Hotels and Motels I've stayed at in America
A List of Accommodations other than Bed & Breakfasts I've Sampled.
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ARIZONA
Kingman
Ramada Kingman, Kingman, AZ
What a lovely find this inn was, right off the Interstate, pristine gardens, comfortable and clean room and a fantastic made-to-order complimentary breakfast!  Loved the colorful murals of stars of yesteryear on the outside walls. $54 per night (excl. tax) because we used our AARP discounts cards and the hotelcoupon.com booklet! (11/15)
Full review
Rates: $89.99 per night (excl. tax).  (Check out their website for latest rates and use the coupons!)
Contacts: www.RamadaKingman.com
3100 Andy Devine Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401
Telephone: (928) 753-6262
E-mail: frontdesk@ramadakingman.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ramada-kingman
Free wi-fi
Off-street parking and pet friendly.
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CALIFORNIA
Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, San Francisco
Executive Inn, Fresno, CA
Not the greatest and not the worst I've stayed in.  A little rundown but comfortable and clean beds and room and at this price, would definitely stay here again.  Just off the busy highway and a little noisy. (11/15)
Full review
Rates: from $50.00 (+ tax).  (Check out their website for latest rates and specials and use the coupon booklet.)
Contacts: www.executiveinnfresno.com
1087 N. Parkway Drive, Fresno, CA 93728
Telephone: (559) 268-0741
E-mail: fresnoexecutiveinn@gmail.com
Free wi-fi (mine didn't work) and off-street parking available, pet friendly and free breakfast.

Motel 6, Los Angeles, CA
This had to be the bargain of the year.  $56.99 per night (incl. tax) in the heart of Hollywood!  A few blocks away (0.38 mi) from the Red Line on the subway (Hollywood & Highland), this is the perfect location for a tourist in Los Angeles.  The hotel was a little rickety but just fine.  Hollywood Boulevard is within spitting distance and so is Grauman's Chinese Theatre, the Kodak Theatre, souvenir stores, the walk of fame, the subway station, bus lines, and so much more.  The Red Line on the subway will take you to Universal Studios and is just a stop or two away.  I highly recommended using this Motel 6—this was the third time I had stayed there and it's so central.  I also got complimentary coffee in the morning downstairs in the foyer. (9/05)
Rates: $56.99 per night (incl. tax).  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.motel6hollywood.com/
1738 N. Whitley Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
Telephone: (323) 464-6006   Toll-free: 1-800-466-8356
E-mail: reservations@motel6hollywood.com

Motel 6, Monterey, CA
A little far out of the center of Monterey but on the bus route.  Quiet setting with a pool.  More expensive than Hollywood but adequate with friendly and helpful staff.  Complimentary coffee in the foyer in the mornings. (9/05)
Rates: $69.99 (excl. taxes).  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.motel6.com/en/motels.ca.monterey.5.html
2124 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Telephone: (831) 646-8585   Toll-free: 1-800-466-8356
E-mail: www.motel6.com (try and email via their website)

Redwood Inn, San Francisco, CA
Friendly and helpful staff and neat and clean.  Convenient to all there is to see in this wonderful city. (9/02)
Full review
Rates: $67.26 (including taxes) per night.  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.sfredwoodinn.com
1530 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
Telephone: (415) 776-3800   Toll-free: 1-800-221-6621
E-mail: info@sfredwoodinn.com

San Remo Hotel, San Francisco, CA
Very conveniently located near Fisherman's Wharf.  Friendly and helpful staff and although just a room (shower and loos down the hall, rather like a European pension), quite comfortable if not a little noisy.  Victorian-style building with character.  No elevator. (11/15)
Full review
Rates: from $79.00 (+ tax).  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.sanremohotel.com
2237 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Telephone: (415) 776-8688 or 1-800-352-7366
E-mail: info@sanremohotel.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanremohotel
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesanremohotel
Free wi-fi, parking at $18 a day, pet friendly.

