Accommodation

Accommodation in Socorro

We have blocked rooms for the period 7 - 13 April, 2013 at the following hotels in Socorro.  Please reserve by 24 March, 2013 to receive the reduced rates below.  When reserving, please dial the facility directly using the numbers provided below - if you dial the chain's 1-800 number they will not be aware of special rates.

  • Best Western: 575-838-0556
    • 1 king bed - single occupancy: $77 + tax
    • 2 queen beds - double occupancy: $87 + tax
    • 1 queen bed - handicap accessible; single occupancy:: $77 + tax
    • each additional person/room: $10 + tax
    • continental breakfast included

  • Comfort Inn: 575-838-4400
    • 1 king bed - single occupancy: $77 + tax
    • continental breakfast included

  • Holiday Inn Express: 575-835-4600
    • 1 king bed: $82 + tax
    • 2 Queen beds - double occupancy: $82 + tax
    • continental breakfast included

 

Another option is the NRAO guesthouse.  To book, please use our online reservation form.

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