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White's City Cavern Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Carlsbad Caverns National Park

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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17 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Carlsbad, NM, 88268
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlsbard Community Theatre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(399 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Carlsbad

Within a short walk of Carlsbad Caverns National Park, White's City Cavern Inn is within 2 miles (3 km) of Carlsbard Community Theatre. This 99-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carlsbard Community Theatre - 1 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park - 29 min drive - 28.3 miles
  • Pecos River Flume - 30 min drive - 27.2 miles

Getting around

  • Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cactus Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪White's City Restaurant & Saloon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria In Big Room - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Velvet Garter Restaurant & Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carlsbad Caverns Trading Company - ‬12 min drive

About this property

White's City Cavern Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, 8-minute walk to Carlsbad Caverns National Park
At White's City Cavern Inn, guests have access to a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hydromassage showers and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cactus Cafe

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Splash pad

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Splash pad

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at White's City Cavern Inn?

White's City Cavern Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at White's City Cavern Inn?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White's City Cavern Inn on Dec 31, 2025 start from $99.99, 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 is there to do around White's City Cavern Inn?

This hotel is located in Carlsbad within a short 8-minute walk of Carlsbad Caverns National Park. You'll also find Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center and Bat Flight Amphitheater nearby.

Is parking available on site at White's City Cavern Inn?

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

Does White's City Cavern Inn include a casino?

No, White's City Cavern Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at White's City Cavern Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

What amenities will couples enjoy at White's City Cavern Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a hydromassage showerhead as well as a restaurant and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at White's City Cavern Inn?

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

Does White's City Cavern Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, White's City Cavern Inn serves free continental breakfast at Cactus Cafe each morning.

Does White's City Cavern Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at White's City Cavern Inn for a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day.

Does White's City Cavern Inn have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to White's City Cavern Inn?

The closest major airport to White's City Cavern Inn is Carlsbad, NM (CNM-Cavern City Air Terminal), which is 14.9 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at White's City Cavern Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at White's City Cavern Inn.

White's City Cavern Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 910 out of 1798 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 590 out of 1798 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1798 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1798 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1798 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office staff was very friendly & helpful. Very nice lady. Hotel room was also fine…it’s just an older property, but clean, quiet, & comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Great place to stay for individuals and families.

This is a great place to stay. Child friendly as they have a little water park/pool area for kids. The room was clean and spacious. The bed was comfortable; there were plenty of towels for two people and ecofriendly paper products. This motel was right at the entrance of the Carlsbad Caverns which was perfect for us as that was an activity we planned on. The staff was fabulous and very helpful with directions etc. The only thing that could have been better was the outside sidewalks could be cleaned of debris and dead bugs. The upside to that is that the bugs were dead!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No ice machine
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean but small..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean. Ac didn't work great. Tv reception was not terrific. Ice maker didn't work
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dwight

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our bathroom socket was broken and no one on property to repair so we could not use our hair dryer. TV cable was broken and no remote so we could not watch TV. Too inconvenient to move after unloading everything. They offered no reduction in our rate which was almost the same as a nice new facility in Carlsbad where we had to go anyway because there is no restaurant there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old but super clean. A/c took a bit to cool but then it was good. Beds are super comfy and the bathroom was really clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

iskra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. The pool area and grounds were nice. Close to a little touristy strip mall that was fun. The cons were the air conditioner leaked, the TV picture was fuzzy, and the ice machine was broken. They offered to move us, but we had already settled in and liked the end room. So the problems weren’t a huge issue. We would stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A comfortable place to rest your head

Do not expect this place to be the Ritz and DO NOT TRY TO CHECK IN EARLY. It's a comfortable place to rest your head. There are no room phones, and the satellite TV can be a little touchy and the rooms out dated. BUT the beds are comfy, the pool is open until 10 when opened and the proximity to the Caverns can't be beat. Also, DO NOT MISS BREAKFAST AT THE CACTUS CAFE. There food is phenomenal and you get a discount for staying at the Inn
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay for hiking Guadalupe peak and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the location of the hotel with relation to Carlsbad Caverns and the hiking we wanted to do. Dining options on the Sunday and Monday were non-existent. So, we drove 20 minutes into Carlsbad for dinner both nights. The room was comfy. We especially loved the visit from the Mule Deer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room was clean and private. Good variety of breakfast foods.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Traveled with partner
The only perk with this hotel is its closeness to Carlsbad caverns. You have no dining options after 3pm. Breakfast is only a muffin or a box of cereal. Next closest town to get any food is 20 miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Classic stay for a Classic trip.

The room was clean and all. The staff was great, it’s just an older hotel so don’t expect a new place. It’s the closest thing to the Caverns and if you want an early start, this is the place. Stayed here when I was a kid in the 80s.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doesnt getvany better o closer to caverns.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine, Las Cruces

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for an overnight lodging near Carlsbad Caverns visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025