The Best Hotels Closest to Grindstone Lake in Ruidoso for 2026

Our top choices for Grindstone Lake hotels

1. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

Downtown, 1.4 km from Grindstone Lake

Richard

￥36,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

2. Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

Downtown, 1.4 km from Grindstone Lake

Jonathan

￥35,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Downtown, 1.5 km from Grindstone Lake

charles

￥17,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

4. Whispering Pine Cabins

1.6 km from Grindstone Lake

Patti

￥31,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

The Cub Cabin | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

5. Canyon Cabins

1.6 km from Grindstone Lake

Marcia

￥30,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

BLACK BEAR (No.13) 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath, AC Window Unit, Split Level with Staircase | Living area | 36-inch LCD TV with digital channels, Netflix, streaming services

6. Casey's Cabins

1.6 km from Grindstone Lake

Armando

￥25,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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

1.5 km from Grindstone Lake

￥65,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

8. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

3.4 km from Grindstone Lake

German

￥13,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

9. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

Hollywood, 5.2 km from Grindstone Lake

Andrea m

￥21,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

Hollywood, 5.8 km from Grindstone Lake

Jeanne

￥19,272 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

11. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

Hollywood, 5 km from Grindstone Lake

ELIDA

￥15,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

12. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

4.4 km from Grindstone Lake

Marcos

￥34,124 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

13. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

7.3 km from Grindstone Lake

Nancy

￥15,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

14. Quality Inn Ruidoso

Hollywood, 4.9 km from Grindstone Lake

Jonathan

￥15,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

15. High Country Lodge

8.3 km from Grindstone Lake

Adriana

￥23,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Simple Rewards Inn

Hollywood, 5.3 km from Grindstone Lake

Laura

￥10,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

17. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

Hollywood, 4.8 km from Grindstone Lake

David

￥19,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

18. Bestway Inn

Hollywood, 6.1 km from Grindstone Lake

Kathy

￥11,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

19. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

3.7 km from Grindstone Lake

Sheila

￥10,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

Hollywood, 6 km from Grindstone Lake

Sonia

￥12,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

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Compare popular hotels close to Grindstone Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 554 reviews	View
Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 414 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Whispering Pine Cabins	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 95 reviews	View
Canyon Cabins	3.0 star property	8.4 Very Good 151 reviews	View

Top Grindstone Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was clean, staff was very polite and helpful."

Wonderful retreat lake house, close to great hiking trails

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house overlooking Grindstone lake. We had enough room for our family to stay and cheer me on while racing the inaugural Ironman 70.3 triathlon in Ruidoso. The deck was perfect for watching the swim course, especially since we brought a spotting scope on a tripod. The house was well supplied and we had no issues whatsoever. Highly recommend!"

Apache Paradise K9 Friendly | Relax, Soak & Unwind in the Pines of Ruidoso

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing views from the deck! Best place to hang out. Had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Fun seeing the deer around and love those hummingbirds!Just wish the hot tub had been more convenient. So many stairs and we were so tired each night! Maybe next time!Other than that, everything was perfect!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The house was beautiful! It was very spacious and we loved the view from every angle. The home is pet friendly which is one of the main reasons we booked. It was cleaned so well that you would never know that pets were allowed. We enjoyed sightseeing and shopping during the day and at night the hot tub was very relaxing. One thing that scared the absolute day lights out of us the first time we heard it was the emergency radio! It is loud but also a great warning system. This is not a complaint at all just a funny don't let it scare you too. We were traveling as a family with our 2 grown children and one younger child plus out mini dachshunds. The only thing I wish they would have had was a useable vacuum and a mop for spills or to clean then entry when coming in from outside since it was quite dusty. I just like to keep a clean space. Overall, the house was lovely we enjoyed our stay and would most definitely recommend or stay again."

Hotels near other Grindstone Lake attractions

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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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 189 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Grindstone Lake?

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Grindstone Lake. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Ruidoso - Midtown and Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Grindstone Lake?

Expedia has 189 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Grindstone Lake?

To access more information about updating your stay near Grindstone Lake or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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 Casino Apache and Pillow's Funtrackers.

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Our top choices for Grindstone Lake hotels

1. Shadow Mountain Lodge and Cabins

2. Upper Canyon Inn & Cabins

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

4. Whispering Pine Cabins

5. Canyon Cabins

6. Casey's Cabins

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

8. Sitzmark Chalet Inn

9. Elevate Hotel at Sierra Blanca

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Ruidoso Downs

11. Ruidoso Mountain Inn

12. MCM Elegante Lodge & Suites Ruidoso

13. Best Western Pine Springs Inn

14. Quality Inn Ruidoso

15. High Country Lodge

16. Simple Rewards Inn

17. Best Western Plus Ruidoso Inn

18. Bestway Inn

19. Budget Lodge Ruidoso

20. Days Inn by Wyndham Ruidoso Downs

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Top Grindstone Lake Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Midtown

Hotels near other Grindstone Lake attractions

Wingfield Park

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