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Drifter Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Silver City motel

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Property grounds
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Property grounds
Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Comfort Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Microwave

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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711 Silver Heights Boulevard, Silver City, NM, 88061
  • Place, Western New Mexico University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Ditch Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Western New Mexico University Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Bed | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Comfort Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Silver City

In Silver City .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Piñon Plaza and Gough Park. Penny Park and Western New Mexico University are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gough Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Western New Mexico University - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Big Ditch Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Western New Mexico University Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Silver City Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wrangler's Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Cocina Restaurant-Catering - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Drifter Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Silver City motel
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Drifter Motel. Self parking is free.

This Silver City motel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Drifter Motel offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 15 to August 19:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD 0 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per week
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 deposit: USD 50 per week
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD 0 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 and cash
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, Discover, and cash.

Property is also known as

Drifter Motel Silver City
Drifter Silver City
Drifter Motel Restaurant And Lounge Hotel Silver City
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Drifter Motel to the airport?

Drifter Motel is 19.2 mi (28-min drive) away from the Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Motel?

As of Dec 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Motel on Jan 1, 2026 start from $90.0, excluding 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.

Does Drifter Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Drifter Motel.

Does Drifter Motel offer free breakfast?

Drifter Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Drifter Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Drifter Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Drifter Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Drifter Motel have a pool?

Drifter Motel does not have a pool.

Does Drifter Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. One of the dining venues will be closed seasonally each year from August 15 to August 19.

Does Drifter Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Drifter Motel to downtown Silver City?

Drifter Motel is 1.1 mi away from Silver City.

Drifter Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 433 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie

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

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alfred

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sadly, this motel has seen better days. It's in a rather frightful state of disrepair. Managers are nice people, but this just isn't up to even the lowest standards. Needs fundamental repairs and a refresh badly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Eloy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and dingy. We should have gone to motel 6. That would have been a better choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremey Ponce

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

olga

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was very nice and was very friendly accommodated us with anything we needed. It does need an upgrade, but it was otherwise it was right for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Very nice people running it. No working ice machine available.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SKIP FOR SURE. NOT WORTH THE MONEY

Dirty. Found old food on the floor next to the table. We also found cockroaches. We were too tired to ask for another room. The room had an OVERWHELMING smell of freshner. This motel is soooooo NOT worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue was lack of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arvind

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was taking shower and the water went, which was terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Very friendly front desk staff. Clean rooms. Quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is very old so could use a face lift. But it has everything you need and feels safe. Perfectly fine for a one nighter.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashlyn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ruben

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, AC worked and across from Dennys
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a clean comfortable room. A nice place to say.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was friendly and hospitable. Gave us bottled water after we signed in and a few snacks. Hotel was within reasonable driving distance to down town. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exactly what it looks like

‘Vintage’ without trying too hard. No frills. Simple sleep and lodging. Loved the eclectic room furnishings and decor. This place is exactly what it looks like from the outside. A portal back to simpler times. Enjoy your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spartan but clean. Very comfortable bed. Best price in town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It looks a little rough on the outside, but the room is really comfortable. The bed is awesome, much better than you expect from a motel. Wifi works great. And the couple who run it are very sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I was very satisfied with stay. The room & especially the bathroom were upgraded and very nice. Owner very friendly and helpful. Close to historic area of town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, felt welcomed on checkin. Room was dominated by a king sized bed which, while comfortable with new, clean bedding, left very little space to move around let alone do yoga. New tiles in bathroom but the floor and lower walls throughout were horribly dirty. Door had a broken security lock. Other hotel guests/residents were noisy. There was a lot of coming and going in the night as well as highway noise and sirens. Property has rather unkempt exterior surroundings and though the sign loudly proclaims Restaurant it is disappointingly closed. Bananas and water were available in the office at checkin to off set this.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024