The Drifter Motel offers a laid-back vibe with a welcoming coffee shop, tranquil garden, and convenient laundry facilities. Enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant and WiFi in your room. Past visitors praise the staff's exceptional helpfulness.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Laundry
The current price is ¥14,326
¥14,326
¥16,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
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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
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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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
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
Pet deposit: USD 50 per week
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of 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 and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Drifter Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per week and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Motel?
As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Motel on Jun 5, 2026 start from ¥14,326, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Drifter Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Drifter Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Drifter Motel located?
Situated in Silver City, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Piñon Plaza, Gough Park, and Penny Park. Western New Mexico University and Historic Waterworks Building are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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This is an older property. New A/C units at every room. Worked well in my room. Across the street is a Denny's Resto. Bed was comfortable. I wanted a motel so I could park my motorcycle in front of room, so it worked out well. Given current prices of hotels/motels, I suppose this was not bad at the given price point.
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.
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.
Laura
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Martha
Oct 23, 2024
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.
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.
Older, but nice property. Clean rooms, nice towels, warm covers, and a coffee maker! Two women traveling alone, felt safe.
Mary
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carol
Nov 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous and the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. However, this motel is quite old and rundown, with peeling paint, especially on exterior buildings. It does not look pleasing from the outside. Also, being an older building, the rooms are a bit small for king size beds. Overall we had a nice stay, just did not expect the facility to be so old.
‘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.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jerry
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Like that it was pet and smoke free. The little couple that own/manage the place were so cute and very pleasant.
The room only had 1 working outlet which was ridiculous! It does look like they are trying to upgrade in some areas. There were a bunch of very large trucks in the parking lot that made it difficult to drive around. Exterior needs work as well. Probably would not stay there again.
The pictures online looked way better than the property actually looked. It is quite old. The room was clean. The person who checked us in was very nice. The WiFi was virtually useless. The place wasn’t terrible, but I wouldn’t stay there again.
The woman who checked me in was the sweetest! She offered me a water. She showed me on the map all the sites in the area. The room was clean and everything worked. The only thing that might be a negative, the furniture was a hodge podge of different things. Nothing wrong with it. Just a weird combination of stuff. The bed was comfortable. I would stay again.