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Roswell, NM Overview

Known mostly through myths about aliens and UFOs, there's more to Roswell than mystery and innuendo. No matter what your interests: archaeological and historical sites, special and sporting events, museums, arts and culture, Roswell is a great place for a weekend jaunt. More than anything, the area offers a multitude of outdoor activities, from bird watching and fishing at the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge to swimming and boating at Bottomless Lakes State Park. Families will love the... more » Known mostly through myths about aliens and UFOs, there's more to Roswell than mystery and innuendo. No matter what your interests: archaeological and historical sites, special and sporting events, museums, arts and culture, Roswell is a great place for a weekend jaunt. More than anything, the area offers a multitude of outdoor activities, from bird watching and fishing at the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge to swimming and boating at Bottomless Lakes State Park. Families will love the Spring River Park and Zoo, which features a special fishing lake for children, exotic animals and an antique carousel. There's plenty to do inside as well. The Roswell Museum and Art Center will appeal to anyone with an interest in Southwestern painters like Peter Hurd and Henriette Wyeth. History enthusiasts will enjoy the Historical Center of Southeast New Mexico, a grand house filled with area antiques, artifacts and a changing gallery of historical exhibits. Of course a visit to Roswell would not be complete without a stop at the International UFO Museum and Research Center, where you can find out what really happened when "something" crashed near Roswell in 1947 or maybe not. « less
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Days Inn Roswell

5 of 5 stars
Jacksonville, Florida
Jul 20, 2008

We stayed here when passing through to Arizona. We wanted a clean place that was reasonably priced for one night. This hotel was clean and comfortable. The price was good too, we paid $70 something...more

Frontier Motel

5 of 5 stars
albuquerque
Jul 17, 2008

This is best imotel where we liked there new mattress. They advertised new pillow top mattress with nice and clean room . we foudn same at good price. We will stay again when we vist Roswell next...more

Motel 6 Roswell

2 of 5 stars
Window Rock, AZ
Jul 17, 2008

No frills, just a room. The room itself was a bit small and there was a problem with the television. There was an inside pool but you need to bring your own towels from the room. Check in was okay....more

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