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The Drift

2.0 star property
Travelers can choose between relaxing by the grill or exploring the area - The Drift makes both options equally appealing and straightforward.

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$423
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026

Room options

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Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

What's nearby

  • San Juan River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Worlds Deepest Geothermal Spring - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sheep Creek Trail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Reservoir Hill Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Drift

Motel located in Downtown Pagosa Springs
The Drift provides everything that 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, gas grills and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Drift offer perks, such as heated floors and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More 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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive a text message at noon upon arrival with check-in instructions

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are 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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD50 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 any lifts

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 does it cost to stay at The Drift?

As of 20 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Drift on 20 Jan 2026 start from NZ$423.24, 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.

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?

Checkout 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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Reviews

The Drift Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 265 reviews

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

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

Mary Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the BEST!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes to all very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful stay at the drift. Very comfortable and great location. Hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean beautiful space.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole vibe was amazing about this place i recommend 100% If u got kids the rooms have a cool little bunk bed area. The beds both for adults and the kids are comfortable. We loved this rental 🙌
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, easy to get to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is impeccable! The surroundings are fantastic. Easy to walk to the hot springs, and some stores downtown. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location and very nice. Owners are great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great convenient location. Communication from staff was excellent! We will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was amazing very nice will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy spot next to the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as presented. Clean, easy parking, convenient location.
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

Mike

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

Cool Cabins

Very cool group of new small cabins around a nicely landscaped common area right in downtown Pagosa Springs. Walking distance to hot springs and downtown businesses.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely loved this place. Very nice, spacious, modern rooms. Right by the river and walkable to shopping and dining. Will stay here again and recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Great stay at the Drift - highly recommend

We loved the property. Convenient location, really nice room, AC worked well, nice courtyard area and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and the cruiser bikes were a fun cherry on top!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025