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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Alamogordo with free breakfast and a fitness center

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 355
SAR 402 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM, 88310

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
  • 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

Hotel in the business district
At The Classic Desert Aire Hotel, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A banquet hall, 1 meeting room, and barbecue grills
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and overall value
Room features
All 92 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 450 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 16.22 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 02 to October 01
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 20 to April 15.

Is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 16.22 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Toy Train Depot. New Mexico State University Alamogordo and International Space Hall of Fame are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 957 out of 1555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1555 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

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Willy

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dale Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Completely satisfied with every aspect of our stay. Room was fresh and clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was free and filling.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, very nice souvenir store in lobby and hotel support local artist as evident in breakfast area. It's very pleasant place with great location for folks going to White Sands National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a laundromat on site and a restaurant. Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HERLINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed 2 nights and enjoyed everything about our stay. Very friendly staff, great breakfast and a clean and comfortable room! We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Close to White Sands and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice change from the usual chain hotels. Friendy staff and nice made to order breakfast. Would stay here again,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desert Aire very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place when visiting White Sands.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swadhin Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property. Worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were warmly welcomed, informed of breakfast, the clerk was friendly and offered suggestions of options in the area. We are pleasantly pleased with our room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older motel, but very clean, good breakfast, front desk staff excellent. Price is fair.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel has been around for a bit so might be a littl
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will be returning to this charming New Mexican motel!! The staff is so friendly, the place is so clean, the parking lot is HUGE. I also recommended it on Yelp.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old awesome hotel. Very clean. Great breakfast. Amazing staff. It was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect stay for visiting White Sands National Park. My dog and I slept well, and enjoyed the breakfast. Close proximity to other restaurants and coffee spots. The staff was very kind and accommodating to my dog and me. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if you’re visiting WS National Park! We were thoroughly impressed with the breakfast options and excellent service. Shower and bathroom were slightly outdated but still well maintained. The jacuzzi tub was a nice addition!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Super comfortable bed. Older facility but well maintained. The staff make the property 5 star. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and just what we needed for our one night stay. The highlight was definitely the breakfast, if that’s important for you then I highly recommend this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Devanee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff, acessibility to town and surrounding attractions (musuem, parks). Cleanliness of baths and showers could be improved, floors did not feel clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025