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“Newly remodeled rooms NEW pillow top BEDS”

Days Inn Ruidoso Downs

4 of 5 stars
vick505
NM
Nov 19, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

I've stayed at this motel for over 5 years and the managment team has changed twice which i knw of, the current managers you can tell have taken charge on cleanliness in the rooms as well as overall...more

“Mine that tourist!”

Days Inn Ruidoso Downs

1 of 5 stars
ksuesmith
New Mexico
Sep 6, 2009
0/2 found this review helpful

We stayed in Ruidoso because we were far from home and did not want to travel at night. We were happy to find a room available during the Labor Day weekend; especially since Mine That Bird was also...more

“Busy place, but great service!”

Denny's

4 of 5 stars
texastunis
Heart of Texas
Aug 21, 2009

We had a party of five during a busy time and were pleased with the good service. Our food was consistent with Denny's usual quality as well. more

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