Hobbs, New Mexico travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Hobbs is a city of 39,000 people (2019) in Southeast New Mexico.

1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 3 places to stay

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Best things about Hobbs

Western Heritage Museum & Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame

Zia Park Casino, Hotel, and Racetrack

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Summer highs reach about 92°F; winter lows dip to about 34°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Sep and Jul. (climate data from nearby Carlsbad Caverns National Park)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
HOB Lea County Regional Airport, Hobbs — 5 mi away. Directions
CNM Cavern City Air Terminal, Carlsbad — 70 mi away. Directions
ELP El Paso International Airport, El Paso — 199 mi away (major hub). Directions

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Western Heritage Museum & Lea County Cowboy Hall of Fame
Lunch Pacific Rim
Afternoon Zia Park Casino, Hotel, and Racetrack

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder