Best Cabin Camping near Salem, NM

Cabins at Las Cruces KOA and Faywood Hot Springs offer rustic to comfortable accommodations near Salem, New Mexico. The Las Cruces KOA features camping cabins with heating that warms up quickly on cold nights. These units include beds, electricity, and varying levels of amenities depending on the cabin number. Faywood Hot Springs provides cabin rentals with access to natural mineral water soaking pools. Both locations offer clean facilities with bathrooms and showers located near the cabin areas. "We stayed in the tent Cabin 2 and loved every minute of it. It was cold and it heated up quickly. Everything we needed for a nice stay and the bed was comfy," wrote one visitor about their KOA experience.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Las Cruces KOA camping cabins are numbered 1-4, with cabins 3 and 4 noted as "nicer" and positioned farther from the road for added privacy. Riverbend Hot Springs offers more upscale cabin accommodations with private yards and soaking pools in some units. Most cabin rentals in the area are pet-friendly, though policies vary by location. According to one visitor, "Camping cabins are a treat after a month of car camping," highlighting the appeal of these more substantial shelters compared to tent camping.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cabin units typically lack kitchen facilities, though many campgrounds offer community kitchen areas or outdoor grills for meal preparation. Faywood Hot Springs and Las Cruces KOA maintain small camp stores selling essentials and firewood. The KOA features a community kitchen, while several hot springs locations provide shared cooking areas for cabin guests. Visitors staying at cabins near hot springs receive 24-hour access to soaking pools, adding significant value to their stay. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during weekends and peak travel seasons.

Best Cabin Sites Near Salem, New Mexico (6)

    1. Las Cruces KOA

    57 Reviews
    Mesilla, NM
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 526-6555

    "We stayed in the tent Cabin 2 and loved every minute of it. It was cold and it heated up quickly. Everything we needed for a nice stay and the bed was comfy."

    "Loved the camping cabin as a treat after a month of car camping. Hot showers, community kitchen, laundry, dog run. I also staying in one of the tent sites which was available despite the cold."

    2. Lakeview RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Caballo, NM
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 743-2242

    $18 / night

    3. Riverbend Hot Springs

    7 Reviews
    Elephant Butte, NM
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 894-7625

    "They only have 5 RV spots, and they are COMPETITIVELY booked. Each time we've stayed we have been lucky enough to get cancelation bookings. Each site is big rig friendly, with easy back-in parking."

    "Situated right on the river with awesome hot springs! There multiple pools to chose from and for privacy. They have running water and showers too."

    4. Hot Springs Glamp Camp

    6 Reviews
    Elephant Butte, NM
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 740-6775

    $50 - $75 / night

    "It is only a short walk to Main Street but it is very quiet at night. Highlight: It includes access to incredible mineral water baths built out of kitschy farm troughs!"

    "It’s tucked away and such a cozy and slow place to stay. We stayed in a campsite for 5 nights. Highly recommend more than one day so you can enjoy the springs and the town!"

    5. Faywood Hot Springs

    6 Reviews
    Faywood, NM
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 342-8181

    $27 - $200 / night

    "For only $21 (the typical price of most regular vault toilet and picnic table camp sites), you get heaven on earth."

    "About 30-45 minutes out of las cruces nm,beautiful desert setting, rv sites, cabins, camp store, several hot springs, some are clothing optional, some family friendly, very remote no cell service but beautiful"

    6. Hidden Valley Ranch RV Resort

    1 Review
    Deming, NM
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (575) 546-3071

    "Large rec room with full kitchen, satellite tv, pool table, and pop/candy/ice cream for sale. Laundry and hot showers. Very friendly and a majority of sites are long time full timers."

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  • Susan F.
    Dec. 23, 2021

    Las Cruces KOA

    Fantastic scenic spot

    Fantastic views, friendly staff. Clean digs. Some improvements maybe for the camp kitchen. We stayed in the tent Cabin 2 and loved every minute of it. It was cold and it heated up quickly. Everything we needed for a nice stay and the bed was comfy.