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COLORADO
Denver, Durango, Estes Park, Grand Junction, Montrose, Salida
Ramada Midtown Denver Denver, CO
What a dump!  No PR even from the hotel manager.  Rooms scruffy and really rundown but comfortable and clean bed and clean shower, thankfully.  I'd have to think three times before wanting to save money and stay here again!  Filthy. (11/15)
Full review
Rates: from $79.00 (excluding taxes) per room per night.)
Contacts: www.ramada.com
2601 Zuni Street, Denver, CO 80211
Telephone: (303) 433-6677
Free wi-fi (mine didn't work)
Off-street parking available and complimentary breakfast.
Budget Inn Durango, Durango, CO
Neat and clean rooms, and courtyard, and not too far from the Durango & Silverton train station.  (9/03)
Rates: $31.00 (excluding taxes) per room per night.  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.budgetinndurango.com/
3077 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301
Telephone: (970) 247-5222   Toll-free: 1-800-257-5222
E-mail: budgetinndurango@gmail.com

Beaver Brook on the River, Estes Park, CO
Fabulous condo-style accommodations right along the river.  Two-story apartments with beautiful decor and a decent kitchen, if you feel like catering yourself.  Bathrooms on both floors and a lovely shower upstairs.  There is a small balcony with a table and chairs off the main room downstairs that overlooks the rambling river outside.  Very convenient for a visit to the Rocky Mountain National Park and also to gorgeous shops and restaurants in Estes Park.  (9/11)
Full review (scroll down)
Rates: ask about rates or check out their website.
Contacts: www.beaverbrookontheriver.com
1700 Hwy 66, Estes Park, CO 80517
Telephone: (970) 577-0202   Toll-free: 1-800-794-7857
E-mail: info@beaverbrookontheriver.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beaverbrookestes
Twitter: twitter.com/beaverbrookestes
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.
Please visit their website for up-to-date information.

Tiny Town Cabins, Estes Park, CO
Gorgeous little cabins fully furnished with catering equipment in a lovely little kitchen.  Sitting room with outside sitting area and a spacious bedroom was all I needed to feel quite content.  The bathroom is huge and quite luxurious.  Away from the road so pretty quiet.  (9/11)
Full review
Rates: from $90 to $165 depending on when you visit.  Minimum reservation is two nights.  Do check out their website for up-to-date information and rates.
Contacts: www.tinytowncabins.com
830 Moraine Avenue, Estes Park, CO 80517
Telephone: (970) 577-0202   Toll-free: 1-800-794-7857
E-mail: info@tinytowncabins.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinytowncabins
Twitter: twitter.com/tinytowncabins
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.

America's Best Value Inn, Grand Junction, CO
A very good night's sleep on a very comfortable and large bed.  Iron and ironing board, mini fridge, hair dryer, coffee machine and large screen TV rounded out this nice little spot.  Friendly and courteous staff, swimming pool if you're brave enough, large parking area, and free wifi along with a free breakfast.  What's not to like?  (10/13)
Full review
Rates: from $69 a night.  Check the website for manager's specials.
Contacts: www.abvihorizoninn.com
754 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction, CO 81506
Telephone: (970) 245-1410
E-mail: abvihorizoninn@bresnan.net
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horizoninn
Free wi-fi and off-street parking and swimming pool.

Hampton Inn, Grand Junction, CO
A very central hotel close to the fun of Main Street and an easy walk to the Amtrak station.  Comfortable beds and a scrumptuous complimentary breakfast!  Flat-screen TV, microwave, little fridge, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, gym, and computers and printers on the ground floor. (04/16)
Full review
Rates: From $97.00 (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: Website
205 Main Street, Grand Junction, Colorado, 81501
Telephone: (970) 243-3222
Fax: +1-970-254-8208
Free Wi-Fi and Off-street parking ($6.00) and pet friendly.

Quality Inn & Suites, Montrose, CO
A clean place to stay and very quiet as it's off the busy road.  Comfortable beds and I loved the little pillows.  Little fridge and microwave in the room and a nice hot complimentary breakfast. (5/16)
Full review
Rates: Please check with inn for rates.  (We paid less than $80)
Contacts: www.choicehotels.com/quality-inn
2751 Commercial Way, Montrose, CO 81401
Tel: (970) 249-1011
Twitter: twitter.com/choicehotels
Free wi-fi.  Off-street parking available, gym and swimming pool.
Check ahead of time regarding pets.

