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A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.

A restaurant interior with a stone facade, a sign reading "OPEN", and a security camera.

A view through a window with a metal grid, a tree, and a bench.

A rustic lodge with a large wooden statue, a stone building, and several parked cars.

1. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

10.6 km from Cow Mountain

TAMMY

฿2,213

฿2,505 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

A reception area with a sign for 'RUIDOSO MOUNTAIN INN'.

2. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

12.3 km from Cow Mountain

Margaret

฿2,351

฿2,828 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A small, modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.

3. Simple Rewards Inn

12.5 km from Cow Mountain

Sergio

฿1,995

฿2,524 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with a blue floor, white lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

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

12.3 km from Cow Mountain

Edward

฿2,412

฿2,932 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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.

5. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

14 km from Cow Mountain

Marcela

฿2,660

฿2,984 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a beige door, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a sink.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A hotel corridor with a coffee station, framed artwork, and a long hallway.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

12.6 km from Cow Mountain

Anna

฿3,483

฿3,907 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A lobby with patterned walls, leather seating, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a stone accent wall, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the seating area.

A lobby with teal leather chairs, a patterned wall, and a reception desk.

7. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

12.4 km from Cow Mountain

raymundo

฿2,794

฿3,667 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central chandelier. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

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

8. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

7.8 km from Cow Mountain

Susan

฿5,492

฿6,527 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden gazebo with a red railing, outdoor tables, and chairs, overlooking a scenic landscape.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a stone-tiled floor, and a metal ladder.

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.

9. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

12.2 km from Cow Mountain

Mario

฿3,248

฿3,677 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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 compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a refrigerator, a heater, and a door leading to a bathroom.

10. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

10.9 km from Cow Mountain

Eunice

฿1,965

฿2,291 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

A gazebo with a red roof, surrounded by gravel, near a building with a covered patio area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

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

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

12.8 km from Cow Mountain

Jay

฿2,740

฿3,074 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

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

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

12.8 km from Cow Mountain

Antonio

฿2,479

฿2,780 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a towel rack with two towels.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Bestway Inn

12.9 km from Cow Mountain

Ronda

฿2,015

฿2,429 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

An aerial view of a parking lot with multiple cars, a building with a red roof, and surrounding greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

8 km from Cow Mountain

Audrey

฿2,969

฿3,360 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A highway with a stop sign and a sign reading "High Country."

A living room with a brick fireplace, a television on a stand, a sofa, a chair, and a table.

A building with a red roof, surrounded by trees.

An outdoor deck with picnic tables and barbecue grills, surrounded by trees.

15. High Country Lodge

6.9 km from Cow Mountain

CRYSTAL

฿4,332

฿4,776 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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.

A kitchen with a blue wall, a coffee station, and a TV mounted above the counter.

A pool area with a gazebo, a fenced pool, and a building in the background.

16. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

12.4 km from Cow Mountain

Aimee

฿2,317

฿2,623 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hallway with a bench, a door marked '104', and a stone-patterned floor.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with a cutting board.

A modern house with large glass doors leading to a dining area and kitchen.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a small seating area with a bench.

17. Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache

7.8 km from Cow Mountain

฿7,120

฿15,034 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a cozy seating arrangement.

A wooden staircase leading to a house with a balcony, surrounded by trees.

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a high ceiling.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a mounted deer head.

18. Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck + Views: 4 Mi to Winter Park

8.6 km from Cow Mountain

฿6,280

฿14,084 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view of trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, chairs, and a view of trees.

A kitchen with a microwave, stove, sink, and tiled backsplash.

A living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

19. Shuffleboard & Arcade! Alto Family Escape

7.6 km from Cow Mountain

Greg

฿12,023

฿25,938 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, leather sofas, and a fireplace.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A wooden cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a grill area.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and large windows with wooden shutters.

20. Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck & Grill - Walk to Town!

8.2 km from Cow Mountain

฿7,120

฿15,034 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Cow Mountain

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sitzmark Chalet Inn	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Ruidoso Mountain Inn	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Simple Rewards Inn	8.4 Very good 672 reviews	View
Quality Inn Ruidoso	8.8 Excellent 166 reviews	View
Best Western Pine Springs Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Cow Mountain Hotel Reviews

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

8/10 Good

"Cabin is nice. Carpet needs replacing. Nice bed. Extremely quiet at night. Overall, an enjoyable stay."

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent

"Greatly appreciated the breakfast. They had pozole and asado on the weekends. Great breakfast and location for my ruidoso trip"

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful location, right across from the river. Great communication and guidance given from management and very clean lodge."

Canyon Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Lots of space to spread around. Plenary of parking. Private. Electric fire place. Bring your own shampoo and body wash!"

Whispering Pine Cabins

8/10 Good

"It was very quiet and quaint but not a lot of amenities. Make sure you have your own toiletries. They could have stock some of those things for the price."

Other attractions near Cow Mountain

Grindstone Lake

9.0/10 (644 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.

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Ruidoso Winter Park

10.0/10 (6 reviews)

Bring the family to Ruidoso Winter Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its ski slopes.

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Eagle Creek Sports Complex

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Eagle Creek Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ruidoso. Discover the mountain views and shops 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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Ruidoso Convention Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the events happening in 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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cow Mountain?

Cow Mountain is located in Mescalero. You'll find 722 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Cow Mountain?

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a golf course and an indoor pool. It's located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Cow Mountain. Other good choices within a few miles include Whispering Pine Cabins and Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cow Mountain?

Expedia has 722 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Cow Mountain.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cow Mountain, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Cow Mountain.

What can I see and do near Cow Mountain?

Create some family memories at Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park. You might plan a visit to Ski Apache or The Links at Sierra Blanca while you're in the area. A visit to Grindstone Lake is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for Cow Mountain hotels

1. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

2. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

3. Simple Rewards Inn

4. Quality Inn Ruidoso

5. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

7. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

8. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

9. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

10. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

13. Bestway Inn

14. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

15. High Country Lodge

16. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

17. Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache

18. Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck + Views: 4 Mi to Winter Park

19. Shuffleboard & Arcade! Alto Family Escape

20. Ruidoso Cabin w/ Deck & Grill - Walk to Town!

Compare popular hotels close to Cow Mountain

Top Cow Mountain Hotel Reviews

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Canyon Cabins

Whispering Pine Cabins

Other attractions near Cow Mountain

Grindstone Lake

Ruidoso Winter Park

Eagle Creek Sports Complex

The Links at Sierra Blanca

Ruidoso Convention Center

Wingfield Park

Cree Medows Public Golf Course

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