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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3.0 star property
Alamogordo guestrooms with free WiFi

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Front of property
Front of property
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
  • Toy Train Depot
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Alamogordo

In Alamogordo .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Alamogordo hotel, you'll find Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and Toy Train Depot. New Mexico State University Alamogordo and International Space Hall of Fame are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • 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
  • International Space Hall of Fame - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 8 min drive - 7.9 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

Alamogordo guestrooms with free WiFi
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 450 square feet (42 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Classic Desert Aire Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Alamogordo hotel is smoke free.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 450 sq ft of conference space
  • 42 sq m of conference space
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Alamogordo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 20 to April 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 16.22 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 16.22 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 30 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Best Western Desert Aire Motor Alamogordo
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Inn
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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

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 954 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1561 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we walked in to check in we felt appreciated. The young man who took care ²of us was very thorough and friendly. We were able to get a ground floor unit (hurray!) which I had requested before our stay. Accessing the room with the door card was tricky. My husband was usually able to get it to work after 5 or 6 tries but I wasn't so lucky. Once in, the room was charming. The space is quite large and well used. Some parts have been updated while others not which didn't bother me. The only issue we had was that there weren't plugs by the bed. The bed was soft and the pillows just right. Overall, we had everything we needed! Breakfast bears a mention. There is a restaurant on site. The voucher allows you to pick from one side of the menu free of charge. With that meal you get a drink. You have other options which is nice. The food was well prepared and tasty. Service was very slow, however. Getting our check (we ordered extras) took a very long time. Once our food came out I dont recall having our waitress check in on us which I understand if it's busy but it really wasn't. I would absolutely stay here again should we be in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, BARTLETT

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable but made a noise when getting in and out, a loud bang on one side. No extra pillows or blankets, sheets were a little scratchy on my face. Bathroom shower sprayed out of side and made quite a mess with water but it didn’t appear this was a new issue. Overall the room met my needs and the hotel was quiet and convenient. Staff was nice but breakfast was not cooked to order it seemed like the same items that would be put out on a buffet but just with service. Powdered eggs and quick fried or microwave potatoes, not ideal. Much better meal across the street and Waffle and Pancake Shoppe.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in with friendly staff. An older establishment but clean and tidy. Have stayed several times and will continue to do so!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Love this facility with excellent customer service - thank you Kay Lee. Bed was comfortable and hotel was located near many amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, very comfortable very clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No ticket, no laundry, yes refund.

After arriving and checking in, I was informed that the laundry was out of service. I chose this location for the laundry, as I am camping. I have tried to contact Hotels.com to cancel and for reimbursement and have been unable to reach anyone. I left the hotel and booked elsewhere. I expect a total refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The newer rooms with tempurpedic-like beds were ah-mazing! We really enjoyed our stay here - breakfast is also good and they'll let you do take-out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good overnight stay

Comfortable and friendly for our overnight stay. Nice little breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor WiFi- some could not get on or stay on, Poor mattresses and squeaky bed frames Few bugs in bathroom NO shampoo or soap in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The decor.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all our stay was good friendly staff. Our drapes were not closing and maintenance came to fix the issue within 5 minutes. Only thing is you can hear everything going on outside cleaning crew/guests/ pets were a little loud so we were up my 7am everyday but nothing that would make me not go back .. def a 9/10 I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our one night stay driving through. Staff was very friendly and a sit down breakfast was a nice treat. It’s an older hotel, but everything was clean and updated. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older, local hotel, but well-kept. Don't expect it to be like a mainstream competitor, but do expect good customer service, and clean, simple rooms. Breakfast, restaurant style, is unique and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Galea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My Mom (85) and I were put in a long day on the road. Normally I read reviews etc, before booking. I was tired and did not. I’m happy I just booked! It is a a genuine refurbished mid century western motel! Super quaint, and Hailey at the front desk was great, as was the Chef for breakfast. The gift shop featured local artists work that was amazing. Not the normal tourist junk. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marty, Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great get away location

Holiday weekend, close to White Sands NP, fantastic staff, phenomenal breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ameya Vilas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property was ok. Its more like a motel than a hotel. Room and Bathroom was dated and not very clean. Everything was scrammed in a small room. Not the best of the stay but also not the worst. Staff is humble. Breakfast option is limited and basic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun room and very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lance

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value!

For the value this was a great hotel. We had a room that had been recently updated. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025