Southeastern New Mexico, NM

Travel Guide

Roswell which includes street scenes
White Sands National Monument which includes desert views
White Sands National Monument which includes desert views and vehicle touring
White Sands National Monument showing desert views as well as a small group of people
Carlsbad Caverns National Park showing caves

Where to stay in Southeastern New Mexico

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Bear Park

5/5(1 area review)

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 Sacramento Peak Observatory and New Mexico Rails-to-Trails.

Bear Park
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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.

Ponderosa Heights
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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.

Sun Valley
White's City Cavern Inn
White's City Cavern Inn
2.5 out of 5
17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM
The price is AED 367 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
AED 367
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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! (1,597 reviews)
"It was close to Carlsbad Caverns and an easy drive to Guadalupe Mountains national Park. Probably depends on the season but in February the only restaurant in town was closed. Had to eat food from the limited supply convenience store."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

White's City Cavern Inn
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
2.5 out of 5
25971 US Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM
The price is AED 275 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
AED 275
AED 330 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Excelent"

Reviewed on 2 March 2025

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
3 out of 5
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM
The price is AED 328 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
AED 328
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alamogordo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,490 reviews)
"Great place when visiting White Sands."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
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Crown Point Resort by VRI Americas
Crown Point Resort by VRI Americas
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! (284 reviews)
"Always love staying here!"

Reviewed on 26 February 2025

Crown Point Resort by VRI Americas
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! (126 reviews)
"Pudiera ser más agua cliente se acababa pronto. Pero de ahí en fuera, excelente hubicacion. Servicio, la pasamos bien 7 personas ! Gracias (excelente) precio!!!"

Reviewed on 24 February 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! (330 reviews)
"Nice place to stay for a weekend."

Reviewed on 12 February 2025

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Popular places to visit

Carlsbad Caverns National Park featuring caves as well as an individual male

Carlsbad Caverns National Park

5/5(162 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Carlsbad Caverns National Park, a popular green space in Carlsbad. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Good donuts in a fun, b-movie sci-fi themed cafe. Classic Flash Gordon episodes were showing the other day.

Alien Zone

4/5(126 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Alien Zone during your trip to Roswell. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Alien Zone

Ruidoso Winter Park

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Catch an event at Ruidoso Winter Park during your trip to Alto. Check out the casinos and charming coffeehouses in this relaxing area.

Ruidoso Winter Park

Ski Apache

4/5(178 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Ski Apache, a top ski area in Ruidoso. Check out the casinos and charming coffeehouses in this relaxing area.

Ski Apache

Grindstone Lake

4.5/5(140 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Grindstone Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Ruidoso. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.

Grindstone Lake

International UFO Museum

4/5(210 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at International UFO Museum during your trip to Roswell. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

International UFO Museum