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The Drift

2.0 star property
Motel in Pagosa Springs with free parking

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Deluxe Studio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Deluxe Studio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Drift offers a comfortable retreat with practical amenities. Guests enjoy gas grills for outdoor cooking, in-room WiFi, express check-out, and free self-parking. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Studio | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
151 S 5th St, Pagosa Springs, CO, 81147

What's nearby

  • San Juan River - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Reservoir Hill Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Pagosa Springs Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bruin Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪New China - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Bart's Brunch - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Riff Raff Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Drift

Motel located in Downtown Pagosa Springs
The Drift provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Drift feature thoughtful touches such as heated floors and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shampoo
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Heated floors, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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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 transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Drift pet-friendly?

Yes, The Drift allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Drift?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Drift?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Drift?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Drift located?

Located in Downtown Pagosa Springs, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring and Sheep Creek Trail. San Juan River and Worlds Deepest Geothermal Spring are also within 10 minutes.

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The Drift Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 255 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

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
liked it so much we stayed here on our way home as well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area and the rooms were exceptional, offered everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Amenities
Very walkable location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a wonderful surprise. The cabins are modern, clean, and comfortable. The setting is beautiful and peaceful. There's a short walk to the hot springs and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Trip

Place was very nice, new, clean, great location. Tasteful room decor and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property. Close to river and great, attentive staff. Will be going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really liked the location of this property. The room was spacious and spotless and the property manager was available for a quick question after hours. We really enjoyed having the bicycles available at no charge to ride to dinner and back as well. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travanti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Pagosa.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! Has everything you need for a comfortable stay in Pagosa! Pet friendly was a big plus!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the cutest and best place to stay in Pagosa!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gunther

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and new, very clean we where three adults and each had their own bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night not enough

Perfect, comfortable, close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay was traveling with 10 and 12YO comfortable clean and great location for exploring Pagosa Springs

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. The way a hotel should be.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
The sulfur smell took some getting use too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! I am blown away by this property. The space is perfection. Every little thing is well thought out within the space. Nothing left to chance. The common areas are serene, resort-like and relaxing. Again, just blown away with this place. Just steps from the riverwalk. Highly recommended!
Outdoor fireplace in common area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cool and comfortable

These modern cabins are so spacious and comfortable! There’s a little kitchenette and small dining table. Everything you need! The grounds have picnic tables , bbq and overlook the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Property was clean, safe, Very friendly staff. Will Recommend to others as well as stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
omg I love this little cabin, was so clean and walking distance to everything including the Pagosa spa! I highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great little Euro type lodging. Right on the banks of the river, easy walking to town, river walk, hot springs, modern fire pit, great patio, even bikes to borrow!! Very clean,well appointed, comfortable bedding. Independent check in/out. Staff availability by phone and text. We loved it. Next visit to Pagosa is a no brainer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARDI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property design was extremely well thought out. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though we were able to stay only one night, it was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely outstanding and way beyond my expectations. This place was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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