503 S Montezuma St, Prescott, Arizona, United States | (928) 717-0157
On Highway 89; within walking distance to Whiskey Row and historic downtown
Individually designed
retro rooms with patio seating
Free
glass of wine or bottle of beer upon arrival; homemade cookies at departure
Upgraded
rooms have rainfall showerheads, kitchenettes, and stone fireplaces
Free
bicycle use and covered parking
Free
Wi-Fi throughout
No
breakfast offered
Most
bathrooms are small and lack tubs
Front
desk has limited hours
Far
from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
The Motor Lodge is a boutique value hotel
with 12 rooms and a vintage style all its own. The property is right on Highway 89, within walking distance of the historic downtown area and Whiskey Row. Hiking/biking
trails are a 15-minute drive away. All rooms are individually decorated with
retro touches, and have mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs, but bathrooms are small. Each unit also has a patio with seating. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property and free loaner bikes are available to all guests. However, the hotel is far from the
Phoenix airport and breakfast isn't available.
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Scene
Unique retro boutique hotel with lots of personality and charm
An old orange Ford Truck at the entrance of The Motor Lodge sets the retro tone for this eccentrically charming hotel.
Originally built in 1910, the U-shaped property’s green and orange paint shows
its character and history, but the hotel also a modern design palette. The lobby, while small, has
funky and colorful wallpaper along with wood floors, big windows, and vintage
light fixtures. There’s a sitting area with tan chairs on a red floor and the space gets lots of sunlight through large windows. A glass of wine or a bottle of beer is presented
upon arrival and guests receive a bag of homemade cookies at checkout.
The grounds are adorned with a mix of trees, shrubbery, and metal art
pieces.
Location
On Highway 89, within walking distance of Whiskey Row and historic downtown
The Motor Lodge is right in the center of Prescott, on Highway 89. Whiskey Row, Yavapai County Courthouse, Sharlot Hall
Museum, and the historic downtown take under 15 minutes to reach on foot, while
hiking/biking trails in the Prescott National Forest are a 15-minute drive away.
The Prescott Gateway Mall is a 12-minute drive, and Phoenix Sky Harbor
International Airport is an hour and 45-minutes from the property.
Rooms
Homey yet quirky vintage-style rooms with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and patios with seating
The Motor Lodge offers a variety of room types, each individually decorated with
a funky yet modern style. Rooms include an apartment with two bedrooms and a rental home with a full kitchen and
gorgeous views of Thumb Butte and Granite Mountain. Red or gray carpets cover
most rooms (the others have beautiful wood floors), and feature neutral patterned drapes and comforters, plus pillow-top mattresses. All rooms have outdoor patios with seating, and some have carports with AstroTurf. A combination of local art pieces and retro items such as vintage lamps, chandeliers
in carports, and old phones decorate the rooms. That said, there
are also contemporary features including flat-screen TVs, recessed lighting, and sliding barn doors.Some rooms have
kitchenettes with sinks and stovetops, and microwaves can be requested. Most bathrooms are tiny, with tan
tile, interesting art pieces, and colorful shower curtains, with white sinks
attached to the wall. Upgraded bathrooms, such as that in The Hideaway have exceptional features such as antique drawers, rainfall showerheads, and marvelous wood-and-stone showers. Paya toiletries are included in all bathrooms.
Features
Free bicycle use, covered parking, and Wi-Fi
Carport-shaded parking is available to guests free of charge, and there are loaner bicycles for those who don't want to use their cars. The property also has barbecue
grills and while concierge services are available, the
front desk has limited hours. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, but unlike other many other hotels in the area, breakfast isn't served.
