Friday, August 31, 2012

The Monaco - Las Vegas, Nevada

The Monaco - Las Vegas, Nevada

Adjoining Desert Inn Hotel & Country Club, center of the Fabulous Strip, named after the famous French Resort, is the newest and most glamorous of Las Vegas' Motels - 71 large, elegantly furnished units with dressing rooms, queen size beds and large family units fit for a king, at low prices to suit every man's purse, plus refrigerated air-conditioning and a heated swimming pool.
3073 Las Vegas Blvd. So.,
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(Corner Desert Inn Road & "The Strip")

Mailed from Las Vegas, Nevada to Mr. & Mrs. Russell Fenton of Springfield, Ohio on July 27, 1974:

Hello!
Here's where we stayed in Las Vegas. Never felt the heat so hot, almost breathtaking. It's some town alright and an experience. The trip is going well and we've seen mant things - Howard & Willa

The Davenport / The Davenport Western Hotel - Spokane, Washington

Davenport Hotel - Spokane, Washington

Mailed from Spokane, Washington to Miss Helena Alison of Ellis, Kansas on June 20, 1916:

Helena,
Received your kind letter. Glad to hear from you. Bet at Colfax Wed. about 5 days then return. Remember to send my love to Mr. & Mrs. Rine.
JK

Davenport Hotel - Spokane, Washington

The Davenport Hotel is Spokane's largest  and most beautiful hotel. It has 500 outside guest rooms, 4 dining rooms and every modern convenience for the the pleasure and well being of its guests. This is a view of its spacious lobby.

Davenport Hotel - Spokane, Washington

Spokane, Washington

Mailed from Spokane, Washington to Beverly Mickelson at the Registrar of Deeds at the Court House in Watertown, South Dakota on September 20, 1957:

Dear Bev & Bill,
We are sitting in the lobby of the Davenport hotel (thurs) as usual. We got here early and have been shopping downtown. We have a real nice motel, Ate at Tanias. Will be in Portland tomorrow. Warden
  Davenport Western Hotel - Spokane, Washington

Distinguished visitors have called the Matador, at the Davenport Western Hotel, in Spokane, "one of the most exciting specialty rooms in America today." From food specialties both native and exotic...and a wide selection of wines and liquors...the guest is invited to turn a luncheon, the cocktail hour, or dinner, into a gala event.
The DAVENPORT Western Hotel - one of the great hotels of the world. Spokane, USA.



West 807 Sprague Ave.
Spokane, Washington
A Western Hotel
 
The Davenport Western Hotel - Spokane, Washington

Distinguished visitors have called the Matador, at the Davenport Western Hotel, in Spokane, "one of the most exciting specialty rooms in America today." From food specialties both native and exotic...and a wide selection of wines and liquors...the guest is invited to turn a luncheon, the cocktail hour, or dinner, into a gala event.

Mailed from Portland, Oregon to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Arnholm and Family of Croton-on-Hudson on July 29, 1965:

Had a wonderful dinner here last night. Very fancy and very good - on our way to Crystal Lake now. Love to you all. - xxxxxxx Grandma & Harry
Hotel Davenport - Spokane, Washington 

It's the "newest" place in Spoke
West 807 Sprague Ave.
Spokane, Washington

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Marriott Key Bridge Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.


On the Potomac overlooking the Georgetown section of Washington. Convenient to all attractions and Dulles International Airport. 225 rooms, Fairfield Inn restaurant, suites and meeting rooms.

Publisher Unknown
C-20667

Marriott Key Bridge Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Key Bridge
Washington 7, D. C.
225 rooms overlooking the Potomac River and Old Georgetown. Just 3 minutes from the White House
Marriott Key Bridge Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Chaparral

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

U.S. 1
On the shores of the Potomac only 5 minutes from downtown Washington and the Washington National Airport. Twin Bridges on Washington, D. C.
National 8-4200
A Quality Court

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

NAtional 8-4200 Washington 1, D.C.
Teleteype ARL VA 991
375 air conditioned, completely sound-proofed rooms. Free 21 inch television and Hi Fi radio. Free parking adjacent to rooms. Swimming Pool in the Summer, ice rink in the winter. 5 minutes to downtown Washington, D.C., National Airport and The Pentagon on US Route 1 and Virginia Route 350.

