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

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.

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.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

0.8 km from Museum of the Horse

Anna

NT$3,285

NT$3,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a lamp.

2. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

1.9 km from Museum of the Horse

LINNET

NT$2,389

NT$2,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

3. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

0.7 km from Museum of the Horse

Adriana

NT$2,552

NT$2,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, TV, and a painting on the wall.

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.

4. Quality Inn Ruidoso

2.1 km from Museum of the Horse

Jerry

NT$2,557

NT$3,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

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.

5. Simple Rewards Inn

1.5 km from Museum of the Horse

Henry

NT$1,806

NT$2,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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.

A modern restaurant with wooden cabinetry, multiple tables and chairs, and a kitchen area visible in the background.

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

6. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

2.1 km from Museum of the Horse

Mario

NT$2,839

NT$3,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a clock, and an American flag.

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.

7. Bestway Inn

0.5 km from Museum of the Horse

Kathy

NT$1,912

NT$2,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A compact room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a small refrigerator, a desk with a chair, and a white door.

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.

8. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

2.9 km from Museum of the Horse

Naomi

NT$1,864

NT$2,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

0.6 km from Museum of the Horse

Vicky

NT$2,848

NT$3,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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 Days Inn with a large sign, a covered parking area, and a building with multiple windows.

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

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

0.6 km from Museum of the Horse

James C

NT$2,389

NT$2,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

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.

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

1.3 km from Museum of the Horse

Aimee

NT$2,198

NT$2,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

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

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

12. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

5.8 km from Museum of the Horse

Roxanne

NT$5,210

NT$6,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

5.7 km from Museum of the Horse

Sonia

NT$2,695

NT$3,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of the Horse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs	9.0 Wonderful 869 reviews	View
Ruidoso Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Best Western Pine Springs Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Quality Inn Ruidoso	8.6 Excellent 147 reviews	View
Simple Rewards Inn	8.4 Very Good 645 reviews	View

Top Museum of the Horse Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

8/10 Good

"We’re just an overall day room was clean and the breakfast was good"

Quality Inn Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent

"Good for this area."

Simple Rewards Inn

8/10 Good

"Arriving for a 2-night stay in Aug 2026, I (adult male) mistakenly prepaid online for the wrong dates. The innkeeper promptly called the telephone number of the reservation service and fixed the issue at no extra cost and with a smile. Room and bath were very clean. Linens and bedding are better than comparable motels. Desk, recliner, iron, microwave and fridge were helpful extras. Great ice machine. That said, property is basic with worn, dated common areas and exteriors. Breakfast was very basic--waffles, danish, cereal, yogurt. Motel is good place to sleep-quiet and safe, convenient location. No elevator-every room involves steps to access--its sort of a split-level layout. -Great simple value but not for every traveler."

High Sierra Condominium

10/10 Excellent

"2 bedroom 2 bath on the first floor. Clean but could use an upgrade as it was musty in smell. The patio sliders were hard to open and close. Also, we swear it was haunted. Otherwise a good deal for the price."

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

8/10 Good

"The staff very friendly . Miss Rose very kind and friendly. The jacuzzi jets not working would have been a plus to our relaxation.Breakfast was regular continental tye. Good options"

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean very nice workers"

Best Western Pine Springs Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Love being on the mountain. Not luxurious but more than adequate. Miss having a small gym but great for walks and hiking."

Bestway Inn

8/10 Good

"Overall, especially for the price, it was a very good experience. Only minor distractions kept it from receiving a 5 star rating. The towels supplied (two) for two residents were too small and thin to effectively dry off after a shower. The pillows were thin and a bit stiff, the soap supplied was just about as small as you can get. I would stay there again, but I’d bring my own towels, soap and pillows. The metal wardrobe was rickety, and had dried paint on it from the last time the room was painted. The hosts were polite, and very accommodating."

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent

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Ruidoso Downs Racetrack

8.6/10 (595 reviews)

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Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center

8.2/10 (69 reviews)

Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center is just one of the places to see in Ruidoso Downs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Cree Medows Public Golf Course

8.4/10 (205 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ruidoso at Cree Medows Public Golf Course. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Casino Apache Travel Center

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Ruidoso Convention Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the events happening at Ruidoso Convention Center during your trip to Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes.

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Wingfield Park

8.8/10 (70 reviews)

After visiting Wingfield Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its ski slopes.

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Lotza Stuff

8.0/10 (70 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Lotza Stuff during your trip to Ruidoso Downs. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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The Links at Sierra Blanca

8.6/10 (346 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ruidoso at The Links at Sierra Blanca. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of the Horse?

Museum of the Horse is located in a family-friendly area of Ruidoso Downs known for its magnificent mountain views and top-notch casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 38 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Museum of the Horse?

Adjacent to Museum of the Horse, Bestway Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and free breakfast. Other good choices within a short distance include Best Western Pine Springs Inn and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs.

How many hotels will I find near Museum of the Horse?

Expedia has 38 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Museum of the Horse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of the Horse, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Museum of the Horse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Museum of the Horse?

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What can I see and do near Museum of the Horse?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Wingfield Park and Free Spirits at Noisy Water. Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, The Links at Sierra Blanca, or Cree Medows Public Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out. Grindstone Lake and Pillow's Funtrackers are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Museum of the Horse hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

2. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

3. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

4. Quality Inn Ruidoso

5. Simple Rewards Inn

6. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

7. Bestway Inn

8. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

11. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

12. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Compare popular hotels close to Museum of the Horse

Top Museum of the Horse Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Quality Inn Ruidoso

Simple Rewards Inn

High Sierra Condominium

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Bestway Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Other attractions near Museum of the Horse

Ruidoso Downs Racetrack

Billy the Kid Scenic Byways Visitors Center

Cree Medows Public Golf Course

Casino Apache Travel Center

Ruidoso Convention Center

Wingfield Park

Lotza Stuff

The Links at Sierra Blanca

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