Name: Ponderosa Lodge Ascend Collection
Address: 200 W Main St, Red River, New Mexico, United States of America, Red River, New Mexico, US
Price range: $111–$200 per night
Rating: 8.2

What guests think

Across many reviews, Ponderosa Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel, earns praise for newly renovated, very clean rooms with modern touches and standout showers, a central walkable location, and friendly, accommodating staff.

However, extensive ongoing construction often limits parking and leaves exterior areas cluttered. Some reviewers noted missing furnishings in a few rooms, occasional noise, and that certain rooms lack air conditioning. Expect modern interiors and helpful service, but be prepared for active renovations.

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Facilities

Property is under active renovation; exterior areas can be messy and parking is frequently limited. Some guests mentioned a currently unavailable hot tub and noted pet-friendly policies.

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William

Mar 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No vending machines. Located in a town that shuts down by 8pm. Got woke up at 4:45am to the neighbors cooking something that smelt like something horrible. The nicest part of this stay was the showers and the view but not the property itself

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Charles D

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Kristopher

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Half the property was under construction as the crew was blasting music throughout the day. The walls were thin and our neighbors were disruptive. Parking was terrible due to the construction materials being staged there.

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Rob

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Centrally located to town. Parking is limited.

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Lagarto

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Once the remodel is complete, it should be amazing, but the place was a construction zone with limited staff

10

Thomas

Jul 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I enjoyed the experience. It was my girlfriend’s first time in Red River. Great experience and the hotel was clean and friendly. The only complaint was the children running up and downstairs on Saturday night, but that is ok. If one complaint I thought the place had a hot tub, but that was years ago. Otherwise, great experience.

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Nancy

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

They are in the middle of an extensive remodel. Our room is going to be very nice when they get all of their furniture in. We had no nightstands, no couch to sit on, NO bars to hang clothes on. Bed was very comfortable and rainfall shower was nice but no shelving in shower to put soap, shampoo, etc. Limited parking due to piles of inventory for the remodel.

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Dean

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They are in the process of completely remodeling every room. The furniture and fixtures, especially in the bath room, have fresh modern flair. The shower is amazing, and the TV is large. The manager with very friendly and helpful. I asked about the hot tub, and he said it would be finished in the spring. I will definitely stay here again!

10

gary

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice updated rooms. No place to park due to construction

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Susan

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This place was a disaster. They were in the middle of a remodel and their parking area was piled with building supplies. Very limited to those needing accessibility. No heads up on property listing that this was happening. Not enough parking available for a holiday weekend. Front desk didnt care at all.

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Cleanliness

Renovated rooms are consistently described as very clean. A few guests reported construction dust or poor exterior cleanliness during the remodel.

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Susan

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is in a great location. They are updating the rooms. The updated rooms are spotless and the beds are very comfortable.

10

helene

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic! Upgraded to a suite, clean and brand new. A no brainer!

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ron

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, shower was very clean and user friendly.

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Michelle

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms were extremely clean, staff was friendly. They are remodeling but it did not hamper parking or any experience that we had.

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Judy

Oct 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room! Fabulous shower!! Really clean! Construction going on all around but was not a hindrance. Would definitely stay here again!

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Jason

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was absolutely the worst stay I’ve ever had, the place was under construction. Very unsafe and filthy.

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Raymond

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean.

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Danny

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived without reservations and I needed beds for 6 adults. The staff set us up with adjoining rooms that were more than sufficient. The rooms were freshly remodeled and all appliances were like new. I was so pleased with the cleanliness of the entire property. The staff was friendly and efficient. I would give them 6 stars if I could. It will be my place to stay when visiting Red River N.M. We loved our stay!!!

10

Becca

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Edna

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing stay, clean updated rooms. Will definitely stay again!

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Rooms

Newly remodeled rooms feel modern and comfortable, with many praising the upgraded, multi-head rainfall showers and beds. Some units were missing furniture during renovations, and several reviews say certain rooms lack air conditioning.

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hellen

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room is just renovated with many modern upgrades. The room is spacious and clean. The staff is friendly.

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Victor

Jul 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

No air conditioning. No fridge. You have to leave a box fan in the open window to get any air. Lights from the walkway light up the room making it hard to sleep, since you have to leave the window open. Water in the shower cycles from very cold to scalding hot and you have to keep adjusting it. It's certainly in a convenient spot, but we wouldn't stay here again.

10

Carol

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property is in the process of being renovated, and they were careful to keep noise and ongoing work respectfully quiet. We stayed in a one-bedroom suite with a king bed, a kitchen, a dining area, and a living room area. TVs in the kitchen area and in the bedroom. The blackout curtains and the bathroom shower with rain, waterfall, multi-directional body spray, and a handheld showerhead were awesome. We would stay again.

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Joseph

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was very impressed with the room.... the outside of the hotel looked older and dated by the inside was really nice and modern. The rain shower was AWESOME. Lol.....id definitely stay here again.

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Toni

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was recently remodeled and extremely nice and the shower was wonderful. Everything was easily walked to. Would stay here again.

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Victoria

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in the 2 king suite that has been newly remodeled. It was very clean. The beds were very comfortable. The rainfall multi-headed shower was amazing! The kitchen is ready to use with dishes, cups and utensils. There is active remodeling happening now, but it did not affect our stay. The staff was friendly and helpful. Can't wait to stay again!