Mountain Motel, Salida, CO
Mountain Motel greets you as you approach Salida from the north.  A quaint motel reminiscent of the 60s which has been renovated with the intention of bringing back memories of road travel back in the day.  My room had everything I could have needed, right down to an ice bucket.  Beds were exceptionally comfortable and everything was so quiet and peaceful.  (9/12)
Full review
Rates: from $79.99 - $113.50 per cottage.  Check the website for family suites and rooms.
Contacts: www.mountainmotel.net
1425 E. Hwy 50, Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4420   Toll-free: 1-866-542-3094
E-mail: guests@mountainmotel.net
Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Mountain-Motel/395808420457966?fref=ts
Twitter: twitter.com/mountainmotelco
Free wi-fi.  Off-street parking.
Check ahead of time regarding pets.

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ILLINOIS
Chicago
Red Roof Inn, Chicago, ILL
What a wonderful location in the heart of Chicago.  Lovely building a block off Michigan Ave (Magnificent Mile) and on many bus routes, and within walking distance of so many attractions such as the Hancock Center Observatory and the Water Tower and many top-of-the-range department stores.  Go the other way and you'll see the Wrigley Building and the Chicago River.  I even saw Alan Alda being interviewed on radio at the viewing window of the WGN Radio 720am building!  My room was terribly cramped and had a hairdryer and iron and ironing board. (9/05)
Rates: $109.99-$139.99 and $129.99-$149.99  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.redroof.com/
162 E. Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Telephone: (312) 787-3580 or Toll-free: 1-800-733-7663
E-mail: i0281b@redroof.com (or email on their website)
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LOUISIANA
New Orleans
St. Vincent's Guest House, New Orleans, LA
Simply delightful.  Very helpful and courteous staff and exceptionally pretty and well-maintained house and a great breakfast too. (9/02)
Rates: $38.76 (including taxes - A Bargain!) per night.  (Check out their website for latest rates.)
Contacts: www.stvguesthouse.com/
1507 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Telephone: (504) 302-9606
E-mail: streservations@gmail.com or Skype at stvguesthouse
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NEVADA
Las Vegas, Winnemucca
Harrah's, Las Vegas, NV
I booked through booking.com and got a great rate for this lovely old hotel slap bang in the middle of the Strip.   Very convenient to all sights.  The room was huge and quiet.  The bathroom was nice and roomy.  We got a complimentary breakfast (pastry/roll and coffee at Starbucks) which was nice. (4/13)
Full review
Rates: Check website or www.booking.com for the best rates and bargains.
Contacts: www.harrahslasvegas.com
3475 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Telephone: Toll-free: 1-800-214-9110
E-mail: Email on their website
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HarrahsVegas
Under cover and free parking.  Wi-fi at $11.95 for 24hrs.

Stratosphere, Las Vegas, NV
A long way off from the center of things but nice and quiet.  Superb view of the Strip and colorful lights below.  Take advantage of riding the rollercoaster and rides "outside" the building high above the ground, if you dare!  Room was comfortable if not a little confusing to find. (4/13)
Full review
Rates: Check their website for bargain prices and specials.
Contacts: www.stratospherehotel.com/Tower
2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV, 89104
Toll-free: 1-800-998-6937
E-mail: Email on their website
Facebook: www.facebook.com/StratosphereHotelCasino
Twitter: twitter.com/LVStratosphere
Off-street and under cover parking.  Wi-fi at $11.95 for 24hrs.

Santa Fe Inn, Winnemucca, NV
This turned out to be a really nice little inn with a spacious room and comfy beds.  Even though it has a horse-shoe layout, there wasn't much noise from the cars on the lot.  No breakfast but a coffee maker and little fridge and microwave.  (5/16)
Full review
Rates: Call for their rates.  (We paid less than $70.00)
Contacts:
1620 W. Winnemucca Blvd., Winnemucca, NY 89445
Tel: (775) 623-1119
Off-street parking.  Free Wi-fi and pet-friendly

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NEW MEXICO
Abiquiú, Santa Fe, Taos
Abiquiú Inn, Abiquiú, NM
A beautiful setting in the famous arty area of Abiquiú. Lots of casitas that offer privacy and comfort.  Gorgeous beds and linen and kiva fireplaces.  Renown Abiquiú Cafe is where you can dine. (04/14)
Full review
Rates: From $79 off-peak (Nov to end March) and from $119 peak (1 April to late Oct)
Contacts: www.Abiquiuinn.com
21120 Highway 84, Abiquiú, NM 87510
Telephone: (505) 685-4378
E-mail: info@Abiquiuinn.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/AbiquiuInn
Free wi-fi and off-street and parking.  Pet friendly.

