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The Drift

2.0 star property
Motel in Pagosa Springs with free parking

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Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Studio
Exterior
Deluxe Studio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Explore the area

Map
151 S 5th St, Pagosa Springs, CO, 81147
  • San Juan River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Pagosa Springs Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Studio

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Pagosa Springs

At The Drift you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring and Sheep Creek Trail. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, Smart TVs and heated floors. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, gas grills and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Downtown Pagosa Springs motel you'll find Wolf Creek Ski Area.
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What's nearby

  • San Juan River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reservoir Hill Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Pagosa Springs Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Durango, CO (DRO-La Plata County) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kip's Grill & Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Moon Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Higher Grounds Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Drift

Motel in Pagosa Springs with free parking
As a guest of The Drift, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Pagosa Springs motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Drift offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
Guests will receive a text message at noon upon arrival with check-in instructions

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Drift Motel
The Drift Pagosa Springs
The Drift Motel Pagosa Springs

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Drift?

The Drift offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Drift?

As of 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift on 17 June 2025 start from AU$321.41, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Drift?

Yep, The Drift has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Drift?

No, The Drift does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Drift?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Drift Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 174 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very clean and perfect for a short stay! Well stocked with anything you need; they even had ice cubes made! Clean and updated. Would recommend and will definitely stay again next time we are in town!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome new property. Great construction and amenities. Much cheaper alternative to the resort and right across the river. Easy to walk to anywhere in downtown area. Reasonable prices
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albino

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our cabin was better than expected! Having dishes and glasses was unexpected and nice to have. However, the refrigerator/freezer makes a noise when it is running. Also, the alarm clock went off but we didn’t set it. But overall, this was a great place to stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVED my stay here! The room was beautiful inside and had a ton of space and modern touches. The kids loved the bunk beds. My daughter even said she wished she could live there during college. It was one of the best places I’ve stayed. The price was so inexpensive with how perfect it was. I will absolutely only stay there every trip I take to Pagosa Springs from now on!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, loce the heated floors and bunk beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in town to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean property. Well designed with easy parking and access to the Main Street. If you are looking for a place in town and convenient this is a great choice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

George A

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We really liked the Drift and will most likely will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a great location!! The accessibility is so convenient & the rooms are comfortable & modern. We only stayed one night, but next time we'll plan to use the outdoor grill & bonfire area. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a great place for our family of 4!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and fast to book, the room was clean and had lots of space, the bathroom was beautiful, management was very friendly . Loved it next time we are back in town will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani Joelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024