Mid-Range Travel Guide: Las Cruces

Accommodation

$80-160 per night

Mid-range chain hotels, boutique inns, and well-rated motels in central locations

Food & Dining

$35-70 per day

Mix of local sit-down restaurants, casual dining chains, and some upscale Mexican cuisine

Transportation

$25-60 per day

Rental car for day trips, rideshares, and some public transport

Activities

$30-80 per day

Guided tours to nearby attractions, museum entries, wine tastings, and outdoor adventure activities

Eat at local Mexican restaurants away from tourist areas for typically 40-60% savings compared to hotel dining

Use the public bus system instead of rideshares for 70-80% savings on transportation costs

Visit free hiking areas like Organ Mountains instead of paid tours for outdoor activities

Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance for typically 20-35% lower rates

Shop at local grocery stores and prepare some meals yourself to cut food costs by 50-70%

Take advantage of free museum days and community events rather than paid entertainment

Stay slightly outside the city center for accommodation savings of 30-50% while still having easy access

Relying solely on rideshares and taxis instead of public transport, which typically costs 4-5 times more

Eating only at hotels and tourist-focused restaurants, which generally charge 100-150% more than local establishments

Booking last-minute accommodation during peak seasons, resulting in 50-100% higher rates than advance bookings