Grants is home to Southwest Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at El Malpais National Conservation Area and Truman Park, while Mining Museum and Western New Mexico Aviation Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Grants travel guide
1000 E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM, 87020
What's nearby
Truman Park
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Grants Public Library
2 min drive - 1.9 km
Neighborhood Park
3 min drive - 2.7 km
Mining Museum
3 min drive - 3.0 km
Grants Chamber of Commerce and Mining Museum
3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
80 min drive
Restaurants
Love's Travel Stop
7 min drive
McDonald's
3 min drive
Denny's
3 min drive
Route 66 Junkyard Brewery
19 min walk
Blake's Lotaburger
3 min walk
About this property
Southwest Motel
Property highlights
Southwest Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Express check-out, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
A nature reserve and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Southwest Motel boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hand-held showerhead
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 building
1 floor
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Built in 1971
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
36-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
Food and drink
Dining table
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Phone
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 10
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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), key retrieval
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Southwest Motel Hotel
Southwest Motel Grants
Southwest Motel Hotel Grants
Frequently asked questions
Is Southwest Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Southwest Motel?
As of 2026/3/14, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southwest Motel on 2026/3/22 start from NT$2,233, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Southwest Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 10 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Southwest Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 10 (subject to availability).
Where is Southwest Motel located?
Situated in Grants, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Truman Park, Grants Chamber of Commerce and Mining Museum, and Mining Museum. Fire and Ice Park and Grants Public Library are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Southwest Motel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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The man on staff upon arrival was kind, friendly, and made sure we got settled in! He had tons of local food recommendations, and a few very cute cats in the office. A truly pet-friendly motel- and exceptionally clean to boot! We'll definitely be staying here in the future.
A really nice Route 66 experience. The staff was super helpful and friendly. They really cared about maximizing my guest experience. If I am traveling through Grants, New Mexico again, I will be staying there. I highly recommend the Southwest Motel. A really good value.
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
BJ
2025/11/13
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Funky little hotel with a boat load of charm. The management were amazing and accommodating. Room was super clean and coffee was great.
My stay at Southwest Motel was fantastic! The room was clean and the couple managing the property (who checked me in) are super nice, kind, and helpful. It was an added bonus staying in a classic, retro, iconic Historic Route 66 motel! I would definitely recommend staying here.
A really nice hotel room along route 66. Friendly staff and a quaint dog friendly stay next to the national park. We really enjoyed this place and would gladly stay if we make a return trip to El malpais.
Tyler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy
2025/11/16
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Little place. Looked to have been recently updated . Drip coffee in the room, clean and comfortable. Owners were super nice and showed us to our rooms. Would absolutely stay here again.
Looks are deceiving. Very shady looking on the outside but for an old original Route 66 motel, it’s super clean and cute. Pets re free so that was a plus. Staff was super nice and friendly and had a lot of good food options nearby. Bathroom could be updated but really enjoyed the night there.
The room was delightful and comfortable.
Staff is very nice. Loved the decor. Actual coffee maker in the room, real coffee cups.
We will definitely stay again. 💕
The gentleman in the office upon my check-in was very kind and helpful! The room was so cozy with great amenities (microwave, fridge and freezer, coffee maker with real coffee - although I didn’t make any, it was appreciated), and a surprisingly spacious bathroom. The bed was super comfortable too! Vintage charm.
An old time Route 66 motel, the South West offers clean (albeit small) rooms, excellent front desk service, and amenities.
Keith
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alisandra
2025/12/5
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is a gem. If you are looking for the route 66 experience, this is it. Clean rooms, decorated with care, and pets stay free! In fact, our room had a blanket, food, and water bowls, and mat just for our dog. The owners and staff were very friendly and we had a good time chatting with them. The coffee set up in the room was great, too, with real ceramic mugs. Next time we drive Route 66, this is where we will stay.