Americana Motor Hotel
Relax at the Speed of Light
Driving down Route 66 you’ll find our nostalgic, playful retreat where the allure of hitting the open road meets outdoor thrills under wide-open skies. Family-friendly fun comes in the form of lawn games by a fire pit and heated-pool swims year round. Where bikes are available and you can pop a top on a cold can in the Backyard. Whether you’re planning a family ski trip, bringing the whole crew to see the Grand Canyon, or road-tripping Route 66 with your four-legged copilot, the award-winning Americana Motor Hotel has everything you need for the next stage of your journey.
All Kinds of Fun
Stretch your road-weary legs and soak in our heated pool, challenge the family to a yard game or gather everyone around a cozy fire pit in our Backyard.
Road Trip Goals
Pull off Route 66 and right up to your room. From the buzz around hotels in downtown Flagstaff to Northern Arizona’s stunning landscapes, iconic natural attractions, and cool cosmic adventures, you’re never far from your next stop.
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Incredible Value
With all the features and amenities included in your stay, you get the best bang for your buck when you bunk here.
Easy Being Green
EV chargers. Drought-tolerant plants. Dark-sky friendly lights and paint. A canned beverage menu. It’s how we help the planet.
Pet-Friendly? You Bet.
Adventure pups are always welcome at our pet-friendly Flagstaff retreat. Bring your four-legged road-tripper along to romp in our fenced-in Barkyard, take care of business, and freshen up at their own wash station.
Americana Swim Club
Locals, this one’s for you. For a limited time, grab a summer day pass and trade the wide-open road for the deep end. Celebrate the Route 66 centennial right in our very own backyard with unlimited dips, disco vibes, and poolside perks from June 1 through September 30. Your summer vacation is waiting.
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From the moment you park through checkout, when it comes to what’s included with your stay, the sky is no limit. A $17 daily resort fee gives you access to a variety of thoughtful perks—take a look at some of our favorites below, then check out the full list.
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Sip
After a long road trip, nothing says “welcome” quite like a complimentary beverage. Kick off your stay with your choice of water or a canned cocktail on arrival, and enjoy hot, fresh coffee every morning in the lobby. Now that's welcoming.
Explore
Use our bikes and telescopes to explore the Earth around us and the skies above. Round up the crew to hit the path into town or peer into the vast expanse. It’s included.
Park & Charge
Roll off the road and into any parking spot you like. Need electrons? Plug your EV into one of our two charging stations. It’s all included.
Sleeping Space
Conquer inner space in our super-comfy Mini Full, Medium Queen, and Large Two Queen guest rooms. Our plush beds — with premium linens and hypoallergenic pillows — and blackout shades are the stuff of dreams, and the 43-inch 4K TVs, refrigerators, and walk-in showers are all convenient and essential. As for the disco balls… those are just fun.
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Far Out Food… & Drink
From a cold local brew to welcome you at check-in and our on-site fast casual staples to craft cocktails in the lobby and a cooler stocked with refreshments, we’ve got what you need to keep hunger at bay. Walk up to the Far Out Food order window for well-executed handhelds, shareables, and indulgent bites that hit the spot after a day of hiking, skiing, or cruising Route 66.
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Our Backyard Oasis
Head to our Backyard for good times with the whole family. Splash into our heated pool year-round, or just relax around a cozy fire pit. With yard games, hammocks, and seating areas tucked among native landscaping, our backyard is purpose-built for easy, breezy good times.
Come Out and Play
Rooms for Your
Whole Crew
From graduations and milestone celebrations to classic family road trips, we offer special pricing on group room blocks. Plus, there’s room for extra paws, too. Whether you need more room to sleep or space for extra wheels, you’ll be all set for a great time.
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Explore Northern Arizona
Parked on Route 66, Americana puts a playful spin on hotels near NAU. Trade the usual downtown stay for a nostalgic home base within reach of the heart of town. Cross the Grand Canyon off your bucket list, hit the trails and slopes, or just look up and marvel at the world’s first official Dark Sky City.
Discover Your Reason To Visit
Out-of-this-World Events
There’s always something going on in our Backyard and throughout our award-winning hotel. Take a look at our calendar of events to see what’s happening during your stay or get inspired to plan a visit.
TRAVELER'S CHOICE
Americana is in the top 10% of hotels worldwide for the third year in a row based on reviews.
BEST IN THE WEST
Built in 1962, this kitschy motel…is set in the world’s first Dark Sky City, and is within a short distance of the Grand Canyon and the Sunset Crater Volcano.
TRAVELER REVIEW AWARDS
Americana Motor Hotel has earned a Booking.com Traveler Review Award for outstanding Guest Reviews.
READERS’ CHOICE
This property elevates the roadside motel to the next level with a year-round heated pool, fire pits and yard games, and a fenced-in "backyard" with dog wash station for your furry traveling companions.
ILC AWARDS
Americana was awarded Most Innovative Hotel Design for 2024 by Independent Lodging Congress.
LUXLIFE HOSPITALITY
Americana Motor Hotel has been named Motel of the Year 2024, North Central Arizona.
“A disco ball in the room, what could make your stay better? The bed! The bed was amazing. The decorations are fun. The fire pits and corn hole games add extra excitement. To top it off a small dog park. I am sure we will be back!”-Minday Haugen | Google Reviews
“This was one of my favorite hotel stay ever! I wish we were staying longer. The decor was so unique and quirky. I loved the vibe. We were given free PBRs on arrival. The cute downtown area with shops and restaurants was a quick drive. We got amazing smoothies at juice pub & eatery and dinner at fat olives.”-Danielle | Expedia
“What a great place to stay. Rooms were clean and very comfortable. I love the quirkiness of the place, like the disco ball in the room. Very pet friendly and great amenities for all.”-Mini O. | TripAdvisor
“The location is so convenient for hiking and local food spots. The rooms are eclectic and the bed was super comfy. Would definitely stay again!”-Joshua Whitfield | Google Reviews
“The service was fantastic from check-in until after checkout. They have a text message service that they use for you to get a hold of them, and they are very prompt with responding. The rooms are beautiful. You can tell a lot of care went into the design of the place.”-Alex Gendreau | Google Reviews
“We had the best time at the Americana! Our little pup was welcomed with NO PET FEE — which was a major reason we decided to try out the Americana vs. the other hotels in the area. The "Barkyard" was perfect for potty breaks. ”-Sharon C | TripAdvisor
