My wife and I enjoyed visiting the Starlux. I'm aware of the Caribbean, but We would like to visit any other Doo Wop-styled motels where the rooms themselves, not just the exteriors and lobby, have the retro-future look. Which other places on the island share this look?
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Thanks, Anthony! I was in the Shalimar about 2 weeks ago, I think exactly 2 weeks ago today, and the gracious desk clerk did tell me that the location's rooms do indeed have that retro doo-wop look.
I just remembered the Shalimar. Can't believe I forgot it!
Worn out is authentic! That's just fine.
I don't know if I would call it retro but I know someone who stayed at the Yankee Clipper who said the place including most of the furniture is from around 1965 as the place has never been renovated, looks a little worn out though.
By serendippity, an employee from Bel Air came to my place of employment. She said that the rooms have more of a surfer/Tiki vibe than the Googie/Populuxe/Retro-Future look, because since young people tend to not get the "doo Wop" look, they went to something they'd "get". I don't know if there are any others other than Starlux & Caribbean, but the new owners of Caribbean weren't too keen on letting someone stay for a only a few daytime hours, even if that guest paid for a full night. :(
Thanks! Any others?
Bel Air 5510 Ocean Ave