Visiting in person is exactly as you'd expect from what you've seen online. It beautiful, clean,…read morewell maintained and satisfying to look at. We didn't stay as we were just passing thru on our Chicago to Santa Monica Route 66 journey, but we still felt very satisfied having stopped to get our Passport stamp. It is definitely a must-see.

Fantastic two-night stay at the Blue Swallow this summer…read more One week into our Route 66 road trip, my credit card was hacked. Since we were staying two nights at the Blue Swallow, Dawn agreed to accept my overnight replacement credit card and placed it in our room before check-in! Rob and Dawn do such a great job here. They welcomed us to their home, gave recommendations for dinner and activities, had the laundry facilities ready, and the two best parts... socializing in the neon glow after sundown and coffee in the lobby after sunrise. When we stayed at the Motel Safari on the return leg of our trip, Rob welcomed me back to morning coffee in their lobby to talk about our trip. They make time for everyone and never run out of energy, even with antique car clubs coming in or a national news interview on their schedule. We can't wait to return. Thank you, Rob and Dawn Federico!

Roadrunner Lodge Motel covered all of my expectations and then some during my roadtrip this summer…read more My dog and I stayed over one night back on August 2, 2026. My room cost before taxes was $139.49. Let me tell ya' - that dog was spoiled even more so than usual! The Furry Friend fee was $29. This humble little motel is located on the famous Route 66 Boulevard in Tucumcari, NM. I checked in right at 4PM. Received my old-fashioned room key by an extremely nice receptionist and parked right in front of our room. My canine was so excited by the fresh green grassy area equipped with doggy clean-up bags, watering station, and double gates. Right next to that area was the firepit with a few chairs. They also had a bowl in the room for her, a wash cloth that I could have bought, and a couple of treats. They also left two cans of RC Cola and two Moon Pies for me. Some mid-century style touches that added the vibes to our ground floor premium king bed room: + very comfortable and clean plush bed + two chairs and a small table were just outside the room + well-lit parking lot at night + window shade that was able to block out above-stated lights (I like it pitch dark when I sleep) + retro bathroom details + flamingo print shower curtain + Magic 8 Ball + and my personal favorite: a vintage radio tuned to the motel's own private, short-range radio station. They played commercials from the era and lots of fun tunes throughout the night. In the canteen/courtesy room: + A shared fridge + Microwave + Ice for drinks (bagged ice for sale in the lobby) + Coin-op laundry

What a nostalgic Route 66 motel experience this was. My husband and I love staying at these old…read moremotels...especially the ones that have been remodeled in all of their delightful mid-century glory. Our room had a Tiki bar vibe with a lava lamp for our enjoyment and cool Victrola radio that played an awesome old radio station with music from the 1950s/1960s complete with the old advertisements. The cigarette ads were particularly entertaining. We left it on that station the whole evening. It was so nice. This motel is super clean and had really comfortable beds. I would not hesitate to stay here again. It's fabulous!

We stopped in Tucamcari on the way to Kansas.. The stay here was ok, would have expected better for…read moreit being a fairfield, but it was decent.. The staff were friendly during check in.. That does count when you walk in tired from the road and want to get to your room quickly.. Its conveniently located next to a truck stop for easy access to drinks and snacks.. The bed wasn't the most comfortable for a king bed and the pillows smelled - well not fresh.. The towels were thin and rough.. And the water pressure in our shower was like showering in a drinking fountain.. The breakfast in the lobby was actually pretty good and so was the coffee.. If I could do 3 1/2 stars I would have..

Very nice side of the Freeway hotel! The people that work here are top-notch! From the front desk…read morepeople to the maids to the people that cook the food. They all try very hard to make your stay great! We know this because we stop here a lot. Thanks guys for making our stay feel like home :) :)

Stayed in a pet-friendly room after a 16 hour slog across the interstate. Bed was perfect, water…read morepressure was excellent and there's a pet area on the north side of the building adjacent to the stairwell, allowing you to egress your pets without using the main lobby! Can recommend!

We are booked for 5 days and this was our first night here. We have the executive king room. Bed is…read morecomfortable and the sofa is a nice plus. There's also a mini fridge and microwave. The continental breakfast was bad. Coffee was very weak. Omelets were eggs w nacho cheese type cheese. Sausage was thin and dry. The plastic utensils are the flimsy of flimsiness...cheap. Come on La Quinta you can do better for your customers! P.S. The Best Western across the parking lot has an awesome breakfast selection with green chili gravy and awesome dark roast coffee. I've also requested a luggage stand and still no response. Definitely room for improvement overall.

