Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Pageant Motor Inn - Atlantic City, New Jersey

Pageant Motor Inn - Atlantic City, New Jersey

Actually a Convention Hall.
Just a step off the Boardwalk
Pacific at Mississippi Aves.
Jeff-Stacy Mangement.
Vacation or convention, Atlantic City's new luxurious Motel brings you into the very heart of Atlantic City life! Every room TV - air-conditioned ... year 'round swimming pool and sundeck area ... restaurant and cocktail lounge ... room service ... health baths ... free parking.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Beach Carousel Motel - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Beach Carousel Motel - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Beach Carousel Motel and Efficiencies
1300 Pacific Avenue
Virginia Beach, Virginia
"Fun-go-round" Resort Motel with temperature controlled pool, sun patio, luxurious decorator motel rooms and fully equipped efficiencies with color TV. 150 yards from ocean overlooking Holly Lake.

Saga Motor Hotel/Resort Motel - Anaheim, California

Saga Motor Hotel - Anaheim, California

"Right Across From Disneyland Entrance"
SAGA MOTOR HOTEL
1650 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
OPPOSITE DISNEYLAND PARK
100 Rooms - Complete Facilities
Coffee Shop - Restaurant - Cocktail Lounge
Gift Shop - Travel Service
For Reservations Phone PRospect 2-0440

Saga Motor Hotel - Anaheim, California

"The Beautiful Palm Fringed Saga Pool"
Saga Motor Hotels
1650 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
Opposite Disneyland Park
100 rooms - Complete Facilities - Coffee Shop - Restaurant - Cocktail Lounge - Hertz and TWA office.

Saga Resort Motel - Anaheim, California

1650 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
68 new units each with Telephone, TV & Hi-Fi, Air Conditioning, Wall-to-Wall Carpeting, Play Area, Two Heated Pools. Baby Sitter Service Available. Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge by the Lanzers. Room Service. AAA Approved. Member of the Congress of Motor Hotels.

Stardust Motor Hotel - Santa Monica, California

Stardust Motor Hotel - Santa Monica, California

3202 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, Calif. 90403
Centrally located to beaches, UCLA campus, all shopping, business and recreational areas and major freeways leading to Hollywood, Disneyland and all points of interest. Major credit cards honored.
Modern - Beautifully Furnished - TVs - Heated Pool - Room Phones - Spacious Kitchen Apts.
Hotel service at motel rates.

Holiday Inn City Line Ave. - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Holiday Inn City Line Ave. - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


1 block from Schuylkill Expressway
Philadelphia, Pa.
23 story building overlooking entire area. Luxurious rooms. Home of Philadelphia's only revolving rooftop restaurant, THE EMPIRE ROOM. Outdoor swimming pool - Easy accessibility from major highways - Free parking - Convention facilities.

Holiday Inn City Line Ave. - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


City Line Ave.
1 block from Schuylkill Expressway
Philadelphia, Pa.
23 story building overlooking entire area. Luxurious rooms. Home of Philadelphia's only revolving rooftop restaurant, the EMPIRE ROOM. Outdoor swimming pool - Easy accessibility from major highways - Free parking - Convention facilities.

Charter House Hotel - Anaheim, California

Charter House Hotel - Anaheim, California

Opposite Disneyland Entrance
1700 South Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
Enjoy spacious Charter House comfort in modern sleeping rooms. Swimming Pool and Cabanas - Children's Play Area - Rib Room for fabulous roast beef, dancing and entertainment nightly. Just across the street Disneyland offers hours of enjoyment.

Charlton Motel - Southern Pines, North Carolina

Charlton Motel - Southern Pines, North Carolina

40 Units
1/4 Mile of Southern Pines
On U.S. 1 Bypass
Individually controlled heat & air conditioning, carpeted, TV, Tub & Shower bath, Room phones, Children's playground, Swimming Pool, Lakefront rooms in rear. Golfing privileges. Also hunting and riding available. Good restaurant adjoining. A Superior Motel
Mr. & Mrs. Alton Scott, Owners-Managers

Mailed from Southern Pines, North Carolina to Marcel Gall of Butler, Pennsylvania on March 14, 1964:

Hi. This sure is a nice place.
See you.
Geo.

Sunset Towers - Palm Springs, California

Sunset Towers - Palm Springs, California

Beautiful
SUNSET TOWERS
N. Palm Canyon Dr. at 140 Via Lola
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF.
Palm Springs' smartest address: Luxury Town House Apartments - Telephones if desired - 24-Hour Koffee Kup - Home of World Famous "Don The Beachcomber"
Private Patios - Kitchens - Modern Decor. Occupancy by Day, Week, Month of Year.

