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Ponderosa Lodge

2.0 star property
Lodge in Red River with free parking

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets
Ponderosa Lodge sits in the heart of nature, providing a cozy retreat for guests. Travelers can stay connected with WiFi while preparing meals on the outdoor charcoal grills. The staff receives consistent praise from previous visitors for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite | 1 bedroom, down comforters, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Red River is home to Ponderosa Lodge. Red River Ski Area and Lost Lake are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Río Grande del Norte National Monument and Carson National Forest. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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Map
200 W Main St, Red River, NM, 87558

What's nearby

  • Old Town - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Red River Conference Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Red River Nature Trail - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Red River Ski Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mallette Park Nature Trail - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Angel Fire, NM (AXX) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yesterdays Diner - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Grill at the Lift House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bull O The Woods Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • The Ski Tip Restaurant
  • ‪Bearly Awake - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Ponderosa Lodge

Property highlights
Ponderosa Lodge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Ponderosa Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers
  • 50-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Heating and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 16 2024 to October 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ponderosa Lodge Lodge
Ponderosa Lodge Red River
Ponderosa Lodge Lodge Red River

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 15 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Lodge located?

Situated in Red River, this lodge is steps from Carson National Forest, Brandenburg Park, and Old Town. Red River Community House and Red River Conference Center are just steps away.

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Ponderosa Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 243 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, clean updated rooms. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean very nice rooms are brand new staff is very friendly and polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled rooms and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay in Red River. The rooms have just been remodeled and are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is newly renovated and the location is perfect, I will definitely keep coming back to this property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are way different than what was online - but in the best way! Fully renovated, nice, clean, sleek looking rooms. Quick and kind staff too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the renovation of the bathroom, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the room it was renovated and was really nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently renovated, so that was a nice surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is remodeled so the rooms do not look like the pictures. It was clean and quiet and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently remodeled and extremely nice and the shower was wonderful. Everything was easily walked to. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
From the moment seeing the room and shower I knew I picked the perfect place, the fact the owner was down to earth and a cool guy made the stay all that much better!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly remodeled. Staff was. Friendly. Convenient to everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was perfect for what we needed. Very clean, updated and modern style. We'd definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Centrally located to town. Parking is limited.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the location. The lodge is pretty much right in the center of town within easy walking distance of everything. They are currently doing renovations but the unit we stayed in was nicely accommodated. I also like that they're a pet friendly location which made it very nice for us to bring our pups along.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

WENDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was under going renovations when we stayed there. Our room was clean and comfortable. The only thing I did not care for was the paint fumes, it was a little too much for me but my husband didn't notice. We would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was being renovated but our room was newly updated and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to stay and walk to ski lift.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

johnscott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Remodeled rooms, great shower
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal stay. Newly remodeled rooms and Mike was wonderful at check in. Will absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay and the people at the reception are wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Newly renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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