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Welcome to The Classic Desert Aire Hotel, a local artisanal lodge nestled in the foothills of the Tularosa Basin. Our hotel is your home base for all of Alamogordo’s nearby attractions, as well as your restful retreat where you can relax and recharge from the day’s activities.

Hotel room interior with a king-sized bed featuring a geometric-patterned bedspread, two bedside tables with modern lamps, a wooden desk with a chair, a lounge chair, wall art, and a section of mirrored tiles.

VISIT US & SHOP

THE WHITE SANDS BOUTIQUE

Located within The Classic Desert Aire Hotel, the White Sands Boutique is your one-stop-shop for beautiful, authentic New Mexican souvenirs. From apparel, to accessories, to jewelry, and more, you’ll find something for everyone on your list. You can even shop many of the furniture pieces you see around our property as well.

Even if you’re not in the market for anything, be sure to stop in and check out our carefully curated collection of local artwork and sculpture.

Interior decor with Southwestern style, featuring blankets with geometric patterns, stacked pillows, wall-mounted decorative skulls, and woven textiles.

GRAB A BITE

The Classic Cafe

WEEKDAYS 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
WEEKENDS 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Discover the Taste of New Mexico at The Classic Cafe, our on site restaurant open daily for breakfast and lunch.

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with our authentic New Mexican cuisine, or start the day off right with our classic breakfast offerings. With dishes crafted specifically with your little one in mind, it’s safe to say we have something for the entire family.

Tortilla chips with bowls of guacamole and salsa

explore

alamogordo, nm

We created your ultimate Alamogordo travel guide. The Classic Desert Aire is perfectly situated for a long weekend escape of hiking, skiing, wine tasting, exploring, and much more.

Numerous colorful hot air balloons in a clear blue sky above a festival setting with food stalls and tents.

GALLERY

Hotel room featuring a king-size bed with a patterned comforter, a jacuzzi with rolled towels, a ceiling fan, and minimalist decor.
Outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a motel with parked cars, lounge chairs, and cloudy sky at sunset.
Hotel room with a double bed, wooden headboard, and patterned bedspread. Nightstands with lamps are on each side of the bed. A desk with a lamp and chair is against the wall, near a mirrored accent wall. An armchair with pillows is next to the desk.
Boutique interior with Western-themed clothing and accessories, including plaid shirts, patterned vests, and handbags. Decor includes a bull skull and Southwestern art.
Hotel room with king-sized bed, patterned bedspread, large bathtub, desk with chair, ceiling fan, and mirrored wall.
Room interior with black jacuzzi tub, TV on a wooden stand, desk with chair, decorative elephant artwork on wall, tiled surfaces, and mirrors.