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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3.0 star property
Alamogordo guestrooms with free WiFi

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Alamogordo

In Alamogordo .You'll find Alameda Park Zoo and Flickinger Center for Performing Arts within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Tularosa Basin Museum of History and Toy Train Depot are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • International Space Hall of Fame - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles

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

Alamogordo guestrooms with free WiFi
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 450 square feet (42 square meters) 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
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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

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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 October 20 to April 15:
  • 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.

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 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 guestroom 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 30 and close October 01.
  • 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

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

How close is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel to the airport?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel is 3.9 mi (7-min drive) away from the Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel on Jun 25, 2025 start from $89.25, excluding 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 The Classic Desert Aire Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel.

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel have a pool?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 20 to April 15.

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel to downtown Alamogordo?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel is 1.4 mi away from Alamogordo.

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 978 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 423 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1632 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

8/10 Good

Clifton, Landover

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

JUDITH, MYRTLE POINT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant surprise. Wonderful staff. It is in need of light blocking window coverings.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauri, Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was fantastic! Room was a king bed with kitchenette suite. The hotel staff was amazing. Can’t beat the price point. Delicious breakfast and you order off their menu! Close to restaurants. It’s an older property, but it met all my needs.I will definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel, Edgewood

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Super comfortable bed. Older facility but well maintained. The staff make the property 5 star. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very dusty, we went out and bought Clorox spray and cleaned tub, tolit and sink. Shampoo/conditioner empty, went to office to get bar soap. Restaurant area has a vinegary smell so we went out for breakfast lady at restraunt not friendly my husband had his coffee mug and she informed him immediately there was a charge , tv was flickering like bad connection. But we get what we pay for !!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Desert Aire very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Smithville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice change from the usual chain hotels. Friendy staff and nice made to order breakfast. Would stay here again,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was awesome! The staff was super friendly and it had a killer vibe that can’t be faked with newer places. The place has been lovingly restored/upgraded to be one of the coolest places on our trip. Highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for great value with awesome customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LINDA

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

My review

The front desk folks were very nice and quick too. The restaurant was disappointing, actually really bad! The linens were very clean, smelled of bleach, at least they were clean and fresh. It's an old hotel, and ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I checked in the man working at the front desk alerted me of a dust storm approaching the next day at noon. We were able to alter our trip plans and went earlier to White Sands NP. Had he not let me know, we would have arrived in the afternoon for the sunset as planned and we would have been miserable. We had already finished hiking and we were able to take cover for the storm. We enjoyed our stay and we hope to get back this way soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

8/10 Good

Donald

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

Traveled 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 traveler

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