Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area in Carlsbad - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Carlsbad](https://expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Holiday-Rentals.d6054977.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-Carlsbad-Recreation-Area.d553248621532643171.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Carlsbad-Recreation-Area-Carlsbad.d553248621532643171.Attraction) ![Peaceful Riverwalk Footpath with tall leafless trees and resting birds along Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA, winter southwestern nature landscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643171/bf3b808a-0186-4685-923d-1e442946b715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643171/bf3b808a-0186-4685-923d-1e442946b715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area hotels ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11270000/11268300/11268277/a05e6bd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11270000/11268300/11268277/16c24b6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11270000/11268300/11268277/2924cd86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11270000/11268300/11268277/b9bace41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fiddler's Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fiddlers-Inn.h11268277.Hotel-Information) 0.4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.8/10 Exceptional (630 reviews) "Comfortable room, nice and quiet. Breakfast was awesome." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Nancy [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fiddlers-Inn.h11268277.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9620000/9610700/9610678/5eb9bc1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9620000/9610700/9610678/874b9a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9620000/9610700/9610678/f2ac088c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9620000/9610700/9610678/bb3f4b20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h9610678.Hotel-Information) 1.4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (263 reviews) "Very nice, newer hotel with a nice pool and breakfast. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) David £111 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h9610678.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40210000/40201900/40201873/b2a302bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40210000/40201900/40201873/8eab14e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40210000/40201900/40201873/2d305692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40210000/40201900/40201873/4f88d81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Post Time Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Post-Time-Inn.h40201873.Hotel-Information) 0.9 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.0/10 Very good (635 reviews) "Staff was excellent and made adjustments as per our request." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Yash [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Post-Time-Inn.h40201873.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4784/ff0ed665.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4784/3b685520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4784/7633e67f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4800/4784/56cc79b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stevens Inn a Howard Johnson by Wyndham [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Stevens-Inn.h4784.Hotel-Information) 1.9 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.2/10 Very good (1,005 reviews) "Courteous staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) isaac £96 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Stevens-Inn.h4784.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9140000/9132200/9132183/1d299e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9140000/9132200/9132183/3d82f696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9140000/9132200/9132183/2cc186cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9140000/9132200/9132183/7f14f848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Suites Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Comfort-Suites-Carlsbad.h9132183.Hotel-Information) 2.6 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,005 reviews) "Good clean rooms and friendly staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Guadalupe £98 includes taxes & fees 20 Feb - 21 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Comfort-Suites-Carlsbad.h9132183.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908500/3908463/c38037f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908500/3908463/a7470688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908500/3908463/216be363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908500/3908463/b6f0cee9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Carlsbad.h3908463.Hotel-Information) 2.3 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (649 reviews) "The rooms could be cleaner. The staff was very helpful, nice and courteous. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tanya £89 includes taxes & fees 20 Feb - 21 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Carlsbad.h3908463.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1696000/1695936/0847f1fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1696000/1695936/49d08481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1696000/1695936/fb2c0a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1696000/1695936/5e722e33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Carlsbad.h1695936.Hotel-Information) 2 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.6/10 Excellent (493 reviews) "Clean" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Zachary £115 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Carlsbad.h1695936.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49035900/49035874/a0fcac89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49035900/49035874/52fb85a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49035900/49035874/742a2e69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49040000/49035900/49035874/8037c6c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Carlsbad.h49035874.Hotel-Information) 3.4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.4/10 Exceptional (311 reviews) "pleasant stay " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Elizabeth £101 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Carlsbad.h49035874.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50570000/50560300/50560281/56870834.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50570000/50560300/50560281/22c4dc56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50570000/50560300/50560281/a24339d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50570000/50560300/50560281/b4d6c0db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt House Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Carlsbad.h50560281.Hotel-Information) 4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.4/10 Exceptional (830 reviews) "Great stay! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) YASMIN £111 includes taxes & fees 21 Feb - 22 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Carlsbad.h50560281.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4258000/4258000/4ba1cfff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4258000/4258000/798052a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, Multiple Beds | Living area | 45-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4258000/4258000/39662dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4258000/4258000/2d4455bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h4258000.Hotel-Information) 2.5 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.4/10 Very good (822 reviews) "Clean rooms, great breakfast " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Pritika £96 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Carlsbad.h4258000.