We tried as hard as we could to make it all the way to Mazatlan on our second day. But, slow road conditions, numerous cuota stops (the toll booths) along highway 15D made it just out of reach. We made it to Culiacan by 8:30 at night, and Mazatlan is about another 2 hours away. Given that we'd have to unload the truck when we got there, we decided to stop over at what many travelers call the No Tell Motel.
All along the way to Mazatlan, we'd see these compound-like structures—some had fanciful names and themes like a castle called the Ferarri Inn, others were more understated and you almost couldn't tell what it was from the outside. If you've ever spoken with an American who has traveled by car to Mexico, these are what many call the No Tell Motel.
The thing that's really different about these little motels is that you drive in through the gates and they usually consist of small attached car ports or garages that are next to your room. (If our truck wasn't so large, we could have shut the garage door.) They are really secure, so you don't have to worry about your car or belongings. And some of them offer food, too. (The one we chose had a full menu with beers!) But the best part about these little travel oasisis is the cost—we stayed for $25.00 per night!
If you're ever driving through Culiacan, stay at Dix.
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