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Our top choices for Ponderosa Heights 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, 1.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was great rooms were comfy"
United States
Audrey
The price is SAR 332
SAR 376 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
A hotel courtyard at night with outdoor seating, trees, and a well-lit building facade.

2. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Great location, awesome breakfast"
United States
Susan
The price is SAR 559
SAR 664 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites 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, 1.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (569 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Rebeca Aviles
The price is SAR 466
SAR 779 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

4. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn
2.5 star property
4 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here for four nights such a lovely place. I will definitely stay here again"
United States
TAMMY
The price is SAR 263
SAR 298 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a wooden railing overlooking a forest.

5. Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
3.0 star property
Downtown, 1.3 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 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 SAR 451
SAR 760 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 6 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (884 reviews)
"Have stayed here before and will stay again."
United States
Anna
The price is SAR 389
SAR 437 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

7. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
3.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Our staying was amazing everything was so clean and at great prices!!!"
United States
raymundo
The price is SAR 312
SAR 410 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
A swimming pool with a hot tub area, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

8. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendliest front desk staff checking inn."
United States
Margaret
The price is SAR 237
SAR 286 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a plaid curtain.

9. Canyon Cabins

Canyon Cabins
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"The property around the cabins is really nice! I know it’s a cabin, but they’re not as clean as I’d like. There were a few things. But other than that. It was a very nice experience."
United States
Vicki Sue
The price is SAR 274
SAR 587 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Canyon Cabins
A modern kitchen with a herringbone-patterned backsplash, marble flooring, and pendant lighting.

10. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Quality Inn Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Edward
The price is SAR 270
SAR 328 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Quality Inn Ruidoso
A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

11. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 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 SAR 368
SAR 417 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking a forested area with cabins.

12. Whispering Pine Cabins

Whispering Pine Cabins
2.5 star property
1.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (104 reviews)
"We enjoyed the mountain cabin. I was a quiet and cool getaway for a great price."
United States
Kyle
The price is SAR 280
SAR 595 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Whispering Pine Cabins
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
3.0 star property
Hollywood, 6.1 km from Ponderosa Heights
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"staff was very nice and helpful, location, and they offer a great breakfast everyday"
United States
Jay
The price is SAR 309
SAR 347 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

14. Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.8 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (672 reviews)
"Excellent customer service and our room was very clean."
United States
Sergio
The price is SAR 203
SAR 259 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Simple Rewards Inn
A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.

15. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (983 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Eunice
The price is SAR 220
SAR 256 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Budget Lodge 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
7.4 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay with great service!"
United States
Marcela
The price is SAR 297
SAR 334 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
A spacious loft-style living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a rustic kitchen area with wooden cabinets.

17. Casey's Cabins

Casey's Cabins
3.0 star property
1.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Perfect Location walking distance to everything"
United States
Armando
The price is SAR 220
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Casey's Cabins
A hallway with a bench, a door marked '104', and a stone-patterned floor.

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

Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is SAR 796
SAR 1,681 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 6.1 km from Ponderosa Heights
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 SAR 277
SAR 311 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 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.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Ponderosa Heights
6.4 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, safe, affordable, friendly staff."
United States
Aimee
The price is SAR 259
SAR 293 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
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Where to stay in Ponderosa Heights

Find the best Ponderosa Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown

When in Downtown, you can plan a visit to Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Hollywood

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

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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 Ponderosa Heights Hotel Reviews

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

8/10 Good
"Cabin is nice. Carpet needs replacing. Nice bed. Extremely quiet at night. Overall, an enjoyable stay."
Henry 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Frequently asked questions

What is Ponderosa Heights like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Ruidoso's Ponderosa Heights neighborhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Ponderosa Heights?
For your stay in Ponderosa Heights, Hot Tub. Fenced Yard. Pet Friendly. Great Central Location! is one of the top choices based on our traveler data. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Mama's Cabin | Slow Down & Breathe Easy in This Pet-Friendly Pine Forest Escape.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Ponderosa Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Ruidoso, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Ponderosa Heights hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ponderosa Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Ponderosa Heights.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Ponderosa Heights?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Ponderosa Heights, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Ruidoso neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Ponderosa Heights include Cree Medows Public Golf Course, The Links at Sierra Blanca, and Grindstone Lake. You might also plan a visit to Pillow's Funtrackers when you're sightseeing in Ruidoso.