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Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM

Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM

2 out of 5
412 Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $36 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
Located in the heart of Ruidoso, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pillow's Funtrackers, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, and Hubbard Museum of the American West. ...
2.7/5 (937 reviews)
"It was what we needed, a decent place to spend the night. Nothing fancy just good clean place. Building needs to be renovated, Elevator needs some attention, but over all good staff. Very friendly and serviceable."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2021

Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM
Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso

2 out of 5
601 Sudderth, Ruidoso, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $50 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 26
Situated in Ruidoso, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Pillow's Funtrackers and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cree Medows Public Golf Course and Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. ...
3.5/5 Good! (347 reviews)
"Staff was so welcoming, Our actual stay was so unpleasant because the walls are extremely thin and the people next door were sooo loud!!!"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
Nob Hill Lodge

Nob Hill Lodge

2 out of 5
105 El Paso Rd, Ruidoso, NM
The price is $59 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 26
Situated in Ruidoso, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pillow's Funtrackers, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, and Hubbard Museum of the American West. Cree Medows ...
2.4/5 (76 reviews)
Good but not what was expected for price
"Check in and out fast an easy, nice customer service, ac works great, excellent privacy. Really clean, smells good even in the smoking rooms… Just Water takes about 10-15min to get hot. Little decoration wouldn’t mind, probably newer furniture and better pillows, and blanket, sheets are great quality, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2021

Nob Hill Lodge
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MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

3 out of 5
107 Sierra Blanca Dr, Ruidoso, NM
The price is $129 per night from Oct 31 to Oct 31
4.4/5 Wonderful! (963 reviews)
"Overall a good place - pet friendly But limited food at night at the bar — just pizza. Breakfast way way better Staff friendly but had issues with the front desk answering the phone — they didn’t"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2021

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, Ascend Hotel Collection

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, Ascend Hotel Collection

2.5 out of 5
26070 US Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
The price is $59 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 7
4.3/5 Excellent! (987 reviews)
"Pleasantly surprised. Clean and updated."

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2021

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca Ruidoso, Ascend Hotel Collection
Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM

Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM

2 out of 5
412 Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
The price is $36 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 1
2.7/5 (937 reviews)
"It was what we needed, a decent place to spend the night. Nothing fancy just good clean place. Building needs to be renovated, Elevator needs some attention, but over all good staff. Very friendly and serviceable."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2021

Motel 6 Ruidoso, NM
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.

Ruidoso Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 7 inexpensive motels in Ruidoso among more than 952 hotels and other accommodations. When you pick one of these budget accommodations, you might not have many of the amenities found in a traditional hotel but you'll save more money for your trip.

Fun fact: Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66. At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot.

Below are some of Expedia customers' recommended Ruidoso motels to select from:

Motel 6 Ruidoso

  • Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Budget Lodge Ruidoso

  • A terrace along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Rainbow Inn & Cottages

  • Enjoy access to the picnic area, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Four Winds Motel

  • Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay.

Nob Hill Lodge

  • Enjoy access to the free parking and 24-hour front desk, as well as room amenities like a private balcony.

Things to Do in Ruidoso

While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, check out the ski slopes and enjoy the majestic mountain landscape. Those who've visited Ruidoso have good things to say about its shops and forests.

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

  • Bonito Lake
  • Smokey Bear Historical Park
  • Valley of Fires Recreation Area

To learn about the area's history, take time to see:

  • Lincoln State Monument
  • Three Rivers Petroglyph Site

During your trip, here are some other places to visit:

  • Pillow's Funtrackers
  • Ruidoso Downs Racetrack
  • Gallery 408

Ruidoso is also notable for its:

  • Casino gaming
  • Temples
  • Monuments
  • Horseback riding

Best Time to Visit Ruidoso

Determine the perfect time for your visit to Ruidoso by checking these seasonal weather details:
  • The hottest months are typically June and July, while December and January are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 61° F and nighttime temperatures average 21° F
  • April-June: 83° F is the daytime average and 30° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 82° F and nighttime averages are around 41° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 71° F during the day and 21° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 21.85 inches in a year

How to Get to Ruidoso and Around the Area

Ruidoso Transportation
NameTypeDistance
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) Airport 12.3 mi (19.7 km)
Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) Airport 38.6 mi (62.1 km)

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