White's City Cavern Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Carlsbad Caverns National Park in Carlsbad

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Free daily continental breakfast
BBQ/picnic area
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM, 88268
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbard Community Theatre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(430 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

In Carlsbad .Stay at this Carlsbad hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carlsbad Caverns National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Carlsbard Community Theatre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lechuguilla Cave and Bat Flight Amphitheater.

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carlsbard Community Theatre - 1 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 25 min drive - 24.8 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 29 min drive - 28.3 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cactus Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria In Big Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪White's City Restaurant & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Garter Restaurant & Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carlsbad Caverns Trading Company - ‬12 min drive

About this property

White's City Cavern Inn

Hotel near Carlsbad Caverns National Park in Carlsbad
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at White's City Cavern Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carlsbad hotel.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
White's City Cavern Inn offers 99 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with hydromassage showerheads.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Splash pad

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Splash pad

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 fee: USD 20 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is White's City Cavern Inn to the airport?

White's City Cavern Inn is 14.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at White's City Cavern Inn?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White's City Cavern Inn on Apr 11, 2026 start from $111, 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.

Does White's City Cavern Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at White's City Cavern Inn.

Does White's City Cavern Inn offer free breakfast?

White's City Cavern Inn offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at White's City Cavern Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at White's City Cavern Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at White's City Cavern Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does White's City Cavern Inn have a pool?

White's City Cavern Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does White's City Cavern Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does White's City Cavern Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is White's City Cavern Inn to downtown Carlsbad?

White's City Cavern Inn is 18.9 mi away from Carlsbad.

White's City Cavern Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 950 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 596 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1855 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1855 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anita

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jack, Willcox

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Heater did not work. They didn't change my room. Also hot water ran out by 10 am. Old and dated furniture. TV with fuzzy picture. Few channels.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple hotel, clean but very out dated. Worked well for the 1 night we needed before exploring Carlsbad Cavern the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were traveling during off season with a dog and they have us a first floor room which was nice. We were able to park right in front of our room. Breakfast was very basic, but the coffee maker in the room had Folgers coffee. The location can't be beat! Just a few minutes drive from Carlsbad Caverns. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Surprisingly good!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Maya Ridinger

Great location to visit white sands np. Room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupayan

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nushrat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service. Room was better than expectations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Older motel but clean and felt safe. Easy access to both Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks. The only services/amenities available after 5pm is an unattended gas station. Be prepared to drive for food, etc. Bring your own entertainment as well - no smart tv. A great deal if you truly just need a place to sleep/shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAEYOUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Keyurvan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms comfy beds, easy check in & check out. friendly staff. Smokers right outside the reception and very limited breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huiping

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiyoung

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious & clean room. Very nice staff. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and proximity to the National Park
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MEI WEN

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raja Pradeep R

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stacy was welcoming and wonderful! We experienced some trouble with our rent car and she was happy to help us out. The staff at the gift shop, Sophia and Belle, also helped us out. The entire community is so wonderful and made our trip happy and memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xueying

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gopi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weihang

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is conveniently located at the entrance of cavern national Park. There is a gas station and a few limited choices of restaurants or groceries. More choices are in Carlsbad which is twenty minutes away. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The facility is relatively new. The breakfast is simple.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
A little run down, but clean. And right at the entrance at the national park, which was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Dallas

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that it isn’t a corporate property. Is it old? Yes. It’s on the bare-and-functional end of the spectrum. But it’s charming and in a great location. We’ve stayed here twice now and it’s become our go-to. They’re easy to get in and out of, and it has the charming, summer camp vibe that I appreciate. It’s very no fuss, no frills; but I don’t need much on a roadtrip. We loved the pool when we stayed over the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025