Tristar Inn Xpress

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Steve

The lounge and bar are very underrated and the owner was very friendly.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2026

Gerald T

Clean nice staff

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2026

Rhonda

It is a old motel and most of it was outdated. Not very many electrical outlets. The refrigerator and microwave was not plugged in probably due to the lack of outlets. The deodorant was overwhelming when you first walked in. And the room was quite warm and took the air conditioner a bit to get the large room cooled off.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jul 2026

Astrid

The property is clearly being renovated and whoever owns it is trying the best they can.

Partner

2/10

Poor

05 Jul 2026

Teresa

Roach motel, but no bedbugs noted

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2026

Kelley

Want a clean room you can park right outside your room? This is the place. Our room was large and clean. The AC worked beautifully. The bathroom was clean and fairly large. It was also remodeled not that long ago. Would recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Stephen

We love this hotel. The owner makes every visit memorable. This hotel has the only bar in town.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2026

Bobby

The room was very tastefully decorated and furnish. Staff were incredibly helpful.

4/10

Poor

29 Jun 2026

Melvin

Not all good or bad. I appreciated the friendly staff, quietness, large room, and great updated shower. Unfortunately bugs lead to my rating. There was a cockroach staring me down when I opened the door. Thankfully I caught it before he ran off. There was a dead one behind the mini fridge. Then there were several dead drain flies in the toilet and a few more flying around the room. Finally there were a small amount of ants in the bathroom. This was almost enough to leave but I stuck it out. I also would’ve liked to have had more than 2 very thin and small towels for me and my daughter.

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2026

WARREN D

Room was clean but in need of updating, carpet needs to be removed, room had a musty smell. The owners/manager was great.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2026

Phillip

Had a guest laundry! Would probably not stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2026

Cynthia

This is a Route 66 motel that gives 50’s vibe, but delivers modern, upgraded rooms. Our bed was super comfortable; the bathroom had recently been redone with a newly tiled shower. The swimming pool was lovely, with a nice fence to block the wind. The check-in was easy, and every staff member we saw was helpful and friendly.
Don’t let the price scare you away—this place is a gem!!!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2026

Shirley

It was an older motel, but redone at some point. The furniture all matched and the bed was excellent. So were the linens. Bed sheets were soft and towels were nice. It doesn't look upscale but offers great value for the price. It's a bit isolated at the end of the town but has a nice bar and lots of peace and quiet

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Daniel

The person who helped us checking in, was very helpful, explained everything clearly. Let us know what was in the area near the motel.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Gabor

Great place to stay and we'll maintained. Check in was great even arrived late. No problems with anything.

Self

2/10

Poor

11 Jun 2026

Mark

Our company had to reserve 3 rooms for workers. In two of the rooms we found a half dozen wind scorpions. Rooms are clean but they just don’t feel clean.

They do have a bar but they don’t serve food.

The old guy in charge was a bit rude.

Find a modern hotel or sleep in your vehicle would be our choice if we had to work in Tucumcarri again.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jun 2026

Shannon

Front desk guy was extremely friendly. Gave some suggestion for restaurants. The building is very dated. Had a hard time finding outlets to be able to plug in my electronics. Obviously work is being done so there's a lot of construction materials in the parking lot. There were only a couple of guests there. The town of Tumucari itself is pretty run down. Most businesses are boarded up. It took me a bit to find a place for the pup to be able to run that wasn't full of mud or in an iffy area.

Pet

4/10

Poor

04 Jun 2026

Devin

There is no restaurant or bar as stated.

Family

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2026

Ken

Clean and quiet room, great staff and plenty of parking.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2026

Marcie

Pleasantly surprised! Old, but renovated motel was clean and spacious. Comfortable bed, but needed to be a king sized which was not an option. Small TV, but worked well. 2 separate bathroom areas which worked well for getting ready. Will definitely stay again when driving through the area!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Tim

Pool was not available at the time we stayed. Owner was a great host at check-in and also a fun bartender. Local patrons of the bar were friendly.
I would definitely stay at this hotel again.

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2026

Mike

The Room Was Very Clean. A nice place to stay on HWY 54

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Keith

Nice and clean and quiet, and the proprietor gave me a great restaurant recommendation (Las Chaparritas).