  • cal K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2023

    Las Cruces KOA

    Really nice KOA

    This place was well kept. Loved the camping cabin as a treat after a month of car camping. Hot showers, community kitchen, laundry, dog run. I also staying in one of the tent sites which was available despite the cold. Camping cabins are 1-4 and 3 and 4 are nicer just farther off the road.

  • Christina H.
    May. 11, 2025

    Riverbend Hot Springs

    Amazing, unique experience

    These hot springs are FANTASTIC! This was our 2nd time here and we will make an effort to come back anytime we pass through the area.

    They only have 5 RV spots, and they are COMPETITIVELY booked. Each time we've stayed we have been lucky enough to get cancelation bookings. Each site is big rig friendly, with easy back-in parking. We were in site 4 and had no trouble parking our 37ft 5th wheel with long truck (55ft total). Each site is full hookups with cable and free high speed wifi, and a picnic table. Current rates are 75/night for week days and 95/night for weekends. RV stays include access to the public pools and areas (during operating hours) from the time of your check in to your check out time the next morning. You can't beat that value!! Site includes 2 adults and you can add more for 30/person per night. I recommend going during the week so you basically have the place to yourself. RVs only, no vans, tents, or truck/car camping.

    They also have a nice RV for rent, or they have casitas/hotel rooms that look gorgeous and some even have their own private yards with soaking pools. You can even rent a private soaking pool easily online or at the front desk. All the pools are beautiful and clean and every part of the hot springs property is perfectly manicured and so relaxing. They have a cute common area with coffee and tea, and a shared cooking area. You can rent towels and robes, and they have a small gift shop. These hot springs do not feel touristy, but instead quaint and relaxing. The cost is very reasonable and you can tell they put a lot of heart and soul into the grounds.

    The views are to die for. The soaking pools overlook the rio grande river with mountains in the background. I have never been to a hot springs better than this one, and you can park your RV right across the street! Perfection.

  • Candy P.
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Las Cruces KOA

    Great New Mexico Stop

    We stopped on either end of our trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. It was a great midway point from home. We stayed in a patio site. The site was spacious and level. A fire pit with chairs, a propane grill, and table with 4 chairs was provided. The kids enjoyed cornhole, basketball, tetherball, and the playground. The store was well stocked. I only wish more local products were sold. Many of the items that appeared to be made by Native Americans were actually imported from overseas. We also wish the community room had board games or movies to check out. The coffee and pastries was a great touch! We will definitely be back to explore the area more. Employees were friendly and kind. A great place to stay!

  • M
    Oct. 5, 2020

    Faywood Hot Springs

    Best. Place. Ever.

    I was worried that this place wasn’t open due to the fact there were only two reviews and it had been a while since a review. I can happily share that they are open and thriving. I was driving from Gila Cliff Dwellings towards White Sands NP and needed a place to camp. I passed some dispersed camping along the way, but most of the cultivated sites were closed, I’m guessing due to COVID as New Mexico has really cracked down on their camping and I ran into lots of sites that were either closed or only open to residents. Anyway, this place was a STEAL. For only $21 (the typical price of most regular vault toilet and picnic table camp sites), you get heaven on earth. You wouldn’t expect it driving in from either direction, but the sites themselves are extremely shaded and surrounded by trees and as private as possible given the close proximity to neighbors. I stayed at site #47 and even though I was right next to the pools and bathhouse, I couldn’t be seen at all from those places. There’s a potable water tap at EACH campsite, free showers, unlimited 24/7 access to hot springs (clothing required & clothing optional pools), a clubhouse to wash dishes or cook or simply hang out inside in a comfortable chair to read or play games at a table), several bathrooms, phone service (and I didn’t have any driving in or out), peacocks and other wildlife to admire, friendly staff, firewood for sale, labyrinth maze, short scenic trails to watch the sunset and rise, inside facilities, amazing cabins (cheapest one is only $60 and comes with an hour long soak in a private pool which is otherwise $28 for one hour), etc. I could go on and on about this place. The best $21 I have ever spent to spend the night anywhere in my entire life and I am always camping and traveling. A literal oasis. I soaked from 7pm-11pm and had the pools to myself several times on a Sunday evening. Everyone was respectful and there was no sense of party / loud groups as so common is seen at hot springs. Alcohol allowed.

