Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive
Toy Train Depot - 4 min drive
New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive
New Mexico Museum of Space History - 8 min drive
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive
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 centre, or take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Fellow travellers 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
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 on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
On-site 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
Travelling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
Shopping
Working away
Business centre
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 centre
Seasonal outdoor pool
Art gallery on-site
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
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 curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
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 20 October to 15 April:
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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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 that you 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 motorhome/bus/lorry 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 social distancing 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 centre, as well as a picnic area.
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
17 Jan 2025
Lance
Lance, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
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.
Emily
Emily, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
Very nice place to stay. Staff were extremely friendly and accomodating. Older motel but fit our needs for this short stay in Alamogordo.
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jan 2025
Nice Older Hotel
Older hotel nicely renovated. Bright murals look brand new. Clean and quiet. Nice gift shop and breakfast.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2025
Nice stay!
Nice place to stay for one night. Older place but friendly and kind staff. Breakfast options were excellent. We would definitely stay again when passing through Alamogordo.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Jan 2025
Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2025
Good night stay
Hotel was clean and quiet. Breakfast was hot and good.
Charlene
Charlene, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Jan 2025
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
john
john, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Jan 2025
MARK
MARK, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
6 Jan 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 traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Jan 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 traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jan 2025
Great customer service
Devanne
Devanne, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Dec 2024
Convenient place to stay enroute to Arizona.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
29 Dec 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Tung
Tung, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
28 Dec 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
The rooms are good, wifi was spotty and had issues connecting to it.
Saravanan
Saravanan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Dated but very clean property. Very accommodating for traveling pets. Nice breakfast. Friendly staff
Larry
Larry, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
27 Dec 2024
It was ok.
It was adequate but the room reeked of mildew which made it feel unclean.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Very cute. Very friendly staff.
Teagan
Teagan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 Dec 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 traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
20 Dec 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.