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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 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.


THE BRIGHT NEON LIGHTS. The friendly, personable service. The individually unique rooms with authentic 1940s and 1950s decor. The Blue Swallow Motel, which was listed in the National Register of

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. 20, 2024

Motor Lodges Worth a Stay

While Route 66 may hold the largest number of retro motor lodges, they can be found…