  • Jayne  W.
    Jun. 13, 2018

    Faywood Hot Springs

    Beautiful desert location

    About 30-45 minutes out of las cruces nm,beautiful desert setting, rv sites, cabins, camp store, several hot springs, some are clothing optional, some family friendly, very remote no cell service but beautiful area, not far from city of rocks state park

  • Alireza
    Oct. 18, 2022

    Hot Springs Glamp Camp

    Wonderful hidden gem! 🌴🛀🌵

    This is a cool & nicely maintained RV/campsite with a few permanent vintage trailers & a yurt. It is only a short walk to Main Street but it is very quiet at night. Highlight: It includes access to incredible mineral water baths built out of kitschy farm troughs!

    The sites are separated by corrugated walls, so there is a nice amount of privacy while still having a cozy, vintage, community feel. The bathrooms are very nicely maintained and clean, and there is an awesome shared space with a fire pit. We planned to come for one night and stayed five! Can’t recommend it enough. Did I mention the mineral baths?!

  • i
    Jun. 9, 2022

    Las Cruces KOA

    Best KOA so far

    Very good looking park. Grounds are nice and seem well maintained. Features a good looking basketball court, dog run area, child run area, and picnic area. Couldn't use the pool because it closes at 7pm - LAME!

    Bathroom was old feeling, cramped, and a bit smelly. I had two silverfish in the shower with me that I didn't invite.

    My site was one with no sewer hookup and I appreciate that cheaper option. Site had a picnic table and fire ring.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2018

    Las Cruces KOA

    Views for days and soft tent sites

    After about 308 miles on the road today we were tired. The desolate stretches of highway between Tucson and Las Cruces had paid their toll and we were very happy to at last see the Las Cruces KOA Campground sign.  

    We had called in advance and were insured that tent camping was not yet full and we could come and make ourselves at home. Unknowing if we would make it before the office closed between 6:00 and 6:30 we were delighted to see the friendly face of Anne when we arrived. 

    She assisted us with not only a great campsite but also providing a map with items potentially of interest and some knowledge about our next days activity. 

    Our campsite was near the bathrooms and on a grassy area with plenty of shade. We were provided with a grill station and picnic table as well as water at the site and parking just in front along the slight fence line. 

    The campground facilities provided a half basketball court and play area as well as a gazebo for looking at the views during sunset. Those views were amazing overlooking the city and into the mountains as the night fell from the distance.

    We found an outdoor grill area upon arrival which offered a little more relief from winds than our campsite itself so were able to use our camp stove there and also have a nice area to sit and eat peacefully.

    There was a pool and it looked very inviting, however it was not open until mid month, a sad negative to us upon arrival. 

    I did take notice for those rv camping they also provided full hook ups and cable. To all campers wifi was available as well.

    🐰🐰🐰🐰🐰

    Overall this campground gets 5 of 5 Bunnies. The security of code locked facilities as well as comfortable facilities made for a pleasant experience in Las Cruces as a pass through city on our venture.


Guide to Salem

Camping cabins near Salem, New Mexico offer mineral hot springs access in the high desert landscape at elevations ranging from 4,200 to 5,000 feet. The region experiences typical desert temperature fluctuations with summer days reaching 95°F and winter nights dropping below freezing. Cabin accommodations vary from basic shelters to fully-equipped units with private hot spring access, providing protection from both scorching sun and cold desert nights.

What to do

Explore City of Rocks State Park: Located about 30 miles from Faywood Hot Springs, this unique volcanic rock formation offers short scenic trails for watching desert sunsets and sunrises. "I was driving from Gila Cliff Dwellings towards White Sands NP and needed a place to camp... Faywood has a labyrinth maze, short scenic trails to watch the sunset and rise," notes Meghan D. at Faywood Hot Springs.

