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A hotel courtyard at night with outdoor seating, trees, and a well-lit building facade.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by windows and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with leather chairs, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

1. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

Ruidoso

Francisco

HK$1,283

HK$1,524 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a large mirror, and a decorative horse sculpture.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, featuring a central entrance and multiple windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Downtown

Sonia

HK$734

HK$831 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a carpeted floor.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Ruidoso Downs

mark

HK$621

HK$697 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A town street at dusk with snow-capped mountains in the background.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a television, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

Downtown

Billy D

HK$746

HK$844 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

A rustic lodge with a large wooden statue, a stone building, and several parked cars.

A view through a window with a metal grid, a tree, and a bench.

A rustic wooden building with a stone facade, a wooden fence, and a sign that reads "OTEL".

5. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Ruidoso

Stefan

HK$525

HK$594 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a refrigerator, a heater, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a wooden interior, a marble counter, and a clock on the wall.

6. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Ruidoso

Eunice

HK$459

HK$535 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.

A modern kitchen with a beige door, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a sink.

A hotel corridor with a coffee station, framed artwork, and a long hallway.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher. There is a window with a purple valance and a sofa in the living area.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hollywood

Anna

HK$853

HK$957 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

A lobby with teal leather chairs, a patterned wall, and a reception desk.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a stone accent wall, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the seating area.

8. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Hollywood

raymundo

HK$593

HK$789 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A swimming pool with a hot tub area, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

A white SUV parked in a parking lot with modern buildings in the background.

A reception area with a sign for 'RUIDOSO MOUNTAIN INN'.

A spacious living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

9. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Hollywood

Margaret

HK$588

HK$705 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A breakfast area with yellow walls, a hexagonal tile backsplash, and a sign reading "Daybreak Breakfast". There are tables and chairs with blue and yellow cushions.

A room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a grey sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Hollywood

Donna

HK$529

HK$594 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern living room with a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, pool rules poster, and a lifebuoy.

A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Hollywood

Jay

HK$684

HK$767 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A highway with a stop sign and a sign reading "High Country."

A living room with a brick fireplace, a television on a stand, a sofa, a chair, and a table.

A building with a red roof, surrounded by trees.

An outdoor deck with picnic tables and barbecue grills, surrounded by trees.

12. High Country Lodge

Ruidoso

Vivian

HK$1,012

HK$1,115 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A breakfast area with a microwave, coffee machine, and food dispensers.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a towel rack with two towels.

A motel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

13. Bestway Inn

Hollywood

David

HK$471

HK$567 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dishwasher.

A room with a long, narrow, wooden table against a wall, a door, and a potted plant.

A living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A room with a white dresser, a chair with a giraffe-patterned cushion, a mirror, and a wall-mounted television.

14. Shuffleboard & Arcade! Alto Family Escape

Alto

A modern kitchen with a herringbone-patterned backsplash, marble flooring, and pendant lighting.

A modern reception area with a wooden panel design, a marble floor, and a wall decorated with various artworks and a sign that reads "Quality by Gracey."

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and clear signage.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue floor, white lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

15. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Hollywood

Jerry

HK$629

HK$759 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with patterned chairs and a coffee table.

An indoor swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a beige floor and white walls.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a stone-tiled floor, and a metal ladder.

16. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Hollywood

Mario

HK$699

HK$791 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A reception area with a blue wall, a 'Welcome! Travelodge' sign, a Pepsi refrigerator, a brown couch, and a counter with a 'OPEN' sign.

Two beds with white linens and blue bedspreads, a tufted headboard, a bedside table with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

A kitchen with a blue wall, a coffee station, and a TV mounted above the counter.

A white washer and dryer unit against a light-colored wall, with a window to the right.

17. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Hollywood

Aimee

HK$541

HK$612 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A two-story lodge with a stone facade, wooden deck, and a well-maintained lawn.

A lodge with a stone facade, wooden porch, and a Texan star emblem.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with trees.

18. Sunny Side Chalet

Ruidoso

HK$2,000

HK$5,669 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A wooden cabin-style lodging with a central walkway, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A wooden cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and tall trees.

A wooden cabin with a porch, two chairs, a table, and a hanging light fixture.

19. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Downtown

Rebeca Aviles

HK$1,049

HK$1,730 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A small, modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.

