Rainbow Inn & Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel in Carrizozo with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
103 Central Ave, Carrizozo, NM, 88301
  • Carrizozo Heritage Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Gallery 408
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Valley of Fires Recreation Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Carrizozo

Rainbow Inn & Cottages places you next to Carrizozo Heritage Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Gallery 408. Each of the 14 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Carrizozo Heritage Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gallery 408 - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Valley of Fires Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Ruidoso Winter Park - 45 min drive - 32.5 miles
  • Grindstone Lake - 58 min drive - 39.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Allsups - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Honey Girl' S Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Four Winds Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rustic Antler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paul's New Mexican Takeout - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Rainbow Inn & Cottages

Motel in Carrizozo with free parking
Rainbow Inn & Cottages features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This smoke-free motel also has a picnic area.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ceiling fans are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Computer monitor

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 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:30 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rainbow Inn Cottages Carrizozo
Rainbow Inn Cottages
Rainbow Cottages Carrizozo
Rainbow Inn & Cottages Motel
Rainbow Inn & Cottages Carrizozo
Rainbow Inn & Cottages Motel Carrizozo

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

Rainbow Inn & Cottages provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

This motel in Carrizozo is within a 10-minute walk of Carrizozo Heritage Museum and Gallery 408. Valley of Fires Recreation Area is also within a driving distance of 4 mi.

Is parking available on site at Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

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

Does Rainbow Inn & Cottages have a casino on the premises?

No, Rainbow Inn & Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Rainbow Inn & Cottages have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Rainbow Inn & Cottages feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Rainbow Inn & Cottages doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Rainbow Inn & Cottages allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rainbow Inn & Cottages though service animals are welcome.

Does Rainbow Inn & Cottages have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

The closest major airport to Rainbow Inn & Cottages is Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional), which is about 22.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rainbow Inn & Cottages?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Rainbow Inn & Cottages.

Rainbow Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 143 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Randi, Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfectly serviceable for our one-night stay. Carrizozo is a tiny town with very few services, but we were not looking for much. We had to be out and on the road very early for the Trinity site open house, so I don't think we were in this room for a full 12 hours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family and small children
A lot of bugs, roaches & flys in room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tracy

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Crooks

I booked a room online. Paid the full amount. When my guys got there they were charged $90 because it was only booked for 1 adult. Yet, when i went back and added a 2nd person online it only went up $10. So, we were charged $75.00 + an additional $90 for 1 extra person! How does that make sense?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms feel very clean and no strange odors. I was able to go to bed without feeling itchy everywhere wich was great to get a good night sleep.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Quirky little old fashioned motel

This is old school (like 1950s motor-hotel). You park right in front of your room. Many of the features of this motel are just like motels used to be. It’s designed for driving in, sleeping, and leaving. No pool. No breakfast. Key entry. The office is closed. You have to cross to motel across the street to check in. Staff is friendly but hard to get if you have an issue. The room a little tight with two beds but not unpleasantly so if there are two of you (4 would be a squeeze). Bathrooms have been recently renovated with rainfall showers heads (note: my son is 5’ 11” and he said he didn’t have much room to spare so folks an inch or two over 6 foot might have issues). Rest of the room hasn’t been updated for decades (which is shabby or charming depending on your POV). Room was clean but not spotless. A few flies but no other bugs. I slept well but the noise of the window AC unit kept my son awake. I found the sound of the unit helpful as you are close to a busy road. Bed was hard but not the worst. If you can’t stand the thought of going another hour or two to a larger town, the inn is a quirky place to stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Estevan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Confusion from what was pictured online and actual accommodations. Hotel is aged but was clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff & room very clean. Railroad staff loves this cute place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sheryl

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I made reservation it said they take service dogs When I got there they transferred me to there other property and I did not get a king size bed. Which my service dog is a Great Dane and sleeps with to alert me if I have drop in my condition and sleeping in a smaller bed is very inconvenient and the TV did not work and no one was available to help. I would not stay here again Do not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tadson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi was not available; had to go to the neighboring hotel to check in… the office and “gift shop” was closed the entire time.

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice touches in the bathroom area with beige towels, rolled in a basket. Nice mirror. Very comfortable bed with nice spread rather than comforter. No kleenex. Parking in front of unit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old style motel in a wide spot in the road. Large clean room with updated bath, mini fridge/freezer, microwave, and cable. Good place to wind down after a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Dale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Check in was across the street at another hotel, needed to go to other hotel for normal amenities - ice bucket and ice for example.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The clerk was very confused and was not clear about things with me. He told me that I would have to take up my issues with Expieda and not him and I said I would. Then he just kept on making it difficult. The room was very nice and clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had to go across the street and check in at another (seemingly better) motel and wait for someone to open the office to check in. After I checked in, a group of gang member looking housekeepers and their friends all watched as I walked to my room. It was very uncomfortable. The carpet in the room had a big stain in the middle that im hoping was red wine, and had about a dozen dead beetles and a dead scorpion next to the bed. My wife pulled the covers back on one of the beds and there was a live beetle in the bed. The door lock was old and flimsy and someone could easily kick in the door. We barely slept because we were worried about out truck getting broken into since there was no fence or gate around the property and the train that runs behind the building came by at least every hour. Also, the direct tv box had no signal so no working channels on the tv, i tried everything including changing the input settings and unplugging and plugging back in. At least there was coffee..

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don't be scared off by the exterior. It is rather run down and badly in need of paint. But the rooms have been nicely remodeled and most importantly everything worked (A/C, hot water, sinks drain). The rooms were clean and it was quiet even with a large family next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023