The Best Hotels Closest to Apache Point Observatory in Sunspot for 2026

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A large building with a tower, a covered patio, and a pond.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, glasses, and a bar counter. There are several chairs in front of the bar.

A cozy lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a decorative chandelier.

1. The Lodge at Cloudcroft

12.7 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Rene

$138 nightly

$155 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a central island, a ceiling fan, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a bar area.

A pool area with a person sitting by the poolside, a building with a metal roof, and a clear blue sky.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a sink.

2. The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

10.6 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Dheeraj

$98 nightly

$106 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-level wooden interior with a fireplace, seating area, and a wooden bench.

A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of a forested area.

A clear indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, pool ladder, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a balcony with outdoor seating.

3. Grand Cloudcroft Hotel

13.2 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Belinda

$185 nightly

$209 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a display of beverages.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, computer, and multiple bar stools.

A vending machine with various drink options and a stacked washer and dryer.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a weight rack.

4. SureStay Plus by Best Western Alamogordo White Sands

10.7 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Kim

$88 nightly

$96 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A log cabin with a balcony, decorated with lights and a wreath.

A cozy room with a large Christmas tree, two armchairs, a wooden table, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a high ceiling, a bed with a fluffy blanket, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A wooden staircase with a festive garland.

5. The Crofting Bed and Breakfast

12.9 mi from Apache Point Observatory

John

$167 nightly

$188 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A reception area with a tiled counter, a chair, and potted plants.

A restaurant with wooden cabinets, a red wall, and a counter with various food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

A Super 8 motel with a sign indicating free WiFi, a micro fridge, and a breakfast option.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

13.2 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Mark

$77 nightly

$83 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a TV.

A hotel room with a gray sofa, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, and a small kitchenette with a coffee maker.

A snack and beverage vending area with various snack options and refrigerated drinks.

A coffee station with two coffee makers and a sign that reads "MUST HAVE COFFEE. EXPRESS".

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alamogordo by IHG

10.5 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Karl

$163 nightly

$176 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A Days Inn by Wyndham hotel with a clear sky and mountains in the background.

A stone table and bench set outdoors, surrounded by trees and a brick pathway.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

10.7 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Barbara

$85 nightly

$92 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, chairs, and tables.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a view of mountains.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern office space with a teal cabinet, a desk with a computer, and three chairs.

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Alamogordo White Sands

13.8 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Wei

$178 nightly

$193 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

10. Summit Inn

13 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Dan

$124 nightly

$140 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the counter.

A motel sign with "White Sands" and "Motel" written on it, indicating a motel named White Sands.

A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view, and a door.

A parking lot with a building on the left, a palm tree, and a mountain range in the background.

11. White Sands Motel

10.6 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Julie

$99 nightly

$107 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a round mirror, a desk with a lamp, a microwave, and a chair.

Two vending machines labeled "Cold Beverages" and "Frozen Food" in a hotel lobby.

A breakfast bar with coffee and juice dispensers, a sign reading "HAPPY BREAKFAST STARTS HERE", and a variety of breakfast items.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, a green chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

12. Hampton Inn Alamogordo

10.5 mi from Apache Point Observatory

SERGIO

$152 nightly

$165 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a curved blue sofa, a stone wall with a TV, and a corner market sign.

A hotel pool area with a hot tub, exercise equipment, and a tiled wall with a decorative border.

A buffet area with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and a juice dispenser.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a pool visible through the windows.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Alamogordo

10.4 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Selene

$159 nightly

$172 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A covered outdoor area with wooden chairs, potted plants, and a sign indicating a 'Suburban' location.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a television, and a window with a view.

A motel with a central sign, multiple parking spaces, and a mountainous backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

14. Suburban Studios Alamogordo

12.6 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Michelle

$70 nightly

$76 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, a trash bin, and a door.

A laundry area with a Whirlpool washer and dryer, a mirror, and a sign indicating the model is not responsible for items left unattended.

A vending machine area with snacks and a drink dispenser.

15. Motel 6 Alamogordo, NM

10.4 mi from Apache Point Observatory

LINNET

$65 nightly

$70 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A motel with a sign for Budget Inn, a billboard for KA Realty LLC, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, microwave, and a trash bin.

A reception desk with a sign for Budget Inn, a security camera, and a framed award.

A parking lot with multiple cars and a building with red doors in the background.

16. Budget Inn

12.6 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Anna

$60 nightly

$65 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a ceiling with a speckled pattern.

A parking lot with several vehicles, including trucks and cars, and a building with multiple windows and a staircase.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a door.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, wooden dresser, two chairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. Satellite Inn

12.5 mi from Apache Point Observatory

Blanca

$59 nightly

$64 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A building with a covered porch, outdoor seating, and a fenced area.

