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Branding Iron Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Chama with free parking

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

Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub, Corner

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub, Corner

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Bathtub, Corner

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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The price is NZ$171
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Chama

At Branding Iron Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and Chama Church of Christ. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including an off-lead area and litter trays. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Chama motel include Rio Chama and Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway.
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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 Chama with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Chama motel.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Branding Iron Motel offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Hairdryers, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

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 transport

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • 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

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: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area and litter trays are 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.
  • 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Branding Iron Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Branding Iron Motel?

As of 30 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Branding Iron Motel on 1 Jul 2024 start from NZ$239.96, 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 Branding Iron Motel?

Yep, Branding Iron Motel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited (max 4 spaces per unit).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Branding Iron Motel?

No, Branding Iron Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Branding Iron Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Branding Iron Motel?

Dogs are welcome at Branding Iron Motel, with dog exercise areas and litter trays on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Branding Iron Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 232 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 232 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 232 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 232 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 232 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

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

4/10 Poor

LYNN

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

6/10 Okay

Charles

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Although the room was large and the property is convenient to town, there was no refrigerator, no hair dryer, and most aggravating, the bottom "fitted" sheet on the bed would not stay on the mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Odin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable.
Wonderful greeting and service. We were disappointed that room did not have a microwave and refrigerator, but the fault is ours for not checking when reserving. A great area for dog walking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
We had to leave early before sunrise so a porch light we could turn on would have been useful. We very much liked having no lights on after 10 pm though! Esp with the potential bear situation. But great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

German

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Never again
Horrible. Bed was terrible. No ice. Charged my card 5 times!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaynell

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kirby

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Keith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs major updating. No dining, no refrigerator or microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Reed

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and quiet but the ice machine was not functioning, the wifi was sub par, and there was no USB charging in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Vera

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Branding Iron in Chama
Decent throwback motel, exterior long in the tooth, rooms are a an older update but functional and clean. Poor tv reception, good Wi-Fi. Good beds. Basic lodging in a beautiful setting. Restaurant is closed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023