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Hot Shoppes Restaurant
On the shores of the Potomac only 5 minutes from downtown Washington.
Twin Bridges on Washington, D.C. National 8-4200.
"Washington's only outdoor ice-skating rink. Open all winter"
A Quality Court

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Hot Shoppes Restaurant
On the shores of the Potomac only 5 minutes from downtown Washington.
Twin Bridges on Washington, D.C. National 8-4200.
"Washington's only outdoor ice-skating rink. Open all winter"
A Quality Court

Marriott Motor Hotel - Washington, D.C.

Twin Bridges, on U.S. 1, Washington, D.C.
Sirloin & Saddle Room
Featuring char-broiled steaks over the open broiler. A Quality Court.

Air Host Inn - Atlanta, Georgia



Atlanta Airport
310 luxury rooms, swimming pool, patio - Delicious food at The Three Hearths - Cloud 9 Lounge for intimate cocktails - Ideal meeting and banquet facilities.

STATUS: Gone. Swallowed in to the Atlanta Airport. Sunshine Skies has a neat write-up on the Air host


Atlantan Hotel - Atlanta, Georgia

Atlantan Hotel - Atlanta, Georgia


Atlanta's finest moderate price hotel located in the center of the downtown Business, Entertainment and Shopping Area.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

The Hacienda - Fresno, California

The Hacienda of Las Vegas, Nevada and Fresno, Indio & Bakersfield, California

FRESNO HACIENDA - Highway 99 at Clinton Avenue just north of Fresno. World's finest and largest convention motel. The finest dance music, food and floor shows every night. Our famous Sunday Smorgasbord and daily Chuck Wagon will keep your mouth watering and your stomach happy.

Fresno Hacienda - Fresno, California

Highway 99 at Clinton, Fresno, Calif.
Centrally located in the heart of California, the fabulous Las Vegas Room is ideal for Shows or Conventions - Two Swimming Pools - Entertainment Nightly - Gourmet Buffet - World Famous Mermaid Show

The Edgewater - Honolulu, Hawaii

The Edgewater - Honolulu, Hawaii

Popular Priced Bungalow Hotel
2169 Kalia Rd.
Honolulu, Hawaii

Mailed from Honolulu, Hawaii to Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Maine of Osceola, Indiana on March 24, 1952:

3/24/52
Hi There -
We leave here 3/29/52 on United Airline Flight 34 - 6:30 P.M. Arrive L.A. 7 A.M.April 1st.
Turn on the warm weather. We are fine. Ray & Marge
See you around April 10.

The Fallsview - Ellenville, New York

The New Fallsview - Ellenville, New York

Open the Year Round
Tel. Ellenville 1600
As modern as tomorrow - Magnificent design and decor - Luxurious Accommodations - Air Conditioned throughout - Glass-Enclosed Tropicana Indoor Pool and Health Club - All Sports.

Mailed from Napanoch, New York to Edward B. Knight in Ithaca, New York on September 22, 1956:

They called you to work for holidays but I them you all ready had gone to school. Cark was voted class present, last Sunday. Please look up Methodist Church. - Mother

Magikolor by Max Schwartz Co.
2474

The Fallsview - Ellenville, New York

Open the Year Round
Tel. Ellenville 1600
Luxurious Lobby in the New Main House...As modern as tomorrow. Air-Conditioned Throughout. Glass-enclosed Tropicana Indoor Pool and Health Club.

A Superchrome by Bill Bard Associates Card
101466

The Fallsview - Ellenville, New York

Open the Year 'Round
Tropicana Indoor Pool and Health Club... Indoor Ice Skating Rink... Fabulous Nite Club.. Air Conditioned Throughout... Championship Golf Course on Premises.

The Fallsview - Ellenville, New York

Fantasy Room Nite Club...Indoor Pool and Health Club...Indoor Skating Rink...Championship Golf Course on Premises...Indoor-Outdoor Tennis...Racquetball.

The Escape - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The Escape - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Gay splash parties at our large fresh water swimming pool. Malay Lounge, Malayan Dining Patio, Bali Bar, Par-3 golf course, TV in each room.
THE ESCAPE - A Gill Hotel

The Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois

Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois


2268 guest rooms, 2268 baths, 268 servidors; located in the heart of Chicago facing on State Street, Monroe Street and Wabash Avenue, rising 24 stories, replacing the famous Palmer House built in 1871 and still one of America's best hotels.

