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Smokey Bear Motel

2.0 star property
Capitan guestrooms with free WiFi

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 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 Museum Gift Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Bear National Monument
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Classic Single Room

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

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Classic Double Room | Free WiFi

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room | Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Comfort Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Capitan

In Capitan .Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Smokey Bear Historical Park and Smokey Bear Museum. Smokey Bear National Monument and Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Smokey Bear Historical Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Bear Museum Gift Shop - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Bear National Monument - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smokey Bear Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grindstone Lake - 30 min drive - 23.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Bear Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oso Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shianns Truck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cancun Moon Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mozie's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Smokey Bear Motel

Capitan guestrooms with free WiFi
Free self parking is available.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
Smokey Bear Motel offers 27 accommodations. This Capitan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Smokey Bear Motel to the airport?

Smokey Bear Motel is 11.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Ruidoso, NM (RUI-Sierra Blanca Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smokey Bear Motel?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smokey Bear Motel on Jun 15, 2026 start from $110, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Smokey Bear Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Smokey Bear Motel.

Does Smokey Bear Motel offer free breakfast?

Smokey Bear Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Smokey Bear Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Smokey Bear Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Smokey Bear Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Smokey Bear Motel have a pool?

Smokey Bear Motel does not have a pool.

Does Smokey Bear Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Smokey Bear Motel to downtown Capitan?

Smokey Bear Motel is 0.3 mi away from Capitan.

Smokey Bear Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 94 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff and Room was clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cozy and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very 1950s! It was very, very clean. The staff was helpful. The location was good. We enjoyed being right next to the Smokey Bear restaurant. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and great rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and courteous. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coming here for many years , nice small town atmosphere and reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old town charm here in Capitan. Rooms are spotless, comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Snacks in the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful!! The rooms, the area… Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Cesar A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Didn't saw them
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

KRISANDI

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

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nice. The bathroom needs an update, but overall a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ginger

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The gladiolas in front of the hotel lobby and deer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025