Capitan is home to Smokey Bear Motel. Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop and Old Lincoln County Courthouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dr. Woods House and Lincoln State Monument. Ruidoso Winter Park and Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Capitan travel guide
316 Smokey Bear Blvd, Capitan, NM, 88316
What's nearby
Smokey Bear Historical Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Grindstone Lake
27 min drive - 35.7 km
Smokey Bear Museum
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Smokey Bear National Monument
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
15 min drive
Restaurants
Smokey Bear Restaurant
1 min walk
Oso Grill
6 min walk
Cancun Moon Cafe
6 min walk
El Paisano
5 min walk
Renee's Real Food
4 min walk
About this property
Smokey Bear Motel
Property highlights
Smokey Bear Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Smokey Bear Motel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Smokey Bear Motel Hotel
Smokey Bear Motel Capitan
Smokey Bear Motel Hotel Capitan
Frequently asked questions
Is Smokey Bear Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Smokey Bear Motel?
As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smokey Bear Motel on 2026/3/24 start from NT$3,076, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Smokey Bear Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Smokey Bear Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Smokey Bear Motel located?
Situated in Capitan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Smokey Bear Museum and Smokey Bear National Monument. Smokey Bear Historical Park and Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Smokey Bear Motel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Stay was quiet and safe. In the morning, walked across the parking lot for breakfast. Snacks in the room were a nice, welcoming touch. Easy check in and out. Wish we could have stayed longer.
It was a cute little place to stay for the night after watching a high-school football game. They communicated well with us and we didn't have any issue. Rooms were clean.
Super nice staff, excellent housekeeping. This historical hotel is old but so comfortable with great tv, coffee, fridge , micro, toiletries etc.
This should be your definite “stay” place when in Capitan.
It is an older motel and quaint! It fit its name, Smokey Bear motel! The room and the beds were clean, had extra towels already in room, water in frig, snacks in a welcoming bowl, and a coffee pot! We were there for 2 nights for a family graduation!
Staff sent me information to enter room before i arrived. Did not have to check in at office, was able to straight to room. Located right by amazing restaraunt! Was so nice!
This motel, while not the fanciest place in the world was perfect for what I wanted. I was looking for a quiet place to spend a few days away from people but still feel like home. The room was very cozy and almost felt like a well worn cabin. The diner in the parking lot served great food. It was peaceful and relaxing just like I wanted
Had a wonderful experience at SmokeyBear Motel! This is an older property with a few rough edges, but it was clean as could be, the water was very hot with great pressure, and all the amenities (fridge, microwave, coffee maker) were in "like new"condition! Carpet appears new, and the bed was comfortable and had great pillows. There's a restaurant in the parking lot and others within an eady walk. And the Smokey Bear Historical Park is right next door!
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Lorrie
2025/5/3
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Met Our Needs
As other reviewers have said, our room decor was cute and clean. The property itself seemed dated and in need of a handyman to repaint front doors and re-caulk the bathroom. Mattress was firm, maybe too firm for my back. Only one lock on the door, which was surprising in this day and age. The ladies at the front desk were very friendly, and the water bottles and snack basket left for us in the room were kind touches. Honestly, even though the Smokey Bear Hotel was 25 minutes north of Ruidoso, we chose to stay there to avoid steep taxes and fees in town.
Lorrie
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
2025/11/25
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and comfortable.
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Ginger
2025/6/6
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was perfect for what we needed this week. The motel was clean, the staff was friendly and the complimentary snacks were much appreciated.