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Adorable and unique lodging! It helps if you are a small person as the furniture seems selected for someone between 4 foot 5 and 5 feet tall. Fortunately I am 4 foot 9 so fit just right under the shower nozzle. The double bed is a standard height. My husband and I are small people in general so were fine with the room accommodations. But it might not suit the tastes of those bigger than us! Also, the tv screen is super small. But again, wasn't an issue for us as we try to avoid the news these days. Also, take note that the acoustics of the room are loud. So when the AC is on it is twice as loud as an AC in a regular motel. Also, a train will pass by and cause your bed to mildly vibrate. Enjoyed our stay and the lady who checked us in was welcoming!
"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.
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!!!
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.)
It truly is a must-see if you're on a Route 66 journey as we were. You can see close up and in person its influential design especially in movies over the years. Wished we could have gotten our Passport stamped, but the office was locked when we stopped by. Nonetheless, we got to take some great photos and videos of old cars, old signage and, of course, the tee-pee "rooms". read more
Such a cool novelty experience! If you plan to visit the Petrified National Forest, you should definitely stay here. Good stuff-- Rooms are relatively affordable. Parking is ample. There are a few good restaurants nearby. So iconic. Right off route 66/I-40. Next to Safeway. Friendly staff. Mediocre stuff-- The room took an hour to heat up. Brrr. The bathroom is teeny tiny. The bed is... bouncy (?!) haha. I surely recommend this spot for the experience alone, with the understanding that it is pure Americana at its finest. And absolutely no frills. read more
17 days ago
Adorable and unique lodging! It helps if you are a small person as the furniture seems selected for someone between 4 foot 5 and 5 feet tall. Fortunately I am 4 foot 9 so fit just right under the shower nozzle. The double bed is a standard height. My husband and I are small people in general so were fine with the room accommodations. But it might not suit the tastes of those bigger than us! Also, the tv screen is super small. But again, wasn't an issue for us as we try to avoid the news these days. Also, take note that the acoustics of the room are loud. So when the AC is on it is twice as loud as an AC in a regular motel. Also, a train will pass by and cause your bed to mildly vibrate. Enjoyed our stay and the lady who checked us in was welcoming! read more
"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. read more
10 months ago
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!!! read more
2 years ago
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! read more
5 years ago
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. read more
3 years ago
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 read more
3 years ago
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. read more
4 years ago
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. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
It was so much fun to stay at a Rt 66 landmark motel. Such an amazing experience for our family!! read more
3 years ago
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. read more
5 years ago
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. read more
4 years ago
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! read more
6 years ago
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.) read more
3 years ago
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6 years ago
Awesome motel in Holbrook on the main drag South. Rooms are ample and comfortable inside Indian tents. Enjoyed my stay. Recommended highly for outdoor fun and unique experience. Rebel: 5 read more
5 years ago
Cute place with tee pee's. Freight train tracks 50 feet behind hotel with trains every few hours.....all night. Ground shakes, bed shakes, train horn nice and loud. No rest at this place. Wonderfully nice staff. If it weren't for the train I'd give. It 5 stars. Don't expect any sleep if your a light sleeper. read more
4 years ago
2 years ago
Stopped in to see if they had anything available and was able to get a wigwam. Price is reasonable. It's a kitchy place to stay. No frills, just vibes. Now we can say we stayed in a wigwam! Bathroom was really tiny. If you were over 5'7" good luck in the shower. They would do well to put water saving shower heads in. As much as the pressure was great it was a real waste of water. It was a fun place to stay read more
5 years ago
We went out of the way to stay in this amazing blast from the past and I'm so glad we did. The price allowed us to reserve 2 teepees for me and kids. Perfectly clean, beds comfortable, room has everything you need. We were enchanted by the old cars, office full of history, and trains going by. We had a great night's sleep and there are decent restaurants are nearby. I want to come back and rent out the entire place for a family reunion! read more
I am a travel agent and I L O V E D this place!!! I loved the old cars, I loved the little museum. I loved the service (I did not love housekeeping coming into my teepee while I was in the shower.) I wish I had stayed two nights. I will definitely go back. They accept pets. It's clean, has nice toiletries and actual thick bath towels not the cheap, thin, scratchy ones. I was in #16. Right by the road. I was a bit worried but the air conditioner cancelled out any noise from the road which isn't busy and the train that is not far, I could hear rumbling but nothing disturbing and I am a light sleeper. Mine had a queen bed, tile and some rustic furniture for a cozy sitting area and a desk. Surprisingly spacious. The bathroom cracked me up! I actually enjoyed the bathroom but when I first walked in I thought there was no shower. (It's behind the bathroom door! It too was surprisingly roomy! Big enough for two people if you're creative and get down like that! It was so fun and a true piece of Americana. I can't wait to go back. Pro tip: some are carpeted, some are tiled. Ask for TILED. read more
