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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, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was great rooms were comfy"
United States
Audrey
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 £99
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 £144
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 £149
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

5. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn
2.5 star property
2 mi from Downtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay, clean and breakfast was included."
United States
Delia
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
A swimming pool with a hot tub area, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

6. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 3.1 mi from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"great staff"
United States
scott
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

7. Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 3.2 mi 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 £52
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Simple Rewards Inn
A modern kitchen with a herringbone-patterned backsplash, marble flooring, and pendant lighting.

8. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Quality Inn Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 3 mi from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Edward
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Quality Inn Ruidoso
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
3.0 star property
Hollywood, 3.5 mi from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 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 £68
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A hotel courtyard at night with outdoor seating, trees, and a well-lit building facade.

10. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
3.0 star property
2 mi from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, awesome breakfast"
United States
Susan
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.

11. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
2.0 star property
2.2 mi from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (990 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Eunice
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Budget Lodge Ruidoso
An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.

12. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn
2.5 star property
4.4 mi from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay with great service!"
United States
Marcela
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 3.4 mi from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 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 £97
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

14. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 3 mi from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 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 £80
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

15. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
3.5 star property
Hollywood, 3.2 mi from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Our staying was amazing everything was so clean and at great prices!!!"
United States
raymundo
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 3.6 mi from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 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 £64
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A reception area with a blue wall, a 'Welcome! Travelodge' sign, a Pepsi refrigerator, a brown couch, and a counter with a 'OPEN' sign.

17. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 3.2 mi from Downtown
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Horacio
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
A breakfast area with a microwave, coffee machine, and food dispensers.

18. Bestway Inn

Bestway Inn
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 3.6 mi 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 £55
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Bestway Inn
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, leather sofas, and a fireplace.

19. Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck & Grill - Walk to Town!

Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck & Grill - Walk to Town!
3.0 star property
0.5 mi from Downtown
The price is £338
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck & Grill - Walk to Town!
A highway with a stop sign and a sign reading "High Country."

20. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
2.5 star property
4.4 mi from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Clean rooms, easily accessible and friendly helpful staff"
United States
CRYSTAL
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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, (1,002)
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Where to stay in Downtown

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

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.

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

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.

A forest stream with sunlight filtering through the trees.

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.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, relaxing, great breakfast."
Erik 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

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 our traveller 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 should I expect to find in the Downtown area?
Expedia has 56 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.