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Sunset Motel

2.5 star property

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An outdoor patio with a grill, chairs, and string lights.
A room with wooden panel walls, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a television, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall, a painting, a lamp, and a chair.
A motel sign with neon lights, a neon sign indicating 'SUNSET motel since 1959', and a blue sign with the word 'motel'.
A wooden sculpture with outstretched arms, adorned with colorful beads and chains, set in a garden with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Explore the area

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501 East Central Avenue (Old Route 66), Moriarty, NM, 87035
  • Place, Lewis Antique Auto & Toy Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, US Southwest Soaring Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Moriarty Civic Center
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Original Route 66 Room

A hotel room with two beds, wooden panel walls, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Original Route 66 Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Route 66 Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall, a painting, a lamp, and a chair.

Classic Route 66 Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Route 66 Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Superior Route 66 Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Route 66 Four Bed Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Classic Route 66 Four Bed Suite

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Route 66 Three Bed Suite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Route 66 Three Bed Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic (Pet Free) Room

A neatly made bed with white linens, a single orange chair, a painting on the wall, and a closed door.

Classic (Pet Free) Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Moriarty

At Sunset Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lewis Antique Auto & Toy Museum and US Southwest Soaring Museum. Highlights at this historic motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues and a picnic area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Moriarty motel, you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Moriarty Civic Center.
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What's nearby

  • Lewis Antique Auto & Toy Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • MAGS Indoor Shooting Range - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • US Southwest Soaring Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Moriarty Community Library - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Moriarty Civic Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lisa's Truck Center - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Country Pride - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Moriarty motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1959
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunset Motel offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1959
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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 25 per pet, per night
  • 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

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Sunset Motel Moriarty
Sunset Moriarty
Sunset Motel Motel
Sunset Motel Moriarty
Sunset Motel Motel Moriarty

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunset Motel?

Sunset Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 13 Aug 2026 start from NZ$185, including 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.

Is parking available at Sunset Motel?

Yep, Sunset Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunset Motel?

No, Sunset Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunset Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Motel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Sunset Motel, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 36 kg per pet.

Sunset Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 761 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, classic Route 66 feel! Staff was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, route 66 motel, here since 1959. Out favorite place to stay micro,refrigerator, wifi.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean with nice sheets and towels. It was very roomy. We were given a bag with homemade goodies and two Cuties for breakfast the next morning. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless motel with friendly staff. I’d definitely like to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
room was clean and the staff was great.would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience staying here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice route 66 1 story motel. Room was clean. Beds comfortable. Nice shower. We got the 2 room suite and it was spacious. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rt 66 motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful getting our tv working for us. The beds are comfortable and the breakfast bag thoughtful since they don't serve breakfast 😋.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nostalgic place, well kept for its age and very thoughtfull details for visitors! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable. Very nice people and helpful. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nora

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

Great stay

Staff was very friendly, rooms were very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome place! Everyone should stay in a classic well kept motor lodge like this one at least once in their lives.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the real gems on Route 66! We stayed here for the 2023 annular eclipse and were happy to have a chance to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe area and parking. Air Conditioning was great. We saw a coyote near the parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family run motel. Room was clean, bed comfortable, excellent tv/internet. Place look well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

marianne j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute themed motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! It's very authentic and the owners are the most amazing people. The room has a gas heater & got warm instantly when I arrived frozen to the bone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel from 1959 was such a fun place. Clean and kitsch. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is fabulous! Quiet and relaxing, great vibe, and super cool staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owners. Had a breakfast bag ready for us when we checked in. Room was older(duh) but clean and had a refrigerator and microwave which we used. Beds were comfortable as we spent one night and just passing through. It was safe and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Hosts were delightful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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