A building with a large blue sign reading "Simple Rewards Inn" on the side.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, dining table, and lamps.

20. Simple Rewards Inn

Hollywood

Henry

HK$466

HK$589 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Smokey Bear Historical Park

9.0/10 (45 reviews)

Discover the legacy of America's beloved forest guardian at Smokey Bear Historical Park. Tour interactive exhibits on fire ecology, pay respects at his final resting place, and explore New Mexico's vegetation zones.

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Smokey Bear Museum

Discover America's wildfire prevention icon at this intimate Capitan museum. Explore vintage posters and artefacts while paying respects at Smokey Bear's actual final resting place in the adjacent park.

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Smokey Bear Historical Park celebrates the famous cub rescued from nearby Lincoln National Forest with interactive exhibits and picnic areas. Hike the scenic trails around Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area, where rangers know which paths offer the best mountain views.

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A Smokey Bear statue in a park with a stone wall and trees in the background.

Top Capitan Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Simple Rewards Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Quick check in, clean room"

Sitzmark Chalet Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean. Our stay was short but the room exceeded our expectations. The blackout curtains were helpful to sleep in after traveling all day. We were offered hot tea and water upon check in and appreciated the welcoming gesture. We would definitely stay here again."

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel, sparkling clean indoor pool and hot tub. Breakfast was delicious and we especially liked the large blueberry pancakes and the custom made omelets. We liked having a small kitchen in our room and a large bathtub with jets. Overall, a wonderful experience!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and friendly hotel. Nice room and comfortable bed."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Crown Point Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Couldn't have chosen a better place for a weekend retreat. It was great to relax at the pool, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. I truly appreciated the view from the balcony."

Quality Inn Ruidoso

8/10 Good

"Staff members were all very kind and friendly! Rooms were not clean, but the beds and the towels were. The ac is essentially a window unit that is extremely loud."

High Sierra Condominium

10/10 Excellent

"This is my best place to stay"

More cheap stays in Capitan

Budget Lodge Ruidoso

601 Sudderth Ruidoso NM

HK$459

HK$535 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Simple Rewards Inn

100 Cliff Dr Ruidoso NM

HK$466

HK$589 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (659 reviews)

Best Western Pine Springs Inn

111 Pine Springs Drive Ruidoso Downs NM

HK$621

HK$697 total

15 Sept - 16 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

25971 US Highway 70 Ruidoso NM

HK$588

HK$705 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Quality Inn Ruidoso

412 Highway 70 Ruidoso NM

HK$629

HK$759 total

14 Sept - 15 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (157 reviews)

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

2709 Sudderth Dr Ruidoso NM

HK$734

HK$831 total

20 Sept - 21 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Capitan?

Ruidoso Mountain Inn, located 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of Capitan, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your stay in the area are MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso and Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Capitan.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Capitan has to offer?

Spacious 2BR\2BA home nestled in the ponderosa pines: This holiday home rental outside of Capitan is located near skiing, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Capitan.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Capitan, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Capitan.

What are some hotels with pools in Capitan?

Ruidoso Mountain Inn: Offers buffet, a seasonal outdoor pool and free self parking. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso and Best Western Pine Springs Inn are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Capitan.

What's it like to stay in Capitan?

Visitors can enjoy all that Capitan has to offer, including the parks and museums. In Capitan, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Capitan.

What are the top places to visit in Capitan?

The picturesque setting of Smokey Bear Historical Park and Fort Stanton exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop and Smokey Bear Historical Park. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Capitan guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Capitan?

The hottest months are usually June and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Capitan is 521 mm.

Capitan hotels from HK$535

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Our top choices for Capitan hotels

1. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

3. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

4. Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

5. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

6. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

8. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

9. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

12. High Country Lodge

13. Bestway Inn

14. Shuffleboard & Arcade! Alto Family Escape

15. Quality Inn Ruidoso

16. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

17. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

18. Sunny Side Chalet

19. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

20. Simple Rewards Inn

Stay near popular Capitan attractions

Smokey Bear Historical Park

Smokey Bear Museum

Learn more about Capitan

Top Capitan Hotel Reviews

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Simple Rewards Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Crown Point Resort

Quality Inn Ruidoso

High Sierra Condominium

More cheap stays in Capitan

Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Simple Rewards Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Quality Inn Ruidoso

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

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