Los Alamos

 

There are curiously few hotels/motels in town, given the number of travelers mainly professional who pass through the area. The following list is complete as of December 2005, and is presented without recommendations; all are adequate, none outstanding. There are also several bed and breakfasts in Los Alamos and one or two in White Rock. All phone numbers are area code 505.

Ashley Hotel and Suites

formerly quality inn and suites, 2201 trinity drive, 662-7211

Los Alamos Lodge

2201 trinity drive, 662-3200

A caution: accommodations can be hard to find during the second week of October, when Albuquerque, 90 miles away, hosts the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. If you're visiting at that time and planning to stay in a hotel or B&B, reserve well in advance.

camping

Primitive camping in the nearby Santa Fe National Forest is convenient. The forest is big, the people are few, and the campsites are great. Explore back on the dirt roads until you find a fire ring. Seasonal closures due to fire hazard are common see under "Stay safe". Call 505 667-5120 for information on current closures/restrictions. Horses are welcome.

An undeveloped campground at Camp May, above the Pajarito Ski Area, is open for overnight camping except during winter when the access road is blocked by deep snow. (http://www.losalamosnm.us...){DEDD672A-8CF7-4ACF-A73F-580076F9B67C}&DE={AE4FCF6E-F768-4E9A-8993-8563DE1E05A9} Horses are welcome here and at the transient pens at the County Rodeo Ground on North Mesa. At both locations, permits are required for any overnight use.

Developed campgrounds are available at Bandelier National Monument. Juniper Campground caters to families/small parties while Ponderosa Campground is reserved for large groups by reservation. See the Bandelier WikiTravel page for more information.

A tiny RV park is located at East Gate on NM 502 just east of town and the municipal airport; perched on the tip of a mesa, this RV park has stunning views. A large RV park is located 20 minutes away, on US 84/285 in Pojoaque; opened in 2007, this RV park has hookups and is within easy walking distance of several restaurants.