Visit historic La Mesilla: This preserved historic district near Las Cruces offers traditional New Mexican architecture, local restaurants, and artisan shops. "Took a short drive to La Mesilla and the farmers market in Las Cruces—definitely recommend both. White Sands is also not too far if you're up for a day trip," suggests driving D. at Las Cruces KOA.

Boat at Caballo Lake: The reservoir offers fishing and boating opportunities within a short drive of several cabin accommodations. "This is a nice place overlooking Caballo Lake there are only four transient spaces," reports Mary L. about Lakeview RV Park, which offers both drive-in and boat-in access to their cabin accommodations.

What campers like

24-hour hot spring access: Overnight guests at several resorts receive unlimited soaking privileges included with their stay. "We got there at 9pm and there were three other people there which were hard to spot as the place is fairly large. There are multiple pools with differing temperatures. Everything was quiet and beautifully lit," describes Laura M. at Hot Springs Glamp Camp.

Desert stargazing: The remote desert location offers exceptional night sky viewing, especially from private hot tubs. "DEFINITELY recommend booking a private hot spring tub after dark. The stars are INCREDIBLE. Tubs are the perfect temperature. Overnight guests have access to a 24 hour pool," recommends Kelsey G. about Faywood Hot Springs.

Mountain views: Several cabin locations feature dramatic desert mountain panoramas. "The place is beautiful and well maintained. Lots of views that everyone can enjoy. A stunning mountain range view that make sunrises and sets a treat," notes Brittany F. about Las Cruces KOA's setting.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most cabin accommodations require advance booking, especially at hot springs locations with limited units. "They only have 5 RV spots, and they are COMPETITIVELY booked. Each time we've stayed we have been lucky enough to get cancelation bookings," warns Christina H. about Riverbend Hot Springs.

Clothing optional sections: Some hot springs resorts separate family-friendly and adults-only soaking areas. "They have clothes optional and required areas. The showers are clean. The bathrooms are clean. They have a good camp store. We spent 5 nights here and loved it," mentions Robert H. about Faywood Hot Springs.

Limited cell service: Remote cabin locations may lack reliable connectivity. "We stayed on the C/O side of the park. It was pretty nice though if you wanted to walk around or go to the c/o hot tub, you had to get dressed. The staff was helpful, the neighbors nice and not a lot of gaskets," shares Semi H. about their stay at Faywood Hot Springs.

Tips for camping with families

Community kitchen access: Many cabin sites provide shared cooking facilities. "The open air kitchen it offered was top notch and a nice break from cooking on our propane stove," says Taylor about their Las Cruces KOA experience.

Recreation amenities: Some locations offer family-friendly activities beyond soaking. "The kids enjoyed cornhole, basketball, tetherball, and the playground. The store was well stocked," reports Candy P. at Las Cruces KOA.

Dog-friendly options: Most cabin accommodations welcome pets with specific guidelines. "It has lovely clean hot spring tubs that are open 24/7. It's an intimate camp so we rarely had to wait for a tub. Also has clean bathrooms and showers and a grill. 2 blocks away from Main Street and 2 blocks from the Rio grande," describes Ashlee G. about Hot Springs Glamp Camp.

Tips from RVers

Pull-through site selection: Certain cabins and RV sites offer easier access for larger vehicles. "We were in site 4 and had no trouble parking our 37ft 5th wheel with long truck (55ft total). Each site is full hookups with cable and free high speed wifi, and a picnic table," notes Christina H. about Riverbend Hot Springs.

Wintertime stays: Cabin accommodations provide comfortable overnight options during colder months. "A nice simple CG busy even through the winter season and the views!!! Will return," comments Art Of T. about Lakeview RV Park.

Cash payment preferences: Some smaller properties have limited payment options. "2-night minimum, at the end of a maintained gravel road. I have a camper van, no hookups, and paid $48 for two nights... Cash or check only, no credit cards," advises john about Hidden Valley Ranch RV Resort.

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