El Trovatore Motel

Owner was very pleasant and very helpful. Enjoys telling about the property and area around Kingman. The Marilyn Monroe room was great!

The El Trovatore is an exceptionally well-kept and creatively designed motel. The exterior is well-animated (literally) with characters and images that are well-recognized. The interior is clean and nicely decorated with some interesting touches (like old suitcases for nightstands) and the bathroom had a lot of original features, lending to a very nostalgic feel. It is conveniently located to the areas of interest in town. The room had no available outlet to charge any device. The bathroom fixture could not be turned on or off without using a chair, so if you are under 5 foot 7, it's a challenge. The office is not occupied most of the time and an emergency number is posted to reach someone. However, when calling the emergency number, there was only an answering machine. And I didn't receive a call back until three days later. So how is that an "emergency" number?

Loved the room and the people. Pool is closed. The room had limited electrical outlets, so had difficulty with charging phones. Good esting places in walking distance.

This is an iconic Route 66 so is a very old building, and as such it has its charm, but some items look like they are old and in disrepair. However the hotel is clean and the staff super helpful and informative about the area and its history. Property management is trying to keep the hotel in good repair. The room was extra large and the location was quiet. The property is well lit and the murals on all exterior walls are excellent!

We had room 105, designed by Chip and Joanna Gaines. First of all very tasteful however it needs to not just be pretty but functional. Had my 6’4 husband not been with me I would of never had light in the bathroom. Can’t reach the light and could not see in the bathroom mirror, hung too high. Also in this technology era, where are outlets,charging ports? I realize this was built 1930’s, but they put charge ports in lamps now.

Dated bathroom, dark shower. Easy walk to several restaurants

We really enjoyed our stay here, such a cool place! Location is perfect, and the owners were so informative on the area and beyond and were two of the nicest people we met on our road trip on route 66. Would recommend!

We received a very warm welcome upon arrival, and were provided with lots of information about the motel and Kingman. We chose the 'Marilyn Monroe' room. The room was quaint, and gave an historic feel. We appreciate it is an old motel from the 1930's, however, the room and decor were tired, and in need of some TLC. Compared to other classic Route 66 motels we've stayed at, this didn't live up to our expectations. Too much Route 66 kitsch on the outside. Less is more.

Noisy AC.

This was very clean both room and bathroom . Bed was comfortable , had plenty of towels , nice shower and inside has great pictures . Each room has a theme which is cool ! This was lots of fun because of the theme . Great owners that made you feel so comfortable! A wealth of information on the area! Great stay ! All! good !

it is a nice old well maintained hotel. Stay there for oldies memory of how old Route 66 was like. Nice friendly staff.

Very hospitable owners Property was great!!

An older historical lodging establishment that isn't for everyone.

Thank you Sam and wife for such a personable greeting, check-in experience. Sam, your unsurpassed knowledge of the area, history, etc. was remarkable! I enjoyed you taking the time to share even the 1st race of the Kentucky Derby on your TV! Thank you wife for having the air conditioning, TV and light on when I opened the door for my stay! So fresh and inviting! Thank you for the availability of the Bible and the Daily Devotional!! All were functional/operative (plumbing, electrical). The fresh, clean towels, amenities available. However, please consider continuing with the minor maintenance issues such as missing floor tiles (seal so the open areas can be routinely cleaned), replacing/cleaning molding shower curtains and rusty rods, fixtures, etc.

Great Route 66 ambiabce

The Route 66 themed El Trovatore is a bit dated but everything is clean and it is a lot of fun. Sam, the owner is very knowledgeable about the history of Kingman and Route 66 and loves to share what he knows. There is a lot of memorabilia and original outdoor artwork including the World's Longest Map of Route 66 and a new "don't miss" mural of Marilyn Monroe.

Super nice people in the office. Will stay there again

Brilliant would stay here again

Additional tip- Visit the Punjabi Dhaba restaurant 10 mins away from this Motel. Amazing Indian food. Options are limited but taste was amazing. 🍜🌶️

What pool!?! Run down— not usable.

