White's City Cavern Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Carlsbad Caverns National Park in Carlsbad

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM, 88268
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Bat Flight Amphitheater
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(392 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 - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Spider Cave - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Bat Flight Amphitheater - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cactus Cafe & JJ's Steak House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪White's City Restaurant & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria In Big Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪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.

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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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Whites City Cavern Inn
White's City Cavern Inn Hotel
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White's City Cavern Inn Hotel Carlsbad

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 Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White's City Cavern Inn on Oct 25, 2025 start from $99.99, 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 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.

Reviews

White's City Cavern Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 915 out of 1805 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 595 out of 1805 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 214 out of 1805 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1805 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1805 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, FAIRPORT

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

HOLLY

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
We really appreciated the proximity to Carlsbad Caverns, but having to drive back to town for food was inconvenient. Still, the price was great and the accommodations adequate for 2 nights. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room was clean and private. Good variety of breakfast foods.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was very convenient to get to Carlsbad caverns, but restaurants and stores about 20 miles away, only restaurant on premises was closed at 3 pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
there was no times listed on what time the pool/water park opened and closed. i wish there would have been a clearly marked time frame. Also the front receptionist wasn't the most pleasant person to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great stay. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly. Appreciated the continental breakfast and the fact that is right at the entrance of Carlsbad Caverns. Pool wasnt the most amazing, but kids liked the splash pad and water slide.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

William, Flower Mound, TX

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this was a good property for the cost, and the location to the caverns could not have been better. The staff was very helpful at check-in and the room is comfortable, clean and accomplishes what we need from a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The "breakfast" was extremely limited - packaged muffins and cereal with a jug of milk. It is nothing like what was pictured. Rooms were acceptably clean, beds were very comfortable, and the pool was enjoyable. Fine for an overnight or 2-day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Esteban

Traveled with family
The room was ok. No ironing board, no iron, no phone to call office, and no ice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

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

great service

amazing, very clean and employees were great. great for a family trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for kids , good service,nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The pool and slides were awesome; even though one of them was out of order, we stayed the entire day in the pool. The breakfast was only cereal, muffins, milk, oranges, apples, OJ, but next door was the Cactus Cafe. Would I stay here again? Yes The staff was very informative and friendly. The room was clean and the beds were very comfy. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Connie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Desk employee abrupt bordering on rude. No hair dryer. Old property but fairly clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay elsewhere for convenience

Great proximity to Carlsbad but I really wouldn’t recommend. Unfortunately we arrived on a Saturday night. Café closed at 3pm and was closed the next two days. Which meant we got their complimentary breakfast. That would have been awesome if there were a waffle maker which was promised on their website or if cereal would have been restocked. It was slim pickings. The “grocery” store across the street only has chips, jerky and candy. Not sure what the gas station had but they weren’t open when I drove by. Closest town is 20 min away and I had to drive there twice for lunch and dinner. So you might as well stay in Carlsbad. We used the pool too for my two kids. Bottom of the kids pool was brown with dirt and the water a lot colder than the swim pool. Out of two slides, only one was working. Room was clean and pretty comfortable but the walkways outside of the rooms are littered with cigarette butts and bugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Headboard issue

Headboard fell off wall and almost on me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Carlsbad nm

Very good accommodations we went there to see Carlsbad cabins, which is close by the town of Carlsbad is close by with some good restaurants and a good dog park
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to visit Carlsbad Caverns! Clean, spacious room with microwave and mini fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We saw a gopher snake and tarantula just outside the pool area, which was very cool for us but might not be for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wild deer walked up to get some scratches from us early morning and then disappeared down the road. Great pool and slides. Very close to Carlsbad caverns. Had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a stop when touring the caverns. The facilities are older but maintained. The pool was a hit with kids but slides were not fully operating as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025