Motels in Texas

Big Texan Motel Amarillo, TX. Technically on I-40, but associated with Route 66 for years, the Big Texan Motel is part of the Big Texan Steak Ranch complex, which includes entertainment, a gift shop and the famous restaurant where you can get a 72-oz. steak dinner for free if you eat the whole thing in an hour. Like the rest of the complex, the motel is decorated in an Old West theme and offers many amenities, including on-site laundry, Continental breakfast, and a swimming pool shaped like the state of Texas. Pets allowed. To make reservations, call (800) 657-7177.

Vega Motel Vega, Texas. Historic motel dating from the 1940s. Clean, cute rooms in a quiet setting make this a must-stop. Amenities include a central courtyard (perfect for picnics), carports to protect your vehicle, and an old Model T Ford out front for photo ops. Pets allowed. The historic neon sign has been repainted and the neon is being restored by members of Friends of the Mother Road. For reservations, call (806) 267-2205.