Drifter Motel

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

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Property grounds
Double Bed
Comfort Studio Suite, Multiple Beds | Microwave
Property grounds
Room, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Silver City

At Drifter Motel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Piñon Plaza and Gough Park. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Silver City motel include Western New Mexico University and Penny Park.

What's nearby

  • Western New Mexico University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Big Ditch Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Billy the Kid Cabin - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Silver City Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Western New Mexico University Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

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 coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Drifter Motel. Self parking is free.

This Silver City motel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Drifter Motel offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and fridges can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 15 August to 19 August:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD 0 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per week
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 deposit: USD 50 per week
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD0 per stay)
  • 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 and cash
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 and cash.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Drifter Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Motel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Motel on 27 Sept 2025 start from NZ$186.36, 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 Drifter Motel?

Yep, Drifter Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drifter Motel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Drifter Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Drifter Motel's onsite restaurant.The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from August 15 until August 19.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.