Elissa Jane Mastel

Elissa Jane Mastel

Hotel Luna Mystica & Starlight Campground

04/24/18

Finding this place took a little more ingenuity, as it's definitely out of the way and off the beaten path. I was in desperate need of some quiet time, and this glamping venue popped up when I was plotting my course between Santa Fe and Utah. I'm obsessed with vintage campers, so I was totally enamored with this lodging concept. This place exceeded my expectations and then some. If you are looking for a way to experience the mesa in a bit of vintage camping style, then you found the perfect place. I really don't want to post a review, because I was this hidden gem to stay ... hidden. As I rolled up, disoriented and unsure, I was greeted by the owner who couldn't have been more chill and nice. I even got a HUG and two drink tickets for the brewery next door. I stayed in Castor, a sweet little camper on the edge of the grounds facing the Taos ski resort and woah, those sun rises, wowsa! I had many plans to explore the area but something else happened... I was overwhelmed with inspiration and started writing a new book in my little sweet trailer! Hurrah! The magic and enchantment of the area has some sweet healing properties, and I think it is fair to say Castor (my camper) is my new muse. The accommodations were surprisingly luxurious, the bed was so comfy with lots of pillows and gushy comforter, I even had a private toilet / bathroom / shower to use. SCORE! I had read somewhere about packing food, and so glad I did. I noshed on tasty treats while enjoying the sunshine and blue skies and mountains ranges all around. Check out the brewery next door, the beers were underwhelming but the atmosphere and entertainment were both top notch. I even caught a killer band and a two step dance night while I was there. Already plotting my return, this is my new go to chill spot away from 'reality' as I understand it. A dreamy getaway and as private or as social as you'd like it to be.

5.0