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White's City Cavern Inn

Carlsbad Caverns National Park - NM · United States

6 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Whites CityView location

8.6/10Excellent2,002 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.0/108.0
Amenities7.6/107.6
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About White's City Cavern Inn

With a stay at White's City Cavern Inn in Carlsbad (Whites City), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and 12 minutes from Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center. This hotel is 27. 2 mi (43. 7 km) from Guadalupe Mountains National Park and 20.

1 mi (32. 4 km) from Carlsbad Museum & Art Center. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including a picnic area and barbecue grills. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cactus Cafe serving guests of White's City Cavern Inn. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 99 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves.

Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.

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With a stay at White's City Cavern Inn in Carlsbad, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Carlsbad Caverns National Park and 9 minutes from Carlsbard Community Theatre. This hotel is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Lechuguilla Cave and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Bat Flight Amphitheater.

Make yourself at home in one of the 99 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
    • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Carlsbad Caverns National Park 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Carlsbard Community Theatre 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Lechuguilla Cave 10.8 km / 6.7 mi
Bat Flight Amphitheater 11 km / 6.8 mi
Spider Cave 11.3 km / 7 mi
Carlsbad Caverns National Park Visitor Center 11.9 km / 7.4 mi
Rattlesnake Springs 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center 27 km / 16.8 mi
Carlsbad Dog Park 32.3 km / 20.1 mi
Carlsbad Museum & Art Center 32.8 km / 20.4 mi
Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area 33.6 km / 20.9 mi
Riverwalk Recreation Center 34.2 km / 21.3 mi
Carlsbad Water Park 34.6 km / 21.5 mi
Lamont Street Park 34.6 km / 21.5 mi
Lake Carlsbad Golf Course 34.7 km / 21.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 99
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS NON SMOKING

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    Room code: QUA.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about White's City Cavern Inn

8.6
Excellent
2,002 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Amenities
7.6 /10
100 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2026
Heidi
We had an upstairs room with a vaulted ceiling that was surprisingly spacious and clean feeling considering the lobby did not smell good.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2026
Alexis
Super sweet staff, clean room. AC was not working properly, it stayed cool but not cold. Suggest buying or bringing a fan. Swimming pool was super cool for the kids!!! Enjoyed our stay!!
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2026
Jennifer
Great place to stay close to the caverns. Room was huge! Great for families to use the pool.
2/10
Poor
01 Aug 2026
LINDA
We checked in went to room there were dead cocktoaches in kitchen checked out went to different hotel when lea ing saw a live one also dead bugs in grand kids room they said we would get refu d from expedia in all hotels we stayed in I booked 2 rooms one for me and daughter and one for granddaughter
Very expensive to have to move to another hotel
8/10
Excellent
30 Jul 2026
johnny
Very nice and clean. Pool was awesome. Front desk lady was awesome. Room was clean and much better than expected. Only problems were that our ac wasn’t very good but they wrote it down to fix. Breakfast could have been a little better. Maybe some more pastry options or something. Overall very nice and fun.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2026
Diana
Bathrooms limited outside the room, but offered maybe offer a shuttle or ride to the caverns for an additional price. Hours for the restaurant are short. Rooms were spacious!
2/10
Poor
29 Jul 2026
Douglas
Rooms are dirty staff was unhelpful
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2026
Micayla
We loved the location, pools, and the rooms were spacious. Staff was very friendly and helpful, would recommend!
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2026
Ronnie
This is an older hotel that has been kept up very well. The closeness to Carlsbad Caverns made this a great place to stay. Breakfast was very minimal, but there was a nice cafe next door. Would stay again if in the area.
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jul 2026
Elizabeth
The location was good for our planned activities. The room itself was not very clean. The bathtub had unrolled toilet paper and hairs sticking to the inside of the tub. Pretty gross. So, I wore shower shoes when showering.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2026
Keith
This is an older style hotel, but the grounds were clean and the rooms were larger. The water pressure was great and the kids loved the pool and water slide. It is a perfect place to stay when visiting Carlsbad Caverns, especially if going back in the evening for the bat flight. There is a restaurant nearby with great food. We enjoyed our stay.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2026
Sally
Really only families staying out here. No oil field workers, nothing against the workers, it's just a different vibe. Very nostalgic, we felt like the Griswalds in the best way.
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2026
Maria
One of the water slides is nonfunctional. Looks like it has been nonfunctional for a long time. Steps up to the slides are in very poor shape.
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2026
Kyle
Rated 4 stars because of how inexpensive the motel is and that the water slide alone provided a lot of entertainment for my 5 and 3 year olds. It’s also the most convenient location for visiting Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mtn national parks.
That being said, this motel is not as well maintained as the average hotel. They do a good job of ensuring the rooms are clean and if you need anything the ladies at the front office are helpful. However, there are some simple things they could do to better maintain the proper for a better guest experience.
1. Kill the bees around the pools. Bees and wasps are all around the main pool and splash pad. My mom got stung 5 times over the course of three days. Not sure why they hated her and left the rest of us alone. The slide girl does use the skimmer to get the wasps that are floating on the surface when she starts her shift at 1pm.
2. Clean the algae. The bottom of the splash pool is 50% covered in algae. A bristle broom and some chemicals will clean it up relatively quickly. Actually a pool vacuum would probably do the trick.
3. Make the small fixes. We had two rooms and both had burnt out light bulbs and one had multiple outlets that didn’t work.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Vanessa
Close to the caverns national park clean and quiet place love it
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2026
Kirsten
Property was definitely outdated but was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2026
Traci
Nice room. Amazing pool. Close to National park
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Bethany
Close to Carlsbad caverns, free parking
8/10
Excellent
24 Jul 2026
Patrick
Older hotel but maintained well. Room was very clean and roomy. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Cable was a bit spotty so very limited viewing choices and quality reception. Pool was clean and refreshing. The kiddie pool section was very cool and the kids that were there seemed to enjoy the mushroom falls and pirate boat with slides. Heck this ole guy even tried out the mushroom falls. 😁

