Sierra Grande Lodge & Spa

In 2013, media mogul Ted Turner purchased Sierra Grande Lodge & Spa near Turtleback Mountain in New Mexico. Why? The area’s geothermal Hot Springs, frequented by Native Americans like Geronimo, have been the cornerstone of this Old West retreat for nearly 90 years. The lodge’s rooms & suites feature rustic wood furnishings and Native American décor, and the spacious two-bedroom Casita provides comfort, privacy and panoramic views of the mountainous landscape. Chef Miyazaki focuses on the American Southwest, with menu items such as Black Truffle Steak and Maple Leaf Cherry Port Duck. The Spa at Sierra Grande utilizes the natural geothermal spring underneath the lodge to create private pools and soothing baths in the mineral-rich water.