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White's City Cavern Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Carlsbad Caverns National Park in Carlsbad

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Courtyard
Free daily continental breakfast
A coffee shop counter with a stone facade, a wall-mounted TV, and a variety of snacks hanging on the wall.
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

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
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(477 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 29 min drive - 29.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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

Whites City Cavern Inn Carlsbad
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White's City Cavern Inn Hotel
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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 Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White's City Cavern Inn on Aug 31, 2026 start from $109, 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. 996 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 622 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 236 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1951 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Very clean, and the staff is sooooooooo friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location if you're visiting Carlsbad Caverns / Guadalupe mountain NP
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for the caverns
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Binesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the location it is at, very good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bobette

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The best thing about this hotel is the location. It is very close to the Caverns, eliminating the 30-minute drive back and forth to Carlsbad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room looked and smelled clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammi

Close to Carlsbad Caverns, spacious rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
plenty of parking, clean rooms, spring time there is no pools, breakfast is very minimal, the restaurant down the street makes great meals, very short drive to cavern, even full the hotel was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Amenities
Have stayed at this hotel at least 5 times and have always felt welcomed. The grounds are very well lit and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nasrin

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful and historical.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was extremely friendly and the rooms were clean and spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, clean, and priced right
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Great location. Quiet room appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Huge room, strong showers, wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and close to the park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Right down the street from Carlsbad caverns. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EZ PARKING, BREAKFAST WAS COFFEE, A MUFFIN & CEREAL. CONVIENT FOR CARLSBAD CAVE, BUT THERE IS NOTHING ELSE OPEN NEARBY . NICE POOL AND SLIDE FOR KIDS.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy access to two national parks, bed was super comfortable, clean, quiet, spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, close to the parks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rogelio

Yes parking was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and very nice people. We knew it was going to be an “old School” motel. Perfect for a trip to The national park! Very nice people!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room,staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was super easy and the staff was helpful. Was a cute little town and close to the national parks. Just know you will have to drive 20-30 minutes to food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two nights, friendly and helpful staff. Too bad the swimming pool was under maintenance because I would have loved to take a swim.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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