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10100900/10100831/a05b43ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10100900/10100831/dce7aefd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10100900/10100831/59755781.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10110000/10100900/10100831/61239628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites.h10100831.Hotel-Information) 3.7 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (1,001 reviews) "Clean, friendly staff, comfortable bed. Very good breakfast." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) John £90 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites.h10100831.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57756700/57756628/c9bcce1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57756700/57756628/0a049532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57756700/57756628/b48593ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57760000/57756700/57756628/8f31264f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MainStay Suites Carlsbad South [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-MainStay-Suites.h57756628.Hotel-Information) 3.5 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (412 reviews) "Great place, easy location to Carlsbad and Guadalupe Mountains." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kevin £94 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-MainStay-Suites.h57756628.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22790000/22789200/22789162/f763ce52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22790000/22789200/22789162/fbac4eb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22790000/22789200/22789162/05f85215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22790000/22789200/22789162/524cbd1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Quality-Inn-And-Suites.h22789162.Hotel-Information) 4.2 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (812 reviews) "clean room, great staff, good breakfast" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) binu £83 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Quality-Inn-And-Suites.h22789162.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4720000/4715800/4715723/26de8bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4720000/4715800/4715723/feaafd97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Children’s play area – outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4720000/4715800/4715723/2e60d023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4720000/4715800/4715723/42386aea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carlsbad Inn New Mexico [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Carlsbad-Inn-New-Mexico.h4715723.Hotel-Information) 2.1 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 7.8/10 Good (234 reviews) "Staff was excellent and room was clean" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) John £57 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Carlsbad-Inn-New-Mexico.h4715723.Hotel-Information) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88492700/88492609/02802b9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen (with Single Sofabed) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88492700/88492609/0bab9551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88492700/88492609/4acfc812.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88500000/88492700/88492609/377b8c10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Executive-Residency-Carlsbad-Hotel.h88492609.Hotel-Information) 2.6 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.2/10 Very good (56 reviews) "well lit and clean parking area" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Chad £111 includes taxes & fees 20 Feb - 21 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Executive-Residency-Carlsbad-Hotel.h88492609.Hotel-Information) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91488400/91488313/9b5983e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91488400/91488313/981f635b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91488400/91488313/b2efd2ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility,Tub w/Grab Bars) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91490000/91488400/91488313/62e14d2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Carlsbad-NM.h91488313.Hotel-Information) 3.6 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.6/10 Excellent (242 reviews) "Very nice place to stay" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michael £88 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Carlsbad-NM.h91488313.Hotel-Information) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415600/9415565/d0cd548c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415600/9415565/4ae72217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415600/9415565/3534486f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free buffet breakfast on weekdays ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9420000/9415600/9415565/4f69a0f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Carlsbad.h9415565.Hotel-Information) 4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.0/10 Very good (1,003 reviews) "Best hotel breakfast so far! Clean and welcoming" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Anthony £84 includes taxes & fees 22 Feb - 23 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Carlsbad.h9415565.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/280900/280843/bbfa67fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/280900/280843/ad9b94a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/280900/280843/8dfacbac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/280900/280843/d5eb6b39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-US-Travelers-Inn-Suites.h280843.Hotel-Information) 2.4 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 7.4/10 Good (704 reviews) "Staff was excellent." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Danisha £82 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-US-Travelers-Inn-Suites.h280843.Hotel-Information) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32623200/32623107/fcb09bb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32623200/32623107/e1cc574a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32623200/32623107/b216022b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom sink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32623200/32623107/2f997b7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karbani Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Karbani-Inn.h32623107.Hotel-Information) 5.6 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (319 reviews) "very nice and clean room, great check in process, and the owner cooked us breakfast! 10/10 would recommend and will be back if we are in town. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bailey £60 includes taxes & fees 21 Feb - 22 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Karbani-Inn.h32623107.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19674/fb91b135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19674/c73434b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19674/90bdd463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19674/7c1b5a37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Econo-Lodge.h19674.Hotel-Information) 3.5 mi from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 7.2/10 Good (275 reviews) "Staff was courtesous and room was clean." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Marcela S £60 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carlsbad-Hotels-Econo-Lodge.h19674.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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