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Nancy

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

They are in the middle of an extensive remodel. Our room is going to be very nice when they get all of their furniture in. We had no nightstands, no couch to sit on, NO bars to hang clothes on. Bed was very comfortable and rainfall shower was nice but no shelving in shower to put soap, shampoo, etc. Limited parking due to piles of inventory for the remodel.

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Jana

Jan 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

New rooms! The shower was the best ever!

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Dean

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They are in the process of completely remodeling every room. The furniture and fixtures, especially in the bath room, have fresh modern flair. The shower is amazing, and the TV is large. The manager with very friendly and helpful. I asked about the hot tub, and he said it would be finished in the spring. I will definitely stay here again!

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Justin

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is showing its age. It is outdated and does not have AC. In July during a heat wave that made for an uncomfortable night.

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Service

Staff and management, including Mike, are repeatedly praised as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with easy check-ins. Isolated issues include a reservation mix-up, limited staffing during construction, and one report of unprofessional behavior.

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Daniel

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing, the owner / manager was amazing, helpful, just made our stay even better. I highly recommend thisnproperty. Its under construction in some areas, doesnt matter. Its middle of town, close to everything. Wonderful!

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Daron

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice remodeled room. Construction ongoimh on other rooms. Staff was great allowing early check in. Certainly recommend!

6

Tiffany

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was excellent! Staff were rude.

10

Brad

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome place and will definitely stay here again. Manager Mike was extremely helpful in providing info about where to go and what to do while in town.

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Lance

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Manager was outstanding

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Lagarto

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Once the remodel is complete, it should be amazing, but the place was a construction zone with limited staff

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Richard

Mar 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Phenomenal stay. Newly remodeled rooms and Mike was wonderful at check in. Will absolutely stay again.

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Sheila

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The new rooms looked awesome unfortunately they couldn’t find our reservation so when they did we didn’t even get the room we reserved.

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Danny

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived without reservations and I needed beds for 6 adults. The staff set us up with adjoining rooms that were more than sufficient. The rooms were freshly remodeled and all appliances were like new. I was so pleased with the cleanliness of the entire property. The staff was friendly and efficient. I would give them 6 stars if I could. It will be my place to stay when visiting Red River N.M. We loved our stay!!!

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Vince

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

when we booked this property we didn't realize is was being remodeled, the parking lot is full of construction material and junk very unsafe, plus it took up half the parking lot. when we checked in the office staff and several customers were drinking in the lobby and several were very drunk. the first room they gave was nothing like the picture shown on there website,they did move us into a better room that was very difficult to get to do to all the junk in the parking lot. i was very unhappy with this property and think we should get some kind of refund!!!! i would not recomend this property to anyone at this time,

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Location

Right in the center of town with easy walking access to shops, dining, and the ski area. A few noted street or venue noise at times.

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Julie

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy access to everything

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Kimberly

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quirky place that’s a little run down but the uniqueness made up for it. Great location, middle of town. You can walk very easily to all things in red river

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Mark

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is perfect for ski in and ski out at Red River Mtn and dining options. Currently doing reconstruction, but rooms were very clean and new. Staff was great and did everything possible to make my stay enjoyable and trouble free

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James

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A convenient place in downtown Red Rock. Easy access to everything the town has to offer

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Charles

Feb 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location to stay and walk to ski lift.

10

Bernadette

Sep 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was fast, easy & professional. Everything was within walking distance.

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Brad

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nicely remodeled and comfortable. They need new photos on hotels.com to show how nice it looks after the renovation! I was shocked as it was much nicer than what I thought I’d be getting. Pleasant surprise. Also it’s smack dab in the center of town, so it’s close to everything!

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Christine

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was great. Front desk was attentive. Pet-friendly=dogs bark all night. Walls super thin. I feel like we "watched the movie with our neighbors" although we did not plan on it. Next door neighbors were loud and the dogs smelled through the locked adjoining door. The lodge itself is great, clean and comfortable. It is right across the street from a brewery which was convenient but the live music was LOUD! Maybe I'm old, but if you want a quiet, peaceful stay, this is not it.

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Adrian

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay extremely nice and modern. Parking could be a little better. Very clean and quiet, walking distance to all our favorite spots. Will for sure stay here again

10

Richy

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Newly remodeled rooms and convenient location.

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Dining

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Karen

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I have stayed here a number of times. The location is mid town in small hamlet of red river so it’s walking distance to everything. This hotel is on the rustic side as everything in Red River is but has recently been remodeled and has Been sold and is undergoing another extensive remodel. No breakfast here yet but several places to eat breakfast in town. Some rooms are suites with fireplace. Very clean and comfortable with friendly staff. Recommended stay…

10

Alex

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Red River is a small town and all restaurants close by night. We hit a snow diving in so we didn’t make it in time to eat dinner. The owner offered us a large pizza he had. Was probably one the best experiences I’ve ever had at a hotel. They are remodeling but the rooms were great. Would recommend 100%

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Month	Average price
January	$195
February	$163
March	$174
April	$109
May	$132
June	$142
July	$179
August	$169
September	$183
October	$160
November	$132
December	$273

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $156	2 $165	3 $165
4 $147	5 $147	6 $147	7 $147	8 $200	9	10
11 $147	12 $147	13 $147	14 $147	15 $147	16 $165	17 $165
18 $129	19 $129	20 $129	21 $129	22 $129	23 $129	24 $129
25 $111	26 $111	27 $111	28 $111	29 $111	30 $129	31 $147

Ponderosa Lodge Ascend Collection

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