Vintage hotels

The launch of Hotel Week London, is a new initiative aimed at promoting and supporting the re-opening of London’s finest hotels post lockdown

These real-life accommodations have had starring roles in major Hollywood films

Ein gigantisch grosser Tropfen, der von der Decke zu fallen scheint, glamouröse Samtsessel oder eine Bar, die meterhoch bis unter die Balken reicht. Es gibt Hotels, die bestechen – nebst Lage und Service – speziell durch ihr exzellentes Einrichtungskonzept. Wir zeigen Ihnen ein Quintett.

171st and Collins Ave. Miami Beach, Fla. The Right People awarded overwhelming recognition to this new Motel. Each room is equipped with private tub and shower, running ice water, and air conditioned. On the premises is our own private pool - surf bathing - shuffle boards - golf range - horse shoes, and other sporting activities. Cocktail Lounge and Restaurant on the Premises. The Driftwood is truly a Vacation Paradise. Mailed fro North Miami, Florida to Mr. & Mrs. Sinclair Russ and Mr…

The Bowery Hotel — the name alone pretty much sums it up. The first and only high-design hotel on this one-time skid row is the younger sister to the Maritime, over in the Meatpacking District, and is thus as clear evidence as any that this little strip, bordering on the East Village and the still slightly rough-edged Lower East Side, has officially gentrified. Downtown purists can fret all they like, but the realists among us have learned to sit back and enjoy the ride. After all, we come…

The Siren Hotel in Detroit was fashioned after two recurring images: the Greek mythological Siren and the siren call to rally a crowd.

The Carlyle Hotel, Bemelmans Bar, and the exhibit celebrating his work...

These vintage keys from famed L.A. hotel Chateau Marmont sparked childhood memories of rock stars and hippies for photographer Dewey Nicks.

Reef Beach Motel, 921 South Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, Florida. This lovely retro postcard is postmarked October 14 1961. It has a purple liberty 3 cent stamp.