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A town street at dusk with snow-capped mountains in the background.
A lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a television, and a patterned rug.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A spa area with a hot tub, large windows, and a plant.

1. City Express by Marriott Ruidoso

City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
Downtown, 1.4 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Jose
CA $165
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
Vending machine
An aerial view of a parking lot with multiple cars, a building with a red roof, and surrounding greenery.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
Downtown, 1.5 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Audrey
CA $126
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.
A rustic lodge with a large wooden statue, a stone building, and several parked cars.
A view through a window with a metal grid, a tree, and a bench.
A restaurant interior with a stone facade, a sign reading "OPEN", and a security camera.

3. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

Sitzmark Chalet Inn
3.4 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Delia
CA $94
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
A hotel with multiple buildings, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a motorcycle and a car.
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.

4. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Ruidoso Mountain Inn
Hollywood, 5 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
scott
CA $88
CA $107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a carpeted floor.
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.

5. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

Best Western Pine Springs Inn
7.3 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Marcela
CA $113
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
A modern dining area with a central table, multiple seating options, and a geometric patterned rug.
A hotel corridor with a coffee station, framed artwork, and a long hallway.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
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.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
Hollywood, 5.8 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Eudor
CA $161
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs
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 two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a potted plant, and a painting on the wall.
A building with a large blue sign reading "Simple Rewards Inn" on the side.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, dining table, and lamps.

7. Simple Rewards Inn

Simple Rewards Inn
Hollywood, 5.3 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Sergio
CA $75
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Simple Rewards Inn
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 lobby with teal leather chairs, a patterned wall, and a reception desk.
Indoor pool

8. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
Hollywood, 5.2 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
raymundo
CA $133
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca
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.
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."

9. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Quality Inn Ruidoso
Hollywood, 4.9 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Edward
CA $96
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quality Inn Ruidoso
A restaurant with wooden walls and a long counter. There are multiple tables and chairs.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a refrigerator, a heater, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A compact room with a television on a wooden cabinet, a small refrigerator, a desk with a chair, and a white door.

10. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

Budget Lodge Ruidoso
3.7 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Eunice
CA $83
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Budget Lodge Ruidoso
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.
An indoor swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a beige floor and white walls.
A modern restaurant with wooden cabinetry, multiple tables and chairs, and a kitchen area visible in the background.

11. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
Hollywood, 4.8 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Mario
CA $133
CA $151 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.
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.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

12. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
Hollywood, 6 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Antonio
CA $107
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
A breakfast area with a microwave, coffee machine, and food dispensers.
A motel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.
A bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a towel rack with two towels.

13. Bestway Inn

Bestway Inn
Hollywood, 6.1 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Ronda
CA $85
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Bestway Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.
A swimming pool with a no diving sign, pool rules poster, and a lifebuoy.
A hotel with a prominent sign, a covered outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.
A gazebo with a red roof, surrounded by gravel, near a building with a covered patio area.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
Hollywood, 6 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Claudia
CA $114
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs
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.

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso

Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
Hollywood, 5.3 km from Grindstone Lake
United States
Horacio
CA $98
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Travelodge by Wyndham Ruidoso
A hallway with a bench, a door marked '104', and a stone-patterned floor.
A modern house with large glass doors leading to a dining area and kitchen.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a central island with a cutting board.
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, and a fireplace.

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

Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
3.4 km from Grindstone Lake
CA $302
CA $637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ruidoso Getaway w/ Deck - 16 Mi to Ski Apache
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Compare popular hotels close to Grindstone Lake

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A town street at dusk with snow-capped mountains in the background.
City Express by Marriott Ruidoso
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A pool area with two separate pools, each with a diving board and a lifeguard chair.
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
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A rustic wooden sauna with a large barrel labeled "SAUNA" and a wicker sofa.
Sitzmark Chalet Inn
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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A hotel with multiple buildings, a covered entrance, and a parking area with a motorcycle and a car.
Ruidoso Mountain Inn
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wooden beams and glass tables and chairs.
Best Western Pine Springs Inn
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Top Grindstone Lake Hotel Reviews

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

10/10 Excellent
"Comfy, cozy, clean, and quiet!"
Destiny 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins
Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown

10/10 Excellent
"Customer service was the best ever."
Ricardo 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent
"There were tons of Elk! Breakfast was great! Just wish we could have had a suite instead of a regular room but those are too pricey. Really would've enjoyed a balcony room as well, but again, too pricey."
Timothy 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso
Casey's Cabins

Casey's Cabins

8/10 Good
"Our cabin was amazing, it was exactly as advertized. The whole cabin was exceptionally clean, our only hiccup was the bed was a little less sturdy than we expected, and we found that it shifted somewhat when we moved around. Unfortunately, this made it a bit difficult for us to feel completely comfortable. Other than that our stay was amazing."
Viviana 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Casey's Cabins
Roaming Elk Pet Friendly | Hot Tub Bliss, Midtown Fun & Endless Mountain Memories

Roaming Elk Pet Friendly | Hot Tub Bliss, Midtown Fun & Endless Mountain Memories

10/10 Excellent
"It was very clean and a great quiet place. It held all of us and it was a wonderful experience. Thank you."
Lisa H. 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Roaming Elk Pet Friendly | Hot Tub Bliss, Midtown Fun & Endless Mountain Memories
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

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."
Mike 2-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins
Mesa Verde, Hot Tub, Pedestal Octagon Home / Mountain Views

Mesa Verde, Hot Tub, Pedestal Octagon Home / Mountain Views

10/10 Excellent
"The house was perfect with an amazing view. The host was so helpful!"
Kaye C. 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Mesa Verde, Hot Tub, Pedestal Octagon Home / Mountain Views
Chelsea House | Mountain Solitude with Panoramic Views

Chelsea House | Mountain Solitude with Panoramic Views

10/10 Excellent
"Very quiet, very dark at night. No rain while we there but temperature was better than lubbock Tx. We had a great time, thank you"
Brenda b. 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Chelsea House | Mountain Solitude with Panoramic Views
Grindstone Cowboy | Luxury Lake Views, Hot Tub & Game Room Retreat

Grindstone Cowboy | Luxury Lake Views, Hot Tub & Game Room Retreat

8/10 Good
"The property is wonderful! The view is great! The Internet never worked and the message we got from host didn’t help. There is a new construction going on next door and banging and hammering starts at 8 am. We were not informed of this ahead of time."
Kim C. 5-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Grindstone Cowboy | Luxury Lake Views, Hot Tub & Game Room Retreat

Other attractions near Grindstone Lake

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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Casino Apache

8.8/10 (550 reviews)
Why not try your luck with a visit to Casino Apache during your travels in Mescalero? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
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Casino Apache Travel Center

Why not try your luck with a visit to Casino Apache Travel Center during your travels in Mescalero?
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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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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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Museum of the Horse

8.2/10 (70 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of the Horse in Ruidoso Downs. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
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Free Spirits at Noisy Water

8.6/10 (94 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Free Spirits at Noisy Water during your trip to Ruidoso Downs. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Grindstone Lake?
Grindstone Lake is located in a family-friendly area of Ruidoso known for its magnificent mountain views and top-notch casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 185 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Grindstone Lake?
Casey's Cabins is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this cabin offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Grindstone Lake. Other good choices within a short distance include Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins and Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Grindstone Lake?
Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Grindstone Lake.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Grindstone Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Grindstone Lake.
What can I see and do near Grindstone Lake?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Wingfield Park and Free Spirits at Noisy Water. The Links at Sierra Blanca, Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, or Cree Medows Public Golf Course are some local sights worth checking out. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Pillow's Funtrackers and Casino Apache.

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