Title: Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=97278056&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch Cabin in Alto with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch ![Interior - Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch (Alto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97280000/97278100/97278056/ec251cf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch (Alto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97280000/97278100/97278056/99742da9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch (Alto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97280000/97278100/97278056/3b1fa058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch (Alto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97280000/97278100/97278056/0dd37f4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch (Alto)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97280000/97278100/97278056/7edd3840.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Hidden Buffalo in Alto, NM and enjoy a peaceful retreat with the whole family. This mountain hideaway features a spacious living area, wood burning fireplace, indoor hot tub and covered wrap-around porch with seating perfect for watching wildlife like wild horses or deer. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire cabin 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch 6 Bedroom | 3 Bathroom | Sleeps 14 max Bring the whole crew to Hidden Buffalo, a spacious 6BR/3BA mountain hideaway in Alto, NM — just minutes from Ruidoso. Designed for fun, comfort, and accessibility, this warm, welcoming home offers room for all generations to gather. Located close to Ruidoso Winter Park, Alto Lake, and Alto Golf Club, Hidden Buffalo is your perfect year-round retreat — ideal for family reunions, multi-generational groups, and friends' getaways. Amenities: 6 Bedrooms, 3 Full Bathrooms, 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full Bed, 3 Twin Beds, 2 Full Bathrooms w/ Shower/Tub Combos, 1 Bathroom w/ Walk-In Shower. Kids Only Loft Area w/ TV, Large Open Living Area, Wood Burning Fireplace, 2 Dining Tables w/ Chairs, Bar Area w/ Barstools, Covered Wrap Around Porch w/ Seating and Porch Swings, Hot Tub, Propane Gas Grill, Streaming Capabilities, Wi-Fi, Full Kitchen w/ Dishwasher, Handicapped Accessible with Level Entry, Indoor Lift, and Accessible Shower, Bedroom and Bathroom, Stackable Washer/Dryer, Regular Washer/Dryer, Pet Friendly w/ Additional Fee. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sledding nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105500000/105490600/105490549/e63fcc81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic view of Sierra Blanca and a few minutes from downtown Ruidoso. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 783952 ## About the area Located in Alto, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area and Smokey Bear National Monument, while Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts and Free Spirits at Noisy Water are cultural highlights. Ruidoso Winter Park and Ruidoso Winter Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Alto travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Alto.dx6182121) [View more Cabin rentals in Alto](https://www.expedia.ca/Alto-Cabins.d6182121-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.40371,-105.674774&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g%60%7CjEhr%7EcS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%40Q%3FS%40Q%40Q%40Q%40SBQ%40S%40QBQBQBQBQBQBQDQDQBQDODQDQFODOFQDOFQFOFOFOFOFOHOHMFOHOHKHOHMHMHMJKHMJMHKLMHKJKJKLKJKJIJKLIJILKLGJILGLILILELILGNGLELELENGLENELCNELCNENALCNCNANCLANANANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBNBL%40NDLBNDNBLDNDLFLDLDNDLFLFLHLDLHLHLFLHJFLJJHLHJJLHJJJJJJJJJLJJJJHLJLHJHLHLJLHNFJHNHNFLHNFNFNFNHNDNFPFNDPFNDNDPDPDNBPDPDPBPBPBPBPBPBP%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%40P%40P%40R%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPARAPAPAPAPARCPARCPCPCPCPCPCPEPENCPEPEPENEPGNEPGNGNEPILGPGLGPILGNINILGLINKLIJILILKLILKJKJKLKJKHKLKJMHKHMJKHMHKHMHMFMHMFMFMHMDMFODMFMDMDODMDODODMBOBMBOBOBO%40MBO%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAO%3FOAOAMAOCOAOCMCOCOCMCOEMEOEMEOEMEMGMEOGMEMIMGMGMIMGKIMIMIKIMKKIKIKKMKKKKKIKMMIKKMIMKMIMIKIMIOIMIMGOIOIMGQGMGOGOGQGOEOGQEOGQEOEQEQCQEOEQCQCQCQCQCQCQASAQCSAQAQAQAQ%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9RqMLK172yCtsrmM8aDDW_ruixs=) Alto, NM ### What's nearby - ![Grindstone Lake Dam in Ruidoso New Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643145/e4e1e54e-710c-4175-ab90-97c8ce8c49de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grindstone Lake 10 min drive \- 11.3 km - Eagle Creek Sports Complex 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Ruidoso Winter Park 1 min drive \- 0.4 km - The Links at Sierra Blanca 5 min drive \- 5.7 km - Ruidoso Winter Park 9 min drive \- 11.0 km ### Getting around - Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) 15 min drive ### Restaurants - Downshift Brewing Company 10 min drive - Starbucks 10 min drive - Lost Hiker Brewing Company 10 min drive - Schlotzsky's 10 min drive - Anaheim Jacks 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch? ### What time is check-out at Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch? ### Where is Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hidden Buffalo Lodge | Sleeps 13 • Hot Tub • Porch Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Pedro Y. Jan 13, 2026 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy Cabin is very spacious. Need a little bit of work and cleanness. Not very good equipped. ##### Pedro Y. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy F. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feliz viaje familar Muy buen sevisio buen lugar y todo super limpio ##### Lucy F. 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