Eastern New Mexico

Travel Guide

Carlsbad showing caves
Roswell showing street scenes
Roswell showing signage
Roswell showing signage
Roswell featuring signage

Where to stay in Eastern New Mexico

What Main Street USA used to look like.

East Las Vegas

If you're spending some time in East Las Vegas, City of Las Vegas Museum and Gallinas River Park are top sights worth seeing.

East Las Vegas
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Bear Park

While Bear Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like New Mexico Rails-to-Trails and Trestle Recreation Area.

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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.

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Sun Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Sun Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ruidoso Winter Park and The Links at Sierra Blanca.

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Cimarron Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cimarron Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Cimarron River and Philmont Museum.

Cimarron Historic District
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 out of 5
25971 US Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
The price is P5,175 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P5,175
P6,139 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ruidoso. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable bed!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
White's City Cavern Inn
White's City Cavern Inn
2.5 out of 5
17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM
Stay at this hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,720 reviews)
Good place, some improvements possible
"We came to see the caverns, and realized it was literally at the entrance of the park. Upon check-in, the desk clerk was helpful and gave us some tips. The room was surprisingly nice. The beds were comfortable. The towels were a bit thin, and our room was not serviced, but that may have been a misunderstanding. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

White's City Cavern Inn
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Rosa
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Rosa
2 out of 5
2075 Historic Route 66, I-40, Exit 275, Santa Rosa, NM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,782 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P4,782
P5,421 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Rosa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I had not stayed at a Super 8 in years. So I was pleasantly surprised to see well-kept grounds. We checked in after 6:30pm and was greeted by a friendly front desk woman who answered our inquiries about the general area and open local restaurants. The next morning as we checked out I told the young ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Rosa
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.
Crown Point Resort
Crown Point Resort
3 out of 5
220 Crown Drive, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star condo in Ruidoso. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Pillow's Funtrackers and Wingfield Park are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (324 reviews)
"Very clean, nice place for families. Pool, tennis court, basketball court, etc to keep kiddos entertained right on site. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hope to visit again sometime."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Crown Point Resort
High Sierra Condominium
High Sierra Condominium
3 out of 5
504 Excalibur Rd, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly condo in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casino Apache Travel Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Lovely condo beautiful views"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

High Sierra Condominium
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
3 out of 5
215 Main Road, Ruidoso, NM
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Ruidoso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grindstone Lake and Wingfield Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (356 reviews)
Great place
"This was the last night of a nine day trip , we were exhausted and it was exactly what we needed to rest for the last leg home ! Very clean, quiet and will return!"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
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.

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