Such a great welcome. A brief history of Kingman and the property is full of so many photo ops the room was spotless everything worked great highly recommend if you are traveling to kingman. A great stay for a great value

Office folks very nice:))

Office folks very nice:))

The owner was fantastic, historic place, was awesome and essential for a Route 66 experience Not much, anything you don’t like just chalk it up to the fact it’s a small motel

The view was fantastic, the owner who checked us in was a wealth of local information and full of great history stories. I enjoyed a long morning walk and just let my mind go back in time, We will be back. It is a old motel so the outlets are few and bathroom (while very clean) also very small. not really walking distance (but could be done) to the local breweries and a fantastic meadery "Hive Five Meade on 66 Overall a unique experience that we will do again

Was not long enough time here

The room heater if effective in warming the bedroom space but it does not reach the bathroom or the small sitting area that is directly under a window. The window is very drafty. The bathroom is very tiny, especially for a tall person, and there is no outlet for a hair dryer nor room to lay out any toiletries. The shower is really dark but is adequately warm; there is one little cubby for your soap. We stayed here for the nostalgia of the historic property as we wanted the vibe of our route 66 trip. I would recommend it for that reason but only if you are ok with the bathroom situation.

The room heater if effective in warming the bedroom space but it does not reach the bathroom or the small sitting area that is directly under a window. The window is very drafty. The bathroom is very tiny, especially for a tall person, and there is no outlet for a hair dryer nor room to lay out any toiletries. The shower is really dark but is adequately warm; there is one little cubby for your soap. We stayed here for the nostalgia of the historic property as we wanted the vibe of our route 66 trip. I would recommend it for that reason but only if you are ok with the bathroom situation.

Cheerful, clean, nice people. Cute paintings on buildings and themed room decor. Some old classic cars on the property as well .had the Audrey Hepburn room, and when I came in, the TV was on with an old Humphrey Bogart movie to set the scene.? Tables and chairs outside to use (when it's not over 102 degrees. It was 90 when I left at 8 am!) The refrigerator was large, and had a good freezer compartment for my ice cooler packs. Dog friendly. I like the old-fashioned "motel" style. Air conditioning was off when I came, and it took two hours to bring heat below 80. (It was over 100 outside.) It would have been nice if they had turned it on when I made the reservation a couple of hours earlier. The mattress needed rotating as it was breaking down on the side toward the bathroom-a common occurrence in hotels. No surfaces to put things at normal level, only a bathtub covered with a flat surface. I have a bad back and can't bend down too much. Couldn't use outside table and chairs due to the heat. It's an old place and must be hard to keep up with.

They take dogs. The room was small, crammed, and very old. The bathroom was a horror. Old bath tub with a board over it - facets were removed. The sink was grubby and the water system rumbled - and exploded water all over me. The shower stall is low - husband couldn't use it. I was charged an additional $25 per dog (for cleaning?). The price of this old and crumbling motel was excessive - way more than other Motels around the area. Homeless were living at the back canyon of the hotel. Swimming pool was empty of water.

Lots of murals and the owners support artists and they enjoy teaching facts about Route 66 and Kingman. Perfect for the Route 66 traveler.

Great stay on historic route 66 in iconic motel. So helpful with information on the local area, room was really comfortable and spotlessly clean, only sorry we weren’t there for more than one night. Would have liked a mirror in the bedroom but by n means a deal breaker , the bathroom mirror was okay!

We have stayed here quite few times and we love it. Great rooms, so much character and we really enjoy the owners.

We have stayed here quite few times and we love it. Great rooms, so much character and we really enjoy the owners.

Great Rt.66 hotel!

Great Rt.66 hotel!

Check in was great. We had an entertaining check-in and received lots of information about the hotel, the city and points of interest. Hotel was a nostalgic motel from the 1950’s but was clean and safe.

Check in was great. We had an entertaining check-in and received lots of information about the hotel, the city and points of interest. Hotel was a nostalgic motel from the 1950’s but was clean and safe.

Great hosts at the desk, themed rooms were cool, walking distance to dinner and a definite feel of Rte 66. Absolutely recommend this as a stop along your trip.

