Located near Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn offers a welcoming stay with free full breakfast and an indoor pool. Unwind on the sunny terrace or keep active with playground fun for all ages. With convenient laundry facilities, RV parking, and helpful staff who made past guests feel at home.
Free Spirits at Noisy Water - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Museum of the Horse - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Pillow's Funtrackers - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
Cree Medows Public Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Wingfield Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 27 min drive
El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 138 min drive
Restaurants
‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
‪K-Bob's Steakhouse - ‬13 min walk
‪Cattle Baron - ‬2 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
About this property
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
When you stay at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Free Spirits at Noisy Water and Ruidoso Downs Racetrack. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the indoor pool. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
56 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Playground
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Ziplining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Snow sports gear
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2004
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
More
Housekeeping once per stay
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
Best Western Plus Ruidoso
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
Best Western Ruidoso
Best Western Ruidoso Inn
Ruidoso Best Western
Ruidoso Inn
Best Western Ruidoso Hotel Ruidoso
Best Western Ruidoso Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Apache Travel Center (3-min drive) and Casino Apache (9-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area.
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Reviews
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with a good variety and friendly staff. (31 reviews)
The hot tub and pool were great, serving their purpose after a long day. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
Great Hotel
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2026
Amazing breakfast it was different every day. Staff was amazing the person that check me in was amazing all of it was a great experience
Mariah
Mariah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
Room was clean and very comfortable
Arthur
Arthur, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
nice room and staff were helpful and nice.
Jenna Rose
Jenna Rose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Staff was great!
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Staff was helpful and very nice. Room was clean , breakfast was good, coffee was hot and we had everything we needed.
Shenae
Shenae, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Great customer service and very decent breakfast
Elier
Elier, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2026
Clean room was very nice.
Emma Fuentes
Emma Fuentes, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Great staff, clean and comfortable rooms!! Will definitely stay again
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Have stayed there many times. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Is in a good location.
LeAnn
LeAnn, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Great hotel
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2026
Direct TV
Need a trun off
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RAMON EDUARDO
RAMON EDUARDO, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Great room, clean , helpful front desk
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2025
Good weekend stay
Nice, quiet, convenient. Very friendly helpful staff.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Nice place
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Great location, friendly staff.
Rogelio
Rogelio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Love this hotel!
Amazing the hotel looks really good the rooms were nice and spacious and the breakfast had an amazing variety! The views were stunning!
Sierra
Sierra, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jan 20, 2026
Beds were comfy but bathroom was very dirty, the breakfast was good but there was not coffee or wafflee mix, only one person filling up but was not enough.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Variety of breakfast foods was excellent. Clean and comfortable room
Guillermo
Guillermo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Awesome
Rene
Rene, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
All staff was very friendly, great location, excellent views.