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    Wigwam Motel

    4.1 (192 reviews)
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    Travis T.

    "Have you slept in a Wigwam lately?" Years back, I did a drive on the historic Route 66 for a photo class that I was in. I took pictures of all the different iconic sites along the way. When I got to Holbrook, I was able to stay here at the Wigwam Motel. It was a lot of fun and I enjoyed my stay. You cannot miss seeing these tepees as you drive by. I remember driving by these on a couple of occasions as a kid on family road trips. Seven "Wigwam Villages" were constructed in several states in the early 1900's. This wigwam village in Holbrook is the sixth one and opened in 1950. Each concrete tepee is 32 feet high and 14 feet wide at the base. There are 15 of them at this location and they have all been restored. Parked in front of the wigwams are several restored vintage cars from the 60's that make you feel like you have stepped back in time. Take a nostalgic trip down the Route 66 and stay at a wigwam if you get a chance. There are only a few of these villages left in the U.S. We are fortunate enough to still have one in Arizona. They are pretty affordable and cozy to sleep in. These wigwam villages were the inspiration for Radiator Spring's Cozy Cone Motel in the Pixar film "Cars". Nearby points of interests are Petrified Forest National Park, Meteor Crater and the Grand Canyon.

    Edge N.

    A cool little lodging on route 66 in Holbrook. Wigwams (T-PEES) Made out of concrete. It was a draw back to its hayday I guess in the 40s. Main thi g it has a decent powerful modern ac and scorching hot water...yeah its a bit rundown being built over40 years ago but thats also thr charm of it. I Believe in the movie "cars" this is the town that was modeled for the main town in the movie. $105 A night aint bad to stay in an icon of route 66 on route 66.....after a long drive off and on interstates and antiquated highways it was so cool to rest and relax in an airconditioned safe nook in the middle of nowhere. This particular wigwam location (there are 3 total) is located in holbrook a small town off the interstate with a few fastfood places (dairy queen not recommended) mcdonalds (recommended) and few gas stations. The lot is littered with staged cars parked in front of the wigwams and old rusted hulks of cars and trucks to emmulate how it looked back in its busy days. If you are considering staying in thr wigwams do it!!!

    Chassie L.

    Cute experience! Had AC/heat, hot water, shower, tv, and wifi! Didn't have any issues except when I first got in the shower the water wasn't draining the best. It eventually drained. They had one magnet but it didn't have the wigwams on it, just the front building. Would deff recommend and stay again!

    Myla D.

    Took a road-trip doing Route 66 and this was our favorite stop!! We called last minute to get a booking and it was no problem at all! Even pet friendly! The woman in the office was sooo sweet. Stayed open later than expected so we could look around! I loved my experience here and would absolutely stay here again. Very affordable!! Pet fee was ab $25! Cheaper than hotels!! Best experience ever!! 10/10 recommend

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    Victoria E.

    Fun place to stay when traveling Route 66. Double bed wigwam $99.00 a night. Lot's of old cars parked outside. Lady who chews in was very nice and friendly. Room was clean and we had fun.

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    Michael K.

    I loved our stay at the Wigwam Motel. My wife and I arrived late in the evening on a Monday night shortly before their office closed at 9pm. We checked in and were assigned Wigwam #5. It is difficult to see the Wigwam numbers on the doors and they are not painted on the outside of the rooms anywhere. I just counted counter clockwise starting from the street and got lucky. Parking is easy and they have placed old 40s and 50s model cars and trucks between the Wigwams. It looks great and is a nice touch. Set your expectations accordingly as you are not staying in a 21st century built motel and the room is not your typical rectangular shape. Overall our room was comfortable and relatively quiet. Our mattress had a few squeaky springs but otherwise was fine. Trains do pass behind the motel all night long but thankfully don't blow their horns near the place. They didn't bother us at all. The bathroom is kinda crazy stuffed in the back of the Wigwam. The mirror is mounted on a slanting upward wall giving you a good perspective on how much hair you may or may not have up there. There is no counter space and only a short metal shelf. The shower had odd angles to it and a shower head mounted 5 1/2 ft off the floor. The shower though had plenty of water pressure and hot water. There is no hair dryer provided. There was soap and shampoo in packets. The TV is dinky maybe a 24" size but it comes with DirecTV service and the local channels. Our remote didn't control the TV itself which was annoying but did change the channels on the satellite. The AC was kinda wacky. It was a unit too large for the space and would come on like a jet engine for 15 to 30 seconds and then shut off as it cooled the space that quickly. The electrical overall is old school and we couldn't get one of the lamps to work at all. In the end, we got a great night's sleep.

