The Drift

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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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, Worlds Deepest Geothermal Spring
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About this property

The Drift

Motel in Pagosa Springs with free parking
Express check-out, gas grills and a picnic area are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
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).

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Drift. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Nathan's Hippy Dip Hot Spring and 5 minutes on foot from Sheep Creek Trail
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
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.


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: 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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an access code.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. 255 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 268 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

Craig

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

Travelled with family and small children
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

Timothy

Travelled with partner
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

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hessel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Has just the bare necessities, but everything you need. Very close to hot springs. You will have to deal with the sulphur smell, but that’s pretty much the whole town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

The Drift: Where Chill Meets Charm

The Drift is the kind of place that makes you want to stay awhile. Its vibe is laid-back yet stylish, and even though the staff works offsite, the owner’s father personally stopped by to check in on guests—a thoughtful touch that made the experience feel warm and welcoming. The Drift strikes that perfect balance of comfort and cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Greenville

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

Glen

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

10/10 Excellent

AIJING

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradlley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One suggestion we might recommend is to have cozier comfy seats! The plastic chairs are not very comfortable! We still love staying at the Drift!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy and very dog friendly. Towels and amenities were great. Location was amazy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus, Baltimore

Travelled with partner
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

Julanna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bobby

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

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with partner
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

Cory

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

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

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

Janice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and charming at the same time. Immaculate, beautiful interior and exterior. Comfortable beds. I could write positives all day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025