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Our top choices for Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park hotels

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

1. Comfort Suites Carlsbad

Comfort Suites Carlsbad
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$196
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a stone facade.

2. Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$235
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG
A reception desk with a purple counter, a computer, and a telephone.

3. Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
2.0 star property
2 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$191
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating.

4. Hyatt House Carlsbad

Hyatt House Carlsbad
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (974 reviews)
"Great stay great price"
United States
Cheryl
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hyatt House Carlsbad
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, red and yellow chairs, and tables.

5. Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean, friendly."
United States
David
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico
A two-story building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a flag.

6. Fiddler's Inn

Fiddler's Inn
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$330
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Fiddler's Inn
A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a sign indicating the entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area

Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
2.5 star property
9.2 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the breakfast was great."
United States
Christopher
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
Property amenity

8. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$243
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
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
7.4 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$189
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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
8.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"great location for the caves"
United States
Philip
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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
8.4 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$182
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a mirror with lights.

12. Stevens Inn

Stevens Inn
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (185 reviews)
"Good Location for visiting Carlsbad Caverns."
United States
Claudia Elisabeth
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stevens Inn
A covered equestrian arena with wooden railings and a sandy floor.

13. Karbani Inn

Karbani Inn
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (352 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Pennie
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Karbani Inn
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
8.6 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Netha
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

15. Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel

Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$244
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped garden.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
3.0 star property
7.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$207
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
A curved swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a concrete deck and palm trees.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad
3.0 star property
9 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"Very clean, breakfast was awesome, staff was friendly."
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad
A gas station with a canopy, stone pillars, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Carlsbad Inn New Mexico

Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
2.0 star property
7.1 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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 AU$134
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
Lobby sitting area

19. Post Time Inn

Post Time Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (703 reviews)
"Clean room. Nice staff."
United States
Harold
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Post Time Inn
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

20. Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM

Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM
2.0 star property
8.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and very nice staff"
United States
Liliana
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM
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Compare top hotels near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park

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

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

2.5 star property
1.7 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a stone facade.

Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG

2.5 star property
2.5 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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A reception desk with a purple counter, a computer, and a telephone.

Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM

2.0 star property
2 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating.

Hyatt House Carlsbad

3.5 star property
8.9 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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An outdoor patio with a fire pit, red and yellow chairs, and tables.

Home2 suites by Hilton, Carlsbad, New Mexico

3.0 star property
8.5 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
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9.4
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
8.6
Excellent
554 reviews
7.4
Good
730 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
974 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
364 reviews
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
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  • No Pet-friendly
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  • No Pet-friendly
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  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
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  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park Hotel Reviews

Fiddler's Inn

Fiddler's Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay if you want a cozy spot with a great breakfast option"
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Fiddler's Inn

Other attractions near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park

Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area

9.0/10 (133 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?
Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park is located in a budget-friendly area of Carlsbad that travellers like for its mountain views and zoo. You'll find 68 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?
Comfort Suites Carlsbad is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park. Other good choices within 5 miles include Travelodge by Wyndham Carlsbad NM and Holiday Inn Express Carlsbad by IHG.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?
Expedia has 68 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park.
What can I see and do near Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area and Lamont Street Park. Create some family memories at Carlsbad Museum & Art Center and Carlsbad Water Park. Riverwalk Recreation Center and Eddy House are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.