Art and nature blend at this charming retreat where guests savor delicious meals, relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, and explore nearby shopping areas.
Located in the business district, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel offers cooked-to-order breakfasts, a sun-kissed terrace, an on-site art gallery, a seasonal pool, and nearby shopping. Practical amenities include dry cleaning, laundry services, and luggage storage.
Located in Alamogordo, The Classic Desert Aire Hotel is in the business district. 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 Flickinger Center for Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Alamogordo travel guide
1021 S White Sands Blvd, Alamogordo, NM, 88310
What's nearby
White Sands National Park
15 min drive - 26.4 km
Alameda Park Zoo
3 min drive - 2.7 km
Tularosa Basin Museum of History
3 min drive - 2.7 km
World's Largest Pistachio
11 min drive - 17.0 km
New Mexico Museum of Space History
12 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Alamogordo, NM (ALM-White Sands Regional)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Dutch Bros Coffee
7 min walk
McDonald's
13 min walk
Starbucks
4 min walk
Circle K
6 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings
4 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 laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking and extended parking
1 meeting room, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
A banquet hall and barbecues
Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast and overall value
Room features
All 92 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Heating and fans
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
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 11:00 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
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping on request
Proposal/romance packages
Business services
450 square feet of conference space
Business centre
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.
9 accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
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 bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 20 October to 15 April:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 16.18, 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 on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
Pet fee: USD 16.18 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, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 30 May to 01 October
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 to 10:00 PM.
The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 20 until April 15.
How much does it cost to stay at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel?
As of 5 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Classic Desert Aire Hotel on 12 Apr, 2026 start from S$138, including 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 16.18 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?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is The Classic Desert Aire Hotel located?
Situated in the business district, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Alameda Park Zoo, Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Toy Train Depot is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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
The Classic Desert Aire Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Room was very spacious. Dog friendly but very limited place to walk. Basically the parking lot. Property was nice, front desk manager was wonderful. Great breakfast and gift shop. Loved that there was a BBQ dinner on the patio for purchase.
We like that the property is pet friendly and returned this year as a result. The breakfast is amazing. White Sands Bowl is excellent. Not huge, but a great way to start the day. The green chili is delicious! It is an older motel, but it has been updated. I like that the lamps had USB ports. Thank you for another comfortable stay!
Restaurant was good, the breakfast wasn't great. Staff serving breakfast weren't overly friendly. Front desk people were all very nice. Missed the BBQ, but it smelled great. Rooms were nice. Not much within walking distance. Overall a nice place and I would stay again.
Barbara
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terry
16 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean spacious room, extra courteous staff, great breakfast options in restaurant (included), easy access