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Motels Main | Country | Googie | Neon | Other | Route 66 | Midwest Main Here are motels that make you feel like you're out in the country. The rural charm of America. The tranquility that seems to slip by anytime. The simpleness that disappears every time a new town gets cable TV. (Though it is nice!) Other than that, what separates this section from the Roadside Motels Midwest section? Let's find out.
Check out the Old Orchard Motel located out in Fremont, OH> The motel sign features a tree as well as an oversized star, making a pretty interesting marquee.
Look for a hot tub for two or even a free rubber ducky? Then the Presidential Inn of Cicero, IL is the place for you. Do you live nearby? Don't worry... get a room here and you'll still receive a free rubber ducky.
The Powhatan Motel in Pocahontas (sound familiar?), Illinois sports an arrowhead theme.
The Ramada Inn in Effingham, Illinois is a huge sign. Still in great shape, this Ramada Inn sign is one of the more unique ones of this lodging chain.
Urbana, IL is home to the Country Squire Motel. An interesting yet simple relic.
The marquee for the Missouri River Inn in Rocheport, MO comes complete with a carriage with wheels on top of the roof.
This photo of the Drake Motel in Springfield, OH looks like something out of a 60's picture book. The tranquil setting harkens one back to the days when the air was clear and traffic was nil. Update 03/08 :
More treasures from Wisconsin... The Mayflower Motel is a neon sign centered around an image of the Mayflower ship. Quite pertinent for the Thanksgiving season!
The 2 Acres Motel in Greenville, IL is ready for all types of extreme weather. Of course, until deregulation kicks in...
The Indian Trail Motel sign sports the classic roadside motel look. Simple, yet elegant in the way it captures the unsuspecting traveler's attention.
Motels Main | Country | Googie | Neon | Other | Route 66 | Midwest Main
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The Drake Motel was demolished on November 9, 2005 to make way for new retail development. The Drake Motel was stated to have been a haven for blight and crime. 
