Tewa Lodge
Albuquerque, NM Photos and info courtesy Adriene Biondo
The Tewa Motor Lodge was built in 1946 and has a historic listing
on both
the State and National Register. On Old Route 66 between San Mateo and
San
Pedro.
(Far right) A closer look at the neon lit sign at the Tewa Lodge located off of Central Avenue in Albuquerque
Monterey Motel
Albuquerque, NM Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Monterey Motel features a well lit neon marquee that captures your eye as you turn around the bend along Central Avenue. This Monterey is unique as it proclaims itself as a "non-smokers motel". By the looks of things, the place is also popular as the no vacancy sign was lit. 10-08
Monterey Motel
Albuquerque, NM Photo courtesy Matthew Hands
UPDATE 01/09 : Here's a shot of the Monterey Motel showing the front of the office building and the drive-up entranceway. 01-09
Robin Hood Motel
Raton, NM Photo and info courtesy Larry Glass
The Robin Hood Motel features a classic 60's neon sign and is still in operation. 11-07
Cactus RV Park
Tucumcari, NM Photo and info courtesy Larry Glass
Here's the neon sign for the Cactus RV Park. The Cactus used to be an old motel that has been transformed to a RV park. Fortunately, the neon sign and lettering for the "Cactus" was saved and restored despite the transition from the old motor court. 03-07
Pony Soldier Motel (Closed)
Tucumcari, NM Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Pony Soldier Motel is one of the old roadside motels that is still open along historic Tucumcari Boulevard in Tucumcari. Well, at least it used to be open. Unfortunately, although the motel still remains, the Pony Soldier's doors appeared to have been closed as of Summer 2008. The sign no longer lights at night as the motel stands vacant. 10-08
UPDATE 07/10 : The motel itself has been demolished, though the sign itself is still standing. 07-10
Santa Fe Lodge
Santa Fe, NM Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
Here's the Santa Fe Lodge marquee all lit up for business on Route 66 in Santa Fe. The Santa Fe Lodge is located right along Route 66 in this historic town. Check out the bright neon colors on this sign, guaranteed to at least capture the attention of motorists and turn a head or two. 10-08
Here's a shot of the marquee at the Pioneer Motel in Albuquerque, NM. Despite the closure of many of the old motels along Central Avenue, the Pioneer still glows on during a typical evening. 01-09
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