Great hosts at the desk, themed rooms were cool, walking distance to dinner and a definite feel of Rte 66. Absolutely recommend this as a stop along your trip.

Love the property loved all the pictures opportunity on Route 66.. the owner was wonderful and gave out a lot of local information and history N/a

Very nice place to stay if you are looking for Route 66 motels

Very nice place to stay if you are looking for Route 66 motels

No ice! But did get directions to the nearest Walgreens ?

Bathroom.

Samuel, the owner, knows a lot of town and motel history (next year-2026- is Route-66 centennial, so big plans for the whole route!) I actually have no complaints about El Trovatore. There was only one outlet which was busy with the TV, fridge and coffee maker. No big deal, they didn't have gobs of devices in the 193 0's (there is a plug in the lamp in the bathroom for his electric shaver...hahaha) If you are expecting a holiday inn vibe, do not pick this place. It is fun and campy.

I stayed here like 20 years and the property is still in good shape. Its historical value to Route 66 is amazing!

I stayed here like 20 years and the property is still in good shape. Its historical value to Route 66 is amazing!

Nostálgico El administrador excelente persona. Muy cómodos cuartos

Nostálgico El administrador excelente persona. Muy cómodos cuartos

Very clean & comfortable bed. We would stay again

Very clean & comfortable bed. We would stay again

Honestly didn’t recognize this hotel based on the photos. The owner and his wife are very nice and obviously struggling with a motel that has seen better days. Rustic or run down.. this was definitely rundown with the bathroom sorely in need of some TLC and cleaning. I wouldn’t recommend staying here.

Honestly didn’t recognize this hotel based on the photos. The owner and his wife are very nice and obviously struggling with a motel that has seen better days. Rustic or run down.. this was definitely rundown with the bathroom sorely in need of some TLC and cleaning. I wouldn’t recommend staying here.

We liked everything. But there was no ice machine. The owner was a wonderful, knowledgeable, funny gentleman. His wife was very nice also. Our room was very cozy. We would definitely come back.

We liked everything. But there was no ice machine. The owner was a wonderful, knowledgeable, funny gentleman. His wife was very nice also. Our room was very cozy. We would definitely come back.

Great recently Refurbished room Reception area needs an upgrade

This place had so much promise and I hoped it would be a memorable route 66 stay for us. Unfortunately the place is very run down. The final straw for us was a gigantic cockroach (and I mean gigantic) jumping out of our curtains and sprinted across the floor. We had been in the room for less than an hour and grabbed our suitcases and left. We didn’t try to get a refund nor speak to the reception about the issues. We knew that the response we would get wouldn’t be in the realms of professional customer service so we decided to save ourselves the negativity on our trip. We returned the next morning and put the keys into the drop box outside. Listen to the other reviews because they are true.

This place had so much promise and I hoped it would be a memorable route 66 stay for us. Unfortunately the place is very run down. The final straw for us was a gigantic cockroach (and I mean gigantic) jumping out of our curtains and sprinted across the floor. We had been in the room for less than an hour and grabbed our suitcases and left. We didn’t try to get a refund nor speak to the reception about the issues. We knew that the response we would get wouldn’t be in the realms of professional customer service so we decided to save ourselves the negativity on our trip. We returned the next morning and put the keys into the drop box outside. Listen to the other reviews because they are true.

Each room has a different theme. Although old, I like the classic nature of the room I'm in (has a James Dean theme). Owner/manager Sam is also a delight at check-in. He regaled me with stories if the history of the area. A true delight to talk to him.

Each room has a different theme. Although old, I like the classic nature of the room I'm in (has a James Dean theme). Owner/manager Sam is also a delight at check-in. He regaled me with stories if the history of the area. A true delight to talk to him.

The owners are nice and friendly. Beds were comfy. By all accounts we had one of the nicer rooms, Clint Eastwood theme. However we were not impressed. No light or extraction in the shower. Bathroom basin was only fit for brushing your teeth. It had chips and cracks that had been repaired with silicone! Not hygienic at all. Also coffee stains up the wall above one bed. We were due to stay again 3 it's later, tried to cancel, but no reply from owner. Still no reply 2 weeks later.

