A quiet rest area along I-40 in eastern New Mexico, this was a good stop for a break. The rest area…read moreseparates the cars and the trucks with the restroom structure in between. There is a historical marker here which reads, "Rising above these red-earth lowlands to the south is the Llano Estacado or Staked Plain, a high plateau covering some 32,000 square miles in eastern New Mexico and adjacent areas in Texas. Topographically, it is one of the flattest areas in the United States, and rises to 450 feet above the surrounding great Plains." I was not yet ready to stop for the night but this would be a worthy spot in my Sprinter van. [Review 21101 overall - 146 in New Mexico - 64 of 2024.]

Two weeks ago, my father, who is 85 and has Alzheimer's, went missing in my mother's car. The…read morecouple who runs this gas station saw the Silver Alert and called NM State troopers and kept my father there until i could get there. I was about 3 hours away. They were beyond kind and patient, and I can't thank them enough. So when I read the negative reviews, I'm shocked as I have nothing but gratitude for these people.

I'm a military veteran (which is obvious from the decals on both sides of my semitruck) and I'm an…read moreowner-operator trucker. I stopped at this business to buy some cold drinks and to use the bathroom since the rest area just before it was closed (much of New Mexico interstate roadways and rest areas are in a pretty bad condition, with rough, damaged roadway for very many miles and rest areas that are either poorly maintained or outright closed). There are several signs at this business that are grossly unwelcoming, prominently stating that bathroom use is not allowed, no parking etc. Inside, the place is small and far from clean, and the person at the counter (whom I presume was the owner) is not at all welcoming or friendly. Despite buying some cold drinks there we were not allowed to use the bathroom, and felt overall unwelcome. I will NEVER stop at this place again.

It had an Andromita Strain quality to it with the alarm blaring on the septic system. It was clean…read morebut not exactly inviting.

I love stopping at Loves when on road trips. Great gasoline prices. Very friendly staff who wish…read moreme safe travel and thank me for stopping at Loves. I have visited many Loves travel centers and the facilities have always been super clean. Food from one or more restaurants is available and various items (including motor oil and ice cream) are sold at reasonable prices in their stores.

We rolled into a Love's Travel Stop somewhere in the dusty middle of New Mexico with a car running…read moreon fumes and a group running on beef jerky and stubborn hope. From the outside, it looked like an oasis--bright lights, clean pumps, and a big red heart that whispered, "Come in, traveler... we have clean bathrooms." Inside was a beautiful chaos: truckers comparing boots, kids losing their minds over slushies the size of small buckets, and a guy at the counter trying to buy a single banana and a windshield wiper. I headed for the restroom, and let me tell you, it was clean enough that I almost considered living there. Almost. The snack aisle was a spiritual experience--wall-to-wall trail mix, Hot Cheetos, and mystery meat sticks. I grabbed a soda, a slice of gas station pizza and got back on the road feeling satisfied. Love's isn't just a gas station. It's a strange, wonderful rest stop between "Where are we?" and "Are we there yet?" And in New Mexico, that's pretty much magic.

Off I 40 West this rest area was a quick stop. Very clean restrooms covered picnic tables to keep…read moreout the hot summer sun. Met our needs. Non potable water would recommend to other travelers

Fairly large area to park and get a break but there's no vending so that sucked. It's 19°…read morecurrently so hey I guess it's ok. Tons of trucks parked around the place as well so I guess they are enjoying it.

Stopped at Russell's Travel Stop while passing through Texas -- it's a solid spot for a break. The…read moreshowers are a bit outdated but still clean and decent enough to freshen up after a long drive. Staff was friendly, the place felt safe, and it had everything you'd expect from a classic travel stop. Not fancy, but it gets the job done!

This is one of the coolest gas station travel centers to stop at!!! Lots of funny signs, big…read morebathrooms, clean area, a cross, and a Chapel! I love that there is a quiet place provided to read and pray! They also play fun music and even have workout equipment!! There's a nice TV room, and even a dog park! The dog park is one of thee biggest I've seen at a travel center. It has plenty of room for your fur all to run and play. The workers are real friendly, gracious, and have southern hospitality. There are also cute old fashioned Coca Cola tables and chairs. The coffee is surprisingly delicious (I'm picky!) and there are tons of tea options. To add to all of this, the gas price was cheaper than anywhere around! Great stop. The provide a place to give thanks to Jesus, have a laugh, feel comfy, see cute stuff, and break a little sweat on the treadmill!

Pulled into the Glenrio Welcome Center right at the New Mexico state line, and it was such a great…read morefirst impression coming into the state. The staff were incredibly friendly--greeting everyone who walked in and genuinely making you feel welcome, which isn't always the case at rest stops. It added a nice human touch after a long stretch on the road. The facilities were clean and well-kept, making it an easy and comfortable place to stop, reset, and regroup. One thing I noticed--it looks like there may have been a gift shop here at some point, but it's no longer there (as of 3/15/26). Not a big deal, just something to note if you're expecting souvenirs. What really stood out was the layout of brochures--they're organized by region, which makes it super easy to find things to do depending on where you're headed. Perfect for spontaneous trip planning or discovering spots you hadn't considered. Overall, it's more than just a quick stop--it's a genuinely helpful and welcoming start to your New Mexico adventure. Great staff, clean space, and a perfect place to map out your next stop.

Stopped here for a break from driving & to use the bathroom. Very friendly employee working here…read moregave us tips on places to see & check out along our trip. Nice visitor center stocked with all sorts of maps, travel magazines & books, & tourist pamphlets for places to see & things to do.

The thing I will say about Loves is it's more than just gas, It's a convenient store with plenty of…read moreauto trucker type items as well. The gas is high quality. The bathrooms were clean, and the staff were keeping things stocked and clean. They also had some fresh cut fruit, which was a nice change of pace instead of regular junk food. They also usually have some type of hot food available, whether it's a restaurant that's part of it or a hot sandwich cold sandwich area.They have a consistent product. There's plenty of trucker services from showers to qas and parking that were adequate for the truckers and for vehicles.

An ok gas stations. There are plenty of pumps but they are really busy! You may have to wait a bit…read more Convenience store : They have all the usual snacks, food, and knick knacks. It does feel cramped and crowded in there between the aisles and people though Bathrooms: The bathroom was clean but there were only 3-4 stalls and a line the whole time. Only one soap dispenser worked and only 2 of the sinks. Pet area: They have a fenced pet area but it has no grass or cover from the sun... there is plenty of grass outside of that area and some doggy bag stations outside of it as well though.

What an absolutely delightful stay! Pulling into the lot and seeing people outside their rooms,…read morechatting and connecting, felt like a step back in time. Walking into the lobby and being warmly greeted by Rob made it even more special! The room was spotless and beautifully restored with such thoughtful touches. We especially loved FaceTiming the grands using the "old-time" wall phone--they got such a kick out of seeing and hearing us on a phone that plugged into the wall! The entire Blue Swallow experience captured a sense of nostalgia while still being incredibly comfortable. Thank you, Rob and Dawn, for your passion and joy in creating such a truly 5-star stay!

We had a great stay at Blue Swallow Motel! Very welcoming from the moment we arrived. The room was…read morevintage and very comfortable and quiet. Definitely plan to stay again!