Motels on Route 66 in Williams, Arizona

The flashing neon lights signaling a "motor hotel" were a welcome relief to the automobile traveler driving along Route 66 in its heyday in the 1950s. While some towns and motels along the famous route are frequented only by the whistling wind, the Arizona city of Williams thrives and many of its original motels sport modern amenities to welcome today's traveler.

In the Forest

• Built in the 1940s, Canyon Motel and RV park tucks into the tall ponderosa pines at the east end of town. Constructed from flagstone rock, three motel rooms are grouped together in each free-standing cottage. The fully modernized rooms have one king or one double bed as well as a pullout sofa. Railroad enthusiasts can enjoy a night in an authentic train car or caboose that sleeps up to six people. The facility has a campsite as well as an indoor pool, horseshoe pit, laundry and playground.

On the Western Edge

• Built in 1950 but fully restored in 2011, the Highlander Motel still sports its original neon sign. The motel's 11 rooms brim with Southwestern flair and have two double beds or one queen bed. Each room comes with a refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker for enjoying an in-room snack. Kick back and relax in your room with cable TV and Wi-Fi or walk to restaurants and shops in the city's historic downtown just outside your door.
• Bring the Whole Family

• Route 66 Inn lies just two blocks from the Amtrak shuttle station in town, making it a convenient place to hang your hat when riding the rails across the country. The hotel has rooms ranging from one to four beds to suit your party's size. Each room has in its own unique style that retains the flavor of yesteryear with old-fashioned furniture and appointments. The motel has a memorabilia shop dedicated to all things Route 66 where you can pick up souvenirs. If you want to visit the Grand Canyon while you're in the area, the Grand Canyon Railway is just across the street from the motel.

In the Lap of Luxury

• If you suffer from allergies, you can breathe easy at the Lodge on Route 66. All rooms are non-smoking and pets are not allowed in the rooms. Relax on a pillow-top mattress in a fully modernized room that features solid wood furniture, Turkish travertine countertops, hardwood flooring and upscale decorator touches. For a special night, enjoy a suite with fireplace, stainless steel kitchen appliances, double-head walk-in showers and whirlpool tub. The motel lies less than a mile east of the Grand Canyon Railway depot.

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Hotels & Motels on A1A Beach Blvd. in St. Augustine Beach, Florida

Tucked along the pristine, white-sand beaches of Anastasia Island, St. Augustine Beach, Florida, provides a laid-back setting, nestled along the crystal blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The city is accessible via State Road A1A, which runs almost the entire length of Florida's east coast. In St. Augustine Beach, A1A splits off into a business route known as Beach Boulevard, a bustling thoroughfare dotted with casual restaurants, lively bars and an assortment of lodging options, ranging from high-end hotels to budget-friendly motels.

Ritzy Digs

• Enjoy an upscale setting at Castillo Real, including a three-story atrium lobby with fountains, marble floors and towering columns. The boutique hotel provides elegant accommodations, including such some guest rooms and suites with whirlpool tubs, plush bathrobes, DVD players and ocean views. Spend your days relaxing in the zero-entry outdoor pool. La Fiesta Ocean Inn and Suites has spacious accommodations, including two-level townhouses with whirlpool tubs, bathrobes and two balconies with views of the ocean and hotel gardens. Complimentary breakfast is delivered to your room each morning as well. The hotel also has an on-site masseuse, a private boardwalk entrance to the beach and a 60-foot heated outdoor pool.

Save Your Pennies

• Enjoy budget accommodations at various Beach Boulevard motels. Super 8 St. Augustine Beach lets children 17 and under stay free when with a registered adult. Take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, soak your muscles in the hot tub and take advantage of the complimentary continental breakfast served each morning. Pets weighing 30 pounds or less are permitted pending a per-night, per-pet cleaning fee. Americas Best Value Inn allows kids 11 and under to stay free of charge in a parent’s room. The motel caters to long-term travelers as well, providing discounted weekly and monthly rates. In addition to having a complimentary continental breakfast, the motel is within walking distance to a handful of affordable eateries.
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Suite Life on a Budget

• Some budget-friendly motels on A1A have spacious suites. Free breakfast is served each morning at Quality Inn and Suites. The motel’s king suites also include in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Pets may stay at the motel, but require a per-night, per-pet fee. The motel is just half a block from the Ocean Hammock Park Walkway, which provides direct access to the beach. Nearby St. Augustine Island Inn and Suites provides large suites with two-person whirlpool tubs and large balconies. The motel also has special packages, such as romance excursions with in-room wine, late checkout and dinner for two at a nearby steak and seafood restaurant.

