Motor Lodges
The roadside motel is hip again. So pack up your favorite ride and hit Route 66 for a trip to remember with a night—or two!—at these classic spots to rest your head.
Where to Stay / Feb 21, 2024
Rediscover the Magic of Route 66
Along New Mexico’s Route 66, the motor lodge is once again hip, whether as a nostalgic nod to the past or a modern take on a classic.
By Lynn Cline
Where to Stay / Feb. 21, 2024
Experience the Mystical Vibes
A vintage Santa Fe motel is now a high-desert refuge for travelers and city dwellers.
Where to Stay / Feb. 21, 2024
Route 66 Motels Lost to History
These roadside motels may be gone, but they’re not forgotten.
Where to Stay / Feb. 28, 2024
History Meets Modern at El Rey Court
Experience the timeless charm of El Rey Court, a historic motor inn turned trendy hotel.
Where to Stay / Feb 28, 2024
A Historic Gem on Route 66
With its iconic neon and midcentury appeal, Blue Swallow Motel offers a comfortable roost for Tucumcari travelers.
Where to Stay / Mar. 20, 2024
Discover Retro Charm in Ratón
With its turquoise exterior and eclectic collection of 1950s antiques, the Raton Pass Motor Inn…
Where to Stay / Mar. 13, 2024
Motels Making a Comeback
El Vado Motel isn’t the only Route 66 spot dedicated to restoration and reinvention.
Where to Stay / Mar. 13, 2024
Go Retro on Route 66
While there are many Sands Motels across the Southwest, the retro 1950s-era budget…
Where to Stay / Mar. 13, 2024
El Rancho Lights Up the Mother Road
El Rancho Motel revs up its rooms with themed decor to give visitors a window into…
Where to Stay / Mar. 20, 2024
Motor Lodges Worth a Stay
While Route 66 may hold the largest number of retro motor lodges, they can be found…