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White Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Alamogordo with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free continental breakfast
Front of property
Exterior
Exterior
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 260 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels

Standard Suite, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 371 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Alamogordo is home to White Sands Motel. Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wine and Cloudcroft Ice Rink are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore White Sands National Park and Oliver Lee Memorial State Park. Alameda Park Zoo and Toy Train Depot are also worth visiting.
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Map
1101 S. WHITE SANDS BLVD., Alamogordo, NM, 88310

What's nearby

  • Toy Train Depot - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • International Space Hall of Fame - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 13 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk

About this property

White Sands Motel

Property highlights
White Sands Motel provides free continental breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at White Sands Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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White Sands Alamogordo
White Sands Motel Motel
White Sands Motel Alamogordo
White Sands Motel Motel Alamogordo

Frequently asked questions

Is White Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at White Sands Motel?

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.

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Reviews

White Sands Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 347 out of 531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 531 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and reasonable pricing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice place to stay. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
good stop-over location...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with higher toilet for disabled people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great little hotel! Staff was very kind and the property was clean and quiet. I appreciated the small breakfast in the morning as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's one of my favorite places to stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chuck was a personable host. Grateful for his attentiveness. Our room was clean. Sheets were clean. It’s very evident that Chuck and his family care about the quality of their business,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

8/10 Good

David

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

National Park

Very clean, area safe, rooms are in good condition. Staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast cereals, pastries, yogurts, muffins. Walking distance to several restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Nice and quiet. Beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay. Exceptionally clean, comfortable beds, easy access and parking. It’s an older motel property well maintained. Breakfast was light but good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff member at check-in was kind and efficient. The building was older but well kept up and clean. Basic breakfast (cereal, fruit, yogurt, bagels, etc.) was good. Plus, they had sleds and wax that we could borrow for our trip to White Sands National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

GIBAEG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to Whitesand anf Good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

M Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are few excellent mom and pop motels these days, but this is one of them. The owners have been giving this place TLC for over 45 years. It’s exceptionally clean, the bed was new and very comfortable, and being able to park outside my door is something I really like. If you like a quality experience with a nostalgic feel, this is the place! BTW, the nearby food options are walkable and varied as fast food and fine dining.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy access. Clean rooms privacy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a fun blast from the past motel to stay in. It was clean, beds comfy. The shower was a little short but got the job done.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice & quiet. Clean sheets. The fellow in the office at check-in was very pleasant. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nirbhay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner/manager were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations and very conveniently located close to White Sands National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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