Self

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2026

William

Room was very clean.
No washers dryer.
On site bar had cold beer and drinks, no food yet.
I would stay again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

Brian

Room was dated but clean. Bed was great. Bar was hopping and full of friendly locals. All in all a great place to stay

Self

2/10

Poor

29 Apr 2026

Ken

Kinda run down

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Apr 2026

Lisa

Clean room. Very quiet.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Johnathon

A wonderful experience. Highly recommended in all ways.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Thomas

Pleasant surprise how nice this place is, especially because the price is so low. Room is very large, hotel very quiet, easy location. And the fella that checked us in, is super nice too. Definitely would stay here again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Matthew

Interesting motel - fronting the (1/2 of roadside buildings old and shuttered) route 66. You check in at the bar. ( Free standing not attached)- nice person( owner)) checks you in quickly. Motel only had about 4/5 cars staying on a Mon in mid April. That can be a warning.
My room was great, very large lots of bag etc storage and definitely clean. Very quiet on my stay. No breakfast, only a coffee maker in the room. Room did include a fridge and microwave. If your ok with an older, under used motel on a typical route 66 road in Tucumcari - this is your place.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2026

Jade

Clean, but older.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

Juanita

Clean room . Pleasant host

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

paul

yes big nice room

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Mar 2026

Chaz

Amazing spot for a night. Staff stayed up til midnight to check me in when it usually stops at 10pm.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2026

Daniel

clean, nice bar, good value

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2026

Joshua

Cool place. The guy that runs it is super cool and really nice

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

John

Dated property, but very, very clean, which is our biggest concern wherever we stay. It was quiet, owner was very nice. Full bar on premises, which was nice after a long day on the road. Would recommend.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Dec 2025

Frank

Everything was as advertised; clean, comfortable bed, nice hot water with pressure. We were one of two cars in the parking lot, so we had the run of the place! The owner was super nice and I enjoyed talking with him.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

Patti

This motel is a blast from the past. Super clean and the bed was very comfortable. The owner was awesome!

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2025

william

The internet did not work in my room 110.
I tried several times to log on to no avail.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

Tammy

Room was clean. Shower was great.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2025

WARREN

Older hotel. WiFi doesn’t work, dirty, worn furniture, tv works poorly, etc.

Nostalgia, ok. Comfort, not ok.

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2025

Peggy

Room was very nice and clean. Very quiet and convenient.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

William

Room was older but clean and I like parking in front of your room. Seemed a good price and easy to check in. Everything seemed to worked fine though there was an air bulge in the tub which was wierd. Bed was good as was the ac!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2025

Karen

Mike, the owner, was so gracious. A quaint, and clean place to stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2025

Melissa

This is an older motel, without a breakfast option. But, that being said, the prices were very reasonable and the service was great. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were extremely spacious. This would be a great place for a family with a lot of \"stuff\" to stay.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

09 Nov 2025

Julee

Clean, t was ok the man at the desk was nice
There was trains coming and going all night.
The room was clean, bed was comfortable

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Oct 2025

Gary

Clean and comfortable

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Oct 2025

MICHAEL

Friendly service by the owner. The place is very classic and vintage style but very clean and no evidence of bugs. The bed was very comfortable and the owner was very accommodating at the bar, which was a great place to hang out after a long trip. Recommended!

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2025

Michael

Check in was quick & smooth. Bar was closed. NBD. Property is showing its age. Room was clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Sandra

The hotel is quaint, loved the 80's music playing in the bar. The bed was extra firm which is not my favorite, but the room was clean and had decent amenities. Would definitely stay there again anytime.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Bert

Cut to the chase, if you are in the area, choose this place. Very, very clean room. On property bar had locals and out of towners (like me), reasonably priced (full) bar and room. And yes, Mike was an actual person and he runs the place, you will read about him in other reviews. Mike is just enough friendly and enough removed to be professional. I hope that I have another opportunity to visit. This is an older Route 66 motel in the best way.

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2025

Pete

The property itself is very good. Nice little bar attached to the property. Clean rooms. A nice place to stay for a good night's sleep on a long road trip.