Very close to the caverns and state park. Food choices are practically nonexistent. So plan meals accordingly especially for dinner. you will most likely have to drive into Carlsbad for restaurant choices ( food delivery options may be available).
4/10
Poor
23 Jul 2026
Alyson
I booked based off of the photos and current reviews but if I would have driven to this hotel and then booked we would have moved on. The splash pad, pool, and slides are in ROUGH shape. While I understand nature, the amount of bees around the property is crazy, they have built a nest inside the pool structure. Inside of our room we found a dirty hairbrush and tooth brush under the bed, missing lightbulbs and no cable tv. The wire had been cut.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Jeff
The closest hotel to the caverns. Very nice
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2026
Heather
Can’t beat it for the value of this place. Obviously outdated, but it was fine. Linens could have been cleaner, noticeable stains and such, but it’s hard to complain when my kids got access to the water slides and we were so close to Carlsbad for a very reasonable price.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Andrew
Just what we needed and so close to the Caverns.
4/10
Poor
21 Jul 2026
William
The pool is not clean and ghetto.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
21 Jul 2026
matthew
Honestly, I never write reviews…… but our bed was dirty with body hair and a blood stain. Toilet plugged up. Room smells like a smokers convention was staying there. Staff apologized and gave us new sheets. Only place for many miles. For a place to stay near Carlsbad its the best and continental breakfast was good. Also good parking with a trailer
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
19 Jul 2026
Diana Lynn
This is a decently nice hotel. The rooms are clean and the bathroom has been remodeled and very nice. The pool with slide is great! The location is Perfect for visiting Carlsbad Caverns!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Margaret
Great stay with the kids and visit to the caverns! Super nice staff and comfy beds.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
Jenny
We recently stayed at White City Caverns and had a wonderful time. The rooms were very clean, the staff was very nice, and I felt safe staying there with my two young children. We will definitely stay here again.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2026
Karen
The room was basic but clean. Free parking. The Continental breakfast was extremely basic. The hotel is very close to the Caverns entrance which was great. The downside was the lack of places to eat. The small restaurant only served until 3 pm and breakfast was only until 10 am so if you wanted to take your time getting to a meal you were out of luck. The pool was nice and provided some good shade if you wanted to get out of the sun. The staff was nice but didn't volunteer any extra info unless you specifically asked a direct question. Not a five star but a decent place to stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2026
Crystal
We loved the location to Roswell and Carlsbad Caverns. The rooms were clean, staff was friendly. The only bad part was the pools close early and open late, then the water slides are closed Tues/Wed due to short staff. If you don't care about the pools then there are no issues there. We would def stay here again if coming back to the caverns.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jul 2026
Hamid
Overall it was nice. But the breakfast was very minimal
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Courtney
Super convenient, about 10 minutes to the Caverns. Even though it is an older property, it has been well maintained and updated.The rooms were clean, beds comfortable and microwave and fridge in room. Kids and adults alike enjoyed the mini water park with pool, splash pad, and water slides. Continental breakfast was included which was a big plus. Would definitely stay there
again.
4/10
Poor
14 Jul 2026
Beverly
