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Our top choices for Ponderosa Heights hotels

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1. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, awesome breakfast"
United States
Susan
The price is 4.231.081 ₫
5.028.507 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
2.5 star property
Downtown, 1.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was great rooms were comfy"
United States
Audrey
The price is 2.287.085 ₫
2.588.695 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
A town street at dusk with snow-capped mountains in the background.

3. City Express by Marriott Ruidoso

City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Downtown, 1.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Every time I’m at Ruidoso I stay at this hotel. I like the clean rooms, the staff, and also the location."
United States
Jose
The price is 3.003.739 ₫
3.399.856 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
A wooden cabin-style lodging with a central walkway, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

4. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
3.5 star property
Downtown, 1.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (570 reviews)
"Cozy and complete room with kitchen perfect for a weekend retreat to relax, slow down and enjoy nature."
United States
David
The price is 3.284.088 ₫
5.469.774 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs and a wooden railing overlooking a forest.

5. Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
3.0 star property
Downtown, 1.3 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"Beautiful location, right across from the river. Great communication and guidance given from management and very clean lodge."
United States
Mike
The price is 3.284.088 ₫
5.469.774 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

6. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn
2.5 star property
4 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay, clean and breakfast was included."
United States
Delia
The price is 1.786.720 ₫
2.022.414 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

7. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
3.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Our staying was amazing everything was so clean and at great prices!!!"
United States
raymundo
The price is 2.421.619 ₫
3.129.050 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 6 km from Ponderosa Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Everything went well with my stay and I would stay at a Hampton Inn again for my future travels. Thank you!"
United States
Eudor
The price is 2.924.830 ₫
3.281.293 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
A swimming pool with a hot tub area, lounge chairs, and a tiled deck.

9. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"great staff"
United States
scott
The price is 1.810.781 ₫
2.178.938 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

10. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice view always stay there when I’m in the area, very convenient place a lot of stores near by."
United States
Mario
The price is 2.421.619 ₫
2.740.970 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.

11. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
7.8 out of 10, Good, (989 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Eunice
The price is 1.513.512 ₫
1.764.851 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Budget Lodge Ruidoso
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
3.0 star property
Hollywood, 6.1 km from Ponderosa Heights
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Breakfast was great, staff were super friendly and helpful. The beds were comfortable and the room extremely clean. The mountain view was amazing."
United States
Claudia
The price is 2.074.720 ₫
2.327.578 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A hotel room with three beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

13. Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.8 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (682 reviews)
"Excellent customer service and our room was very clean."
United States
Sergio
The price is 1.536.797 ₫
1.944.449 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Simple Rewards Inn
A hallway with a bench, a door marked '104', and a stone-patterned floor.

14. Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache

Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
3.0 star property
1.5 km from Ponderosa Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is 5.484.864 ₫
11.581.860 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
A modern kitchen with a herringbone-patterned backsplash, marble flooring, and pendant lighting.

15. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Quality Inn Ruidoso
2.5 star property
Hollywood, 5.6 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Edward
The price is 1.748.171 ₫
2.133.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn Ruidoso
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 6.1 km from Ponderosa Heights
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very quite and well taken care of. Staff was very a attentive and took care of all needs"
United States
Antonio
The price is 1.913.929 ₫
2.147.076 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.

17. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn
2.5 star property
7.4 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay with great service!"
United States
Marcela
The price is 2.049.321 ₫
2.299.082 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
A reception area with a blue wall, a 'Welcome! Travelodge' sign, a Pepsi refrigerator, a brown couch, and a counter with a 'OPEN' sign.

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 5.7 km from Ponderosa Heights
6.4 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Breakfast"
United States
Horacio
The price is 1.785.168 ₫
2.020.587 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
A highway with a stop sign and a sign reading "High Country."

19. High Country Lodge

High Country Lodge
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219 reviews)
"Clean rooms, easily accessible and friendly helpful staff"
United States
CRYSTAL
The price is 3.337.488 ₫
3.679.516 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
High Country Lodge
A breakfast area with a microwave, coffee machine, and food dispensers.

20. Bestway Inn

Bestway Inn
2.0 star property
Hollywood, 6.2 km from Ponderosa Heights
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (314 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Rooms were clean, updated, staff was wonderful & Jorge's restaurant next door was great!"
United States
Ronda
The price is 1.552.320 ₫
1.871.063 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bestway Inn
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Where to stay in Ponderosa Heights

Find the best Ponderosa Heights areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown

While Downtown isn't home to many top sights, Grindstone Lake and Cree Medows Public Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Hollywood

Hollywood might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Downs Racetrack and Pillow's Funtrackers are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A forest stream with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Alpine Cellars Village

Alpine Cellars Village might not have many top sights, but Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Ponderosa Heights Hotel Reviews

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast staff was excellent. Front desk staff excellent. There was a small amount of water damage around the AC, and shower area. Great stay and clean."
Sean 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Frequently asked questions

What is Ponderosa Heights like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Ruidoso's Ponderosa Heights neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I find in Ponderosa Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Ruidoso, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Ponderosa Heights hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ponderosa Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Ponderosa Heights.
What is there to do around this Ruidoso neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Ponderosa Heights include Cree Medows Public Golf Course, The Links at Sierra Blanca and Grindstone Lake. You might also plan a visit to Pillow's Funtrackers when you're sightseeing in Ruidoso.