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The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy delicious meals in this charming setting where art meets nature. Relax by the outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers or stroll through nearby shopping areas.

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Front of property
Reception
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
The price is ￥13,856
￥15,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Sofa bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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88310, NM, Alamogordo, 1021 S White Sands Blvd

What's nearby

  • Flickinger Center for Performing Arts - 3 min drive
  • Toy Train Depot - 4 min drive
  • New Mexico State University Alamogordo - 8 min drive
  • New Mexico Museum of Space History - 8 min drive
  • Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

Hotel in the business district
At The Classic Desert Aire Hotel, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as shopping on site and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • A front-desk safe, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, breakfast, and overall value
Room features
All 92 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 450 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 20 to April 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 16.22 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 16.22 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 02 to October 01
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Best Western Desert Aire Motor
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Alamogordo
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Inn
Best Western Desert Aire Motor Inn Alamogordo
Magnuson Hotel Alamogordo
Magnuson Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire
Magnuson Hotel Suites Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Hotel
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Alamogordo
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Hotel Alamogordo

Frequently asked questions

Does The Classic Desert Aire Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 20 to April 15.

How much does it cost to stay at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel on Jan 25, 2025 start from ￥13,856, 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.

Is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 16.22 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel located?

Situated in the business district, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Toy Train Depot. New Mexico State University Alamogordo and International Space Hall of Fame are also within 6 mi (10 km).

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 899 out of 1457 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1457 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1457 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1457 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1457 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marty, Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ameya Vilas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property was ok. Its more like a motel than a hotel. Room and Bathroom was dated and not very clean. Everything was scrammed in a small room. Not the best of the stay but also not the worst. Staff is humble. Breakfast option is limited and basic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun room and very helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and fairly well maintained. Breakfast was good and employees were friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shihee

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The bathroom was old.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Christine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Antoinette

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Yuma

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay here. It’s older but great for people with pets. The staff is super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Monroe

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly a better than expected stay, which easily earned a 5 star rating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older property but nice. However it was noisy and you heard everything around you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
General manager is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG, St. Louis

Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not enough workers to serve breakfast, most tables waiting to take orders so we left after 20 minutes with no contact , rooms comfortable, nice bedside lamps, tubs difficult to get in for old people, very high sides. Close to good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taufiq

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best breakfast I had in any hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. But the real reason I am giving 5 stars is the customer service as Hailey and Heather were extremely kind and helpful. They greet guests with a big smile that makes them feel very welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mukunda krishnan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice location. Breakfast is limited mexican option. I expected buffet or atleast good quantity but I didnt get that one. So, its an OK hotel for cheap stay. Nothing beyond that.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ziyu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel! Rebecca and Johnny are super kind! Super recommend this hotel!

10/10 Excellent

Warren, Bernalillo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great retro vibe; helpful, friendly staff. A bit dated bath and kitchenette, but charming overall, and definitely unique! Excellent breakfast 🍳
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ina

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The WiFi didn't work in my room and the breakfast was not that good compared to the other hotels with the same price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024