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A house with a red door, an American flag, and a sign for 'Fiddler's Inn Office'.

A hot tub with a built-in heater, surrounded by a wooden deck.

A two-story building with a red door and a signboard for 'Soodler's Inn Bed and Breakfast' established in 1912.

A cozy room with a bed, a wooden chest, and a fireplace.

1. Fiddler's Inn

0.7 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Emily

NT$4,559

NT$5,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A hotel reception area with a 'Hello' sign, a counter, and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table.

A modern conference room with a long table, blue chairs, and a patterned carpet.

2. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

2.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Melissa

NT$5,129

NT$5,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, stone walls, and a chandelier. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A building with a covered entrance, brick columns, and a circular structure with a red-tiled roof.

3. Stevens Inn

3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Dennis

NT$3,527

NT$3,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

4. Post Time Inn

1.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Myles

NT$3,154

NT$3,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with blue seating, a kitchen area, and a dining section.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a wall-mounted TV.

A Comfort Suites hotel with a prominent blue sign, a brick facade, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining areas, including booths and tables. There are ceiling lights and large windows providing natural light.

5. Comfort Suites Carlsbad

4.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Gary

NT$4,418

NT$4,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating.

A modern office space with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a covered entrance.

6. Hyatt House Carlsbad

6.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Birdena

NT$4,037

NT$4,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, red and yellow chairs, and tables.

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, a yogurt and milk dispenser, and a variety of food items displayed on shelves.

A modern hotel with a prominent "HOME 2" sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a sign indicating 'Hilton Honors', a 'really cold' sign above a refrigerator, and a 'home' sign above a minibar.

7. Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

5.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Alexis

NT$4,156

NT$4,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

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.

A foosball table with a black table and white and black player figures.

A building with a sign reading "Welcome to Longhorn Flats."

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a small kitchenette area.

8. Longhorn Flats

18.9 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Jesus

NT$3,071

NT$3,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a 'NOW OPEN' sign, multiple entry points, and a clear sky.

A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, chairs, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

3.7 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Terry

NT$4,156

NT$4,671 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a sign indicating the entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

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

A reception area with a desk, chairs, and a reception counter.

A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

6.8 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Mayra

NT$3,414

NT$3,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Sleep Inns & Suites', and a parking lot.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television screen.

A reception area with a reception desk, two blue chairs, a potted plant, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a wall with framed pictures.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

6 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Roscoe

NT$3,359

NT$3,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A vending area with two refrigerated machines and a snack display.

A MainStay Suites hotel building with a modern design, multiple floors, and a parking area with a white pickup truck.

A row of stacked front-loading washing machines with control panels, a guest laundry sign, and a white table.

12. MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

5.6 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Denver

NT$3,764

NT$4,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A breakfast corner with a Baymont sign, a coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A sign for 'Living Desert Zoo & Gardens' with a silhouette of a deer and cacti in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

A water slide at a water park with a person sliding down.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

5.8 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Donabel

NT$3,366

NT$3,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a long bar, seating area, and a large window.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and orange cushions, a glass wall, and a view of the sky.

14. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel

4.2 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Gilbert

NT$4,846

NT$5,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A covered equestrian arena with wooden railings and a sandy floor.

A small hotel room with a bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, and a fire extinguisher.

A Karbani Inn sign with silhouettes of people against a sunset.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a potted orchid.

15. Karbani Inn

8.9 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Theodore

NT$2,586

NT$2,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped garden.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a bed with white bedding, a desk with a lamp, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with a television, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a lamp.

A lobby with a fireplace, two green armchairs, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

4.1 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Karla

NT$6,021

NT$6,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A Holiday Inn Express building with a beige facade, large columns, and a clear sky.

A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.

An indoor swimming pool with two lanes, marked depth lines, and a lifeguard chair.

A reception desk with two computer monitors, a printer, and two chairs.

17. Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

3.3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

PAT

NT$5,257

NT$5,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A room with a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, a leather sofa, and a large window with a view of the outside.

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

A building with a sign reading "Carl's Bad Inn" and a year marker "2019" on the entrance.

An outdoor swimming pool area with a sunset view, surrounded by trees and a covered patio with seating.

18. Carlsbad Inn New Mexico

3.3 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Rossella

NT$2,726

NT$3,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A curved swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete deck and palm trees.

A buffet counter with various food and drink options, including a coffee station with multiple coffee makers and a fruit juice dispenser.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a television.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent green sign on the top, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad

6.4 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Sergio

NT$3,685

NT$4,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a sign for Motel 6, and a fenced perimeter.

A reception area with a glass door leading outside, a poster of a road with 'GOIN' 6' and 'national parks' text, a water bottle, and a coffee maker on a counter.

A room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a computer, and a chair. There are two motivational posters on the wall.

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM

6.1 km from Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Ralph

NT$2,408

NT$2,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fiddler's Inn	9.6 Exceptional 685 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad	9.2 Wonderful 290 reviews	View
Stevens Inn	8.0 Very Good 99 reviews	View
Post Time Inn	7.8 Good 690 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Carlsbad	9.4 Exceptional 1,026 reviews	View

Top Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Overall nice. Was assigned a different room than I booked but they happily made it right"

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

Hyatt House Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Clean well maintained hotel looked almost brand new! Congratulations to housekeeping and maintenance! Great location for Carlsbad Caverns visits."

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great. Beds are comfortable. All amenities were prfect"

Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

10/10 Excellent

"It was very clean and a great value."

Stevens Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great! We will stay again soon."

Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM

8/10 Good

"Great air conditioning. Squeaky bed. Hair that looks permanently sealed in the tub..."

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and maintained. The staff were friendly. I would stay again."

Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

10/10 Excellent

"Clean quiet stay there. Room was clean"

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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Lamont Street Park

8.0/10 (17 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lamont Street Park, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.

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Carlsbad Water Park

8.6/10 (25 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Carlsbad Water Park as part of your trip to Carlsbad. Discover the area's desert landscape and seek out the hiking trails.

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Lake Carlsbad Golf Course

8.2/10 (39 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Carlsbad at Lake Carlsbad Golf Course. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.

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Riverwalk Recreation Center

8.6/10 (93 reviews)

Riverwalk Recreation Center is just one of the places to see in Carlsbad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.

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Carlsbad Museum & Art Center

9.0/10 (121 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Carlsbad Museum & Art Center in Carlsbad. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.

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Eddy House

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Carlsbad with a trip to Eddy House. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views.

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Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center

Enjoy an outing to Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center during your stay in Carlsbad. Amble around the area's parks, or seek out its hiking trails.

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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 22 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 22 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.

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Our top choices for Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area hotels

1. Fiddler's Inn

2. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

3. Stevens Inn

4. Post Time Inn

5. Comfort Suites Carlsbad

6. Hyatt House Carlsbad

7. Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

8. Longhorn Flats

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

10. Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

12. MainStay Suites Carlsbad South

13. Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

14. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel

15. Karbani Inn

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

17. Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

18. Carlsbad Inn New Mexico

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM

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Top Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Hyatt House Carlsbad

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

Stevens Inn

Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

Sleep Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

Other attractions near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park

Lamont Street Park

Carlsbad Water Park

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course

Riverwalk Recreation Center

Carlsbad Museum & Art Center

Eddy House

Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center

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