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Our top choices for Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area hotels

A two-story building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a flag.

1. Fiddler's Inn

Fiddler's Inn
3.5 star property
0.7 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (702 reviews)
"Great place to relax and super close to everything we wanted to experience. Bed was very comfortable and enjoyed cool weather outside. My husband enjoyed walking to Albertsons! Amenities were spot on. Definitely we would stay here again! Thanks for a beautiful stay!"
United States
Terri
The price is ₩206,581
₩232,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Fiddler's Inn
Property amenity

2. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Very clean. Breakfast was good. Location perfect"
United States
Eileen
The price is ₩191,564
₩215,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, stone walls, and a chandelier. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

3. Stevens Inn

Stevens Inn
3.0 star property
3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (185 reviews)
"Good Location for visiting Carlsbad Caverns."
United States
Claudia Elisabeth
The price is ₩172,528
₩193,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Stevens Inn
Lobby sitting area

4. Post Time Inn

Post Time Inn
2.5 star property
1.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (703 reviews)
"Clean room. Nice staff."
United States
Harold
The price is ₩132,621
₩149,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Post Time Inn
A spacious lobby with blue seating, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

5. Comfort Suites Carlsbad

Comfort Suites Carlsbad
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"The staff was great the atmosphere was fantastic made us feel very welcome the breakfast was amazing"
United States
Audrey
The price is ₩163,968
₩184,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating.

6. Hyatt House Carlsbad

Hyatt House Carlsbad
3.5 star property
6.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (974 reviews)
"Great stay great price"
United States
Cheryl
The price is ₩212,998
₩239,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hyatt House Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, red and yellow chairs, and tables.

7. Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, friendly."
United States
David
The price is ₩189,019
₩212,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a sign indicating the entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the breakfast was great."
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩146,888
₩165,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (749 reviews)
"Room was great, bed very good, pool and hot tub access was great, breakfast OK"
United States
Randolph
The price is ₩158,275
₩177,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad
A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Sleep Inns & Suites', and a parking lot.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
2.5 star property
6 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"great location for the caves"
United States
Philip
The price is ₩141,195
₩158,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
A MainStay Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a clear entrance.

11. MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
2.5 star property
5.6 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (489 reviews)
"Clean, friendly and helpful staff, room was nice and clean, close to caverns, safe area and had great views."
United States
Tracy
The price is ₩152,582
₩171,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
A covered equestrian arena with wooden railings and a sandy floor.

12. Karbani Inn

Karbani Inn
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (352 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Pennie
The price is ₩118,421
₩133,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Karbani Inn
A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a desk with a chair and a laptop on it.

13. Longhorn Flats

Longhorn Flats
4.0 star property
18.9 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (51 reviews)
"the property was clean the property was very well maintained it was very nice very comfortable and very quiet definitely will be staying there again"
United States
Ray
The price is ₩95,487
₩107,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Longhorn Flats
A breakfast corner with a Baymont sign, a coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Netha
The price is ₩179,642
₩201,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a stone facade.

15. Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (554 reviews)
"Staff was so friendly and helpful, Faciilitirs were clean and well maintained. Breakfast was delicious. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
PAT
The price is ₩196,923
₩221,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

16. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel

Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
2.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (94 reviews)
"Have to drive through a neighborhood to get to the entrance,not off a main road."
United States
Gilbert
The price is ₩203,768
₩229,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped garden.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
4.1 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (884 reviews)
"The perfect spot for our weekend National Park trip! Had everything our family needed."
United States
Amanda
The price is ₩172,810
₩194,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
A curved swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete deck and palm trees.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"Very clean, breakfast was awesome, staff was friendly."
United States
Amanda
The price is ₩146,888
₩165,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad
A gas station with a canopy, stone pillars, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Carlsbad Inn New Mexico

Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
2.0 star property
3.3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (293 reviews)
"Everything was as good as home except for my bed. I would like to have had a more comfortable bed so my body would have been more relaxed."
United States
Patrick
The price is ₩112,527
₩126,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
A reception desk with a purple counter, a computer, and a telephone.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (730 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff. Breakfast was limited but was ok. Great place if you are needing an affordable overnight stop."
United States
Terry
The price is ₩159,414
₩179,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A two-story building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a flag.
Fiddler's Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
702 reviews
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Property amenity
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
296 reviews
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A spacious dining area with high ceilings, stone walls, and a chandelier. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.
Stevens Inn
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
185 reviews
View
Lobby sitting area
Post Time Inn
2.5 star property
7.8
Good
703 reviews
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A spacious lobby with blue seating, a kitchen area, and a dining section.
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
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Top Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent
"the city is great just plan rental as CIty is limited with rentals and these arrangements must be made ahead and no ubers available"
ruth 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

Other attractions near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park

9.0/10 (86 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who call Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park home during your travels in Carlsbad? Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area?
Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area is located in a walkable area of Carlsbad that travelers like for its parks and mountain views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 23 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area?
Fiddler's Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and private patios. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area. Another good choice is Post Time Inn, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
How many hotels are there near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area?
Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area?
To find more details about updating your stay near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area?
Create some family memories at Carlsbad Water Park and Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park. Explore nature at Pecos River Flume and Lamont Street Park. Lake Carlsbad Golf Course, Riverwalk Recreation Center, and Carlsbad Museum & Art Center are a few additional nearby sights.