Clayton, NM

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RATON-CLAYTON VOLCANIC FIELD in New Mexico after a dusting of snow.
RATON-CLAYTON VOLCANIC FIELD in New Mexico after a dusting of snow.
Sunrise at Clayton Lakes State Park, New Mexico
This wind-swept tree has given in to the forces of nature as it stands on the wispy banks of Clayton Lake State Park. This recreation area is quiet and restful, especially in the early spring before crowds come in to fish it.
An amazingly clear set of various dinosaur tracks are visible at Clayton State Park due to the construction of the dam that created this recreational place. The boardwalk around the are helps preserve this snapshot in time

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Best Western Kokopelli Lodge

Best Western Kokopelli Lodge

2.5 out of 5
702 S 1st St Clayton NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$104 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Good motel, clean and really good breakfast. Staff was really nice. It’s just kind of an older Motel.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Best Western Kokopelli Lodge
Quality Inn & Suites Clayton, NM

Quality Inn & Suites Clayton, NM

2.5 out of 5
1120 South 1st Street Clayton NM
$94 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$106 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (729 reviews)
Room was clean and quiet. Staff was friendly. Breakfast area was not stocked well and not clean.

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Clayton, NM
High Plains Lodge at Nomad Landing

High Plains Lodge at Nomad Landing

2 out of 5
422 Monroe St Clayton NM
$89 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$100 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Union County General Hospital Medical Library and Albert ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Really nice place with great amenities!

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

High Plains Lodge at Nomad Landing
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The Bear’s Den. 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Sleeps 4

The Bear’s Den. 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Sleeps 4

Clayton NM
Stay at this cabin in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Clayton Municipal Golf Course and Black Jack Ketchum Grave ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Quaint, well appointed cabin in a quiet location. Both the futon and king bed slept comfortably, shower was hot with plenty of good towels. Host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

The Bear’s Den. 1 bedroom 1 bathroom. Sleeps 4
Charming 3-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in Clayton

Charming 3-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in Clayton

Clayton NM
Stay at this vacation home in Clayton. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Clayton Public Schools Historic District and Herzstein ...
Charming 3-bedroom house with AC, WiFi in Clayton
The Burrow Tiny Luxury

The Burrow Tiny Luxury

Clayton NM
Stay at this vacation home in Clayton. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Clayton Municipal Golf Course and Black Jack ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
The entire home was very cute! The rabbit theme to go with the name of the house "The Burrow" was also very cute. Host was attentive to messages before, during and after our stay. The bottle of wine and snacks was an extra special, welcoming touch.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

The Burrow Tiny Luxury
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Petrified dinosaur tracks at sunrise at Clayton Lake State Park and Dinosaur Trackways, New Mexico

Clayton Lake State Park

You can take time to visit Clayton Lake State Park during your travels to Clayton. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.

Clayton Lake State Park

Black Jack Ketchum Grave

You can find out about the history of Clayton when you stop by Black Jack Ketchum Grave. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.

Black Jack Ketchum Grave

Union County General Hospital

Though Union County General Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Clayton while you are here.

Union County General Hospital

Clayton Public Schools Historic District

Find out about the history of Clayton with a stop at Clayton Public Schools Historic District. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.

Clayton Public Schools Historic District

Albert W Thompson Memorial Library

After visiting Albert W Thompson Memorial Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Clayton. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.

Albert W Thompson Memorial Library

Herzstein Memorial Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Herzstein Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Clayton. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.

Herzstein Memorial Museum

Reviews of Clayton

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
9
5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
29
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
21
3 - Okay 33%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 8%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We went down to the Quality Inn, didn't use your service! I never will! We had the best service! We felt very welcomed after traveling 15 hours.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice people

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

The one coffee shop was closed that Saturday.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We only slept there and had some great tacos at Taqueria Dalhart #2? I can’t remember. It was across the street and down a bit. Can’t say much about town because we didn’t stay.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Clayton is a cool town on the Ciimaron cut off of the old Santa Fe Trail.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Not much there there was better hotels if I didn't know about I probably stayed at a different hotel

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