The Blue Swallow has been serving travelers along the Mother Road since 1939, and today, our guests enjoy a pleasant reminder of what it was like to travel across the USA in the "good old days." Unlike the big corporately-owned chains, we are family owned and operated. With hospitality provided by owners Rob and Dawn, you will always be welcomed like family.
From the beautifully restored rooms, to the distinctive attached garages, to the fabulous neon display each night, a stay at the Blue Swallow is a unique experience that will leave you rested, refreshed, and with wonderful new memories. Come take a step back to a simpler time, meet your neighbors from around the world, and relax under the glow of the neon lights in the historic courtyard of the Blue Swallow Motel.
It will be a pleasure to have you stay with us!
From the beautifully restored rooms, to the distinctive attached garages, to the fabulous neon display each night, a stay at the Blue Swallow is a unique experience that will leave you rested, refreshed, and with wonderful new memories. Come take a step back to a simpler time, meet your neighbors from around the world, and relax under the glow of the neon lights in the historic courtyard of the Blue Swallow Motel.
It will be a pleasure to have you stay with us!
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The Blue Swallow Court, as it was originally called, was open and operating with ten rooms sometime in 1940.
Mr. and Mrs. Huggins operated both the motor court and a cafe on the site.
Ted Jones, a prominent eastern New Mexico rancher, was the first long-term owner/operator.
Facing Route 66, the Blue Swallow offers access to motorists from both the highway and a side street.
The motel has an L-shaped plan and consists of 12 units (two more were added by approximately 1948) with a centrally-located office and manager's residence.
Mr. and Mrs. Huggins operated both the motor court and a cafe on the site.
Ted Jones, a prominent eastern New Mexico rancher, was the first long-term owner/operator.
Facing Route 66, the Blue Swallow offers access to motorists from both the highway and a side street.
The motel has an L-shaped plan and consists of 12 units (two more were added by approximately 1948) with a centrally-located office and manager's residence.
There are many reasons to make the choice to plan a stay at the Blue Swallow Motel.
The Blue Swallow is one of the most historic and unique motels on Route 66, or anywhere in the USA.
While the building itself is special, a stay the Blue Swallow is a unique experience that will be a highlight of your Route 66 trip.
You will feel like you have stepped back to a simpler time while you relax under the warm glow of the neon lights.
Just because you choose to stay at a historic motel doesn't mean you need to compromise on comfort.
The Blue Swallow is one of the most historic and unique motels on Route 66, or anywhere in the USA.
While the building itself is special, a stay the Blue Swallow is a unique experience that will be a highlight of your Route 66 trip.
You will feel like you have stepped back to a simpler time while you relax under the warm glow of the neon lights.
Just because you choose to stay at a historic motel doesn't mean you need to compromise on comfort.
Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. and concludes at 9:00 p.m. Failure to arrive during the check-in window may result in forfeiture of your reservation.
The Blue Swallow Family Suite - 2 queen-beds, 1 pull-out sleeper sofa, 2 rooms - Maximum 5 people.
No-shows will result in a one-night charge.
Cancellations made within 24 hours will result in a full one-night charge.
Please understand that with a limited number of rooms available and high demand, we have turned others away while holding a room for you.
The Blue Swallow Family Suite - 2 queen-beds, 1 pull-out sleeper sofa, 2 rooms - Maximum 5 people.
No-shows will result in a one-night charge.
Cancellations made within 24 hours will result in a full one-night charge.
Please understand that with a limited number of rooms available and high demand, we have turned others away while holding a room for you.
Remember, you can book a specific room and even have flower bouquet in your room for special events.
Each room at the Blue Swallow has been restored to represent a room at a motor court as it would have been in the 1940s and 50s.
Each room is unique in its furnishings and decor.
All rooms feature vintage lighting, period-style furniture, original bath fixtures and tile work, art work representative of the era, and a working 1940s rotary dial telephone.
You will find your room comfortable, quiet, and clean.
Each room at the Blue Swallow has been restored to represent a room at a motor court as it would have been in the 1940s and 50s.
Each room is unique in its furnishings and decor.
All rooms feature vintage lighting, period-style furniture, original bath fixtures and tile work, art work representative of the era, and a working 1940s rotary dial telephone.
You will find your room comfortable, quiet, and clean.
We encourage you to plan to arrive early enough to be able to relax, meet your neighbors, play a game, enjoy a meal at one of Tucumcari's good restaurants, view and photograph the Blue Swallow's neon (and other neon signs in town such as at the TeePee Curios shop and Del's Restaurant), visit our museums, check out the nearly 30 murals, do some shopping, or visit other historic sites in the area.
We do not allow check-ins after 9:00pm Mountain Time due to the unique nature of the Blue Swallow.
Not all vehicles will fit in a garage.
We do not allow check-ins after 9:00pm Mountain Time due to the unique nature of the Blue Swallow.
Not all vehicles will fit in a garage.
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