Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area, Carlsbad | Expedia.ca [Carlsbad Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad.dx6054977)[Vacation Rentals in Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad-Vacation-Rentals.d6054977.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlsbad.d6054977.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Carlsbad](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Carlsbad.d6054977.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-Carlsbad-Recreation-Area.d553248621532643171.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Carlsbad-Recreation-Area-Carlsbad.d553248621532643171.Vacation-Attraction) ![Peaceful Riverwalk Footpath with tall leafless trees and resting birds along Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA, winter southwestern nature landscape](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643171/bf3b808a-0186-4685-923d-1e442946b715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643171/bf3b808a-0186-4685-923d-1e442946b715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Jan 31 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Feb 1 - Feb 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621532643171&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Top Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area Hotel Reviews ## Hotels near other Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area attractions ### Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park 4.5/5 (36 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532643161) ### Lamont Street Park 3.9/5 (13 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621561000408) ### Carlsbad Water Park 4.7/5 (9 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635976436906) ### Lake Carlsbad Golf Course 4.0/5 (18 reviews) Enjoy a round of golf in Carlsbad at Lake Carlsbad Golf Course. Discover the desert landscape and mountain views in this walkable area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532643173) ### Riverwalk Recreation Center 4.2/5 (65 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6218007) ### Carlsbad Museum & Art Center 4.6/5 (61 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532643169) ### Pecos River Flume Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pecos River Flume during your travels in Carlsbad. Discover the area's desert landscape and mountain views. 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