The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park

The place

A soaring Art Deco landmark from the 1930s, standing in downtown El Paso. Lovingly reimagined, the interiors carry Pueblo Deco influences into a modern luxury register.

The 130 rooms and suites keep things soft: creamy shades, velvet accents, marble bathrooms, Le Labo in the bath.

Ámbar, the flagship restaurant, works wood-fired Mexican cuisine alongside a large collection of agave spirits. On the rooftop, La Perla pours classic cocktails against panoramic city views. A 24-hour fitness studio with state-of-the-art equipment keeps its own hours.