversary Ornament


La Fonda proudly celebrates 100 Years of Hospitality!  Share this commemorative holiday ornament with your friends and family that have made lasting memories with us over the years. 

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La Fonda on the Plaza Ornament

Mural by Tony Abeyta

This mural by my talented friend and artist, Tony Abeyta is one of my favorite works at the hotel. I'm thrilled that this year I can adorn my tree with this unique, artistic ornament! Inspired by New Mexico's rich color palette and La Fonda's beautiful architecture, it makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves La Fonda, Santa Fe and New Mexico.

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Comfy & Cozy Throw Blankets


Our collection of cozy throw blankets are made right here in the USA-- designed with perfectly hip shapes in colors that thrill your eyes.