Best known for its UFO folklore, the New Mexico city of Roswell attracts a steady stream of visitors each year.
Propelled to fame by an alleged 1947 UFO crash, the city became a popular spot for curious travellers eager to explore its enduring extraterrestrial mystique. Waiting keenly for them are several accommodation options, including the two below which we’ve selected based on their affordability and strong guest reviews – one offering a traditional chain hotel experience and the other a more no frills look and feel.
Roswell Inn
(Photo: Roswell Inn / Courtesy Booking.com)
Spread across low-rise buildings, this budget hotel combines functional but comfortable amenities with rates that will leave you with plenty to spend on Roswell’s many attractions. Guest rooms are simple but clean, and elsewhere n the hotel continental breakfasts are served daily in the on-site dining room. There are also laundry facilities and vending machines selling drinks and snacks.
When it comes to location, the hotel is ideally located for enjoying all that Roswell has to offer. Set in a commercial area off of Highway 70, it’s a brisk 25-minute walk from the International UFO Museum And Research Center and the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge is a short drive away. A wide range of shops and eating options are also within comfortable walking distance of the hotel.
Hotel Reviews: Roswell Inn, Roswell, NM
Guest feedback rates Roswell Inn a strong 8.4 overall, placing it in the very good category. Staff earn high marks with a 9.2, while cleanliness (8.8) and comfort (8.7) are also consistently praised. Facilities score 8.5, and value for money stands out at 8.9. The inn’s 9.0 location score is a clear asset, emphasising its convenient setting. Free Wi-Fi, rated 8.3, is generally considered reliable. From $69 per night.
Best Western El Rancho Palacio
(Photo: Best Western El Rancho Palacio / Courtesy Booking.com)
Part of the renowned Best Western chain of affordable hotels, El Rancho Palacio is a fine choice for those seeking somewhere to stay with amenities and services but that won’t break the bank. There’s a seasonal outdoor pool, a well-maintained garden, 24-hour front desk and free private parking on site. For dining, there are also breakfasts served daily, including warm dishes. The modern guest rooms impress too, with their tea/coffee-making equipment and microwaves.
Just round the corner from our first recommendation, the hotel is well positioned for enjoying Roswell’s main landmarks, attractions and places of interest, with all of the most notable spots either within walking or driving distance. You’re also not short of nearby amenities either, including an excellent choice of shops and restaurants.
Hotel Reviews: Best Western El Pancho Palacio, Roswell, NM
Guest reviews gives Best Western El Rancho Palacio an overall score of 8.1, also placing it comfortably in the very good range. Comfort is a notable strength at 8.7, with location (8.8) also earning strong approval. Facilities and cleanliness both score 8.5, while value for money comes in at 8.6. Staff receive a respectable 8.2, and free Wi-Fi, rated 7.8, is generally seen as adequate. From $85 per night.
By Paul Joseph