Well, we just swerved into this place more or less by accident, but what a find! Imagine an…read moreartist's retreat, tastefully decorated with wonderful antiques and paintings from local artists. Swarms of hummingbirds so tame that they'll sit on your finger while sipping nectar from the three feeders on the front deck kept us entranced! Linda prepared a breakfast that was out of this world. As mentioned in the previous reviews, just go--you will not be disappointed.

Wonderful experience. Linda is great, thank you for allowing us into your home. Location is great,…read morerooms are comfortable and homey. Coffee on the porch watching the hummingbirds argue was the best part of the trip. Only drawback is the street that is the driveway. It's a city street so Linda can't improve it. It is very steep with loose gravel. Our front wheel drive car just couldn't get up the hill. Not that big a deal, parking on Burro Street is paved and close. Just a short walk to the main strip, but we never heard any noise. We will definitely be back.

Fantastic romantic historical spot up on the clouds. Worth the crazy drive up in the snow. Watch…read morethat sunset from the tower!! Excellent dinner there too.

Have not personally stayed at the Lodge since we own a cabin - previously 1st Calvary tent a few…read moreblocks away. However, it was a goal to check out the lodge so that I could attest to others on its history. Emily at the front desk was so nice as well as the manager. They allowed me to walk the hotel, have coffee and cookies, take in the historic site and relax. I asked could I see one of the rooms since online the pictures were great and they have kept the original look and feel. the manager said he had step better than a standard room. He handed me a key to look at the Governors suite (see video). I returned the next day after hiking to have lunch and peruse the gift shop. Prices are a little higher, however the food is pretty amazing. I split a burger and chips. Food is great in the bar area. Dinning opens in evening but requires reservations. Pets are allowed for Small fee There is a golf course across the parking lot. Majestic views and well kept greens. don't be surprised but if you find yourself golfing around the deer, elk or wild horses. If you're lucky, you may see snow which makes all that much more beautiful. There is rich history of the lodge hanging in the walls and in areas to read upon. This used to be timber country and the original lodge burned down years and years and years ago. While at the Lodge check out Cloudcroft museum to take in all the history that included the Lodge, baby sanatorium and 1st Calvary visits, where it all started this beautifully small town.

This place is so relaxing and in such a beautiful location. The sky at night is filled with stars…read morewe can't see in Las Cruces. The surrounding forest is home to all sorts of wildlife. As bird people, we enjoyed seeing so many desert and scrub Jays, woodpeckers galore and the javalinas which came to feast on the foliage each morning. We went too late to see the mid boggling number of hummingbirds that come to the feeders there. Do yourself a favor and pack everything you need. The drive from the highway to the Domes takes 30+ minutes and is on one heck of a windy mountain road. One you get up to them, you'll not want to leave. There are staples in the pantry. But you'll need to bring your own food stuff. I am not very good at "doing nothing" but somehow this place managed to slow me down and allow me the relaxation I really needed. The Domes can accommodate 1 person or 20ish. The beds are comfy and the living space has everything you need . .. except a TV. There's wifi for your phone or tablet in case you need to catch up on news, check in with family or watch a game you just can't miss. Super reasonable for a large group. Check it out!

The domes are unique and beautiful. The scenery is awesome and remote. The hosts are delightful! It…read moreis a perfect place for a retreat or a reunion.

Oh my gosh. What a super cool hotel!…read more Sky Lodge vibes abound. Rooms are super clean, bathrooms are big, beds are spacious and incredibly comfy. Loved our stay here and if we're ever in the area, we'll definitely be back. They serve breakfast also but we didn't get up in time as these beds are just so wonderfully comfortable that we all slept in a bit too late on both days. This is probably one of the nicest hotels I've stayed at. Don't miss out!

I would give it a 3.5 star review…read more The hotel is pretty basic, the rooms are simple, nothing luxurious but it's a place to sleep. The showers in the rooms are nice though, very roomy. The breakfast they serve was pretty good too, they had sausage patties, country potatoes, scrambled eggs and biscuits and gravy. Although I live in Cloudcroft, every so often my husband and I like to rent a hotel and take a break from our kiddos, haha. I've stayed in this hotel twice and the pricing has always been around $130-$170 a night, with military discount. They do charge you a deposit also, I believe it's an extra $100 that you will get back after your stay. I personally prefer staying at Dusty Boots simply because it's usually cheaper and the rooms have more character but they don't serve breakfast, they only give you a slice of banana bread they make at the cafe. The Grand Hotel also has garage parking in case you want your car protected from the elements, good option for those snowy days. If you are traveling with a large group of people I recommend you rent a cabin or an Airbnb, but if it's just one person or a small family of 3-4, this hotel will do just fine, the beds are comfy and they have good breakfast, besides you're in Cloudcroft, chances are you will spend most of your time away from your hotel room anyways. Side note: for you smokers out there, you can only smoke outside of the hotel in the parking lot, you can't smoke at the sitting patio areas regardless that they are outside.

We came on a quite night and enjoyed a great meal. Our server, Beth, was very nice, prompt and…read moreattentive. For food, all the options were WONDERFUL! We ordered pistachio crusted trout and most of their specials: vegetable de jour (Brussels sprouts) appetizer (Escargot), soup of the day (Green Chicken Chile pazole), and steak de jour (ribeye) with potatoes de jour (steak fries). For dessert, we opted for the raspberry sorbet which was light and satisfying. Make sure to ask about the keys to the tower, neat to check out and hopefully you can find Judy Garland name carved there! You take take a drink up their and enjoy the view.