2 years ago
We didn't stay here. We honestly considered it for a couple minutes, since we picked many of our hotel stays on the fly. We traveled Route 66 for a significant portion of our summer road trip out west. We were super excited to visit Holbrook and check out the Wigwam Motel. I believe I may have visited this particular site as a kid. I think there were other teepee motels around the country, but this is the only remaining location. Sadly, Holbrook is pretty rundown. We made one stop to a Taco Bell while in town, but after seeing many of the wily looking characters that came in and out, we just didn't feel like the town was a good place to hang around. It didn't seem welcoming to outsiders. And, directly across from the Wigwam, when we went to visit, there was a Native American woman who was no doubt schizophrenic and paced up and down the sidewalk out front. We pulled over to check our map, and the woman attempted to approach our car. We couldn't get out of Holbrook fast enough. It pains me to say that, because we're all about cool kitschy history, but there is no way I would have felt comfortable spending the night at the Wigwam...especially with kids :-( read more
7 years ago
We've always wanted to stay here as we drove past it when we lived locally. Now that we're driving through as visitors we did! Queen bed was creaky but very comfortable, AC was perfect, and the single use shower toiletries did the job perfectly since we forgot ours! The towels were so fluffy and soft and didn't smell at all like bleach. Our wigwam was right on the road and didn't hear a single car, only heard one train (and they go by all night long!) We came without kids but would totally come back with them-and they'd get their own wigwam-queen or two twin are the options read more
5 years ago
FYI it's not the fanciest place just a unique find, something different and fun. They have all the old cars parked out front of each tepee. The tepee's have air conditioning and heat and TV in them with a very small shower, sink,toilet so all basics but like I said fun. when do you get to sleep in a concert tepee? They sell some amazing petrified wood inside office absolutely gorgeous table read more
6 years ago
Do it for the 'gram but then get great night sleep. I was skeptical during a cross country road trip but I'm so glad we stayed here. Since each room is a wigwam you cant hear your neighbors like in a normal stacked hotel/motel. The rooms were comfortable and super clean. I felt COVID safer here than the Hilton (our other stop) because there's no main lobby or shared air units. Very clean. The shower is short as the other review reads. As someone who is 6 foot tall I was glad it wasn't a hair washing shower but was great for a rinse and go kind of shower - great water pressure. This place has character and is pet friendly. Loved all the old cars too. Overall, great! Will return. read more
2 years ago
Nothing to see here but a cool slice of American pie. A staple for Route 66 as seen in countless adds, circa for a time when life was simpler and a bit slower. the Wigwam motel fits this bill. A very easy on/off of I40, kids will flip for the "Cars" roadside attraction, complete with Mater. While I implore you to pull over and stretch your legs, I don't advise spending the night. We were lucky to pull into the lot, take some pictures and look into two teepees. These are small and very dated. LIttle natural light fliters through and the space is cramped. While there's no need to sleep, but it's cool not to stop and check out a piece of Americana, take your pictures and keep on truck'n. read more
6 years ago
4 years ago
I used to see Wigwam Motels on the highway when I was a little girl. But my father would never let us stay in them. I took this chance to stay in one when we were on a road trip with our grandchildren. We surprised them by pulling into the Wigwam on the night of our stay. Everyone was very excited. We had two Wigwams between our two families. The children loved the old cars around the parking lot, and the next morning looked at all of them. Their favorite was a camper that was on the back of a VW bug. The rooms were very clean, but beware that they do not have many electrical outlets for charging things. However, it's worth staying night in the hotel in charge of things elsewhere the next day. We loved it. read more
11 years ago
We drove cross country moving from CA to MO. I actually searched for fun and quirky places to stay along the way on Route 66 and when I saw a wigwam motel in Holbrook, I booked immediately. Who doesn't want to stay in a wigwam!??! We added that into our route. This place gets a 5 for the experience - not comparing it to larger hotel chains. The price was great - ~$80 per night. I was so excited when we pulled up and saw all those wigwams! I was not expecting much as far as the interior; we were here for the experience. The room was actually a lot bigger than we expected. The bed was a full or queen and there was an area to the side in an open area with a chair and coffee table as well as a desk. We also had a computer monitor-like "thing" that was the TV. It worked so that is all that matters! This town is small and "dead" compared to larger tourist towns. We yelped and found a great restaurant (Mesa) for dinner and then headed back to the motel for pictures around the property and TV. The bathroom is very basic. Staying here felt more like "glamping" than a hotel stay. I did actually wear flip flops in the shower, which elicited 7th grade camp memories. I would also suggest that as well. The shower is just really old. Again, if you need a nice hotel with plenty of accommodations and conveniences, this motel may not be for you. Holbrook may also not be the town for you either. Check your expectations before checking in. This is a great hotel for kids! When people looked at my roundtrip pictures, the first photo on which they commented was the wigwam motel! read more
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