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Smokey Bear Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Capitan with free parking

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Free WiFi
Classic Double Room | Free WiFi
Exterior
Classic Double Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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316 Smokey Bear Blvd, Capitan, NM, 88316
  • Place, Smokey Bear Historical Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Bear National Monument
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Classic Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room | Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Double Room | Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Capitan

Smokey Bear Motel places you within a 5-minute walk of Smokey Bear Museum and Smokey Bear National Monument. This 27-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Smokey Bear Historical Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Bear National Monument - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 23 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Ski Apache - 40 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Bear Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oso Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪CHEF E Catering - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mozie's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪TGFP - Thank God for Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Smokey Bear Motel

Hotel in Capitan with free parking
You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Smokey Bear Motel Hotel
Smokey Bear Motel Capitan
Smokey Bear Motel Hotel Capitan

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Smokey Bear Motel?

Located steps from Smokey Bear Museum, this hotel is in Capitan, and within a 10-minute walk of Smokey Bear Historical Park and Smokey Bear National Monument. You'll also find Smokey Bear Museum and Gift Shop and Fort Stanton-Snowy River National Conservation Area within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Smokey Bear Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Smokey Bear Motel include a casino?

No, Smokey Bear Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Smokey Bear Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Smokey Bear Motel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Smokey Bear Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Smokey Bear Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Smokey Bear Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Smokey Bear Motel.

Does Smokey Bear Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Smokey Bear Motel?

The closest major airport to Smokey Bear Motel is Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional), which is 11.6 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smokey Bear Motel?

No, at Smokey Bear Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Smokey Bear Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pancho

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pancho

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and great rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

omar

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

millie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
snacks in basket. toiletries wonderful...clean lamp on when I got there precious. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ginger

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was perfect for what we needed this week. The motel was clean, the staff was friendly and the complimentary snacks were much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taska

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great! And great restaurant walking distance was a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nidya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Far but confortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISANDI

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel and appreciate the door code for entering withoit hassle
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you Smokey Bear!

Staff sent me information to enter room before i arrived. Did not have to check in at office, was able to straight to room. Located right by amazing restaraunt! Was so nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint motel.

It is an older motel and quaint! It fit its name, Smokey Bear motel! The room and the beds were clean, had extra towels already in room, water in frig, snacks in a welcoming bowl, and a coffee pot! We were there for 2 nights for a family graduation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coming here for many years , nice small town atmosphere and reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smokey Bear is great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Xx
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Met Our Needs

As other reviewers have said, our room decor was cute and clean. The property itself seemed dated and in need of a handyman to repaint front doors and re-caulk the bathroom. Mattress was firm, maybe too firm for my back. Only one lock on the door, which was surprising in this day and age. The ladies at the front desk were very friendly, and the water bottles and snack basket left for us in the room were kind touches. Honestly, even though the Smokey Bear Hotel was 25 minutes north of Ruidoso, we chose to stay there to avoid steep taxes and fees in town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gardner was amazing in helping us in checking in to the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Fresh mint for tea growing in the garden. It was a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small town gem!

Had a wonderful experience at SmokeyBear Motel! This is an older property with a few rough edges, but it was clean as could be, the water was very hot with great pressure, and all the amenities (fridge, microwave, coffee maker) were in "like new"condition! Carpet appears new, and the bed was comfortable and had great pillows. There's a restaurant in the parking lot and others within an eady walk. And the Smokey Bear Historical Park is right next door!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel, while not the fanciest place in the world was perfect for what I wanted. I was looking for a quiet place to spend a few days away from people but still feel like home. The room was very cozy and almost felt like a well worn cabin. The diner in the parking lot served great food. It was peaceful and relaxing just like I wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025