Electrical outlets didn’t work was told to turn off all the lights to use my computer because wiring was bad. The grocery store in White City was empty so had to drive back to Carlsbad for food. Only restaurant in White City closed at 3:00 so had to drive back to Carlsbad for supper but next day when we ate there for lunch the food was great. Toilet handle fell off first day …moss growing on bottom of kiddie pool so to slick to play in honest opinion stay in Carlsbad not White City
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
13 Jul 2026
Brian
It was close to the entrance of the National Park but not much else to do there. There is no where to eat after 3 pm. Room was run down and the whole property could use a facelift.
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2026
Tara
There is no food in the area after 3:00 PM. For dinner, you have to drive at least 20 miles away.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2026
Kris
For a old style motor hotel right next to Carlsbad Caverns park, it was worth the cost... but that was it. A/C on a hot evening (we stayed July 4th) needed a while to cool the room down, but it was tolerable and we slept fine as the night got on. With a little more TLC and some investment, this place could be awesome!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2026
Jennifer
Clean room, close to park, but nothing else.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
10 Jul 2026
sara
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Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
bryce
Ice machine was down, but they had ice available at the front desk. On the site it says waffle are served, but there are no waffles. Tv was sd didnt expect that in 2026, so picture quality wasnt great. But did have cable available. Pool was nice, didnt get to use waterslides, not sure why they werent open. Gas station is gas only, no store. Didnt try the restaraunt next door or the store across the way due to the limited hours. Overall good stay for the price, closest you can get to carlsbad caverns
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2026
Hyun
No complains. Clean, good shower, spacious, close to the cavern and can't beat the price.
Internet speed was slow but the area is pretty isolated. I had to work a bit but couldn't quite make it work.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2026
Leslie
Really clean and super convenient place
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2026
Jessica
A little run down but comfy and safe for the price and being out in the middle of nowhere. It was nice being so close to the caverns!
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Jennifer Marie
The beds were comfy but the room could use some new pillows
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Gwen
Room was clean except for the floor. It needed to be swept and then mopped. There was a coffee pot but no coffee to put in it. The tv channels were few.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Keith
Hotel room was nice! Big rooms!! Only thing that sucked was the slides weren’t running at the pool.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
Monica
This place was nice. It was clean. Staff was very friendly. Breakfast was lacking. The only real issue I had here was it was infested by wasps. They were everywhere in the pool and in the splash pad for a little kids other than that this place is really great.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2026
SWAPNAMOY
Good stay
Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2026
Alvaro
Good place to stay near carlsbad. Take your own soap, but def would recommend. Good swimming area and location outside of the city. Would stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Inilda
Nice stay, spacious room. Stuff are friendly. It has to go breakfast. The pool was amazing.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Alan
Breakfast wasn’t great but rest of the stay was awesome
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Angela
Looks a like rundown outside but the room was nice and comfortable
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2026
Allison
We chose this location due to the proximity to Yosemite. We prefer to stay in the park, but everything was already full when we looked into reservations. This was a great alternate. It was only about 15 minutes from the Western entrance and was easy to find. It was right across from the river with private acess, which we did not use, but did go visit one night.