La Fonda on the Plaza, Santa Fe, NM
What a beautiful hotel.  Gorgeously spacious room and huge bathroom.  Very quiet and superbly appointed.  Well worth at least one visit to this historical and arty hotel.  The restaurant is also worth checking out!  (03/13)
Full review
Rates: Check on website for up-to-date rates.
Contacts: www.lafondasantafe.com/
100 E. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Telephone: (505) 982-5511   Toll-free: 1-800.523.5002
E-mail: reservations@lafondasantafe.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lafondasantafe
Twitter: twitter.com/lafondasantafe
Free wi-fi and off-street and under cover parking.

Sun God Lodge, Taos, NM
This lodge is a few miles out of town and you'll need a car to get into the hub of things.  It's quiet and clean and very convenient.  Large property and I saw pets, so check beforehand.  (10/11)
Full review (scroll down)
Rates: From $59 upwards and dependent upon which type of accommodation you require and when.
Contacts: www.sungodlodge.com
919 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Telephone: (575) 758-3162   Toll-free: 1-800-821-2437
E-mail: sungod@taosnet.com
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.

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NEW YORK
New York City
Casablanca Hotel, New York, NY
A lovely little hotel just around the corner from Times Square.  Beautifully appointed with friendly staff and complimentary breakfast and wi-fi and nightly wine and cheese.  Clean and elegant. (04/15)
Full review
Rates: From $199 a night depending on what time of year you go.
Contacts: www.casablancahotel.com/
147 West 43rd St., New York, NY 10036
Telephone: (212) 869-1212
E-mail: rooms@casablancahotel.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CasablancaHotel
Twitter: @CasablancaHotel
Instagram: https://instagram.com/casablancahotelnyc/
Free wi-fi.

Library Hotel, New York, NY
Quite possibly the best little hotel I have ever stayed at.  Impeccable attention to detail and service.  Very comfortable rooms and delightful showers.  Wine and cheese nightly from 5-8pm and complimentary breakfast and free wi-fi.  Computers and printers for guests to use.  Cocktail bar on the 14th floor with two terraces, one open and the other closed.  Books everywhere with an air of peace and quiet.  Ideal place especially for business people and/or anyone wanting some solitude. (04/15)
Full review
Rates: From $289 or $299 a night depending on what time of the year you visit.
Contacts: www.libraryhotel.com/
299 Madison Avenue (41st St.), New York, NY 10017
Telephone: (212) 983-4500
E-mail: reservations@libraryhotel.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LibraryHotelCollection
Twitter: @LibraryHotel
Instagram: https://instagram.com/libraryhotel/
Free wi-fi.

Roosevelt Hotel, New York, NY
Comfortable beds and a great location in New York City.  Staff somewhat unfriendly and abrupt. (04/15)
Full review
Rates: From $259 a night (we had two beds)
Contacts: www.theroosevelthotel.com
45 E 45th St., New York, NY 10017
Telephone: Toll-free: 1-866-530-9379
E-mail: reservations@roosevelthotel.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rooseveltnyc
Twitter: www.twitter.com/RooseveltNYC
NO FREE WI-FI!  They charge $16 for 24 hours.
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SOUTH DAKOTA
Rapid City, Wall, White River
America's Best Value Inn, Rapid City, SD
A superbly clean and quiet (despite being alongside the interstate) inn with comfortable beds, pool and hot tub, free breakfast and friendly and welcoming staff.  (09/14)
Full review
Rates: From $59
Contacts: www.RapidCityABVI.com
620 Howard Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
Telephone: (605) 343-5434 or Toll-free: 1-800-456-0061
E-mail: FrontDesk@RapidCityABVI.com
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.

Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn, Rapid City, SD
Gorgeous hotel with wonderfully comfortable beds and superb linens.  Very friendly and helpful staff who went out of their way to help us out.  Quiet area close to the center of town.  Gym, pool and sauna. (09/14)
Full review
Rates: From $90
Contacts: www.rushmoreplaza.com
505 North Fifth Street, Rapid City, SD 57701
Telephone: (605) 348-4000
E-mail: info@rushmoreplaza.com
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.

Ann's Motel, Wall, SD
The cutest motel I've seen in a long time.  Lovely comfortable beds and great shower and only one block away from the famous Wall Drug Store.  Very quiet and you have the option of choosing a motel room or one of the desirable cabins. (09/14)
Full review
Rates: From $55
Contacts: www.annsmotel.com
114 Fourth Avenue, Wall, SD 57790
Telephone: (605) 279-2501
E-mail: flowers@gwtc.net
Free wi-fi and off-street parking.

Thoroughbred Lodge, White River, SD
Cozy and comfortable. Friendly and helpful hostess. (09/02)
Rates: $34.24 (including tax) per night. (Please do a web search for latest rates or call them.)
Contacts:
Hwy 83-44, White River, SD 57579
Telephone: (605) 259 3349

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UTAH
Orem
La Quinta Inns & Suites #0962, Orem, UT
A nice large room but too many annoying things to make it worth another stay.  No hot water for the shower, noisy plumbing and pipes at night, aloof staff, and more.  Nice area though. (05/16)
Full review
Rates: Please check with inn for latest rates.  (We paid less than $80)
Contacts: www.lq.com
Orem University Parkway - 521 W. University Parkway, Orem, UT 84058
Telephone: (801) 226-0440
FacebooK: https://www.facebook.com/laquinta
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lq
Free wi-fi
Off-street parking and gym available
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VIRGINIA
Charlottesville
Oakhurst Inn, Charlottesville, VA
Gorgeous inn in a lovely area, close to the University of Virginia.  Loved my cozy room and the romantic atmosphere. (04/15)
Full review
Rates: from (to be advised)
Contacts: www.oakhurstinn.com
100 Oakhurst Circle, Charlottesville, VA 22903
Telephone: (434) 872-0100
Email: info@oakhurstinn.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theoakhurstinn
Twitter: twitter.com/oakhurstinn
Instagram: instagram.com/oakhurstinn/
Free wi-fi and free parking and free valet parking.

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WASHINGTON, DC
DC
Hotel Harrington, Washington, DC
Lovely old hotel right in the middle of everything there is to see in DC.  Very comfortable rooms and friendly staff.  Loved being to close to a subway stop. (04/15)
Full review
Rates: from $139 depending on what time of the year you visit.
Contacts: www.hotel-harrington.com
436 11th & E Streets, NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
Telephone: (202) 628-8140 Reservations: (800) 424-8532
Email: reservations@hotel-harrington.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HotelHarrington
Twitter: www.Twitter.com/HotelHarrington
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/HotelHarrington
Free wi-fi and Off-street Parking available within walking distance (fee).
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WISCONSIN
Altoona
Evenox Motel, Altoona, WI
Nice and clean and spacious with a good shower. (09/02)
Rates: $39.38 (including tax) per night.  (Please research the web for their latest rates.)
Contacts:
2067 S Hastings Way, Altoona, WI 54720
Telephone: (715) 832-9757
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Hints and Tips (not necessarily relating to the above accommodations!)

  • Spend a little time reading a potential hotel's website for all the information you'll need.  You might get some ideas!  You can always call them and discuss things.
  • Always check the check-in and check-out times.  Most hotels are pretty flexible about their check-in times.
  • Most hotels have televisions but check out the website before you decide if you need a TV.
  • Pets are not usually accommodated, so be sure to check ahead of time.
  • Ask about handicap access if not noted on websites.
  • Hotels are not your own private "homes", so please be considerate when returning to your room late at night so as not to disturb other guests' vacations with noise and loud talking.  Just sayin'...

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