George Washington Motor Hotel - Washington, Pennsylvania

George Washington Motor Hotel - Washington, Pennsylvania

Entrance of the Motor Hotel George Washington located in the heart of Washington, Pennsylvania. 140 attractive, air conditioned rooms with TV and radio. Three excellent dining rooms. From Interstate Highway 705, use Murtland Ave. Exit 75.

Friday, November 25, 2011

Cosmic Age Lodge / Inn of Tomorrow - Anaheim, California

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining/Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
MOON LEVEL LUXURY...DOWN TO EARTH RATES
On behalf of the Stovall family, we take great pride in present the Cosmic Age Lodge for your comfort and luxury. The lodge offers the finest accommodations available with all the convenience of the Space Age...
Member of the Best Western Motels.

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining/Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
We offer our guests two heated pools, wading pool, sauna, jacuzzi, AM/FM Color TV, and clean and comfortable rooms. A 24 hr. coffee shop and lounge are located next door for you convenience. Free Disneyland shuttle and all major tours available at desk to make you stay with us the Best!
member of the Best Western Motels.

Inn of Tomorrow - Anaheim, California
XXXX
1110 W. Katella
Anaheim, California 92802
Put Yourself in Our Space
Acclaimed by thousands as "the finest motel," "the wonder motel," "the motel of tomorrow"; and best of all it's your best western motel at Disneyland and the magic kingdom.

Mailed from Chicago, Illinois to Bozo's Circus at WGN-TV in Chicago, Illinois on August 30, 1983:

Girl - Verlena Johnson
xxx W. 96th Pl.
Chicago, Illinois

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining and Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
Acclaimed by thousands as "the finest motel," "the wonder motel," "the motel of tomorrow" and best of all it's your Best Western Motel at Disneyland and the Magic Kingdom.

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining and Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
The space bubble dividers, new styrene lighting, daring new interior colors, along with beautiful appointments in an exciting newer than tomorrow space age decor. . . all originated by The Stovall's for your best and most memorable vacation.

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining and Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
 Moon House. An exact replica of the first building to be sent to the moon, is the aluminum spherical geodesic "Moon House" at the pool.
The thermostatically regulated "Blue Moon Pool" is a dynamic likeness of the "Friendship Seven" capsule.
Member of the Best Western Motels

Inn of Tomorrow - Anaheim, California

1110 W. Katella
Anaheim, California
MOON LEVEL LUXURY...DOWN TO EARTH RATES...
On behalf of the Stovall Family, we take great pride in presenting the INN OF TOMORROW for your comfort and luxury. The lodge offers the finest accommodations available with all the conveniences of the INN OF TOMORROW...

Inn of Tomorrow - Anaheim, California

1110 W. Katella
Anaheim, California
Put Yourself in our Space
After a day of constant activity, you'll want to stop and really relax. It's time for a dip in our beautiful, newer than tomorrow, heated pool. Relax and enjoy the Sauna and Jacuzzi baths. For the children we have provided a safe and secure wading pool.
Member of the Best Western Motels.

Cosmic Age Lodge - Anaheim, California

Adjoining/Overlooking Disneyland
1717 S. Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, California
MOON HOUSE
An exact replica of the first building to be sent to the moon is the aluminum spherical geodesic "Moon House" at the pool.
The thermostatically regulated "Blue Moon Pool" is a dynamic likeness of the "Friendship Seven" capsule.
Member of the Best Western Motels.

Peter Pan Motor Lodge - Anaheim, California

Peter Pan Motor Lodge - Anaheim, California

2029 S. Harbor
Anaheim, California
Restaurant, air conditioned, private patio lanais, heated swimming pool, playground for barbecues, room phones, color televisions, tours arranged, family suites, walk to Disneyland.

L. Jamison Allen, Dockton, Wa.
Dexter Press
13474-D

Peter Pan Motor Lodge - Anaheim, California

"One Block South of Disneyland"
2029 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, California
Phone: JEfferson 7-4820
Luxury in a delightful setting of orange groves and lush tropical planting. Spacious rooms have individual patio overlooking the pool. Guest controlled electric air-conditioning and heating. Complimentary TV, Continental Breakfast.
Diners' Club, American Express, Carte Blanche, and Bank American accepted.

Peter Pan Motor Lodge - Anaheim, California

One block south of Katella at Disneyland
Peter Pan Motor Lodge
2029 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, California
Luxury in a delightful setting of lush tropical plantings. Spacious rooms have individual patio overlooking the heated pool. Guest controlled electric air-conditioning and heating. Complimentary TV, Coffee in Rooms.
Diners' Club, American Express, Carte Blanche, and Bank American accepted.

