The Glass Pool Inn was an old 1950's era motel that was a fine example of the type of roadside lodging that was common along the Las Vegas Strip in the mid-century era. The Glass Pool was originally name the Mirage Motel, but sold its name to Steve Wynn who was building the Mirage Casino and Hotel in 1989.
The famous pool portholes
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The Glass Pool Inn distinguished itself from the typical roadside motel with its unique pool, which featured glass windows to see in and out of. These port hole shaped windows are quite eye-catching for those that pass by along Las Vegas Blvd and was the scene for many movies.
Glass Pool Inn marquee
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The motel closed its doors in 2003 after over 50 years in operation. The motel units, offices, and the pool itself were razed shortly thereafter in 2004 and just the sign remained, standing lonely by itself above the empty lot.
Glass Pool Inn
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Glass Pool Inn
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At dusk the marquee with its backlight would light up in same blue hue as the swimming pool water. When the place was open, the Glass Pool Inn offered the standard amenities to customers, including color TV, phones, laundromat service, kitchens, and satellite TV.
Check out the way the swimming pool shows off its colors as dusk settles along Las Vegas Blvd.
Glass Pool Inn
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