Middle of the Road

• Hotels with mid-range prices are scattered along Beach Boulevard. Some guest rooms at Holiday Isle Oceanfront Resort provide oceanfront and pool views from private balconies. Pet-friendly rooms are available on the first floor and come outfitted with tiled floors. The large beachfront pool has a sundeck and tiki bar. The on-site Barney’s Beach Rentals has beach chairs, umbrellas and boogie, surf and stand-up paddle boards available for rent. All of the guest rooms at Hilton Garden Inn St. Augustine Beach include microwaves and refrigerators, while some suites have whirlpool tubs. Grab everything from snacks to toiletries in the lobby’s 24-hour convenience store and enjoy cooked-to-order breakfasts at the hotel’s on-site grill.

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Motels Near the Tijuana Border

Head down Mexico way and experience the culture and cuisine of Tijuana, on the Baja California Peninsula, a bustling and buzzing border town filled with American travelers. Tourists flock to Avenida Revolucion, the city’s massive main thoroughfare lined with street vendors selling handmade arts and crafts, taco carts wafting a hodgepodge of smells through the air and lively bars showcasing cheap drink specials and full dance floors. As of January 2014, the U.S. Department of State warned tourists to exercise caution when traveling throughout Baja, particularly at night, due to high crime rates. Stay close to the action, while also at a safe distance, by booking a motel in a San Diego suburb near the border.

Border Town

• Stay in the town that borders Tijuana directly – San Ysidro, California. Knights Inn San Ysidro is a budget-friendly motel that serves complimentary hot beverages in the morning and where kids 17 and under stay free. The motel also has an outdoor swimming pool and is within walking distance of a 24-hour restaurant. Travelodge San Ysidro serves free continental breakfast each morning. All of the guest rooms include microwaves and refrigerators, and the motel has a swimming pool and hot tub. An array of Mexican restaurants and fast food joints are just steps away.

Surfing USA

• Find a room in the beach city of Imperial Beach, just 10 minutes from the border. The Sandcastle Inn has an assortment of accommodations, including basic rooms with kitchenettes, and apartment suites and penthouses that sleep between five and six people. The motel is set directly across the street from the beach, with some rooms providing ocean views. Super 8 San Diego/Imperial Beach lets children 17 and under stay for free when with a paying adult. The motel is five minutes on foot from an outdoor shopping center and less than a five-minute drive from the beach. The motel also has an outdoor swimming pool.
• Beautiful Views

• Book a room at a motel in Chula Vista, a small town a little over 10 minutes from Tijuana. Palomar Inn is within walking distance to a host of different restaurants and shops and just one block from the San Diego Trolley station. Speak to the front desk about discounted passes for local attractions, such as the San Diego Zoo or SeaWorld San Diego, and grab free copies of local and national newspapers in the lobby. Best Western Plus Otay Valley provides an assortment of perks, including laundry facilities, free hot breakfast buffet and a heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. For a bit of romance, the motel provides packages with sparkling wine, chocolates, rose petals and massage oils.

National Pride

• Sandwiched between San Diego and the border, National City is 15 minutes from Tijuana. Stardust Inn allows pets for a nominal nightly fee. Large suites include such perks as whirlpool tubs, microwaves and refrigerators. The motel also has coin-operated laundry facilities. Enjoy a free hot breakfast during your stay at Rodeway Inn National City. The motel has ample parking for RVs, trucks and buses and is just steps from the San Diego Trolley station. A car rental agency is less than a minute-drive away as well.

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