    Morning view towards Rt 66

    It was so much fun to stay at a Rt 66 landmark motel. Such an amazing experience for our family!!

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    Cassidy I.

    Is it slightly more expensive than other motels? Yes, but how often do you get to stay in a wigwam? Or in a piece of Americana history? I thought the novelty of it was a lot of fun and the motel room itself was comfortable. The desk staff is friendly too, though good luck getting them to answer the phone when trying to get a reservation.

    Huck after a good nights sleep.
    Kim B.

    This was our second time staying a the wigwam. Although no frills, the bed was comfortable and the linens were soft and clean. We slept well. Obviously the room was small, the walls angle up to a point. The furniture is old and basic but functional. The heater worked well and the room was toasty when we got in. Pets are allowed. Our bill was less than $100 for the night.

    Car outside of office
    Courtney T.

    Very cute place to stay! Reminded us so much of the cones to stay in from the movie Cars. The rooms were clean and the bedding was very soft. The only complaint is that the showers are very short, so if members of your group are shorter, it may be a little difficult... but hey, what do you want for staying in a wigwam?! Would absolutely stay again if in the area.

    Myria M.

    I absolutely loved our stay here at the Wigwam Motel! The classic cars are a treat to see. And Mader is so cute ! The inside of the wigwam was classic vintage southwestern style. Clean and comfortable blankets. Efficient heater. I'm definitely planning on staying again!

    'Presence A.

    If you're looking for fancy; this isn't it. However for a special and unique experience, and a comfy bed, in a geometrically shaped tipi, this wonderfully creative family owned business has a lot of offer as far as accommodations. They are definitely one of a kind. I slept amazing on a really comfy bed. Best night I had in months! I loved the geometric magic, the classic cars spread throughout the property and even the shower, while small and not with endless warm water, was fabulous. Definitely the best place to stay in Holbrook in my opinion, although if you want to glamp out even more "The Tent" another great option, and of course the Painted Desert Inn if you've got funds to splurge. The Wigwam Hotel is only 20 minutes from the Petrified National Forrest; a must see/visit!! (Pet friendly. Well behaved dogs allowed and no extra charge for service animals.)

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    Nice clean rooms but if you're staying more than a day don't expect front desk to be there. Waited…read morean hour and no body, called and walked to the front desk a couple times, still no answer.

    Days Inn: Where Time (and Cleanliness) Stands Still…read more So, the Days Inn. It's like visiting your grandma's house--if your grandma hasn't updated anything since 1978 and also forgot to deep clean. But hey, it wasn't terrible. Just... vintage. It's a decent stop for a quick road trip break when all other hotels are booked and you're too tired to care anymore. We rolled in around 11 p.m. and discovered the bathroom was, shall we say, cozy. Toilet and shower? They worked. That's the most glowing praise I can give that area. There's a mini fridge and a microwave straight out of the 90s. It was so retro, I half expected it to have a VHS player built in. Now, the floors. Oh, the floors. They've definitely been cleaned--just not in the last century. My feet were black after walking around for 5 minutes. I'm talking "I just ran a marathon barefoot on a construction site" black. Stains? Oh yeah. From what I can only assume were the ghosts of pets past. You'll want to pack sandals, socks, or a hovercraft to get around safely. The parking lot around the back? A little dark and sketchy, but that's just the ambiance. Adds to the "adventure." Breakfast? Not bad! Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs... the usual suspects. Nothing Michelin star, but it gets the job done. Coffee was decent enough to kick-start your soul at 7 a.m and it's free. Now, the pool. Oh, sweet summer child. The pool doesn't open until 3 p.m., which is the most ridiculous rule I've ever heard. We were all set for a morning dip to soak these tired road-tripping bones, only to find out we'd have to wait until mid-afternoon. What in the actual nonsense is that? Would I stay here again? Meh, I might try something else next time. But if you're tired, on a budget, and just need a place to crash, it's not the worst option. Just don't forget your sandals and sense of humor!

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