A living room with a large beige sectional sofa, a small beige armchair, a coffee table, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a door with an exit sign.

A single-story building with a porch, surrounded by trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a door.

18. Perfect 8-bedroom cabin in Mayhill @ Sacramento Mountain Retreat

18.8 mi from Apache Point Observatory

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Top Apache Point Observatory Hotel Reviews

The Lodge at Cloudcroft

10/10 Excellent

"Such a neat piece of history! Incredibly charming and beautiful, highly recommend."

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I must say I was a little iffy about a Motor Inn style property - at home they can be a little sketchy, but this property was by far one of my favorite places to stay!! Not only does the exterior scream New Mexico this little Jem had all the things!!! An outstanding and helpful staff, perfect little apartment style rooms with kitchen so that we could prepare our food, swimming pool for the Grands and clean rooms and comfortable bed! The property is older, but you can tell they pour love into it!! We loved the property and when we go back to visit our son we will for sure stay there again!!!!!"

Amazing and Cozy King-Queen Bed Suites w/RV Parking

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy and homey feel. Quiet neighborhood. Close to stores and restaurants. Close to site seeing locations. If we had any questions about the location, they were quickly answered."

Tavares Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This is a bed and breakfast - very comfortable bed in my own room with my own private bath. The host goes out of her way to make your stay welcoming."

Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

8/10 Good

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White Sands Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Cozy room - throwback to the old roadside motel. Not flashy but quiet and led to a good night’s sleep."

Fully furnished house - 15 minutes to White Sands/10 mins to Holloman AFB

10/10 Excellent

"Great place! Great interactions with host! Will stay here again!"

Luxury Glamping in High Rolls Mountain Park, NM Stunning Views & Modern Comforts

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful view and space to enjoy the sunsets and sunrises. Was a perfect stop for a family to rest between White Sands and Carlsbad Cavern."

Beautiful and cozy home, perfect for long stay

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Convenient location. Clean and well taken care of. Kitchen had everything we needed."

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Oliver Lee Memorial State Park

8.4/10 (65 reviews)

You can take time to visit Oliver Lee Memorial State Park during your travels to Alamogordo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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New Mexico Museum of Space History

9.0/10 (231 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New Mexico Museum of Space History during your trip to Alamogordo. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.

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The Tunnel Stop

8.6/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to The Tunnel Stop during your stay in High Rolls Mountain Park. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the sledding.

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Tularosa Basin Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Tularosa Basin Museum of History during your travels in Alamogordo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Flickinger Center for Performing Arts

7.8/10 (47 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Flickinger Center for Performing Arts during your stay in Alamogordo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Osha Trail

9.2/10 (17 reviews)

You can take time to visit Osha Trail during your travels to High Rolls Mountain Park. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.

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Alameda Park Zoo

Meet the animals who call Alameda Park Zoo home during your trip to Alamogordo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Apache Point Observatory?

Apache Point Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Sunspot that travelers like for its monuments. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, check out some of the hotels and other accommodations that Expedia offers in the area.

Where is the best place to stay close to Apache Point Observatory?

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Apache Point Observatory. Other good options around the area include Tavares Inn and SureStay Plus by Best Western Alamogordo White Sands.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Apache Point Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Apache Point Observatory.

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Our top choices for Apache Point Observatory hotels

1. The Lodge at Cloudcroft

2. The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

3. Grand Cloudcroft Hotel

4. SureStay Plus by Best Western Alamogordo White Sands

5. The Crofting Bed and Breakfast

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alamogordo by IHG

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

9. Home2 Suites By Hilton Alamogordo White Sands

10. Summit Inn

11. White Sands Motel

12. Hampton Inn Alamogordo

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Alamogordo

14. Suburban Studios Alamogordo

15. Motel 6 Alamogordo, NM

16. Budget Inn

17. Satellite Inn

18. Perfect 8-bedroom cabin in Mayhill @ Sacramento Mountain Retreat

Top Apache Point Observatory Hotel Reviews

The Lodge at Cloudcroft

The Classic Desert Aire Hotel

Amazing and Cozy King-Queen Bed Suites w/RV Parking

Tavares Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Alamogordo/White Sands

White Sands Motel

Fully furnished house - 15 minutes to White Sands/10 mins to Holloman AFB

Luxury Glamping in High Rolls Mountain Park, NM Stunning Views & Modern Comforts

Beautiful and cozy home, perfect for long stay

Other attractions near Apache Point Observatory

Oliver Lee Memorial State Park

New Mexico Museum of Space History

The Tunnel Stop

Tularosa Basin Museum of History

Flickinger Center for Performing Arts

Osha Trail

Alameda Park Zoo

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