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AZ Motel Main | Neon | Other | Route 66 | AZ Main
Here's another grand old Southwestern sign in the shape of a cactus. The La Siesta Motel sports a friendly looking marquee that appears to wave a hello. Or else my eyes are starting to go...
Here's a nice motel facade for the Apache Motel in UPDATE 12/06 : The Apache Motel in Prescott is still going strong. Apache Motel The marquee shows Apache Lodge while the side of the motel building shows Apache Motel. 12-06
The Arizona Sunset Motel looks to be a former member of the Imperial 400 chain of motels.
Here's a shot of the Balboa Motel marquee, complete with hole on top to hook a piece of string.
The Ghost Ranch Lodge in Tucson was built in 1941 and is an interesting stop, especially if you're looking for last minute lodging at night. UPDATE 03/06 : The Ghost Ranch Lodge closed down in 2005 to become senior housing. Not sure of the fate of the grand neon sign. 03-06 UPDATE 12/08 : November 29, 2008 saw the landmark Ghost Ranch Lodge catch fire, burning two buildings and partially burning the restaurant and lounge. Word is the fire may have been intentionally set and is being investigated by Tucson fire investigators and police. According to the Arizona Daily Star, the Ghost Ranch Lodge had been closed since 2005 after having been in business for over 60 years. After being sold to a new owner 2007, plans to convert the old motel to low-cost elder housing fell through earlier this year. 12-08
Although the building itself looks quite ordinary, the Tiki Motel still sports an interesting marquee.
Check out the large marquee that sits outside the Tucson Inn, beckoning wayward motorists to its lodging accommodations.
This neon sign for the Butterfield Stage Motel is a real dandy. Check out the lit up horse drawn carriage.
This Pool Lamp is one of many that once surrounded a pool in a Mobile Home park in Tucson, AZ. What an interesting looking lamp.
Here's the googie like Jacaranda Resort Apartments of Scottsdale, AZ. This "resort" complex is within walking distance of downtown Scottsdale.
Out in Yuma, Arizona stands the El Rancho Motel. Tucked away just off the roadside, the El Rancho is still open for business.
Well, the El Rancho Motel may still be in business but this one is not. The Bell Shore Motel appeared to have some significant fire damage. The marquee still stands.
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