Ruidoso, NM
Travel Guide
Visit Ruidoso
Where to stay in Ruidoso
Downtown
When in Downtown, you can plan a visit to Grindstone Lake and The Links at Sierra Blanca, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca.
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.
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
Room was clean and comfortable. Nice happy hour and the free breakfast was better than most other hotels I’ve stayed at. Staff was super friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 10 January 2026
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Good
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
The room and the service was amazing
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
Crown Point Resort
Absolutely loved the view and location of our room.
Reviewed on 14 January 2026
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
The girls front desk were very helpful and welcoming. The room very clean and cozy vibe.
Reviewed on 16 January 2026
Casey's Cabins
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 22 September 2025
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Other places like Ruidoso
- Grindstone Lake
- Ruidoso Winter Park
- The Links at Sierra Blanca
- Wingfield Park
- Pillow's Funtrackers
- Cree Medows Public Golf Course
- Ski Apache
- Ruidoso Winter Park
- Casino Apache
- Ruidoso Downs Racetrack
- Three Rivers Petroglyph Site
- Billy The Kid Casino
- Smokey Bear Historical Park
- Free Spirits at Noisy Water
- Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts
- Bonito Lake
- Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop
- Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center
- Museum of the Horse
- Lotza Stuff
- Hurd-LaRinconada Gallery
- Hubbard Museum of the American West
- Lincoln State Monument
