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The Drift

2.0 star property
Pagosa Springs motel in Downtown Pagosa Springs area

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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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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
(44 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Pagosa Springs

Downtown Pagosa Springs stay.At this Downtown Pagosa Springs motel, you'll be 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 half a mile (1 km).
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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
  • ‪Black Bart's Brunch - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪New China - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Riff Raff Brewing Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Drift

Pagosa Springs motel in Downtown Pagosa Springs area
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 irons/ironing boards. Smart televisions come with digital channels.

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

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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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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: 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.

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 fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50 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 each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

The Drift Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 242 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 242 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 242 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 242 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 242 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

Michele, Highlands ranch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice cement “cabins”. Comfy beds. Along the river. Good to have a fridge and microwave. Good shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great and the king/bunk bed combo room is perfect for traveling with kids. Easy walk down the path to the river, hot springs, and dining options. Only complaint is that the cleaning supplies they use are strong and the linens gave our skin a reaction. There’s a strong chemical smell when you first open the door. Other then that, it’s a great cabin concept with picnic tables and firepit area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a contactless property, which worked for me. We don't need daily services when we travel. Nice setup. Community area in the courtyard is laid out well
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
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

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheila, East Greenwich

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The Drift is an oasis on a hot day. The room, bathroom and outside area are designed to put you in a relaxed mood.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherene

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved it! Great price, incredible views, access, and very nice room. We definitely hope to be back 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

fulvia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gunther

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

Lindsey

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

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Drift is our new go to place to stay in Pagosa Springs. We appreciate the beautiful, efficient and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Loved it

Great place and amenities. would be nice if they had another tv for the bunk bed area.. and more windows to open.. but otherwise great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OUTSTANDING! Everything about our stay at The Drift was top notch. Passing through Pagosa Springs on our way to Santa Fe from Mesa Verde, we needed a place to rest and relax for the night. What a gem this place is; we couldn’t have been more pleased. Well-planned and executed indoor and outdoor spaces made us feel safe and comfortable. The cabin was clean and tidy, with all the amenities we needed. Don’t hesitate to stay at The Drift! You’ll love it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

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

The Drift - A place to relax and enjoy!

The Drift is a wonderful place to stay! We appreciate that it is close to everything, in the heart of Pagosa. We enjoyed the amenities of the common area, the bikes to take leisurely rides and sitting by the fire pit at night listening to the sounds of nature and the river. Awesome place to enjoy nature, to relax and unwind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Drift motel is a Gem! Stayed 3 nights, New , Modern, clean, comfy king bed, amazing shower with great toiletries, convenient kitchenette, outdoor communal gas FP grill, and covered picnic area. Best location, next to San Juan river & bike trail, w/bikes available for your use. Located across from the hot springs resort, easy walk and to the Roots coffee shop,w/ delicious breakfast treats, We had great food at Kips Grill & Cantina, Thai Pagosa, and Sage, best green Chili burger and green chili fries. ( we go to Santa Fe a lot) Only place to stay in Pagosa Springs! Do it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025