Mailed from Chicago, Illinois to Mr. & Mrs. E.J. Gallant & Family of Delaware, Ohio On July 10, 1951:

Tuesday
Dear Folks,
We got here yesterday morning and so far our main project has been creating a library with Mr. Lindquist (county librarian) who believes in making a thorough job of anything. Jan & I are next door to the assistant librarian who believes sightseeing is important too so we can go around with a clear conscience.
Charlotte

The Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois

Created and Supervised by Trader Vic
The Traders at The Palmer House
bringing to Chicago the atmosphere, food and splendor of the South Sea Islands - fabulous run drinks, barbecued meats from Chinese ovens, and the finest Continental cuisine.

Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois

The famous Empire Room of the Palmer House is renowned for its presentation of America's finest floor shows and outstanding dance orchestras.

The Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois

The Empire Room
Famous for its "Parade of Stars" the green and gold supper club presents the greatest stars in the entertainment world and dancing nightly until 2 A.M. French cuisine and service are specialties for luncheon and dinner.

Mailed from Chicago, Illinois to Mr. & Mrs. M.H. Wessel Jr. of South Bend, Indiana on April 2, 1969:

Hello,
Just a few lines to say hello. The sessions are very good - weather not bad.
Will write more when I arrive back home. Love, Mom.

P.S. Enjoyed your visit.

State Street - Chicago, Illinois

State Street looking north. In immediate foreground is the marquee of "The Palmer House", one of Chicago's most famous landmarks. Marina Towers, a recent addition to Chicago's beauty and development can be seen in background.

Cameo Greeting Cards
Copyright 1965 Dexter Press
DT-3192-C

Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois


Palmer House Conveniently located in the heart of Chicago's loop, The Palmer House with 2250 rooms is one of the world's largest and most beautiful Hotels. Air-conditioned rooms are available. Home of the popular Empire Room where America's greatest entertainers are featured. Telephone: Randolph 6-7500. Teletype: CG 698.
State and Monroe Streets, Chicago, Illinois

The Palmer House - Chicago, Illinois

A Hilton Hotel
The elegant Palmer House lobby reflects the opulence with which Potter Palmer designed and built the original hotel more than a century ago. The present structure also includes this enclosed shopping arcade where visitors enjoy browsing through dozens of shops.

Mailed from Kouts, Indiana to Bozo's Circus at WGN-TV in Chicago, Illinois on June 20, 1979:

GIRL
Lila Rommelmann
Kouts, Indiana
Age 5

The Portland Hilton - Portland, Oregon

The Portland Hilton - Portland, Oregon

Premier Hotel of the Northwest
Complete Convention Facilities. Unique DRIV-OTEL features Conveniences of a Fine Motor Inn, with Downtown Location. Heated Swimming Pool. Superb View. Canlis Restaurant on Top Floor.
921 SW 6th Street
Portland 5, Oregon

Wherever you go use CARTE BLANCHE the all-purpose credit card

Clift Hotel - San Francisco, California

Clift Hotel - San Francisco, California


THE FRENCH ROOM - adjoining the famous Redwood Room, has a quiet, elegant atmosphere, warmly lighted by 17th century crystal chandeliers. The French Room features the same fine cuisine as in the Redwood Room. Service from London Simpson carts, featuring Road Beef served with Yorkshire Pudding, and other daily specialties.


Clift Hotel - San Francisco, California

The Redwood Room
One of San Francisco's famous restaurants. Fine food in an atmosphere of elegance and dignity. Prime Rib at its best, served from London Simpson carts, with Yorkshire Pudding and Creamed Horseradish Sauce.

 Clift Hotel - San Francisco, California

The Redwood Room - is unexcelled for fine dining. With its huge panels of 2000-year-old Redwood and the spacious bar, it conveys a feeling of masculinity that has for years appealed to leading San Francisco executives and their wives. Service is from the London Simpson carts featuring Roast Beef served with Yorkshire Pudding, as well as other daily specialties

The Saharan Hotel - Hollywood, California

The Saharan Hotel - Hollywood, California

7212 Sunset Boulevard
Hollywood, California
Hollywood's newest and finest hotel, located on palm-lined Sunset Blvd. in the heart of the film capital of the world.

