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El Portal Hotel
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The El Portal Hotel in historic downtown Raton is your first choice in northeast New Mexico for value, comfort and elegance. Built in 1903 against the stunning backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the hotel holds a special place in the region's history. Movie start, politicians, leading businessmen and industrialists have stayed here through the years. some guests rooms dilplay framed autographed photos of these notables.  Today, the El Portal encompasses 76,000 square feet in the prime downtown area. It is the largest among all the hotels in Raton and one of the largest buildings of any kind in the city. The enchantment of a past era still lives in the 18 fully furnished guest rooms with turn-of-the-century appointments. Here you're reminded more of an old-fashioned bed-and-breakfast than a common hotel. A grand parlor for gathering, relaxing and rejuvenating awaits you just inside the main entrance.  The Park Avenue Cafe, Raton's finest restaurant, is part of the hotel and offers all guests 10 percent off on all meals. When you stay at the El Portal, you'll enjoy the convenievce of an easy five-minute walk to shopping, the Port Office, a library, a barber, several churches and more. Hotel guests also receive full access the The Fitness Zone, a complete 24-hour health club just a half a block away at 131 S. Second St.  Timeless Southwestern ambience. History still being made. The Historic El Portal Hotel – take some enchantment home with you!
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