U.S. Route 66 is one of the most well-known roads in the nation, starting in Chicago, Illinois, and stretching all the way to Los Angeles, California. The highway even passes through New Mexico along the way. Thankfully, travelers on Route 66 in New Mexico have a lot of convenient choices in hotels.
- El Rancho Hotel
El Rancho Hotel is an historic accommodation located in the city of Gallup, New Mexico. The Route 66 hotel has a pleasant Southwestern style decor. It's frequently referred to as "Home of the Movie Stars" because many actors and actresses who made Westerns films stayed here in the past. Doris Day, Betty Grable, Humphrey Bogart, Jean Harlow, Kirk Douglas, and Gregory Peck all stayed at the hotel. El Rancho Hotel's on-site restaurant specializes in Mexican and American fare such as burgers, steaks, tamales, and tacos.
- Motel Safari
Motel Safari is a budget-friendly lodging option for drivers on Route 66. In business since 1959, the Tucumcari motel has been a staple for travelers for decades. Motel Safari has an attractive retro vibe, complete with a spacious Rockabilly theme suite. The contemporary guest rooms at the Motel Safari are equipped with convenient amenities such as LCD televisions, complimentary cable, wireless high-speed internet access, coffeemakers, and coffee. It's just minutes away from many dining establishments, shops, and regional attractions.
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Blue Swallow Motel
Blue Swallow Motel is another inexpensive lodging option for people passing through the area. Like the aforementioned motel, it's also in Tucumcari. In existence since 1939, Blue Swallow Motel is a cozy and friendly family-owned operation. All of the guest rooms at the Blue Swallow Motel have been designed in styles of the forties and fifties. As far as decor goes, no two guest rooms at this motel are the same. They all have attractive period furnishings, retro lighting, and old-timey artwork, however. Blue Swallow Motel has an on-site gift shop that sells souvenirs such as postcards, glassware, and guidebooks.
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Historic Route 66 Motel
Historic Route 66 Motel is yet another Tucumcari Route 66 accommodation. While the motel is tidy, organized, and peaceful, it has a very no-frills approach to decor. Historic Route 66 Motel is made up of various types of guest units, notably double rooms, queen rooms, king rooms, and mini suites. Some of the guest units even permit pets to stay. The rooms come with amenities such as microwave ovens, refrigerators, 25-inch televisions, work desks, easy chairs, and credenzas with two drawers.
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Route 66 Hostel
Route 66 Hostel is an excellent lodging choice for people who are looking to save money on Route 66 in New Mexico. Route 66 Hostel has a convenient location in bustling Albuquerque, merely minutes away from prominent area points of interest such as Old Town Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico. Constructed in 1905, Route 66 Hostel has a serene and relaxing ambiance. The hostel staff is accommodating, pleasant, and knowledgeable. Guests of the Route 66 Hostel can choose between rooms that have private or shared bathrooms. Rooms that aren't equipped with private bathrooms cost less. Other highlights of the hostel include free breakfast, a kitchen, and guest laundry.