Fun to stay at because of all the murals on the outside of thebuildings . Very quaint! Very friendly!

Fun to stay at because of all the murals on the outside of thebuildings . Very quaint! Very friendly!

Definitely has a” Route 66” feel to it. I loved the lady who checked me in. She was so personable!

Definitely has a” Route 66” feel to it. I loved the lady who checked me in. She was so personable!

Shower broken. Very bad smell in the room.It is no longer a hotel, but old dilapidated houses where poor Americans live or the rooms are turned into warehouses. Nothing is repaired. I think there are only 2 hotel rooms left :(((((

Shower broken. Very bad smell in the room.It is no longer a hotel, but old dilapidated houses where poor Americans live or the rooms are turned into warehouses. Nothing is repaired. I think there are only 2 hotel rooms left :(((((

Hollywood themed loved it

Hollywood themed loved it

We loved staying in a unique and locally owned motel. There was plenty of space for the four of us. The motel is a type of retro-kitschy vibe that people will either appreciate or view as dated. We appreciated it! The owners are engaging and eager to help anyway they can. We have experience with older buildings, but we did find the shower a challenge. The room we were in, it was a dark space, and the plumbing was...quirky. But nothing we weren't able to work around.

Staff were really knowledgeable about the area and very helpful. The rooms were clean and it was a great stop on our RT 66 roadtrip.

Staff were really knowledgeable about the area and very helpful. The rooms were clean and it was a great stop on our RT 66 roadtrip.

It's really annoying to arrive at your hotel after a long trip and find the minibar empty. We suggest stocking it with drinks, which you may be charged for later, but especially with cold water; The room was very dirty, under the bed it looked like it had never been cleaned; There is no light in the shower, the bath is in semi-darkness.

It also has themed rooms based around different stars, who may have even stayed there. This trip I stayed in the Marilyn Monroe room, I've also stayed in the James Dean and John Wayne rooms. It's no Holiday Inn express or Marriot, it's a classic old motel, just like you might have stayed in when driving Route 66 60 years ago (except with AC!) The owners are trying hard, but it IS old. The most annoying things I found were a lack of counter space in the bathroom, just a small shelf mounted over the sink, and no place to hang a towel in the shower.

Quirky. Great owner/customer dialog.

Quirky. Great owner/customer dialog.

The hotel is historic so it could be thought of as a bit rustic but it doesn't feel like it.

The hotel is historic so it could be thought of as a bit rustic but it doesn't feel like it.

Sam and Monica were awesome! Loved hearing Sam's stories and informative information about the town. Will definitely stay again

Sam and Monica were awesome! Loved hearing Sam's stories and informative information about the town. Will definitely stay again

The famous neon tower sign doesn’t lite up.

The owner is a well travelled person and knows his Kingman. and Route 66 history. I liked the idea of the historical significance of the hotel for our Route 66 trip from Chicago to o Santa Monica. The murals are great. Unfortunately the establishment has slipped even further into disrepair since my last stay in 2019. The neon tower is no longer working and it sounds like there is not much chance it will be fixed any time soon. I had prepared my son before hand that the rooms are very dated however when we found several bugs scurrying around we were a little freaked out. Then we found them outside the doorway as well. With a little research we discovered that the bugs were a cockroach native to Arizona. The owner did offer a different room but at that point we had decided we couldn't confidently stay there. We booked a room elsewhere.

Interesting/ ok property Plumbing

Wonderful art on the walls No hot water in the shower Needs a shelf in the restroom

Got lot of information about the town.

Got lot of information about the town.

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If you are traveling Route 66 and want the tru feel then staying at El Trovatore is great for the vibe. No luxury but clean and comfatable. loctaed close to old Kingman Historic store and restaurants and great part of Route 66 Kingman including a Mr. "D's" Dinner.

If you are traveling Route 66 and want the tru feel then staying at El Trovatore is great for the vibe. No luxury but clean and comfatable. loctaed close to old Kingman Historic store and restaurants and great part of Route 66 Kingman including a Mr. "D's" Dinner.

