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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
2.5 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was great rooms were comfy"
United States
Audrey
The price is P5,548
P6,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
A town street at dusk with snow-capped mountains in the background.

2. City Express by Marriott Ruidoso

City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Every time I’m at Ruidoso I stay at this hotel. I like the clean rooms, the staff, and also the location."
United States
Jose
The price is P7,286
P8,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
A wooden cabin-style lodging with a central walkway, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

3. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (571 reviews)
"Cozy and complete room with kitchen perfect for a weekend retreat to relax, slow down and enjoy nature."
United States
David
The price is P7,966
P13,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a wooden railing overlooking a forest.

4. Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Beautiful location, right across from the river. Great communication and guidance given from management and very clean lodge."
United States
Mike
The price is P7,966
P13,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
A swimming pool with a hot tub area, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

5. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"great staff"
United States
scott
The price is P4,393
P5,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
A hotel courtyard at night with outdoor seating, trees, and a well-lit building facade.

6. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, awesome breakfast"
United States
Susan
The price is P10,264
P12,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (888 reviews)
"Everything went well with my stay and I would stay at a Hampton Inn again for my future travels. Thank you!"
United States
Eudor
The price is P6,995
P7,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

8. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 4.8 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice view always stay there when I’m in the area, very convenient place a lot of stores near by."
United States
Mario
The price is P5,874
P6,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

9. Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.2 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (683 reviews)
"Excellent customer service and our room was very clean."
United States
Sergio
The price is P3,728
P4,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Simple Rewards Inn
A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

10. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
3.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Our staying was amazing everything was so clean and at great prices!!!"
United States
raymundo
The price is P5,874
P7,590 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
3.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was great, staff were super friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable and the room extremely clean. The mountain view was amazing."
United States
Claudia
The price is P5,021
P5,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

12. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay, clean and breakfast was included."
United States
Delia
The price is P4,334
P4,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.

13. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
2.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (990 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Eunice
The price is P3,671
P4,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Budget Lodge Ruidoso
A modern kitchen with a herringbone-patterned backsplash, marble flooring, and pendant lighting.

14. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Quality Inn Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 4.9 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Edward
The price is P4,241
P5,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Quality Inn Ruidoso
A reception area with a blue wall, a 'Welcome! Travelodge' sign, a Pepsi refrigerator, a brown couch, and a counter with a 'OPEN' sign.

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.2 km from Downtown
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Horacio
The price is P4,330
P4,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.

16. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn
2.5 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay with great service!"
United States
Marcela
The price is P4,971
P5,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very quite and well taken care of. Staff was very a attentive and took care of all needs"
United States
Antonio
The price is P4,707
P5,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A breakfast area with a microwave, coffee machine, and food dispensers.

18. Bestway Inn

Bestway Inn
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.8 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (314 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Rooms were clean, updated, staff was wonderful & Jorge's restaurant next door was great!"
United States
Ronda
The price is P3,766
P4,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Bestway Inn
A hallway with a bench, a door marked '104', and a stone-patterned floor.

19. Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache

Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is P13,305
P28,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
A highway with a stop sign and a sign reading "High Country."

20. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
2.5 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Clean rooms, easily accessible and friendly helpful staff"
United States
CRYSTAL
The price is P8,096
P8,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
High Country Lodge
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Hotels recommended for families in Downtown

A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
2.5 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003)
The price is P5,548
P6,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A snowy landscape with trees and snow-covered mountains in the background.

Ponderosa Heights

Ponderosa Heights might not have many top sights, but The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A mountain landscape with a power line, yellow wildflowers, and a clear blue sky.

Hollywood

While Hollywood isn't home to many top sights, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Pillow's Funtrackers are some notable places to visit nearby.

A forest stream with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Alpine Cellars Village

While Alpine Cellars Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Good breakfast. Our only issue was the overnight front desk worker who wasn't very friendly. He wasn't rude either. So it is what it is."
Rafael 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers to the Downtown neighborhood in Ruidoso will be sure to enjoy their stay.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown?
Based on our traveler data, Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This cabin offers free parking and private balconies. Other good options for your stay in the area include Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown and Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins.
How many hotels will I find in Downtown?
Expedia has 56 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Ruidoso area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown.
What can I see and do in this Ruidoso neighborhood?
Grindstone Lake, Cree Medows Public Golf Course, and Pillow's Funtrackers are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. While you're out sightseeing in Ruidoso, be sure to visit other sights like The Links at Sierra Blanca or Casino Apache Travel Center.