6/10

Pleasant

20 Aug 2025

Rick

C

2/10

Poor

12 Aug 2025

Darius

Gold

2/10

Poor

12 Aug 2025

Darius

New TV and bathroom needs repairs

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2025

Anthony

I enjoyed my stay at the Tristar. I stopped in the full service bar and enjoyed visiting with the owner and a few people from Tucumcari!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

David

excellent non corporate mom and pops establishment

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

P

This place is right on the original Route 66. Coming from the West, it’s the first place you come to. Sadly the glory days of Route 66 are over but back in the day, this hotel was hopping. It has a beautiful stocked full bar area and a nice bar size pool table You can sense the thousands of guests that frequented the bar/restaurant along with a mix of locals that would come by to enjoy live music.
Once a Ramada, it’s now the Tri-Star Inn Express and Mike, the owner recently celebrated 20 years at this location. He previously owned a hotel about 70 miles south of Tucumcari prior to settling in Tucumcari.
As an immigrant, he moved his family from New York to the desert southwest decades ago. A hard working family man indeed, doing everything from repairs to cleaning toilets, making beds to making breakfast. He made it work.
Covid hit and changed a lot. He struggled through it but now faces a depleted, unmotivated work force and no longer has the restaurant portion open. The business is for sale and I’m hoping the right person comes along to keep this place going. It needs a little TLC, a dedicated owner with community support and a free good employees. If I had the funds to buy it I would consider it and relocate to NM. Hopefully someone will come along.
Mike, it was a pleasure to get to know you and visit during the two visits I made this summer. I wish you luck and look forward to stopping by again. Keep room 111 open for me!
— Patrick from MO

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Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2025

Lloyd

Very old, but clean quite, large room. Could see what looked to be ongoing improvements. The tiled floors were nice. No dirty smelly carpets.
Price was fair for an independent. Great shower and hot water.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2025

Stephen

We love the host and location. The only bar in town.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2025

Tamara

The staff was very nice. The room was clean. The bathroom was clean. They had a coffee pot in the room and it was great. Coffee. Would definitely stay here again

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2025

Pamela

Quiet, very friendly owners, clean, would definitely stay again. Reasonably priced.

Pet

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2025

Robert

Other than check-in being a bit longer than expected and a few hairs on the sheets of both beds, the big banana isn’t the fault of the hotel. Be aware that using a third-party to book a room means you’re stuck with what you get. We overlooked the small print: The tiny word that says SMOKING ROOM. The clerk, professional and courteous, offered an upgrade at a cost but emphasized they dog the room. It didn’t take long to adjust. It wasn’t near as bad as a smoking room on 14th St in NYC where rooms are rented by the hour, IF you know what I mean. In this era where smoking rooms are practically obsolete we “ass-umed” it was a nonsmoking room.
In to the good stuff. Everything worked fine and the room’s mostly clean. Traffic noise wasn’t bad. Easy parking and on/off I10. Riverside restaurant is near and worth it!
The smart TV is only smart if you have the matching Samsung phone.
You get what you pay for and for less than 70 bucks it was worth it.

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2025

KIMBERLEY

Great spacious clean older motel

A great older property, clean spacious and comfortable. Looks questionable when you first show up but it warms up on you.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2025

Wallace

It was okay

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

09 Jul 2025

Holly

Old, old decorated, musty smelling, rundown, old towels

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2025

EVON

Nostalgic and functional.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Sarah

Awesome owner, lovely property and a must see part of Route 66 with the only bar in the area too

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2025

Cynthia

Very friendly staff but the room was old, worn out and a little on the creepy side. Especially the bath tub.

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2025

Stephen

We love the staff and on-site bar. We will happily return

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Marlena

Stop and see this place!

Tucimcari is a place that many travelers just stop to rest during their long drives across the country.

This hotel is a great place to stop, hang out with the ownee, play some pool, visit with some locals and you can be on your way the next morning!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2025

Bill

It met my needs, clean room, bed pretty comfortable and safe area.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2025

Ruth

Located on the original Rt 66, the Tristar Inn is a diamond in the rough, full of nostalgic charm. The owner, Mike, was great & got us checked in quickly. We spent a couple hours in the very well stocked hotel bar (with a pool table) where we enjoyed a few beers & pizza before turning in. Our room was very clean, spacious & comfortable with everything we needed. Fun to think we’re now a part of this cool hotels new history. We’ll be sure to stop again on our next trip through.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2025

Fran

Pleasantly surprised … like stepping into a scene from
Mayberry RFD.. quiet. Clean. And in walking distance of restaurant and grocers ..