The outside was really cool looking, quiet spot but the bathroom was especially dated. However overall an ok stay for the night, no issues, super friendly manager.

The outside was really cool looking, quiet spot but the bathroom was especially dated. However overall an ok stay for the night, no issues, super friendly manager.

An amazing and authentic Route 66 motel. Hosts were fun, friendly and welcoming. Gave some really useful information about Kingman and made the check in experience fun and memorable compared to most places. The room was quirky and felt really original like a time capsule. I'm glad route 66 still has places like this.

An amazing and authentic Route 66 motel. Hosts were fun, friendly and welcoming. Gave some really useful information about Kingman and made the check in experience fun and memorable compared to most places. The room was quirky and felt really original like a time capsule. I'm glad route 66 still has places like this.

It is wrapped around the edges, but that was exactly what we expected. We enjoyed the authenticity.

It is wrapped around the edges, but that was exactly what we expected. We enjoyed the authenticity.

This is an example of what happens when you have a loving owner take care of and put efforts in to keeping an original lodging establishment fully functioning. It aint "new" but it's updated and fresh where it counts, vintage and quirky where it works best. Also if you like movies/cartoons/western-kitsch then this is a MUST stop place, just dont expect it to be the Holiday Inn!! (It's way more fun).

This is an example of what happens when you have a loving owner take care of and put efforts in to keeping an original lodging establishment fully functioning. It aint "new" but it's updated and fresh where it counts, vintage and quirky where it works best. Also if you like movies/cartoons/western-kitsch then this is a MUST stop place, just dont expect it to be the Holiday Inn!! (It's way more fun).

A real piece of Americana!! Owners were lovely and informative. Rooms were clean.

A real piece of Americana!! Owners were lovely and informative. Rooms were clean.

I love the owners they are the sweetest people! The rooms are cute but need a huge update and really deep clean.

I love the owners they are the sweetest people! The rooms are cute but need a huge update and really deep clean.

The property was very charming and the rooms suited their purpose. A bit pricey, though.

The property was very charming and the rooms suited their purpose. A bit pricey, though.

I was looking to explore some Route 66 history, what i discovered was a run down dump. When leaving to get something to eat, I couldn't lock the dead bolt from outside with the key i was given, so i could only lock the door knob which was very flimsy. I pulled my laptop out of the room and put it back in the trunk of my car. The shower smelled of mold and when i turned it on, water pooled around my feet. I was standing in about 3 inches of water by the time my shower was finished; it was gross. I think the owner knows people want to experience the Route 66 vibe and he's taking advantage.

I was looking to explore some Route 66 history, what i discovered was a run down dump. When leaving to get something to eat, I couldn't lock the dead bolt from outside with the key i was given, so i could only lock the door knob which was very flimsy. I pulled my laptop out of the room and put it back in the trunk of my car. The shower smelled of mold and when i turned it on, water pooled around my feet. I was standing in about 3 inches of water by the time my shower was finished; it was gross. I think the owner knows people want to experience the Route 66 vibe and he's taking advantage.

I enjoyed walking out of my room, my car being 6 steps from my room. GREAT👍

I enjoyed walking out of my room, my car being 6 steps from my room. GREAT👍

Room was clean and had been somewhat remodeled, but there was not a convenient place to charge our phones or hearing aids. One surge protector bar behind the refrigerator. One 12x12 mirror in the bathroom above the sink.. I am not that short, but i had to stand on my tip toes to use it. Bed was comfortable. Glad we stayed and experienced the hotel, but probably will pick a more modern hotel if we come back.

Room was clean and had been somewhat remodeled, but there was not a convenient place to charge our phones or hearing aids. One surge protector bar behind the refrigerator. One 12x12 mirror in the bathroom above the sink.. I am not that short, but i had to stand on my tip toes to use it. Bed was comfortable. Glad we stayed and experienced the hotel, but probably will pick a more modern hotel if we come back.

No kettle in the room

No kettle in the room

Historic is one thing, neglected is another. My husband nailed it when he said it is like "putting lipstick on a pig." The whimsical murals can't disguise how tired and in need of some serious maintenance this place is. Dirty floors, some lights not working, no light at all in dark shower.

