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Downtown Hotels, Ruidoso

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

Garden view
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

3.5 star property
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (482)
"Great place Thank you"
United States
leonardo
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
View from property
Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

2.5 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great stay "
United States
beatrice
Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown
Hallway
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

3.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (376)
"Great stay"
United States
carl
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

2.5 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Friendly staff, nice hotel. Room was clean, spacious. Would stay again."
United States
Mayra
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
Exterior
Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn

2.5 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place. "
United States
Catarino
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
Restaurant
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, (758)
"Nicely updated amenities. Mike at th e front desk is great, always greeting you with welcome. It was refreshing to chat with Chelsea as she was tending to the breakfast bar. Great Hampton in Ruidoso!"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
Fireplace
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, (1006)
"fast check-in, courteous staff, Christmas decorations made dining area feel so cozy. "
United States
Melissa
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
Exterior
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.1 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Our stay was nice. Staff was great. "
United States
James
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Downtown
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"It was amazing "
United States
Erica
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
Sauna
Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn

2.5 star property
3.3 km from Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Cute, comfortable, clean and really great staff! Would stay there again."
United States
Angie
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
Front of property
Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great staff, beautiful location. Great stay for a great price. Hot tub was open and breakfast was hot. "
United States
Connor
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Property amenity
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, (1002)
"Have stayed there many times. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Is in a good location."
United States
LeAnn
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
Free daily full breakfast
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 star property
Hollywood, 4.8 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Very friendly staff and very clean room."
United States
Werner
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Quality Inn
Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn

2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.2 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (513)
"Clean room and very nice staff."
United States
Yvette
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Simple Rewards Inn
BLACK BEAR (No.13) 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath, AC Window Unit, Split Level with Staircase | Living area
Casey's Cabins

Casey's Cabins

3.0 star property
0.7 km from Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Loved the location and cabin atmosphere "
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Casey's Cabins
Free WiFi
Smokey Bear Motel

Smokey Bear Motel

2.0 star property
25.6 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"Easy check in and great rooms! "
United States
John
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Smokey Bear Motel
Ponderosa | Private kitchen
Whispering Pine Cabins

Whispering Pine Cabins

2.5 star property
1.1 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (77)
"My family and I had a pleasant stay."
United States
Brenda
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Whispering Pine Cabins
View from property
High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge

2.5 star property
7 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (205)
"Great place and friendly staff!"
United States
Karine
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
High Country Lodge
Classic Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso

2.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (821)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Budget Lodge Ruidoso
Chipmunk Cabin | Private kitchen
Canyon Cabins

Canyon Cabins

3.0 star property
1.1 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (141)
"Cabin was cozy and well maintained. However, surrounding cabins are close in proximity and the neighboring cabins proceeded to sing and play loud music until well past midnight. Perhaps enacting quiet hours would benefit those looking to escape noise. "
United States
Deborah May
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Canyon Cabins
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Hollywood

Hollywood might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Pillow's Funtrackers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alpine Cellars Village

Alpine Cellars Village might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ponderosa Heights

While Ponderosa Heights isn't home to many top sights, The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Crown Point Resort

Crown Point Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome! Great place for the $$ . Amazing views, private, quiet and very clean. Kids loved it will definitely be returning. 9/10"
jose 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Crown Point Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travellers to the Downtown neighbourhood in Ruidoso will be sure to enjoy their stay.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins and Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Downtown area?
Expedia has 54 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown.
What can I see and do in this Ruidoso neighbourhood?
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, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Links at Sierra Blanca or Casino Apache Travel Center.