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Route 66 stops in New Mexico
1. Whiting Bros Motel Sign - NM
Former motel signage from the Whiting Bros chain.
3. Route 66 Diner
Classic American diner serving hearty meals and nostalgia.
4. Railway Cafe
Cozy roadside café with breakfast and coffee staples.
5. Blue Spruce Lodge
Traditional budget motel with rustic southwestern style.
6. Lariat Lodge
Simple roadside motel catering to Route 66 travelers.
7. El Rancho Hotel
Historic hotel known for hosting Hollywood stars along Route 66.
8. El Rancho Sign
Historic sign associated with the famous El Rancho Hotel, a landmark of Hollywood's Route 66 era.
9. Zia Motel
Budget-friendly motel with easy access to Route 66 attractions.
10. Redwood Lodge
Classic roadside motel turned retro attraction popular with photographers.
11. Angela's Café
Cozy café offering breakfast and lunch with New Mexican flair.
12. El Coronado Motel
Former motel on Route 66 now abandoned, retains iconic signage.
13. Visitors Center
Helpful stop for maps, info, and local history in Gallup.
14. Gallup Coffee Company
Popular downtown coffeehouse serving espresso and pastries.
15. El Morro Theatre
Vintage art deco theatre featuring films and live events.
16. Richardson's Trading
Historic trading post specializing in Native American art and jewelry.
17. Jerry's Cafe
Beloved diner serving New Mexican cuisine and green chile plates.
18. Lexington Hotel
Basic hotel located on Route 66, popular with budget travelers.
19. John's Used Cars Giant Cowboy
Large cowboy statue — classic Gallup photo op.
20. Motel Thunderbird
Abandoned motel still marked by a distinctive neon sign.
21. Colonial Motel
Classic Route 66 motel with retro charm.
22. Arrowhead Lodge
Quaint Route 66-era lodge with southwestern charm.
23. Golden Desert Motel
Affordable motel with simple accommodations along the Route.
24. Earl's Family Restaurant
Historic eatery known for Native crafts and local cuisine.
25. Navajo Zuni Shop
Previously Native art and souvenir shop, now closed.
26. Desert Skies
Modest Route 66 motel near shops and restaurants.
27. Virgie's Restaurant
Family-run eatery serving Southwestern and Mexican favorites in a casual setting.
28. Mootel
Quirky Route 66-themed motel known for nostalgic charm and neon signage.
29. El Capitan Motel
Retro-style Route 66 motel with modern comforts.
30. Pow Wow Restaurant & Lizard Lounge
Classic diner and lounge offering southwestern cuisine.
31. Buckaroo Motel
Western-themed roadside motel with cowboy vibe.
32. Route 66 Sculpture
Sculpture display honoring Route 66 legacy.
33. New Mexico Route 66 Museum
Museum celebrating Route 66 history in New Mexico.
34. Mercantile 29:11
Quaint shop offering Route 66 merchandise and gifts.
35. Tucumcari Trading Post
Gift shop with Route 66 memorabilia and western goods.
36. Rubee's Diner
Abandoned retro-style Route 66 diner.
37. Ranch House Cafe
Deserted Route 66 café and classic roadside relic.
38. Magnolia Station
Closed service station from Route 66’s heyday.
39. Esso Gas Station (Tucumcari)
Vintage Esso station preserved for Route 66 travelers.
40. Paradise Cafe
Long-abandoned roadside cafe on Route 66.
41. Paradise Motel - NM
Empty vintage motel along historic Route 66
42. Silver Moon Cafe
Local café serving Route 66 travelers through eastern New Mexico.
43. La Mesa Motel
Affordable stopover motel for Route 66 travelers
44. Route 66 Restaurant
Closed restaurant that once served Route 66 patrons.
46. Visitor Info Center
Information stop for Santa Rosa visitors and travelers.
47. The Blue Hole
Crystal-clear natural spring and popular diving spot.
48. Sun 'n Sand Motel Sign
Preserved Sun 'n Sand Motel sign, a notable Route 66 neon artifact currently displayed on the ground.
49. Sun 'N Sand Motel
Classic Route 66 roadside motel with retro charm.
50. Bless Me Ultima Park
Community park honoring author Rudolfo Anaya.
51. Sunset Motel - NM
Quaint mid-century motel with nostalgic feel.
52. Joseph's Bar & Grill
Classic Route 66 diner known for hearty food and neon signage.
53. La Loma Lodge & RV Park
Family-run lodge and RV park along Route 66.
55. Route 66 Auto Museum
Museum showcasing vintage cars and Route 66 memorabilia.
56. Historic Plaza Hotel
Victorian-style hotel built in 1882 overlooking the plaza.
57. Abandoned Route 66 Bridge
Abandoned bridge along the historic Route 66 corridor.
58. San Jose Catholic Church
Traditional adobe Catholic church in rural New Mexico.
59. Mayela's Restaurant
Once-popular local eatery, now closed.
60. Pecos National Historical Park
Preserved ruins and trails of the Pecos Pueblo and mission.