The room was clean and very spacious. The bed was comfortable, although the sheets were very thin and not soft. In fact, we didn't have a fitted sheet, so my husband found himself tangled a bit in them the first night. It's not a particularly fanct motel, but we knew that when we booked it. It provided for us all that we needed.

Even with what seemed to be a large number of people staying at the motel, it was still quiet for us at night.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2026
Pamela
The pool was well used by the other guests
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Patrick
Clean, quiet room. Very convenient for Carlsbad Caverns or Guadalupe Mountain National Park.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Morgan
The room and bathroom were clean and the AC worked well. The front desk was very helpful and kind. The pool was nice and cold, but a little dirty. We still enjoyed swimming and were happy to have the amenity to burn energy. Best part - it's 15 min from Carlsbad Caverns. We were able to leave the park, come to the hotel to rest, and go back at sunset for bat viewing. Would stay here again if in the area.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Deni
Perfect place for a one night stay while visiting the national park. Room was big and comfortable. Plenty of restaurants about 20 minutes away in Carlsbad.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2026
Lucas
Room as clean, beds were comfortable. Would stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2026
Dewey
This is a wonderful place to stay, especially with its great pool area that’s perfect for young children, and it’s super close to the park entrance!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Veronica
Friendly kind desk clerk. Cold, clean rooms and comfortable beds. Best of all was the pool and slide!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2026
Kyle
The location is fantastic for Carlsbad Caverns. The Cactus Cafe is excellent. The breakfast burritos are great. It now closes at 3pm and we had to make last second plans for dinner. Unfortunately, the water slides were closed when we were there despite getting a text message the day of stating that it would be open.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2026
Michael
Great location for visiting Carlsbad Caverns. Staff was very friendly. The entire property is a bit dated but otherwise okay. Waterpark is okay but clearly had its best days many years ago.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Robin
The building is old but very clean and the room I stayed in was huge, front desk was very helpful and I enjoyed the cafe next door and the gift shop across the street.
Family_with_children
4/10
Poor
26 Jun 2026
Sharlene
This project was cute the pool was nice. There was a lot of bees and wasps. My daughter was stung. There was a rattler snake in the back. Staff wasn’t a to help when we checked the office it was locked. breakfast was cereal, apple orange juice, apple juice, coffee and a muffin. The ice machine was broken. The ice machine across the stress was out of order. Everything closes at 3pm. No restaurants unless you drive to Carlsbad which was around 30 minutes away. The checking staff was rude and not informative what so ever. Belinda I believe was her name. The morning staff was very nice and helpful. Walking up and down the stairs was not fun with three kids and animals. Room was clean. The TV channels mostly didn’t work. Maybe outdated. Not sure. Paid for two rooms. Has to eat the gas station food which was very expensive. $7 dollar hot pocket.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Robert
Super close to the Cavern with a fun water park our little ones enjoyed. Rooms were nice but “breakfast” was a bit lacking.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Aubree
Wonderful place to stay, absolutely loved it! Clean, staff was so friendly, pool was perfect, would recommend it over and over again!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jun 2026
Vicki
When checking in, the lady was not very friendly or informative. I had to ask where our room was on the property. She didn’t share that the ice maker was out of order and that we had to go to the office for bagged ice. We asked for restaurants in the area and she seems bothered by the question: “Closest is 15 minutes away”. Had to ask about the pool hours and again she was put out with our request, placing wristbands on the counter with no explanation. The second shift girl and morning girl were both kind and sweet. Very accommodating and willing to talk with us. The room was clean. We never did get a chance to jump into the pool. Breakfast was very, very minimal. Be sure to eat before heading to the property because the “restaurant” closes early. I wouldn’t return even though it was convenient to the mountains.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Erin
Great place for the money.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2026
Connie
Great location to visit Caverns without having to drive far. Slide at pool was closed (Tuesday and Wednesday due to staffing issues). Pool and splash area open. Those areas could have been cleaner. No food options after 3pm in town so come prepared. Continental breakfast was nice for a continental breakfast Rooms were clean, staff was nice and there was plenty parking.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
24 Jun 2026
Scott
Great location for accessing Carlsbad caverns, and the town of Carlsbad is not too far away either. Nice hotel that has been updated and was a very comfortable stay. Breakfast is basic but fine. Our kids loved the pools. We had an enjoyable stay!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
Travis
Great place to stay when visiting the caverns.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Rosalind
Best place to stay if visiting Carlsbad Caverns
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Cynthia
We decided to stay here due to its close proximity to the caverns. The room was clean and the shower was relaxing! The beds and pillows got me to sleep fast! Take advantage of the pool to further relax! We unfortunately came when the restaurant was closed. Had to travel in to town for dinner. Distance is not far and they have many places to pick from. Would definitely stay here again!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Jun 2026
Heui jung
I stayed for a cave visit, and it was nice because the location was close. The staff was so friendly and the room was clean, but it seems a little old. But it's not bad for the cost of staying for a day.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Cassandra
The staff were super helpful, friendly & welcoming. The have recommendations on nearby food. Back home it normally takes me 20 min for good eats and this was no different; it wasn’t a bother or a hassle. Beds were super comfortable! Pool was perfect. 10/10
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
Christine
Close to Carlsbad Caverns, large rooms, comfortable beds, everything clean, helpful staff.

