Tracy Staton of American Way magazine recently picked her 15 favorite vintage motels in the United States.
Both Wigwam Motels on Route 66 — the one in Holbrook, Ariz., and the one in Rialto, Calif. — made the cut.
I’m just disappointed this one didn’t make the list.
(Hat tip to Manoj Patel at the Wigwam in Rialto for pointing out this article.)
I have to agree with the three Wigwams and the Austin. I can only assume the author has not stayed at the Blue Swallow. I refuse to believe there is a motel on the planet that can top the Swallow … though I imagine the Shady Dell comes close.
I assume you are aware that we will be flying to New York in August to check out Kate’s Lazy Meadow. Vintage cabins done up in mid-century modern and owned by the woman who inspired my 10-year love affair with henna? Yes, please! We’ll just cruise out to Yasgur’s farm to catch Melanie Safka at the annual Woodstock reunion while we’re at it.