Hacienda Motel
Tucson, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Hacienda Motel was built in 1946 and is a decent sized motel complex located off of busy North Oracle Road in Tucson. The motel complex has multiple roadside signs. I spoke to what I believe wha a representive of "new" ownership about 10 years ago and the motel was going to be invested in and upgraded to attract the modern tourist.
The motel was sold in 2022 and will be converted to apartments. 06-23
Frontier Motel (Closed)
Tucson, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
Check out the Frontier Motel located off the main highway in Tucson. The sign showcases the motel's amenities including air conditionin and air refrigeration.
The buildings on this property have been fenced off the the entire property along with a couple of neighboring motels are in limbo with potential option being all the propertiees being leveled and replaced with parking lots. 06-23
A close up of the Frontier Motel sign Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
Frontier Motel (Closed)
Tucson, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Arizona Motel still features its roadside sign just
off the street. This one lights up. The sign itself dates back to 1939 while the motel was built in 1930. 06-23
Blue Line Motel
Blythe, CA Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Blue Line Motel on Hobson Way has been a big part of the Blythe commercial area. Opening in 1950, the motel sign used to light up the main drag at night. While the sign still exists, the motel area itself is the site of a lot of activity.
Those were the days when neon signs were lit and rooms were $20. 06-23
Boots & Saddle Motel
Casa Grande, AZ
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Do you remember the days and nights when the Boots & Saddle Motel sign used to light up at night in Casa Grande. On this evening, the motel neon beckoned tired roadside travelers to its toom for rest and relaxation including a pool and TV. The Boots and Saddle Motel opened its doors almost 70 years ago in 1954. This place is definitely a survivor as many of the other roadside stops and their signage have disappeared.
After falling into disrepair in the 1970s, the motel was refreshed and now features long term living accommodtions. The movie was home to a movie set for Coyote Requiem about 10 years ago. 06-23
Redwood Lodge
Tucson, AZ Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Redwood Lodge and its neon sign lit up Benson Avenue a few decades ago. The sign advertised different credit cards, RCA TV, and kitchenettes to its weary travelers looking to stop for the night.
Fast foward a few decades adn the Redwood Lodge is still around, albeit for longer term veteran housing. 06-23
El Rancho Motel
Globe, AZ
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The El Rancho Motel in Globe features a popular and respected roadside name for old motels. The El Rancho has a neon sign with eye-catching color and lighting. It is located close to its neighbor the El Rey. 06-23
Blue Line Motel
