Carlsbad Caverns in southeast New Mexico offer a retreat for adventure seekers, cave enthusiasts and nature lovers. The Caverns are home to 113 caves (out of over 300 in the area), which are some of the largest in the country. One cave, called the Big Room, spans more than eight acres. Several hotels offer lodging within a short trip away from the caves.
Stay just 20 miles from the Carlsbad Caverns with a room at the Days Inn Carlsbad. All units offer free high speed Internet, a microwave and refrigerator. Guests may request non-smoking rooms. Take advantage of the indoor pool, free shuttle to and from the Carlsbad regional airport, indoor Jacuzzi and laundry. Before heading to the Caverns, fuel up with a free continental breakfast, including biscuits and gravy. You’ll also find local eatery options nearby including the Pasta Cafe, Lucy’s Mexicali and the Blue House Bakery and Cafe.
Your room at the Days Inn puts you a short drive from the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Pecos River Riverwalk, Sitting Bull Farms and the Living Desert Zoo and Garden State Park. Pets are welcome with a daily, non-refundable fee.
Days Inn Carlsbad
3910 National Park Hwy
Hwy 62-180
Carlsbad, NM 88220
575-887-7800
http://www.daysinn.com
Save money at the Super 8 Carlsbad, just 25 miles from the Caverns. Rooms include a choice of king or queen beds; non-smoking units are available. All rooms have free high speed wireless Internet, a microwave and a mini-refrigerator. The Super 8 offers an outdoor pool, outdoor grills, patio and a television room, plus free continental breakfast.
Attractions within walking distance of the Super 8 include Fun City and the Walter Gerrels Civic Center. The hotel is also located close to the Pecos River and the Living Desert Zoo. Pets are not permitted.
Super 8 Carlsbad
3817 National Park Hwy
Hwy 62/180
Carlsbad, NM 88220
575-887-8888
http://www.super8.com/
Travelers with pets are welcome to stay at the Best Western Stevens Inn, where each room offers free high speed Internet access. Non-smoking rooms are available; a microwave, refrigerator and roll-away bed may be added to the rooms for additional fees. Facilities at the Best Western include a hot tub, laundry, outdoor pool, fitness room, playground and copy services. Guests receive free continental breakfast and may dine at the motel's Flume Room for casual breakfast, lunch and dinner, or enjoy cocktails, dancing and live entertainment in the hotel’s lounge.
The Best Western is 26 miles from Carlsbad Caverns. For more entertainment, visit Lake Carlsbad, just three miles away, or Brantley Lake State Park, only 12 miles from the hotel.
Best Western Stevens Inn
1829 S Canal Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220-6517
575-887-2851
http://www.bestwestern.com