This motel is perfect for a long road trip. It is clean,…read morequiet, and has a charm that is hard to find and replicate. An older gentleman held a room for my mother, myself AND our cat (that's right, it is pet friendly) I highly recommend if you need a place off of route 66

We had driven over 600 miles eastbound and the weather had been quite cold for this time of year…read more That probably explains why we didn't have any bugs on our windshield. We got to town and it had warmed up to a very pleasant 70 degrees. We got a room and we were casually unloading our PU for the night. We left the room door open while we were carrying in our stuff. We were in no hurry to unload, and the room could stand a bit of airing out. The owner showed up at our door and informed us he wanted us to keep our door shut because of bugs. He reaches into the room, grabbed the door handle, and slammed the door shut. With us standing right there!! There are too many other decent motels in this town (and cheaper) to put up with that crap!

We were driving a long day headed from NV to FL on a work trip and I have my dog. The fee was only…read more$15!! They have a pet walking area and the hotel was so nice and clean. Water for my bottle in the fitness room and a yummy breakfast. The woman working the breakfast made me laugh down and was so helpful. The bearded man at the front desk was so nice and hooked me up with a toothbrush and some silverware I needed and doggie waste bag when the outside thing was out of them. The beds are nice and firm with fresh smelling linens, and rooms were super clean. They had little recycling wastebaskets next to the regular wastebasket. I also have to mention how fast the wifi was uploading some work videos. Great place and saw lots of dogs! I would definitely stay here again.

Upon checking in my Husband said the woman who checked him…read morein was not friendly at all just cut and dry but I'm still giving this place 5 stars as our room was amazing and clean and very spacious ! We got the two queens as we had a furry friend with us ! We were actually in a room by the freeway but it was quiet minus the cat crying which was no fault of the hotel ! They provided breakfast which we didn't get cause we needed to get on the road and get to our next destination! Would I recommended? Absolutely as this was one of the better best westerns we have stayed at minus the lady that needed to be taught how to be more welcoming

Great host and great place to lay your head. Lots of history here too…read more We were surprised the radio worked in the bedroom. Over 100 channels but mostly English and Spanish. Didn't notice other languages

Sometimes a place is more than just somewhere to sleep, and that's exactly how we felt about the…read moreMotel Safari in Tucumcari. After hours on I-40, we pulled in hoping for a clean room and a good night's sleep. Instead, we found one of the cutest little Route 66 motels we've stayed in. The orange and teal colors, the retro vibe, the beautifully crafted property...it all has so much personality. You can tell this isn't just another motel. It's a place that people genuinely care about. The woman at check-in was incredibly friendly, and opening the door to a room that was already perfectly cool, with oldies playing and Turner Classic Movies tuned on the TV, honestly made us grin. It felt like stepping into a different era in the best possible way. Then there are the practical things: the room was unbelievably clean, the beds were cozy, the sheets were soft, the A/C worked perfectly, and OH MY GOODNESS...the water pressure! After a long day on the road, that shower was glorious. Being able to back the car right up to our door was convenient, the property was peaceful and quiet all night, and we felt completely comfortable and safe. There are plenty of places to stay in Tucumcari. This is one we'll actually remember. We left saying, "Yep...next time we're staying here again.

In a town nearly destroyed by Covid and the interstate, the bar at Tristar is truly a gem. The bar…read moreis located inside the small roadside motel. A throw back to better days, the bar is gorgeous; beautiful wood bar top and solid front with plenty of stools. There's tables and a nice dance floor, but don't think there has been dancing or live music in many years. We sat at the extremely well stocked bars, ordered a couple of beers and were lucky enough to meet and visit with Mike, the owner. A most patient, kind and friendly man, he cheerfully answered my 101 questions. If you find yourself in the area, looking for a clean, vintage motel room or just a quick, refreshing stop from the road, please stop in. Don't wonder about the lack of cars in the lot or absence of traffic on this stretch of Route 66. You'll get stellar service and great drinks regardless.

The owner is super friendly. The room was larger than I expected very clean, comfortable bed,…read more quiet, and a well stocked bar. Huge parking lot with plenty of parking.

This obviously isn't a luxury spot but for my family, staying overnight while traveling it…read moreabsolutely did the job. Service was good. In need of updating and cosmetics but it was clean and comfortable! I would stay here again.

NO ELEVATOR!! This place was actually a dump. The TV didn't work properly and they told me it would…read morebe at least a half an hour before they could send somebody up to look at it. Everything was old and outdated. We did not bother to stay for the free breakfast.

Our recent stays at the Holiday Inn Express in Tucumcari was great! The hotel was clean, the…read morebreakfast was great, and Rochelle at the front desk was awesome (the guy that was working with her.....not so much). She took care of our mix-up with reservations, and was even able to retrieve our points! She was the best! We will definitely stay here again!

Ray, the night clerk, is the man! Awesome hospitality. 5 out of 5 stars. Not all heroes wear capes…read more Give this man a raise.