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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Alamogordo with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Explore the area

Map
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Alamogordo

At The Classic Desert Aire Hotel you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Alameda Park Zoo and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Flickinger Center for Performing Arts. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. 450 square feet (42 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .With a stay at this Alamogordo hotel, you'll be 22.9 km (14.3 mi) from White Sands National Park.

What's nearby

  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • International Space Hall of Fame - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 13 min drive - 7.2 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 Alamogordo with free breakfast and fitness centre
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 450 square feet (42 square metres) 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
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry 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 centre
  • 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 bathroom
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 20 October to 15 April:
  • 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.

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 guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 30 May and close on 01 October.
  • 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
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The Classic Desert Aire
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

As of 16 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel on 17 June 2025 start from AU$164.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Yep, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel have a pool?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May 30 to October 01).

What makes The Classic Desert Aire Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel.

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors highly rate the free cooked-to-order brekkie here! Available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

No, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 972 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1615 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1615 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

4/10 Poor

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Did not enjoy the room. Blackout curtains were inefficient, didn't close properly. Too much light just outside the room. Smoker next door. Excessive noise at night from multiple neighbors during spring break.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable. Great breakfast, only hitch was paying for coffee refill.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Brilliant stay!

Really lovely stay, we had such a friendly welcome when we arrived and had a great sized room that was super clean. As it was out of season, it wasn’t too busy so was nice and quiet plus easy to park! Great location too, plenty of restaurants and fast food places nearby and it was a short distance from White Sands NP so perfect for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated. Curtains didn’t close properly so light coming in at top from outside. Can’t comment on the breakfast as had to wait 20 min for table even though three were empty but not yet cleaned. Once seated we waited another 20 min and still no one came to offer us coffee or tea or take our order. We finally left as had to get on the road. Not sure providing breakfast cooked to order is such a good idea when you only have one waiter!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ampa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will not recommend, will never stay there again . Room 227 are not clean , including floor, chairs very dirty , need ASAP renovation and furniture replacement and much better clean . They asked for $25 if want to early check in so we left and came back , nothing clean and nothing comfortable. Only great things was breakfast included and staffing for breakfast was really working hard and we appreciated that
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok

Stay was fine. Room dated on poorly maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lyla

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bruce, Manteca

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rust in the bathroom door jam, no ice maker on the grounds, and the tub was just gross. I do not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's older, but they keep it well. The only negative was no ice machines were working when we stayed there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera

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

Vera

The front desk was very welcoming and the hotel was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ezequiel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It felt run down and shady and just very noisy you can hear everything in the room above you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della

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

8/10 Good

Laura, St. Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a quick stay. The room was clean and comfortable and the fellow at the front deak was very nice and helpful. The breakfast was at the hotel restaurant and the basic breakfast dishes were included and higher level cost a few bucks extra. We had the basics and they were plenty ro eat and tasted great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a neat hotel and a real value. The only negative was my bed seemed a little lumpy and slanted. Otherwise everything was great. The towels were wonderful, the breakfast was very nice and the artwork throughout the property (in our room, in the gift shop and in the dining area) was wonderful. Clean, safe and comfortable. The location is very convenient for getting to White Sands National Park (coming from Guadalupe Mountains).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Grahame

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

Fixable

The room was spacious and a comfy bed. Has all your needs in the room. Liked the breakfast being made to order. Saves on waste and is hot. The shower head went all over the place and this was due to the cslcuim build up and is easily fixed but hasnt been. Both ice machines were broken.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sheila

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ice machine was broken, a few customers went in to the office and were given ice, when we went to ask for ice the gentleman behind the desk was rude and would not provide us with any. The room wasn’t very clean, there was hair all over, the bathtub looked dirty, I would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025