Cloudcroft Hostel

High Rolls, NM

The Vibe:

Perched high in the enchanted hills of southern New Mexico, Cloudcroft Hostel is a rustic-chic retreat for trail chasers, national park nerds, and hammock dwellers alike. Surrounded (literally) by hiking trails and just a short drive from White Sands National Park, this place is equal parts basecamp and bliss-out zone. It’s clean. It’s affordable. And yeah, it’s crazy cozy.

What Makes It Different:
This isn’t just a place to sleep, it’s a launchpad for adventure.

🏞️ Steps from hiking, biking, and the Cloud-Climbing Trestle Trail

🔥 Fire pit hangs + mountain stargazing

🏡 Cabin-style dorms + private rooms with woodsy vibes

🌌 Insane sunsets + even better sunrises

🚗 Quick drive to White Sands (hello, bucket list)

Why Travelers Book Here:
Because it’s the kind of place that makes you forget about your inbox. And your shoes. Whether you're road tripping through the Southwest or seeking stillness in the forest, Cloudcroft Hostel delivers small-town magic and big sky dreams.

You’ll love this hostel if:

Two wooden Adirondack chairs on a grassy patch around a stone firepit with a burning fire and smoke rising.

You want to see the stars at night

You want to explore White Sands and sled down the dunes

You’re looking for relaxed and cozy moments

Unique and colorful spaces are your jam

Hostel Policies

    • Check-in: 3:00 PM

    • Check-out: 11:00 AM

    If arriving later than 9:00 PM, please contact us by phone or email.

    Property manager will send check-in instructions via email, the night before arrival

  • Private Rooms: Reservation is for 1–3 people. Two different rooms available.

    Family/Group Room: Reservation is for 1–4 people.

    Dorm Rooms: Reservation is per person/bed. Additional guests must book separately.

    • Please confirm whether you booked a male or female dorm. If a male books a female dorm, we cannot guarantee your reservation.

    Private Dorm Room: Sleeps up to 8 people. No discount for fewer guests.

    Entire Hostel: Sleeps up to 24 people. No discount for smaller groups.

    • Additional guests beyond 24 will incur extra charges. Please email management to make arrangements.

    We do not have regular front desk hours. Please call ahead or book online.

    Common areas are closed for cleaning from 11am-2pm

    No curfew.

    Dog friendly (private rooms only, $15 per dog/night, see dog rules below)
    PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE TRAVELLING WITH A DOG

    Child friendly.

    Non smoking.

    • All reservations must be paid in full via credit card at time of booking.

    • The credit card holder and the guest must be the same person.

    • Whole hostel and group bookings:

      • 50% due at time of reservation

      • Remaining balance due 30 days before stay

    • Please contact us to arrange this option

  • Cancellation policy: 48 hours before arrival. No-show: first night paid in full, Guests must provide a valid phone number and email address upon making a reservation.

  • Onsite parking available.

 

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