This restaurant is now called Eighteen 99. And I'm sorry, but the food is not great. The bread…read morewas ok. Maybe the burger. But they didn't have several items on the menu, they weren't ready for our reservation and we had to wait for 15 minutes even though the place was half empty. We weren't told there was another menu for the bar. The fish fry was heavy, greasy, and I literally had only one bite before asking the waitress to take it back. The elk backstrap was good, but it was on sauce that was flavorless and bland, like a basic flour-butter-milk sauce. The fries were heavy and also greasy. It feels like a management issue...it just seemed as if there was disorder and stress among the staff, despite the empty seats when we arrived. Now--onto the positives--the place is BEAUTIFUL. Whatever money they are saving on the chef and restaurant, they have put into the restoration and maintenance of this historic gem. You expect to see Clark Gable and Judy Garland (former guests of this lodge) at the next table. There is a lovely bar room and a lovely room with three tables in front of a huge fireplace. Gorgeous. And if you sit outside, there's a sunset there with your name on it. So if this review were for the Lodge, it may have been great! But it's not for the lodge. It's for the restaurant. And they are not putting the energy (and $?) into 1899 that this valuable piece of history deserves.

Such a unique, charming B&B. The owner of the property Debbie was accommodating, friendly, funny…read moreand loved to share stories. I stayed in the Geronimo room which had its own on suite bathroom. I hadn't slept that well in a long time. I think it was the quiet? Debbie brought a tray of fresh fruit, coffee, and oj to the room in the morning. Downstairs, she cooked an amazing breakfast with fresh eggs from her chickens, bacon, sausage, potatoes, toast/ English muffin and danish. I didn't need to eat the rest of the day. I absolutely loved the property's 2 dogs, 3 cats, and pickle the parrot. It was nice to share stories with fellow travelers. I give the stay a 5 for the hospitality, charm, breakfast, and animals. If you are looking for modern/polished/sterile accommodations this is not the place for you. I wish I had planned a longer stay.

This was an out of the blue find online at the end of a long road trip, n I wish I could have…read morestayed more than 1 day! The whole family owned estate was right in line with my style with the cool black velvet and western paintings n 70's decor n architectural scene! Debbie the owner/hotess/cook was a delight n made a breakfadt that makes you want to slap a Waffle House! Indoor pool and pool table, great room n great dogs too. Thanx y'all, highly recommended!

This is a really nice hideaway and so peaceful, no TV or distractions. It is full of antiques…read moreand plenty to look at. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. It is really not for people with disabilities and the hosts were understanding why we chose not to stay a second night. It is a nice change from the chain hotels most places and therefore each room has its own personality. I was thankful for as old as the building it, there were plenty of plugs for our electronic gear. :-) The breakfast was very nice and we enjoyed the conversation with the other couple. A unique and enjoyable B and B experience.

Christian, warm and friendly. We played guitar and sang…read morelots of our old favorite hymns ! The owner Gail has the beautiful voice and her husband Scott plays great Christian songs. Most of the travelers we met there were old friends and born-again believers. The food was varied and fantastic.

We had the most wonderful time at Christmas in 2018. We stayed in the tiny cabin and actually ended…read moreup getting snowed in after record breaking snowfall. Our awesome hosts made us breakfast and visited and it was amazing! The cabin was so cozy with the wood burning stove, and the scenery was breathtaking. We cannot wait to go back, hopefully for our "baby moon" in a few months!

From the owner: We believe that this is the absolute BEST location in Ruidoso, but we'll let you decide that for…read moreyourselves! :) We offer amazing mountain views of Sierra Blanca from the full length front deck, along with being in close proximity to Ski Run, Hiking, Casinos and Shopping. We are a clean, chemical free environment, and gluten free, vegan meals are available upon request. Kayaks are also available for rent! :)

My Family and my Daughter's family stayed in Sam's Cabin in July of 2018 and had a great time! To…read morea person, everone's reaction upon entering the cabin was "Wow"! It's a rustic but very nice, if not luxurious "cabin", although it's furnished like a home! It has 3 bedrooms including a master bedroom with a master bedroom bathroom. One of the rooms has bunk beds which my kid and grand kids loved! The main bathroom has a massive jacuzzi tub! The kitchen is fantastic and includes granite counter tops, a full size stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and it's fully stocked with everything you need to cook. There's even a full size washer & dryer which came in handy! The cabin is furnished with free WiFi, an HD TV, Blu-Ray Player and a small assortment of DVD's. The TV has some smart features including Netflix. The front porch is great. We spent a nice afternoon from the porch watching the rain. The back yard, and deck are wonderful, as they are furnished with a tables, chairs a fantastic hot tub, and BBQ Grill. The fenced back yard is great for the kids to explore and run around. When we were not out and about doing activities in town and the surrounding area, the cabin was a welcome fully furnished get away to relax, enjoy home cooked meals, play cards, watch TV, get in the hot tub, and even sleep. We made some great memories, including a visit from the local deer which come pretty close. On top of all that my granddaughter left a pair of blue jeans behind and they were kind enough to call me and insisted upon mailing them back. Now that's great customer service. I would definitely recommend this cabin. It' a bit of a windy, uphill drive to the cabin, but well worth it.

We stayed here for my girlfriend's 30th birthday. We were disappointed with almost everything but…read morethe view. The beds were terrible. I definitely suggest bringing your own pillows. Towels had holes in them. Dried, old food around the house on the carpet. The hot tub only fits 4 vs the 8 they advertised. Everything but the flat screen tv in the living room is out of date. The pilot switch on the fireplace is finicky and after calling management for 24 hours, they finally sent someone to fix it. I can't figure out how to sleep 13. We only counted 11 spots. The location was great. Ruidoso was wonderful. I highly suggest Casa Rio pizza.