Artesia, New Mexico Hotels

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Artesia is a city in Eddy County, New Mexico, centered at the intersection of U.S. Route 82 and 285; the two highways serve as the city's Main Street and First Street, respectively. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 10,692. The Pecos River is about three miles east of Artesia.

Artesia is a vibrant, activity-filled city, one that enables its residents to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. The mild southwest setting offers year-round sunshine. There's no traffic congestion and low pollution. Artesia prides itself in excellent education opportunities, art programs, a large variety of recreation activities, and an ever-broadening cultural landscape.

Golfers can try their game at the Artesia Country Club, which has recently added 9 new holes to the course or enter one of the many golf tournaments sponsored in Artesia. Fishing, water skiing, boating and sailing await you at Brantley Lake State Park, just 17 miles south of Artesia.

The Artesia Historical Museum and Art Center offers a variety of art and historical exhibits, with local artists contributing to many of these exhibits. Artesia is located within easy driving distance to many scenic beauty and natural recreational tourist attractions that contribute to New Mexico's title, the "Land of Enchantment."

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