Post Time Inn

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

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Photo gallery for Post Time Inn

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Property entrance
Exterior detail
Lobby sitting area
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
311 W Fox St, Carlsbad, NM, 88220
  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Carlsbad Water Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pecos River Flume
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Post Time Inn places you next to Carlsbad Museum & Art Center and within a 15-minute walk of Carlsbad Dog Park. This 40-room motel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Riverwalk Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Carlsbad Water Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Pecos River Flume - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blue House Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Post Time Inn

Motel in Carlsbad with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at Post Time Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Free local calls, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Post Time Suites
Post Time Inn Motel
Post Time Inn Carlsbad
Post Time Inn Motel Carlsbad

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Post Time Inn?

Post Time Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Post Time Inn?

As of May 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Post Time Inn on May 12, 2025 start from $102.6, 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.

What can I see near Post Time Inn?

This motel is located in Carlsbad, just steps from Carlsbad Museum & Art Center. You'll also find Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area and Carlsbad Water Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Post Time Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Post Time Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Post Time Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Post Time Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Post Time Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Post Time Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Post Time Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Post Time Inn offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Post Time Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Post Time Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Post Time Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Post Time Inn?

The closest major airport to Post Time Inn is Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal), which is 5.9 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Post Time Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Post Time Inn.

Post Time Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 240 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 519 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, quiet night’s stay in a stylish room a reasonable drive from the Caverns (about 35min). Front desk staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was simple but did the job. Would stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Checkin was delayed until 7:30pm due to shortstaffing and no employees to clean rooms. When I opened the door, the room was not clean. The linens had been changed but there was food debris on the counter and coffee stains on the table. The outer comforter had stains as well. Very poor cleaning and hygeine. I checked the bed for bugs but did confirm new linens, thankfully. The kitchette was in working order which was good. The shower took 5 whole minutes to retrieve hot water (I almost thought it was cold water only and I'm glad I waited). Very limited parking/ arrival after 7pm probably means no parking available. There is no street parking as an alternative. Lights on motel's outside stay on all night and there are no blackout curtains. AC unit is loud. Probably not a good idea to stay here more than one night as a road stop and only if you really need a discount. Bed was comfy despite the light and noise. Will stay elsewhere when I drive back home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Weston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were updated and clean. Very quiet neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My bathroom sink was dirty. It took a long time to check in because the clerk was unsure of herself and was new and poorly trained. My keys didn’t work. No ice bucket or do not disturb card. My room smelled strongly of men’s cologne the entire two days. Uggghhh. The maid was nice and checked in frequently. I left her a good tip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and well maintained. Honest management!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anil

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite clean. The staff was polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and newly renovated! The place was quiet and room was large. The only cons is that the parking limited and for some reason the deadlock did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was very uncomfortable. Other than that, I loved the property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Arlene

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

Great stay

I really enjoyed my stay here. You can tell this is an older place that has been renovated. The room was pretty clean. You can just tell on the baseboards it needs like a deep clean, but overall it was clean and I was happy. The bed was super comfortable. The shower was great. I loved having the mini fridge and microwave. I will definitely stay here again when I come back to Carlsbad! The front desk was wonderful and so helpful anytime I needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

erick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Bradley

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjuanita

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

Great Place to stay

One of my best places to stay when i come and visit my husband the personal always so helpful and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great retreat from the every day
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Axel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and inviting place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really like the property and the staff has all been very friendly & helpful. We had a couple of problems with our check-in, however. The first key we got for our room didn't work and the AC in our room was very loud. However, they quickly resolved these issues.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Nelson

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property itself was not bad at all. It was nice and clean, but the property is not very transparent with its fees. I planned a two day mini vacation with my son to visit Carlsbad caverns and the following day take a trip to Roswell. I only had a $200 budget for both days. Upon arriving at the property on a Friday night, I checked in and the lady at the front desk, informed me that she would have to put a $100 hold on my card. I told her everything was already paid for, but I had no choice but to pay since at that point, and at 9:30 PM, I couldn't cancel and get the money I had already paid refunded so I could find a different place. This cut my budget in half. The employee assured me that my $100 would be released the moment I checked out. Next day, we decided to just check out and go to the caverns then drive back home since I would just rather get my $100 back immediately. I was worried about me and my son not being able to make it on $100 for two days and have enough gas money to drive back home. This meant that I would have to lose the money for day 2 of my trip as it was non-refundable. When I checked out, I noticed my money had not been released. I went back and asked the lady, and contrary to that the lady the prior night had told me, my funds would not be released for another 3-5 business days. So this happened in Saturday, and there was a good chance that my funds wouldn't be back in my account until Friday. This place ruined my two day mini vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe. Very friendly staff from the front desk to housekeeping!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024