WEATHER:
Winters average 60 degrees daytime, 30 nights. Snow falls usually just once, and is melted by noon. An “El Nino” year might bring more moisture. Summer averages around 95-100 with low humidity. Our Monsoon season (light showers) is July and August.
HOURS:
We’re open every day of the year from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. Phones will be “off-hook” at other times.
HOT SPRINGS:
Shared Pools and Cold Plunge with river deck are on the bank of the Rio Grande river. Between 7AM and 10AM, and between 7PM and 10PM these shared tubs are free for overnights guests but are open to the public, too. Private Pools as well as the Shared Pools are open to the public between 8AM and 9PM. Please see Rates.
ROOM RATES:
Our private room rates are for one or two persons, with an additional charge for additional beds. All rates include taxes, and free hot mineral baths valued at $20 per person. Please see Rates.
NON-SMOKING:
All of our rooms are smoke-free, as well as all outdoor sitting areas, decks, and tubs. For our smoking guests, the City Park is a one-minute walk up river, with benches along the river frontage.
PET POLICY:
Small leashed dogs only, restricted and must be supervised. Pet fee applies. No cats and no free-roaming dogs allowed.
TELEPHONES:
No phones are in the rooms, but there is a payphone on the premises. Part of the “peace” of Riverbend is that we have a quiet hour, no cable, and no phones. Reception staff will take a message during open hours (8 AM until 10PM).
KITCHENS:
Three of our suites have fully-equipped kitchens. Budget Rooms and Family Rooms are equipped with a microwave and fridge.
PHONE RESERVATIONS:
We’re open every day of the year from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. Phone reservations can be made with credit card and confirmation/contact number, between these hours. Phones will be “off-hook” at other times. See cancellation policy.
CHECK-IN:
Private rooms are usually available after 2 PM. Please make arrangements with Reception if you require earlier check-in.
AFTER-HOURS ARRIVAL:
We close at 10PM MST. Please phone ahead with Estimated Time of Arrival and a credit card (confirmed) reservation, for special directions to find your room.
GROUPS:
Groups are welcome in our dormitory units. Family groups may rent several rooms, depending on the number of beds required by your group. Group rates can be arranged depending on season.
GIFT CERTIFICATES:
Phone between the hours of 8AM and 10PM MST and have your credit card ready.
MAPS & DIRECTIONS:
FROM EXIT 79
Please click to view general directions and T-or-C map. Basically, turn right after exiting, go 1-1/2 mi. to 3rd Street (only stop light), turn left, immediate right onto Cedar, pass one stop sign and continue down the river to Riverbend.
SHORTCUTS:
TUCSON is a 5-hour drive using a shortcut (US 26) through Hatch.
FLAGSTAFF is a 7-hour drive using a shortcut through Socorro.
WONDER ROUTE:
Click to see the Wonder Route map. We’re halfway between two Wonders of the World.
TAXI:
There is no taxi or public transportation, but the town is pedestrian friendly – only three to six blocks to shopping district, grocery, and galleries. Car rentals can be found in El Paso and Albuquerque.
CLOSEST AIRPORT:
Albuquerque (ABQ) is 120 miles north of T-or-C, and El Paso (ELP) is 120 miles south. A private municipal airport is nearby.
THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA:
RESTAURANTS, SHOPS, ART GALLERIES
Within walking distance of Riverbend are several great eateries including a 5-star restaurant, seafood, sidewalk deli, vegetarian food, old fashion burgers, Mexican food, and a southwestern drive-in. A mile away are steak & lobster, American food, and a variety of fast foods. There are gift shops, a museum, and 12 art galleries all within walking distance of Riverbend. Also downtown are used book stores, thrift and discount stores, massage therapists, a health food store, and many charming boutiques.
NIGHT LIFE:
On weekends there is live entertainment in two nearby nightclubs, and a kareoke sports bar within walking distance. In Elephant Butte there are clubs and restaurants with live entertainment on weekends.
RECREATION:
Five miles north of T-or-C is our beautiful ELEPHANT BUTTE LAKE (40,000 surface acres), Rock Canyon Marina, and Dam Site for fishing, swimming, jet-skis, and boating. A municipal swimming pool is open during summer. Hiking trails abound, and horseback riding, fishing, and rock climbing tours are available.
EVENTS:
Plenty for such a small town, including our annual Fiesta, Geronimo Peace Gathering, Hillsboro Apple Festival, Balloon Festival. Plus, Bass Fishing, Old-Time Fiddlers Contest, Karate and Golf Tournaments, and many more.
SCENIC DRIVES & GHOST TOWNS:
Cuchillo and Monticello are small villages to the north. The Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge is 45 miles north, and the Very Large Array about 2 hours northwest. The Gila Forest only 30 miles to the southwest. Hillsboro and Kingston (once thriving mining towns in the Gila Forest) now are ghost-town communities with small museum and good eats. Click here for activities and attractions within a one-hour to eight-hour drive to see along the way to Truth or Consequences.
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