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White's City Cavern Inn

17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM, US
4.3Very Good
Hotel amenities
Parking
Free Breakfast
Pool

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About this property

White's City Cavern Inn is an independent hotel located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, just a 1-minute drive from Carlsbad Caverns National Park. The property puts guests within convenient reach of regional attractions, including the Bat Flight Amphitheater and Lechuguilla Cave, making it an accessible base for exploring the area's natural landmarks.

The hotel offers 99 guestrooms, each equipped with a refrigerator and microwave for added convenience. Rooms feature flat-screen televisions, complimentary wireless internet access, and bathrooms with bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Blackout drapes, phones with free local calls, and other standard furnishings create functional spaces for rest and work.

Guests can start their day with complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Cactus Cafe, the on-site restaurant. The property also features a seasonal outdoor pool, picnic areas, and barbecue grills for recreation and outdoor dining. Free self-parking is available throughout the property, and a 24-hour front desk provides support during your stay. Service animals are welcome and exempt from fees.

Check-in at White's City Cavern Inn begins at 3:00 PM and extends to 5:00 AM, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and welcomes pets. With a guest comfort rating of 4.3 out of 5, it provides a straightforward, practical accommodation option near Carlsbad's primary natural attractions.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at White's City Cavern Inn in Carlsbad, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and 9 minutes from Carlsbard Community Theatre. This hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Lechuguilla Cave and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Bat Flight Amphitheater.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Carlsbard Community Theatre - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Lechuguilla Cave - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Bat Flight Amphitheater - 11 km / 6.8 mi
Spider Cave - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Rattlesnake Springs - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center - 27 km / 16.8 mi
Carlsbad Dog Park - 32.3 km / 20.1 mi
Carlsbad Museum & Art Center - 32.8 km / 20.4 mi
Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 33.6 km / 20.9 mi
Riverwalk Recreation Center - 34.2 km / 21.3 mi
Carlsbad Water Park - 34.6 km / 21.5 mi
Lamont Street Park - 34.6 km / 21.5 mi
Lake Carlsbad Golf Course - 34.7 km / 21.6 mi

The nearest major airport is Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 24 km / 14.9 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 99 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cactus Cafe serving guests of White's City Cavern Inn. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 5:00 AM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed

Fees & policies

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.