The
Funky Mid-Century Motels of the Wildwoods From
the space-age "Satellite", to the exotic "Tahiti" to the swanky
"Starlux", there's no shortage of vintage 1950s and 1960s motels in
the Wildwoods, preserved in all their kitschy splendor... | | Ala
Kai Motel
Built in 1955, the Ala Kai was one of the
Wildwoods' first of many Polynesian-themed motels... |
La
Vita Motel
Elaborately detailed balcony rails and
a large rooftop neon sign mark this 1950s motel... |  |
| Knoll's
Resort Motel
From the kitschy balcony rails to the
pastel greens and yellows (and even the retro umbrellas!), the Knoll's is another
well-preserved 1950s classic in Wildwood... |
Park
Lane Motel
Built in 1960, the Park Lane features zig-zagging
balconies, distinctive brick patterns and other unique exterior details... |  |
| Biscayne
Motel
This 1960s motel features a large, playful rooftop
sign along with angled balconies that define its mid-century look... |
Viking
Motel
The 1965 Viking Motel features the obligatory
cantilevered roof, zig-zag walls and "retro" brick patterns. |  |
| Lu
Fran Motel
Recently refreshed with shades of pink and
aqua, the 1960 Lu Fran is purely vintage. |
Waikiki
Inn
Lava rock walls, thatched canopies, vintage neon
and colorful paint make the Waikiki one of the Wildwoods' most recognizable Polynesian-themed
motor hotels. |  |
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