Historic is one thing, neglected is another. My husband nailed it when he said it is like "putting lipstick on a pig." The whimsical murals can't disguise how tired and in need of some serious maintenance this place is. Dirty floors, some lights not working, no light at all in dark shower.

Old and falling apart, uncomfortable bed

Old and falling apart, uncomfortable bed

Terrible experience! I do not recommend this hotel. The bathroom was very outdated. The shower didn’t drain at all and the water got all over the bathroom and carried into the actual room. On top of that, the service was terrible. I booked two rooms. One for me and one for a friend. I cancelled the one for a friend 3 days in advance of the trip and received a cancellation confirmation, however the hotel still charged me for both room. When I called to dispute the charge the person I spoke to on the phone was very rude and refused to honor the cancellation and issue me a refund for the second room. I strongly recommend that you look elsewhere for a place to stay.

Terrible experience! I do not recommend this hotel. The bathroom was very outdated. The shower didn’t drain at all and the water got all over the bathroom and carried into the actual room. On top of that, the service was terrible. I booked two rooms. One for me and one for a friend. I cancelled the one for a friend 3 days in advance of the trip and received a cancellation confirmation, however the hotel still charged me for both room. When I called to dispute the charge the person I spoke to on the phone was very rude and refused to honor the cancellation and issue me a refund for the second room. I strongly recommend that you look elsewhere for a place to stay.

Staff were friendly, fun and informative, safe area, themed rooms and easy parking, close to amenities

Staff were friendly, fun and informative, safe area, themed rooms and easy parking, close to amenities

Furniture was falling apart Owner though was nice but would of stayed longer but room conditions were unacceptable

Furniture was falling apart Owner though was nice but would of stayed longer but room conditions were unacceptable

This hotel was awful!!! The front office was dingy, dark and dirty. After listening to the owner try to impress us with facts and how many languages he spoke, we finally got to our room. The gap around the door was wide enough to allow small creatures (mice and such) to enter. The door lock was flimsy enough to easily kick open (we slept with a chair and luggage against the inside of the door). This was our fifth time driving Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica. All Hotels/Motels along the route were five star (Wagon Wheel, Campbell House, Blue Smallow, El Rancho, La Posada) with the exception of the El Trovatore!! We tried to stay true to the route, but if driving the Mother Road, do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else!!!

This hotel was awful!!! The front office was dingy, dark and dirty. After listening to the owner try to impress us with facts and how many languages he spoke, we finally got to our room. The gap around the door was wide enough to allow small creatures (mice and such) to enter. The door lock was flimsy enough to easily kick open (we slept with a chair and luggage against the inside of the door). This was our fifth time driving Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica. All Hotels/Motels along the route were five star (Wagon Wheel, Campbell House, Blue Smallow, El Rancho, La Posada) with the exception of the El Trovatore!! We tried to stay true to the route, but if driving the Mother Road, do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else!!!

Be warned that if you book this motel with the “Pay at Property” option that Expedia gives you, you might not have a reservation when you get there. Your room will have been given away to someone else who chose the “Pay Now” option. Anyway, that’s what we think happened to our reservation. We are not sure that’s what happened, but it sure looks that way; like the owner doesn’t want to honor the “Pay at Property” option or else he doesn’t understand it. When we arrived on Aug 13, 2024, we were told we had no reservation even though we had a confirmation email from Expedia showing that the room had been booked on July 23rd. I showed the owner the email and he wouldn’t even look at it; kept insisting that we did not make a reservation. Then he told us that it was because our card had been declined. That is ridiculous! There is no reason for our card to have been declined and we wouldn’t have gotten a confirmation email if our card had been declined. Also, I had used it that same week to book all our other hotels for this trip and had no problem checking into those hotels. I used the “Pay at Property” option for all of them, I might add. This is a very cute motel. We stayed there two years ago and wanted to stay there again this year. We were disappointed. Thank goodness it was only 5 PM when we arrived so we had time to find another hotel. I don’t think we will ever try staying at El Trovatore again. We are too upset.

