Downers Grove Motel
IL
Photo courtesy Don Gardner

The Downers Grove Motel in Illinois sports a huge arrow. The marquee itself looks to be in great shape. It's always interesting to see a motel sign that advertises "color TV."

Wayfare Motel
IL
Photo courtesy Don Gardner

The Wayfare Motel looks like a 1930's/40's marquee. Interesting to see how times have changed... you can get free Showtime here.

Seville Motel
Chicago, IL
Photo courtesy Jason Carlton

Here's a shot of the Seville Motel in Chicago.

Ohio House Motel
Chicago, IL
Photo and info courtesy Jason Carlton

Probably one of the last mid-century/roadside style hotels still left standing in the Chicago Loop District, the Ohio House Motel even features a coffee shop within the complex.

Melody Lane Inn
MO
Photo courtesy Kelly Coalier

The Melody Lane Inn features something original on its marquee... yes... it is a music note! This motel name and sign is fitting for its location in Branson, MO.

Cavalier Motel
Detroit, MI
Photo courtesy Kelly Coalier

The Cavalier Motel in Detroit, MI features an old vintage sign that hearkens back to the colonial days.

Chippewa Motel
Wisconsin Dells, WI
Photo courtesy Tony Craig

The Chippewa Motel in Wisconsin Dell, WI features a Native American headdress on its marquee.

Sunset Motel
Athens, OH
Photo courtesy Dirk Burhans

The Sunset Motel in Athens, OH sports a huge overhanging sharp boomerang/arrow, extending across the parking lot.

Basic Inn
Indianapolis, IN
Photo courtesy Emily Steele

Here's the Basic Inn Motel that states that it is still doing motel business in Indianapolis.

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