Space Age Lodge - Gila Bend, Arizona

Space Age Lodge - Gila Bend, Arizona

Coffee Shop & Dining Room
P.O. Box 706
Gila Bend, Arizona
"A new concept in SPACE-IOUS comfort"
On U.S. Highway 80 and State Highway 84, 2 blocks east of business center. 40 luxurious bedroom units, tub & shower combinations, room telephones, Color TV & Radio, Air-Conditioning, heated swimming pool. Coffee shop open 24 hours. AAA Approved. Member of the Best Western Motels.
"Moon Level Luxury - Down to Earth Rates"
We honor these credit cards:
American Oil, Carte Blanche, Phillips 66, Valley National Bank, Diners' Club, Inter-Bank, American Express, Mastercharge, Bank Americard

Monday, November 21, 2011

Musketeer Motel - Anaheim, California

Musketeer Motel - Anaheim, California

733 W. Katella
PR. 4-8065
Anaheim
Centered in Southern California vacationland. Revel in luxury at pleasing rates, Even lower off-season.
At south gate of DISNEYLAND.

Musketeer Motel - Anaheim, California


783 W. Katella
PR. 4-8065
Anaheim
Centered in Southern California vacationland. Revel in luxury at pleasing rates. Even lower off-season!
At south gate of Disneyland.

Midtown Motor Inn - Boston, Massachusetts

Midtown Motor Inn - Boston, Massachusetts

220 Huntington Avenue (Route C-9)
Boston 15, Mass.
Telephone Congress 2-100
Teletype BS 1117 (TWX)
161 spacious rooms, beautifully decorated, air conditioned, television, radio, direct-dial telephone. Free Parking. Swimming pool, steam and massage room. Located in middle of everything - cultural, business, theatre and shopping centers.

Aneth Lodge - Cortez, Colorado



U.S. 160 and The Navajo Trail
Cortez's outstanding Motel. Comfort controlled by Refrigerated Air Conditioning and Base Board Heating. Room Telephones and Free Television, Restaurant and Lounge nearby. Owner managed. AAA Approved. Member of the Congress of Motor Hotels.

STATUS: The Aneth Lodge is still there. The sign has been changed a bit and painted yellow but it is still there.

Sheraton Inn - Portland, Oregon

Sheraton-Portland Hotel - Portland, Oregon

GO NATIVE IN PORTLAND
Enjoy authentic food and drink of the South Seas in exotic Polynesian atmosphere at the Kon-Tiki Restaurant.
Created and supervised by Steve Crane.
Located at Sheraton-Portland Hotel, 1000 NE Multnomah, ample free parking space

Lloyd Center at Night - Portland, Oregon

From a 1963 postcard folder titled "Souvenir of Lloyd Center - Portland, Oregon" published by Curt Teich & Co.

Sheraton Inn - Portland, Oregon

1000 N.E. Multnomah St.
Portland, Oregon 97232
Oregon's newest luxury hotel, conveniently located in Lloyd Center near major highways. Free Parking, Swimming Pool and Cabanas; exotic menu and decor in fabulous Kon-Tiki Restaurant. Choice of twin bedrooms to exclusive suites, all air-conditioned.

Sheraton Hotel at Lloyd Center - Portland, Oregon

From a 1963 postcard folder titled "Souvenir of Lloyd Center - Portland, Oregon" published by Curt Teich & Co.

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Holiday Inn - Clearwater, Florida

Holiday Inn - Clearwater, Florida

400 U.S. 19 South
Clearwater, Florida
Comfort, convenience, service all within minutes of sparkling white beaches or the central business district. Private pool, landscaped patio, shuffleboard, horseshoe, putting green for your relaxation. A fashionable Holiday Inn Dining Room, Coffee Shop and Cocktail Lounge for the ultimate in dining.

Mailed from Clearwater, Florida to Mrs. Connor c/o Miss Rodgers of Steubenville, Ohio on June 11, 1967:

Dear Friends,
Leaving for Ill. next Friday will write you when we settled, hope you are feeling better. Just waiting for our friends. Love, Lucy

Roanoker Motor Lodge - Roanoke, Virginia

Roanoker Motor Lodge - Roanoke, Virginia

On U.S. Highways 11 & 220
4 miles North of Roanoke, Virginia
EMpire 6-0345 - 44' Swimming Pool - TV - Individual Control Air Conditioning & Electric Heat - Carpeted - Dressing Alcove - Room Telephones - FM Music - Opposite Howard Johnson's Restaurant. AAA Approved. A Quality Court.

Silver Sands Motel - Rockaway, Oregon

Silver Sands Motel - Rockaway, Oregon

201 S. Pacific Avenue
Rockaway, Oregon
The new, ocean front motel, one block from center of Rockaway. Motel includes 40 units built on the beach, indoor heated pool, telephones and color TV in all rooms. Many of the one and two bedroom units have kitchens. Restaurant nearby.

