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White Sands Motel

Property class: 2.5

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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter.
A motel sign with "White Sands" and "Motel" written on it, indicating a motel named White Sands.
A motel sign with a directional arrow, a AAA sign, and a sign indicating free continental breakfast.
A motel sign with neon lights, including "White Sands Motel" and "Very Clean & Quiet" text.
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view, and a door.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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1101 S. WHITE SANDS BLVD., Alamogordo, NM, 88310
  • Place, Flickinger Center for Performing Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tularosa Basin Museum of History
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Toy Train Depot
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A bed with a colorful quilt, a bedside table with a lamp, and a striped chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table with a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a coffee maker.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a round table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

A bathroom with a bathtub, a showerhead, and a towel rack.

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 371 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Alamogordo

At White Sands Motel you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Alameda Park Zoo and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Flickinger Center for Performing Arts. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. .With a stay at this Alamogordo motel, you'll be 23 km (14.3 mi) from White Sands National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Alameda Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Tularosa Basin Museum of History - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Toy Train Depot - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Catalina's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

White Sands Motel

Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Alamogordo motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
White Sands Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

White Sands Motel Alamogordo
White Sands Alamogordo
White Sands Motel Motel
White Sands Motel Alamogordo
White Sands Motel Motel Alamogordo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White Sands Motel?

White Sands Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at White Sands Motel?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Motel on 20 Aug 2026 start from NZ$181, 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 White Sands Motel?

Yep, White Sands Motel has a free self car park.

Does White Sands Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental breakfast is available at White Sands Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White Sands Motel?

No, White Sands Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at White Sands Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at White Sands Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

White Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 580 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 580 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 580 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 580 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 580 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vintage motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, had everything we needed and close to white sands National park as well as dinner - walked to Lecombe restaurant - excellent dinner, wine, and drinks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staff friendly, breakfast was ok and parking seemed to be safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and attentive owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cutest little vintage retro motel near White Sands National Park. The rooms are clean and they have a nice continental breakfast. We want a more authentic experience rather than staying at a chain hotel and this one is a great fit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late but the night manager was there and very nice. The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is clean and staff is friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money. Friendly, attentive staff. Great to see some of these 'classic' roadside motels being brought back to their former state!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Great room and amenities for an old school motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Nice simple breakfast. Friendly staff. Walking distance to several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Safe parking with minimal road noise.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and reasonable pricing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walker

Clean rooms, safe and well lit parking lot. Cool well maintained retro place. Very convenient to Alamogordo and White Sands park. I really liked that they had sleds for the dunes we could borrow.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness
Great staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room - comfortable bed - friendly owner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

A light breakfast was great for readying to hit road. Parking is great. You park in front of the door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean but this is a very basic hotel. It was fine for 1 night passing through town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great showerhead!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, nostalgic motel. Friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained old-fashioned motel. Clean, nicely painted. So nice to not have gray walls. Worth staying just for the neon sign
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk folks were gracious and friendly. The room was tidy and comfortable. The beds. Oh, we enjoyed the beds - wished we could have taken them with us. Great location and close to many eateries and in-town destinations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's one of my favorite places to stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

Great place to stay

Will stay there again. Very clean room and the people were very personable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nice, clean quiet place, is retro but very well kept, the room was comfortable and more than adequate. The only thing was the bed were showing signs of wear while sitting ,however still able for a good night sleep. Staff was very friendly. I'll definitely come back again, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026