Self

4/10

Poor

25 May 2025

Christie

You get what you pay for!!

Previous reviews were really good is why we chose this overnight stay. This is close to the worst place i have stayed in. We were told the room had been recently renovated. It had super old and dirty furniture (I did not want to set anything on them). Had some bugs (not bed bugs) and a few mosquitoes i
our room. The shower looked recently done but did not drain. If we weren't so tired I think we would have looked elsewhere. Ya get what ya pay for as the price was the best thing going for this place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Julie

The owner was very accommodating. And the are was quiet and calm.

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2025

Denise

Owner was super friendly and had easy check in. Room was very clean and had a charming Route 66, seventies feel! Nice place!

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2025

NANCY

We've stayed at this property many times and are always comfortable, rooms are always clean and the full bar is an excellent extra amenity with a fantastic host, Mike!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2025

Mellisa

Everything I needed for a good nights rest.Clean room comfortable bed Mike is very accommodating and cool.

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2025

Connie

Great place for the price. A recliner in the room was nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2025

Pam

Route 66

Traveling cross country and wanted to stay on Route 66. Cute hotel it is older, but clean!! Love the table in our room since we brought dinner back to the room. Has a full bar, but not a restaurant-there are several options close. Laundry and ice are convenient. Mike was very welcoming.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2025

jon

Place is a little run down. However, they do a good job at keeping it clean. People are friendly.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2025

Charles

Motel and Bar

A clean and well kept place with very friendly owners. Mike the owner is also the bartender and gives very generous drinks.
You’ll love it there

Business

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2025

Verified traveler

Spacious and comfortable

Perfect for our 1 night stay.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2025

Janda

This was an older Route 66 motel, but updated rooms and very clean! We liked that it was on Route 66 and not one of the big hotel groups. It was charming and perfect for our needs. The attached bar area looked so inviting, but we were tired from a long day of driving so didn’t actually sit down for a relaxing drink. Owner was so very pleasant and kind. This will be our new go to place when traveling.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2025

Patrick

The rooms were very nice

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

William

Old school but clean

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2025

Aaran

Very clean, quiet, hot water, great price, nice dive bar out front

Business

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2025

Ralph

My 2nd stay. Older property but very clean The owner/ bartender is nice and the locals at the bar are friendly.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2025

Leanna

It’s so sad to see all these old hotels going out of business along Route 66 I hope and pray this one makes it because it was very clean and affordable and the owner was very nice and accommodating.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2025

Debra

Deb

Hotel manager was very friendly. Room was clean and beds were comfortable. For the price I can’t complain.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2025

Cheryl

A Diamond in the Rough

This is an extremely clean, basic hotel room Look at the price. The bed seemed brand new . The linens were clean. Tile floors made it even cleaner . Quiet. I felt safe.

But, even better was Mike the owner and his friend Alf, who was visiting . There is a full bar on the premises. We sat there and had a couple of drinks and told tales back and forth . This will always be our nighttime destination on Interstate 40 in NM. Off the Interstate , but easy to find. Thank you for your hospitality.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2025

Rebecca

Good place to stay while passing thru

The gentleman that check us in was extremely helpful and friendly. The room was clean. Price was fair. I loved the desert style. Mattress looked new. There was a mini fridge and a micro wave. I really liked the walk in shower. Plenty of hot water.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2025

Daniel

Everything was excellent

Business

8/10

Excellent

21 Feb 2025

Jeff

Classic 1980s motel clean but tired

It is definitely an older motel but well cared for.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

Daniel

The hotel is older but well kept and very clean. Clerk at counter was friendly and polite. Will definitely stay here again

Business

6/10

Pleasant

03 Feb 2025

Dyann

Since the derecognizing of Route 66, most of the places along it have gone into decline. This property is among them. While the clerk was friendly, the property is worn and has seen a better day. It is honestly a bit sad in that I am guessing this place was pretty great back in the heyday of Route 66.

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jan 2025

Leslee

I do really like these old style motels.

Room was very large and Mike was very friendly.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

02 Jan 2025

STEVE

Front desk was closed and unable to check in