White Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Alamogordo with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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White Sands Motel offers a peaceful desert setting where travelers can enjoy a warm welcome along with practical amenities. The property provides continental breakfast to start the day, in-room WiFi to stay connected, and convenient self parking for guests with vehicles.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 371 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
1101 S. WHITE SANDS BLVD., Alamogordo, NM, 88310

What's nearby

  • Toy Train Depot - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • International Space Hall of Fame - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 12 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk

About this property

White Sands Motel

Property highlights
White Sands Motel provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at White Sands Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

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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

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is White Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Sands Motel on 20 Nov 2025 start from NZ$189.05, 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.

How much is parking at White Sands Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at White Sands Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at White Sands Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is White Sands Motel located?

Situated in Alamogordo, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Alameda Park Zoo, Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Toy Train Depot is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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White Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 532 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Park at the door. Room was very clean and quiet. Free wifi and tv had lots of channels. We would definitely stay he again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with higher toilet for disabled people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great little hotel! Staff was very kind and the property was clean and quiet. I appreciated the small breakfast in the morning as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the retro feel and the location. The property managers are amazing. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, pleasant staff, good value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

National Park

Very clean, area safe, rooms are in good condition. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast cereals, pastries, yogurts, muffins. Walking distance to several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay. Exceptionally clean, comfortable beds, easy access and parking. It’s an older motel property well maintained. Breakfast was light but good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations and very conveniently located close to White Sands National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra

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

Excellent place to stay

Room was very clean, beds are comfortable, mountian view looking out my window is beautiful. We would highly recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and quiet retro hotel. Nice owners.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The place was very clean and quiet. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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

A great value

Quiet, very clean, comfortable bed and very hot shower. The microwave and refrigerator were appreciated conveniences as was the desk area. Very convenient location for White Sands visitors.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at this family-run gem. It is cool retro, ample parking (especially for large vans), great restaurants within walkable distance and flamingos!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well run and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
older classic "road motel" very charming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to White Sands National Park. Clean with nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts have owned this for over 45 years and are proud of this nice motel. As they should be. Clean and good restaurants within walking distance. Not a modern hotel but in good shape. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just very nice overall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value with the convenience of being able to park outside your room. Price includes a decent continental breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023