Not everything was perfect. The water slides weren't open while we were there, and some elements of the rooms were dated or needed minor repairs. Breakfast was coffee, juice, cereal, and fruit, which was good enough (some of the cereals were gluten free). Unfortunately the only cafe nearby was closed on Sundays.

Considering the low price, this place was a great deal. Our family was even able to get adjoining rooms with a door that opened between them. Would stay here again for the caverns.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Krystal
The hotel was clean and the staff very helpful and great
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Carissa
We had a great time, clean, affordable and the kids loved it! Perfect place when visiting Carlsbad Caverns.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Savanah
The staff so so friendly and the rooms were big. Everything was great.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
VERONICA
Excellent staff. Great spot for visiting Carlsbad Caverns, especially for viewing the Bat show. Access to food closes early in the area. Carlsbad is the closest for dinner. The slides were closed and there was a wasp/hornet nest on top of splash structure. My son and I had a fun time and would book again!
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2026
Francisco
The main appeal of this motel is its proximity to Carlsbad Caverns and Guadalupe Mountains. When we were there the water park was open too which was fun after a long day at the parks. Other than that, the amenities are minimal. Tv barely worked, sheets and towels were bare bones, breakfast was light. If you go into it knowing these things, then there’s no surprise. I was happy with my stay but would caution others to be aware of the limitations of this motel.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Janette L
This hotel is a blast from the past! So charming. Something I remember staying in with my family when I was young.

The rooms were spacious, the bed was extremely comfortable, the shower was great and they had a coffee maker in the room. Everything you need as a traveler, it was there. Although we did not use the pool and waterpark, there were families there enjoying themselves immensely! I would highly recommend this motel.
Family
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2026
Jing
swimming pool was amazing! Customer
4/10
Poor
19 Jun 2026
Vanessa
Very very outdated property, tv didn’t work, food around bed. Breakfast was box cereal packaged muffins
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Anna
Bare minimum for the plush amenities in the room, but the water play, location, size of the room, and staff more than made up for it!
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Michael
Great
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2026
Bruce
We stayed 2 days. We arrived at 3 pm and were disappointed that there was no option to enjoy a meal. The signs along the highway indicate there is a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant only serves breakfast and lunch until 3 pm. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. After a 4.5 hour drive we had to drive back to Carlsbad for dinner. A 40 mile round trip drive. Not the Inn’s fault but the ad we read did state there was a restaurant onsite but no mention that it only served breakfast and lunch Tuesday - Saturday.

