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Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Lobby

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (931)
"Great service and just perfect check in and key acquisition! Room was great and amenities were perfect! "
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad
BBQ/picnic area

Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (525)
"Nice hotel with great staff. Decent room, shower and large bed all good. Noisy AC but normal for this type of hotel I think. There's an okay restaurant next to the hotel and a Walmart next door."
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad
Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
Outdoor pool

Carlsbad Inn New Mexico

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (169)
"The Cave was incredible"
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1059)
"Hot tub was a great experience after a long drive. Staff super. Lobby is warm and comfy."
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (702)
"Breakfast wasn’t worth attempting. Many items were out or not working. Beds were smaller than average queen size beds and room was cramped. The fold out sofa was only big enough for one person."
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
Exterior

Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (253)
"Super nice and clean with well lit parking "
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
Post Time Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Post Time Inn

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (446)
"We think it's great how it was remodeled but still has the looks of an old motel; great to walk around for dining options. The only suggestion we may have is to add some fruit during breakfast, other than that we had an excellent stay. "
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Post Time Inn
Stevens Inn a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Exterior

Stevens Inn a Howard Johnson by Wyndham

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (984)
"The property was nice, but the hot water takes quite a while to reach to outer units, so be prepared so wait in the morning. The staff is quite lovely and accommodating."
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stevens Inn a Howard Johnson by Wyndham
Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (60)
"Good place"
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (420)
"Enjoyed the stay. Love our suite for the family. Little disappointed that the “hot tub” was room temperature at best. But the shower/bath in the room was nice and hot! Good breakfast and service! "
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
Exterior

MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (331)
"I liked the mini kitchen especially the big fridge. "
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
Fiddler's Inn
Front of property

Fiddler's Inn

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (510)
"We enjoyed a fantastic stay at Fiddler’s Inn. We appreciated the darling, comfortable atmosphere and amenities. We’ll likely be returning when we visit Carlsbad in the future. The improvements I’d like to see in Orange Blossom would be removal of the worn carpeting, an updated King mattress, replacement of the bathtub, grab bars in the tub area and a higher mounted shower head. Overall, a gem to be able to lay one’s head while visiting Carlsbad."
The price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Fiddler's Inn
Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (123)
"Clearly a new/modern hotel on the south end of town. Very average buffet breakfast, courteous staff and very convenient location. My TV was not working so i called the front desk several times and no one answered so I went to the front desk and no one was there. Remembering seeing the front desk person outside the previous day i went outside and sure enough there he was. He came in and immediately began trying to find the problem/solution. After a few minutes of playing around he found the...
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
Super 8 by Wyndham Carlsbad
Seasonal outdoor pool

Super 8 by Wyndham Carlsbad

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (1017)
"No don’t want to give any more details "
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Super 8 by Wyndham Carlsbad
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
Suite, 2 Bedrooms

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228)
"The lady at the front was so nice, this location has two large bbq areas by pool so got to cook steaks while kids swam. Very cozy room"
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31)
"I liked that they have a Tesla charger in the parking lot, although there is only 1 of them. The hotel is quiet and easy to access. "
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
Exterior

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (645)
"It has been a consistently good place to stay. I've been traveling to Carlsbad several times a year and this has become one of my preferred places to stay. You really get good value."
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
Ellipse Global Lodge
Deluxe Double Room | Private kitchen

Ellipse Global Lodge

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Jeanie was very accommodating and super nice. Will stay there again."
Ellipse Global Lodge
The Jalapeño- Historic Adobe Home in Walkable Area
Dining tables

The Jalapeño- Historic Adobe Home in Walkable Area

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Nice area and home was comfortable. Really enjoyed our stay."
The price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Jalapeño- Historic Adobe Home in Walkable Area
The Bird- Lovely 2 Bed Home in the Garden, Great Location
Exterior

The Bird- Lovely 2 Bed Home in the Garden, Great Location

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8)
"This sweet little house had everything we needed. The host was incredibly accommodating while we struggled to get here due to a big storm that closed many roads. Getting in and out was easy and stress free. We had plenty of space to park and getting around town was easy peasy. Stay at the Bird House. "
The price is AU$257
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Bird- Lovely 2 Bed Home in the Garden, Great Location
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park is located in a budget-friendly area of Carlsbad that travellers like for its mountain views and zoo. You'll find 63 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?

Comfort Suites Carlsbad is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park. Other good choices within 5 miles include Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad, an IHG Hotel and Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?

Expedia has 63 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park.