Posts Tagged ‘motels’

Driftwood Motel, Old Orchard Beach, 1950’s

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009

On back: “Driftwood Motel, 68 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, Maine.  Surf & bathing a few steps from our doors, beautifully appointed units with kitcheonettes, tile baths - air conditioned - electric heat. Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Paul - Owners. Phone 6-5582.”

Gateway Motel, Madawaska, Maine

Saturday, March 21st, 2009

On back: “Gateway Motel, U.S. Route 1, Madawaska, Maine. ‘New England’s Most Northern Motel.’ 18 deluxe units with Panoramic View of St. John River and Canada- Off Highway. Tiled baths, tub and showers. Hot water heat with individual room thermostats. Radios & TV. Breakfast bar. Open Year ‘Round. Phone: 728-3865. Owner- Manager- Phil and Yolanda Cyr.”

Maine Motel, South Portland, Maine, 1975

Friday, March 13th, 2009

On back: “Maine Motel, Rte-U.S. 1 - Maine TPike Exit 7. 606 Main St., So. Portland, Me. 04106. Phone: (207) 774-8284. 2 1/2 miles south of Downtown Portland. Attractive sound proof rooms with color T.V., guest shower & room phones. Your hosts, Beverly and Keith Marin.”

Twin City Motel, Brewer, Maine

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

“Twin City Motel, 453 Wilson Street- Brewer- Maine. 1 1/2 miles east of Bangor on Rte. 1A to Ellsworth. Phone 989-5450 (Area Code 207). AAA, Mobil Guide, ALA.  Breakfast Bar-Dining Room-Cocktail Lounge-Air Conditioned-82 Fine Rooms-TV- Swimming Pool.”

Howard Johnson’s, South Portland, Maine, 1951

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009

“Landmark for Hungry Amercians. Exit 7 Maine Turnpike, U.S. Route 1, South Portland, Maine, Tel. SPruce 2-1221. 675 Main St. South Portland, Maine. Banquet Facilities- Cocktails.”