The Drift is a motel in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, featuring newly constructed, freestanding cabins. It combines privacy with a central courtyard for social interaction, offering a blend of seclusion and community. Located downtown, the property is close to hot springs, restaurants, bars, and a coffee shop, with a stroll down the San Juan River Walk also nearby.
Should you book The Drift?
Newly built cabins offering privacy with communal courtyard space, located centrally in town.
Best for
- Downtown location
- Pet-friendly stays
- Cabin privacy
Maybe not ideal for
- No on-site dining
Cabin privacy
Each freestanding cabin offers the seclusion of your own building. Geothermal in-floor heating and air conditioning ensure comfort year-round. Premium King beds and twin bunk beds are provided.
Social courtyard
A central courtyard provides a space for guests to interact. Outdoor features include a fireplace, seating areas, and picnic tables for al fresco dining.
Downtown location
The property is walking distance to the hot springs, restaurants, bars, and a coffee shop. Enjoy a stroll along the San Juan River Walk.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- View
- Kitchenette
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Mountain view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
Location
151 South 5th Street, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, United States, Pagosa Springs, Colorado
The Drift is located in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
5 sights nearby, 4 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Paradise at 0.2 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Paradisehot spring0.2 mi
- Pagosa Hot Springhot spring0.2 mi
- The Springs Resort and Spa Bath Housewater park0.2 mi
- South Pagosa Parkpark0.4 mi
- Pagosa Springs History Museummuseum0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.8 / 10 · Exceptional on Booking.com, from 206 guest reviews
The Drift earns near-universal praise across all 12 reviews for its spotless, thoughtfully designed accommodations, seamless self-check-in, and unbeatable proximity to Pagosa Springs' hot springs and river. The only consistent gripes are entirely external — ongoing town-wide road construction and the character of the immediate surrounding street — rather than anything within the property's control. Guests repeatedly express intent to return, making it one of the most strongly endorsed stays in the area.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 30 · average 9.9
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Available 24 hours
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Frequently asked questions
What are the room amenities?
Rooms offer air conditioning, private bathrooms with hairdryers and free toiletries, linens, kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, coffee machines, and kitchenware.
Is there parking available?
Yes, the property offers private, free parking spaces for guests, with additional general parking available.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, well-behaved pets are welcome at the property. Service animals are exempt from any pet fees.
What is near The Drift?
The Drift is walking distance to hot springs like Paradise and Pagosa Hot Spring, various restaurants, bars, and a coffee shop. Chimney Rock National Monument is 22 miles away.
Does the property have a restaurant?
The Drift does not have an on-site restaurant, but it is located within walking distance of several dining options in downtown Pagosa Springs.
What kind of heating is in the rooms?
The cabins feature geothermal in-floor heating, providing efficient and comfortable warmth throughout the building.
What are the room options?
Room options include the Studio, Deluxe King Room With a Bunkbed, and the ADA Deluxe King with Bunkbeds, all designed as freestanding cabins.
What is the property type?
The Drift is a motel with newly constructed, freestanding cabins.