Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Smokey Bear National Monument - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Smokey Bear Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Grindstone Lake - 27 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Smokey Bear Restaurant - 1 min walk
Oso Grill - 6 min walk
Space - 2 min drive
Renee's Real Food - 4 min walk
Annies Little Sure Shot - 2 min drive
About this property
Smokey Bear Motel
Smokey Bear Motel is a great choice for a stay in Capitan. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
27 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping on request
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Smokey Bear Motel Hotel
Smokey Bear Motel Capitan
Smokey Bear Motel Hotel Capitan
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Smokey Bear Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Smokey Bear Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smokey Bear Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around Smokey Bear Motel like?
Smokey Bear Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Smokey Bear Historical Park and 5 minutes' walk from Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop.
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Reviews
Smokey Bear Motel Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
8.6
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Parking was very easy and convenient with options to park right in front of the room. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
We had a great stay.
Carmie
Carmie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Second time staying at this motel and it is always consistently clean and convenient. The complimentary basket of snacks and cold water is always appreciated.
Christina
Christina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Parking very easy. Security was probably not available as staff were not on site.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Great place
Alberto
Alberto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
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John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 Mar 2026
This property was nice and clean and quiet. Our only complaint was the small amount of tv channels. The WiFi worked great though. We had a nice quiet time.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2025
Nice staff and Room was clean!
Christian
Christian, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Very cozy and pleasant
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
The staff was very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and comfortable.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Easy check in and great rooms!
John
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2025
Snacks in the room
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2025
Coming here for many years , nice small town atmosphere and reasonable prices
Travis
Travis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2025
Old town charm here in Capitan. Rooms are spotless, comfortable!
Darrell
Darrell, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2025
It was great! And great restaurant walking distance was a plus!
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2025
Stay was quiet and safe. In the morning, walked across the parking lot for breakfast. Snacks in the room were a nice, welcoming touch. Easy check in and out. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
Really beautiful!! The rooms, the area…
Thank you!
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Apr 2025
Gardner was amazing in helping us in checking in to the motel.
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2025
Smokey Bear is great!
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2025
Great motel and appreciate the door code for entering withoit hassle
KRISANDI
KRISANDI, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
6 Jun 2025
This was perfect for what we needed this week. The motel was clean, the staff was friendly and the complimentary snacks were much appreciated.
Ginger
Ginger, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
The gladiolas in front of the hotel lobby and deer.
Millie
Millie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Apr 2025
The room was nice. The bathroom needs an update, but overall a good stay
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Sept 2025
It was a cute little place to stay for the night after watching a high-school football game. They communicated well with us and we didn't have any issue. Rooms were clean.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2025
Super nice staff, excellent housekeeping. This historical hotel is old but so comfortable with great tv, coffee, fridge , micro, toiletries etc.
This should be your definite “stay” place when in Capitan.
Darrell
Darrell, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Overall great experience. They sent my key code by text so was able to go directly to my room.