Astro Motel (Closed)
Santa Rosa, CA Photo by RoadsidePeek.com
The Astro Motel in Santa Rosa is a fine vintage roadside example
of the Astro motel chain that used to dot many towns. This one still lights up well at night.
UPDATE 08/12 : The Astro Motel is now closed and the motel itself is very run down. 08-12
Modern Motor Lodge
Lodi, CA Photo courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn
Here's the Modern Motor Lodge with its deco marquee. It's an throwback
to an earlier era and its old unique sign is refreshing.
Vista Motel
Rio Vista, CA Photo courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn
Here's a vintage sign for the Vista Motel. The rust
colors scream of the mid-century past.
Roberts Motel
Redding, CA Photo courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn
Here's an old rooftop sign for the Robert's Motel. Unfortunately
the neon no longer works.
UPDATE 08/12 : The Roberts Motel is no longer here on Market St. The motel is now called The Market Street Manor Motel and he rooftop sign is long gone. 08-12
Stardust Motel
Redding, CA Photo courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn
The Stardust Motel features a googie style marquee with
a rather prominent starburst. The motel and signage still remain as of a summer visit in 2012.
Villa Motel Photo courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn
Here's another shot of the Villa Motel, this time from a bit farther
back.