Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Toy Train Depot - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
New Mexico Museum of Space History - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - 5 min walk
Wendy's - 10 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings - 3 min walk
About this property
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Alamogordo. You can get a workout in at the fitness center or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
92 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Free onsite extended parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
Shopping
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (450 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Closed captioned TV
Lever door handles
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 20 to April 15:
Swimming pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 16.22 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 02 to October 01
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Best Western Desert Aire Motor
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Alamogordo
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Inn
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Inn Alamogordo
Magnuson Hotel Alamogordo
Magnuson Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire
Magnuson Hotel Suites Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Hotel
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Hotel Alamogordo
Frequently asked questions
Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 16.22 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel and nearby?
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as a picnic area.
Reviews
9.0
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
john
john, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 7, 2025
MARK
MARK, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 6, 2025
Very Nice
We stayed in a king size room. Everything was new and clean. It was very nice. They only problem is there was nowhere to place our luggage. There were no drawers where we could unpack our clothes. We asked for a luggage rack and they brough us two of them. This resolved the problem.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 5, 2025
A good, reasonably priced hotel
A nice hotel with relatively clean rooms. Some furnishings might be a little dated, but overall a good deal for the price. The breakfast was good and the staff is friendly!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Great customer service
Devanne
Devanne, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 31, 2024
Convenient place to stay enroute to Arizona.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Tung
Tung, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 28, 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
The rooms are good, wifi was spotty and had issues connecting to it.
Saravanan
Saravanan, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Dated but very clean property. Very accommodating for traveling pets. Nice breakfast. Friendly staff
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 27, 2024
It was ok.
It was adequate but the room reeked of mildew which made it feel unclean.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Very cute. Very friendly staff.
Teagan
Teagan, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 23, 2024
Overnight in Alamagordo
Good people, and it's obvious that they've invested in the property, but it is an old motel which greatly effects the comfort level.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 20, 2024
Short review
No point in kicking an old, worn out dog. I needed a cheap room for one night so my expectations were met.
Say something nice; The grape jelly was good.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Jacob
Jacob, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Comfortable and clean.
Comfortable bed, clean linens & towels. Lot of Southwestern motif decorations - I liked it. Nice server at the included breakfast. I was pleased with our choice of this hotel.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Very nice SWern motel
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
Budget and location friendly for white sands
Ideal location and price for visiting white sands. Having breakfast and being pet friendly was a plus for us. Nothing fancy, budget friendly, and met our needs. I would stay again if we went back.
John
John, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Fave in Alamogordo, NM
Amazing place. I was very surprised. I expected a no good place but it was the opposite. I think this is going to be my favorite place when I pass this way again. Thanks for the great stay.
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Ana
Ana, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 1, 2024
Gregg
Gregg, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
steven
steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 29, 2024
Comfortable, friendly, yummy breakfast
Outdated but clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast is from a menu of tasty dishes, although amounts are a little small.
Heather
Heather, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 28, 2024
The good and the bad.
The staff is very friendly. Breakfast was excellent. The bed was comfortable. The floors were dirty. The bathroom could definitely use a remodel. Road noise was loud. For the price, overall it was good.