Silver Sands Motel - Rockaway Beach, Oregon

201 S. Pacific Avenue
Rockaway, Oregon
The newest, ocean front motel, one block from center of Rockaway. Motel includes 40 units built on the beach, indoor heated pool, telephones and color TV in all rooms. Many of the one and two bedroom units have kitchens. Restaurant nearby.

Treadway Inn - Batavia, New York

Treadway Inn - Batavia, New York


Located at N.Y. Thruway Exit 48
Fine food, cocktail lounge, TV, room phones, complete meeting facilities, outdoor pool. Near Batavia Downs.

Friday, November 18, 2011

Mohave Motel - Boulder City, Nevada

Mohave Motel - Boulder City, Nevada

708 Nevada Highway
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
Family accommodations, kitchens, free TV, free ice, fishing information. Pets welcome. Reasonable Rates.

Mailed from Boulder City, Nevada to Mr. & Mrs. George Lambert of Auburn, Michigan on February 20, 1967:

2-20-67
Dear Louise & George,
Well here we are at this motel till Thur. It has been so warm here, but quite cool soon as the sun goes down. We certainly had wonderful weather so far & the scenery around here is quite some thing. We had a nice trip so far found all the relatives & everybody was just grand. We are resting up a bit after all that visiting & going around. Will tryo to see the Grand Canyon after we leave here. Will say bye for now.
Love Hanna & Walter

Bryson Motel - Boise, Idaho

Bryson Motel - Boise, Idaho

2600 Fairview
Boise, Idaho
Boise's newest and finest. Located West edge of downtown Boise, on Highway's 30-20 & 26. Cooled by refrigeration; hot water heat; room telephone; ceramic tile baths; and television.

Mallard Cove Resort Cottages - Port Angeles, Washington

Mallard Cove Resort Cottages - Port Angeles, Washington

Rt. 1 - Box 433 - Lake Crescent 3631
Port Angeles, Washington
Walt and Susan Storman - Owner Hosts near Olympic National Park scenic area. AAA Approved.

Mailed from Port Angeles, Washington to Mr. and Mrs. Dale Larkins on July 15, 1966:

Hi! We are staying here for a couple of days. Grandpa and the children caught four trout this A.M. we had them for lunch! The Burkys

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Coral Plaza Motel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Coral Plaza Motel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

2701 North Federal Highway
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Located on U.S. Rt. 1, a short distance from the beach, shopping center, Banks, Churches, and all conveniences. 75 units, efficiencies and hotel rooms, with TV in each unit.

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel and Villas - Miami Beach, Florida

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel and Villas - Miami Beach, Florida

100% Air-Conditioned and Heated
19400 Collins Avenue - Miami Beach 54, Fla.
Telephone WIlson 7-4411
ROBERT H. PINKER, General Manager

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel and Villas - Miami Beach, Florida

The famous Golden Gate Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida.

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel, Cottages & Apartments - Miami, Florida

100% Air Conditioned and Heated
19400 Collins Ave. - Miami Beach 54, Fla.
Telephone: WIlson 7-4411
ROBERT H. PINKER, General Manager

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel, Cottages & Apartments - Miami Beach, Florida

100% Air Conditioned and Heated
19400 Collins Ave. - Miami Beach 54, Fla.
Telephone: WIlson 7-4411
ROBERT H. PINKER, General Manager

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel and Villas - Miami Beach, Florida

The Golden Gate Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida.
Designed to follow the sun and ocean breezes, it is truly an architectural masterpiece. View shows the private balconies and one the three pools. The Golden Gate development is the largest of its kind in Florida.

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel, Cottages & Apartments - Miami Beach, Florida

100% Air-Conditioned and Heated
THE GOLDEN GATE HOTEL
MOTEL AND VILLAS
19400 Collins Avenue - Miami Beach 54, Florida Telephone WIlson 7-4411
ROBERT H. PINKER, General Manager

Golden Gate Hotel, Motel, Cottages & Apartments - Miami Beach, Florida

100% Air-Conditioned and Heated
THE GOLDEN GATE HOTEL
MOTEL AND VILLAS
19400 Collins Avenue - Miami Beach 54, Florida Telephone WIlson 7-4411
ROBERT H. PINKER, General Manager

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Desert Sands Motel - Big Spring, Texas

Desert Sands Motel - Big Spring, Texas

Highway 80 West
Big Spring, Texas
Heated Swimming Pool, free television, tile baths and showers, central heating and refrigeration.
RESTAURANT and LOUNGE on premises. For reservations call AMherst 4-5582