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Branding Iron Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Chama with free parking

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property - evening/night
Flat-screen TV
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

Map
1511 Hwy 17, Chama, NM, 87520
  • Popular LocationCumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad18 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Chama2 min drive
  • Popular LocationCumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway3 min drive
  • AirportAlamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional)97 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

2/10 Terrible

Checked in. No Vacancy sign but no patrons? TV was terrible--few channels and most were unviewable.. Advised clerk wh...
Charles
Oct 25, 2023

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub, Corner | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub, Corner

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Yard
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Chama

Located in Chama, Branding Iron Motel is in the mountains and in a state park. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carson National Forest and Rio Chama. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing, hot springs, and snowboarding.
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What's nearby

  • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad - 18 min walk
  • Chama Church of Christ - 18 min walk
  • Rio Chama - 2 min drive
  • Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway - 3 min drive
  • Heron Lake State Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Alamosa, CO (ALS-San Luis Valley Regional) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Foster's Hotel Bar Restaurant - 20 min walk
  • Subway - 9 min walk
  • Elk Horn Cafe - 2 min drive
  • Local - 17 min walk
  • Rio Chama Espresso - 15 min walk

About this property

Branding Iron Motel

Motel in the mountains
Branding Iron Motel provides amenities like a terrace and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A nature reserve and an off-leash area
Room features
All guestrooms at Branding Iron Motel include perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Turndown service
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs 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
An off-leash area and litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Branding Iron Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Branding Iron Motel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Branding Iron Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Branding Iron Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Branding Iron Motel located?

Situated in a state park, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Chama Church of Christ, and Rio Chama. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Branding Iron Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 229 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 229 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Checked in. No Vacancy sign but no patrons? TV was terrible--few channels and most were unviewable.. Advised clerk who stated it hoped to be fixed the next week. No microwave or fridge. Room was not made up for second day. Restaurant was closed. No discount for all this! We were the only patrons for two days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok. It was an older place. It was one of the more reasonably priced motels in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The accommodations were adequate, but the room rate was way over priced. No, microwave or mini refrigerator and no staff on site at night for emergencies. There was an elderly couple that was accidentally locked out of their room and could not get a hold of anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

dennis

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run down hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

LYNN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs to be updated to accommodate senior citizens. The bathroom facilities are not up to 20th, let alone 21st century standars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Natasha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older but not bad overall
The motel was serviceable. We didn't spend a lot of time there as we got in late and left early for the train. We drove in about 8:30pm so the front desk was closed for the night and our key was left in an envelope in a drop box. Overall, the housekeepers do an excellent job at keeping things clean and tidy but there were a few issues that were beyond them. There were some mold spots on the ceiling above the shower and our bathroom light wasn't working either so we had to use our phone flashlights to see. The motel feels like an old place and is a bit outdated, but I think, overall, it is in pretty decent condition and a quiet and peaceful spot. It has a convenient location where everything is just a couple minutes' drive. I wouldn't mind staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023