William Hilton Inn - Hilton Head, South Carolina

William Hilton Inn - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Colorful map room featuring ancient maps of Hilton Head Island and the South Carolina coastline. The William Hilton Inn fronts on a 13-mile stretch of unbroken Atlantic Ocean beach. Exceptional cuisine, spacious rooms, beautiful appointments, make the Inn a favorite year 'round vacation center. Located on historic Hilton Head Island.

Color Photo by Kenneth Rogers
Photo Arts, Winnsboro, S.C.
53994-B

William Hilton Inn - Hilton Head, South Carolina


Entrance to the dining room at the ocean front William Hilton Inn, Hilton Head, South Carolina. The dining room features Carolina Low Country cuisine and local sea food.

Tanglewood Lodge - Shreveport, Louisiana

Tanglewood Lodge - Shreveport, Louisiana

U.S. 79 & 80 (West)
5700 Greenwood Road
Shreveport, La.
The Home of Gracious, Old Time Hospitality awaits your stay among the Pines at Tanglewood. We strive to make your visit an enjoyable one. 32 Units. Room TV. Heated Swimming Pool. 100% Air Conditioned. Children's Playground. Wall to Wall carpeting. Restaurant. Tile baths.
Mr. & Mrs. Wm. H. Schaub Owners & Operators. AAA Approved. Recommended by Duncan Hines. Member of the Best Western Motels.

Tanglewood Lodge - Shreveport, Louisiana

U.S. 79 & 80 (West), 5700 Greenwood Road.
The Home of Gracious, Old Time Hospitality awaits your stay among the Pines at Tanglewood. We strive to make your visit an enjoyable one. 32 Units - Heated Swimming Pool - Children's Playground - Restaurant - Room T.V. - 100% Air Conditioned - Wall to Wall carpeting - Tile baths. Mr. & Mrs. Wm. H. Schaub, Owners & Operators
AAA Approved. A Superior Motel

The Huntington Hotel - Pasadena, California

Huntington Hotel - Pasadena, California

Located in the fashionable Oak Knoll district of Pasadena and surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens with its valuable collections of ships models and paintings,

Mailed from Industry, California to Mrs. Harry Hupp of San Gabriel, California on January 8, 1977:

Dear Lita,
Greetings from S.G.
(This is not where I am asking you & Ginny to lunch!) however, I'd love to take you both someplace we would all enjoy.
Please give me a call one of these day & I hope we can all get together soon, Love, Rosemary

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Yankee Clipper Hotel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Yankee Clipper Hotel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The fabulous Yankee Clipper Hotel, Ft. Lauderdale's most modern hotel.

Florida Natural Color
A Koppel Color Card
FNC-4256
43967


Yankee Clipper Hotel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Air view of famed
YANKEE CLIPPER HOTEL
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A Gill Hotel

Mailed from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Miss Terry Lynn Derr of Pickerington, Ohio on February 7, 1966:

Mon. A beautiful day, we've been in the pool and the Ocean. Going to Pompano to the Races tonite - We may fly over the Nassau Wed - Mother and Dad

Yankee Clipper - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Dancing and entertainment nightly in the beautiful Polynesian Rooms. Completely air conditioned, each room has private balcony and TV.
YANKEE CLIPPER
A Gill Hotel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Your complete vacation resort

Yankee Clipper Hotel - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The fabulous Yankee Clipper Hotel.

Dukane Scenics, Hollywood, Florida
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A GILL HOTEL
Gill Hotels:
FORT LAUDERDALE
Sheraton
Yankee Clipper
Jolly Roger
Escape
NASSAU, BAHAMAS
Sheraton
British Colonial

Westward Ho Hotel - Phoenix, Arizona

Hotel Westward Ho - Phoenix, Arizona

THE CONCHO ROOM
A distinctive dining room, decorated in modern Indian motif so characteristic of the great Southwest. Superb food and name entertainment year 'round.

Westward Ho Hotel - Phoenix, Arizona

Swimming Pool and Patio at Hotel Westward Ho - Phoenix, Arizona

Mailed from Phoenix, Arizona to Mrs. D. Dearringer of Easton, Pennsylvania on September 30, 1963:

Sorry to hear you were in hospital - hope you are now 100% again. Remember us to all the family. If you ever get out this way come and see us. "The Vreelands"