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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, (1,009 reviews)
"The staff was great the atmosphere was fantastic made us feel very welcome the breakfast was amazing"
United States
Audrey
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
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, (556 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 €152
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 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 €120
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 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, (977 reviews)
"Great stay great price"
United States
Cheryl
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hyatt House Carlsbad
A two-story building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a flag.

5. 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, (708 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 €217
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Fiddler's Inn
A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a sign indicating the entrance, and a parking lot with several cars.

6. 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 €109
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Carlsbad Caverns Area
Property amenity

7. 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, (297 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay. Very clean. Breakfast was good. Location perfect"
United States
Eileen
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
A hotel lobby with multiple dining tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

8. 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, (753 reviews)
"Room was great, bed very good, pool and hot tub access was great, breakfast OK"
United States
Randolph
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Carlsbad
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, stone walls, and a chandelier. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

9. Stevens Inn

Stevens Inn
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay. well lit, safe surroundings, nice staff"
United States
Harley
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stevens Inn
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, (1,003 reviews)
"great location for the caves"
United States
Philip
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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, (494 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 €113
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
MainStay Suites Carlsbad South
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

12. 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, (95 reviews)
"Have to drive through a neighborhood to get to the entrance,not off a main road."
United States
Gilbert
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Best Western Plus Executive Residency Carlsbad Hotel
A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, parking area, and landscaped garden.

13. 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, (886 reviews)
"No issues!"
United States
Jeff
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Carlsbad
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, (331 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Netha
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Carlsbad NM
A covered equestrian arena with wooden railings and a sandy floor.

15. Karbani Inn

Karbani Inn
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (353 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Pennie
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Karbani Inn
A gas station with a canopy, stone pillars, and a well-lit entrance.

16. 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 €84
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Carlsbad Inn New Mexico
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, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean, breakfast was awesome, staff was friendly."
United States
Amanda
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad
Lobby sitting area

18. 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, (707 reviews)
"Clean room. Nice staff."
United States
Harold
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Post Time Inn
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

19. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room and very nice staff"
United States
Liliana
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel 6 Carlsbad, NM
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area

Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area
2.0 star property
8.6 km from Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (391 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Linda
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Econo Lodge Carlsbad Caverns Area
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Compare popular hotels close to Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with blue seating, a kitchen area, and a dining section.
Comfort Suites Carlsbad
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,009 reviews
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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
8.6
Excellent
556 reviews
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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
7.4
Good
730 reviews
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An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating.
Hyatt House Carlsbad
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
977 reviews
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A two-story building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a flag.
Fiddler's Inn
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
708 reviews
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Top Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park Hotel Reviews

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

Comfort Suites Carlsbad

10/10 Excellent
"The overall experience was very good. The staff was accomodating, the room was clean, the amenities were good. The breakfast was standard for a hotel. It was a bit pricey, but given the area, it is understandable. I would probably stay there again"
Barbara 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Comfort Suites Carlsbad

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.