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White Sands Motel

Property class: 2.5
Travelers start their day with a continental breakfast at this desert retreat, where helpful staff are just steps away whenever assistance is needed

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A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter. - White Sands Motel (Alamogordo)
A motel sign with "White Sands" and "Motel" written on it, indicating a motel named White Sands. - White Sands Motel (Alamogordo)
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view, and a door. - White Sands Motel (Alamogordo)
A motel sign with neon lights, including "White Sands Motel" and "Very Clean & Quiet" text. - White Sands Motel (Alamogordo)
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White Sands Motel offers a peaceful desert setting where travelers can enjoy a warm welcome along with practical amenities. The property provides continental breakfast to start the day, in-room WiFi to stay connected, and convenient self parking for guests with vehicles.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A bed with a colorful quilt, a bedside table with a lamp, and a striped chair.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

A hotel room with two single beds, a small table with a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a coffee maker.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a round table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

A bathroom with a bathtub, a showerhead, and a towel rack.

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 371 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Alamogordo is home to White Sands Motel. Tularosa Basin Museum of History and Toy Train Depot are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alameda Park Zoo and Flickinger Center for Performing Arts. New Mexico Museum of Space History and The Tunnel Stop are also worth visiting. Visit our Alamogordo travel guide
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1101 S. WHITE SANDS BLVD., Alamogordo, NM, 88310

What's nearby

  • A model train with the number 99 6001 on the front, miniature figures, and a station platform.
    Toy Train Depot
    4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Alameda Park Zoo
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Tularosa Basin Museum of History
    3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo
    8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • El Paso International Airport (ELP)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    4 min walk
  • Catalina's Cafe
    4 min drive
  • SONIC Drive In
    7 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is White Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at White Sands Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at White Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is White Sands Motel located?

Situated in Alamogordo, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Alameda Park Zoo, Flickinger Center for Performing Arts, and Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Toy Train Depot is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

White Sands Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 580 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 580 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 580 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 580 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 580 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's the second time we stay over, in a few words it's a great hotel, it has all you need to be comfortable in a very well maintained area. Staff are very friendly,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures don’t do the place justice! The cleanest hotel I’ve been at in a long time and very well maintained!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for sleeping, rooms need updating, very clean overall
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A typical 1950's motel but updated and well maintained. Nice and clean. Park right outside your room! Convenient location with many dining options nearby. Breakfast was a nice variety of cold items (fruit, yogurt, muffins, and cereal. They have saucer sleds you can borrow to slide at White Sands National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staff friendly, breakfast was ok and parking seemed to be safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A classic mid-20th-century retro hotel with vintage neon signage. Maintained and immaculate. Don’t pass this gem up! Breakfast is conservative with cereals and various bread selections.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and attentive owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cutest little vintage retro motel near White Sands National Park. The rooms are clean and they have a nice continental breakfast. We want a more authentic experience rather than staying at a chain hotel and this one is a great fit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money. Friendly, attentive staff. Great to see some of these 'classic' roadside motels being brought back to their former state!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Nice simple breakfast. Friendly staff. Walking distance to several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Walker

Clean rooms, safe and well lit parking lot. Cool well maintained retro place. Very convenient to Alamogordo and White Sands park. I really liked that they had sleds for the dunes we could borrow.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness
Great staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room - comfortable bed - friendly owner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained old-fashioned motel. Clean, nicely painted. So nice to not have gray walls. Worth staying just for the neon sign
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, nostalgic motel. Friendly staff and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk folks were gracious and friendly. The room was tidy and comfortable. The beds. Oh, we enjoyed the beds - wished we could have taken them with us. Great location and close to many eateries and in-town destinations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nice, clean quiet place, is retro but very well kept, the room was comfortable and more than adequate. The only thing was the bed were showing signs of wear while sitting ,however still able for a good night sleep. Staff was very friendly. I'll definitely come back again, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good room at a good price
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was small with choices of cereal, bread, yogurt and muffins. There are saucers to borrow to take the park which we used and they worked well. It was an nice economical place to stay for a night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, pleasant staff, good value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the retro feel and the location. The property managers are amazing. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, spacious. We stayed for 1 night but it was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for our family trip
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Park at the door. Room was very clean and quiet. Free wifi and tv had lots of channels. We would definitely stay he again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025