The Nightingale Motel is a historic Pagosa Springs landmark, originally built in 1898. Reimagined as a boutique motel, it offers 17 updated guest rooms in a mountain-modern style. The property blends the town's past with contemporary comfort, featuring an on-site cocktail lounge. It serves as a central base for exploring the local hot springs, river trails, and downtown dining scene.
Should you book The Nightingale Motel?
A stylish, centrally located motel in a historic building, with updated rooms and an on-site bar.
Best for
- Downtown location
- Proximity to hot springs
- Historic character
- Road trip stop
Maybe not ideal for
- Motel-style property
- No on-site dining
Updated rooms
The motel features 17 guest rooms updated with a mountain-modern aesthetic. All rooms include plush linens, smart TVs, high-speed WiFi, and pour-over coffee stations.
Neon Mallard Cocktail Lounge
On-site, the Neon Mallard Cocktail Lounge offers elevated cocktails in an art-filled, atmospheric speakeasy setting. It's a distinctive spot for evening drinks.
Historic Pagosa Springs
Located in downtown Pagosa Springs, the motel is a historic landmark. It's steps from the famous hot springs, San Juan River trails, local shops, and eateries.
Rooms & rates
Queen Room
16.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Air conditioning · Attached bathroom · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries · Shower
Deluxe Queen Room
19.0 m² · 1 queen bed
Private kitchenette · Attached bathroom · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi · Free toiletries
Family Suite
28.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 2 queen beds Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Attached bathroom · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Free Wifi
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Location
157 Pagosa St, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, United States, Pagosa Springs, Colorado
The Nightingale Motel is located in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
5 sights nearby, 4 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Pagosa Springs History Museum at 500 ft.
Things to do nearby
- Pagosa Springs History Museummuseum500 ft
- The Springs Resort and Spa Bath Housewater park0.4 mi
- Paradisehot spring0.4 mi
- Pagosa Hot Springhot spring0.4 mi
- South Pagosa Parkpark0.9 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 210 guest reviews
The Nightingale Motel earns strong praise for its prime, walkable location in Pagosa Springs and its charming on-site bar, the Neon Mallard — both clear highlights across the reviews. Rooms are consistently described as clean, cozy, and comfortable, though the fully contactless operation and limited in-room amenities (no microwave, no dresser, no on-site staff) are recurring frustrations, particularly for longer stays. Overall sentiment is very positive, with most guests keen to return, but the property suits short stays better than multi-night visits requiring full convenience.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.6
They wrote about: location, room, comfort
Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, cleanliness
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Frequently asked questions
What parking is available?
Free parking is available on-site, directly in front of the rooms. Street parking is also an option.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, the motel offers Family Suites and The Cabin Suite, each designed to accommodate larger groups and families.
What are the check-in arrangements?
The property offers contactless check-in for guests.
Can I make coffee in my room?
Yes, all rooms are equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, including pour-over coffee stations.
What dining options are nearby?
The motel is steps from local dining, cafés, breweries, and bakeries in downtown Pagosa Springs. There is no on-site restaurant.
Is there WiFi?
Yes, free high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property.
What is there to do nearby?
You can walk to the famous hot springs, San Juan River trails, and local shops. Nearby attractions include Chimney Rock National Monument.
What room amenities are provided?
Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and hairdryers. Some rooms have kitchenettes.