Ruidoso, NM
Travel Guide
Visit Ruidoso
Where to stay in Ruidoso
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.
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.
Hollywood
While Hollywood isn't home to many top sights, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Pillow's Funtrackers are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 The Links at Sierra Blanca and Ruidoso Winter Park.
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
Clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
I don’t know if I just got the bad room or what experience the others have had that it was rated so high. I got a suite and decided on the first floor. The room is ok. The balcony is unusable due to the buildup of bird poop (not a couple days worth). The room and TVs are old and need updating. The ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
It was exactly what we needed for a stopover. Breakfast was quite good!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Crown Point Resort
Clean and comfortable. Spacious and has great amenities.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
From the photos we thought it was going to be individual cabins not a building with all the rooms connected. But still extremely happy with our visit. Would absolutely stay there again.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
High Sierra Condominium
Great value for being on top of the mountain. Check in was easy and checkout even faster. Comes with all the basics. Bed and pillows were Extra firm and dated, and could use an update.
Reviewed on 29 April 2026
Popular places to visit
Grindstone Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Grindstone Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Ruidoso. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.
The Links at Sierra Blanca
Enjoy a round of golf in Ruidoso at The Links at Sierra Blanca. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
Wingfield Park
After visiting Wingfield Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes.
Ruidoso Winter Park
Bring your family to Ruidoso Winter Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes.
Pillow's Funtrackers
Take the family on an outing to Pillow's Funtrackers during your trip to Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
Ruidoso Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Ruidoso Convention Center during your trip to Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes.