We did make it back from Carlsbad to go to the bat flight. The close proximity to the cavern is ideal. I suggest grabbing a bite to eat at the Cavern’s restaurant and then grabbing something from the convenience store grocers, across the street from the hotel, for a light dinner. Unless you want to make that 40 mile round trip to Carlsbad and back.

We didn’t use the waterpark but could tell the families were enjoying it.

Our room was clean. The staff very friendly and apologetic for the situation regarding the restaurant. A list of restaurants in Carlsbad was provided as well.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Lara
The staff was absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend staying there.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Mindy
Spacious rooms, pool and splash pad were great. They have 2 water slides but only 1 was open right now, but it was still super fun
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2026
Caryn
Breakfast was ok, room was ok. Dated looking. Rooms are clean but if you want extra towels, you have to go get them yourself at office.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Mark
The staff was awesome. Told us about the bat show, which was incredible. By far best place to stay to visit Carlsbad Caverns!
8/10
Excellent
15 Jun 2026
John
Overall a good stay
6/10
Pleasant
15 Jun 2026
Nicole
This is ann old hotel, but it was spacious and a decently clean place to lay our head on a long road trip. Heads up there is no food in town on certain days. You must drive 20 minutes away.
We opted to get food from this tiny grocery store $4 cans of ravioli. I would stay here again if I had to just pass through. I must say the staff was very kind and helpful.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Patricia
The room was clean and tidy. It was close to the caverns. The pool was clean, but the slides were shut down. The restaurant was not open for dinner, so we had to go into Carlsbad for food. Overall I had a good experience at the property.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
Robert
Here is the revised review:
The Good - The hotel is very close to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. There is no closer property and it's about 20 minutes closer than the nearest hotel in Carlsbad. My room and the property overall were in good condition. The front desk attendant was very friendly and helpful.

The Bad - There are no amenities near Whites City, including at the hotel itself. The nearest open restaurant is about 20 minutes back in Carlsbad — there is one in Whites City, but it was never open during my 3-day/2-night stay — which meant driving into town for every meal. If I'd had the foresight to bring a cooler with drinks and ready-to-eat food, I would have no complaints. To be fair, this isn't the hotel's fault.

While the hotel offers free Wi-Fi, the signal is too slow to support streaming. Unfortunately, cellular signal at the property is equally limited, so don't count on your phone as a backup. If you plan to watch anything during your stay, download your content to a device before you arrive — you won't be able to stream it once you're there.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Diana
This is the only hotel at the entrance to Carlsbad Caverns. It has been here forever, but it was clean, comfortable, and it was so convenient to get to our 9:30 reservation at the caverns. We would stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
Albert
Very nice place only thing could’ve been better was the air conditioner other than that my family had an amazing weekend we will definitely be returning
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Dolores
The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were big, clean and the water park for the kiddos was awesome. The Carlsbad Caverns were only 7 minutes away. I would definitely stay there again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Michal
This felt more like staying with the family than a motel. The lady at the reception was the kindest I've met in all my travels. To the point of sharing her home-made lunch and asking a solo traveler to call her from their long onward drive to feel less alone.

The room was very spacious and very clean. It rained so we didn't get to enjoy the pool area but it all looked clean and very enticing.

It was very conveniently located and not having to drive after the bat flight programme in Carlsbad Caverns was very welcome.

I would definitely stay again!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Jun 2026
suzanne
Good place to stay. Rooms are large, clean, and there was easy check in. The only issue was the very loud air conditioner.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
John
Pool was a little chilly and had debris in it. I would not describe what was offered as breakfast, but it was a little something to get you going. Rooms were nice. Location was convenient to the National Park. Not much there except their properties.

Location & surroundings

White's City Cavern Inn
6 Carlsbad Cavern Hwy, Whites City, Carlsbad, United States

White's City Cavern Inn

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