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Drifter Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Silver City with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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

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, Silver City Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Western New Mexico University Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County)
    ‪35 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
(4 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

Drifter Motel places you within a leisurely stroll of Piñon Plaza and Gough Park. This 69-room motel welcomes guests with a restaurant and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Western New Mexico University - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Big Ditch Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Billy the Kid Cabin - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Silver City Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Western New Mexico University 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
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Cocina Restaurant-Catering - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Golden Star - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Drifter Motel

Motel in Silver City with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests of Drifter Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a vending machine, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD 0 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per week
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Drifter Motel Silver City
Drifter Silver City
Drifter Motel Restaurant And Lounge Hotel Silver City
Drifter Motel Motel
Drifter Motel Silver City
Drifter Motel Motel Silver City

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Drifter Motel?

Drifter Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Motel?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Motel on Oct 14, 2025 start from $95.0, 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.

What's there to do around Drifter Motel?

This motel is located in Silver City, a short 15-minute walk from Penny Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Historic Waterworks Building. You'll also find Piñon Plaza and Gough Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Drifter Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Drifter Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Drifter Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Drifter Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Drifter Motel?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a restaurant and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Drifter Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Drifter Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Drifter Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Drifter Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Drifter Motel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 50 per week is collected.

Does Drifter Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Drifter Motel?

The closest major airport to Drifter Motel is Silver City, NM (SVC-Grant County), which is 19.2 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Drifter Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Drifter Motel.

Reviews

Drifter Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 429 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent budget Motel

The room was small, but very clean. The outside property is a little run down with weeds and not well kept up. We had a dog and had to go behind the motel to find an area for our dog to relieve himself. Also the pictures that our shown our old and need to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing special just a good place to stay, I been staying there every time I go to Silver City.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024