Be warned that if you book this motel with the “Pay at Property” option that Expedia gives you, you might not have a reservation when you get there. Your room will have been given away to someone else who chose the “Pay Now” option. Anyway, that’s what we think happened to our reservation. We are not sure that’s what happened, but it sure looks that way; like the owner doesn’t want to honor the “Pay at Property” option or else he doesn’t understand it. When we arrived on Aug 13, 2024, we were told we had no reservation even though we had a confirmation email from Expedia showing that the room had been booked on July 23rd. I showed the owner the email and he wouldn’t even look at it; kept insisting that we did not make a reservation. Then he told us that it was because our card had been declined. That is ridiculous! There is no reason for our card to have been declined and we wouldn’t have gotten a confirmation email if our card had been declined. Also, I had used it that same week to book all our other hotels for this trip and had no problem checking into those hotels. I used the “Pay at Property” option for all of them, I might add. This is a very cute motel. We stayed there two years ago and wanted to stay there again this year. We were disappointed. Thank goodness it was only 5 PM when we arrived so we had time to find another hotel. I don’t think we will ever try staying at El Trovatore again. We are too upset.

Room was nice bathroom needs updates the bathtub had wood panel over the tub not useable. The shower lacked cleanliness. The bed itself was comfortable and clean .

Room was nice bathroom needs updates the bathtub had wood panel over the tub not useable. The shower lacked cleanliness. The bed itself was comfortable and clean .

Very personal welcome with information history of the motel

Very personal welcome with information history of the motel

I liked the art of the property but the bathroom looked a bit dirty. I also felt the check in process has a possibility of being unsafe but they know the area better than me.

I liked the art of the property but the bathroom looked a bit dirty. I also felt the check in process has a possibility of being unsafe but they know the area better than me.

This old Route 66 classic has seen better days, however, the motel provides an authentic and fun Route 66 experience for those traveling the old highway. The proprietor is a hoot who will give you a good history of the motel and of Kingman. The rooms are comfortable but definitely a bit baggage worn. They are themed to actors, which is fun. We got Marilyn Monroe

This old Route 66 classic has seen better days, however, the motel provides an authentic and fun Route 66 experience for those traveling the old highway. The proprietor is a hoot who will give you a good history of the motel and of Kingman. The rooms are comfortable but definitely a bit baggage worn. They are themed to actors, which is fun. We got Marilyn Monroe

Place was kind of run down considering it is supposed to be a Route 66 landmark and destination. Owner was very nice and informative about local sites and history.

Place was kind of run down considering it is supposed to be a Route 66 landmark and destination. Owner was very nice and informative about local sites and history.

The hotel proprietor was a very charming and knowledgeable fellow. He was quite interesting to talk with. The motel as a whole is very, very old and showing it's age. Each room is decorated in a celebrity theme. We stayed in the Marilyn Monroe room. The motel does have a lot of charm if you don't mind crumbling and old. The bed was very comfortable.

The hotel proprietor was a very charming and knowledgeable fellow. He was quite interesting to talk with. The motel as a whole is very, very old and showing it's age. Each room is decorated in a celebrity theme. We stayed in the Marilyn Monroe room. The motel does have a lot of charm if you don't mind crumbling and old. The bed was very comfortable.

Owner was extremely pleasant and welcoming. He told us many stories about the area and gave information about where to visit and restaurants.

Owner was extremely pleasant and welcoming. He told us many stories about the area and gave information about where to visit and restaurants.

I booked this place last minute when other accommodation didn’t work out for me - it was way lovelier than I expected! The managers were super friendly and made sure that the room was clean and ready for me, and while I waited for that the manager gave me a quick history of the town and was very kind. Lovely room with great a/c (it was over 100 degrees during my stay and it was perfectly cool in the room). Highly recommmend!

I booked this place last minute when other accommodation didn’t work out for me - it was way lovelier than I expected! The managers were super friendly and made sure that the room was clean and ready for me, and while I waited for that the manager gave me a quick history of the town and was very kind. Lovely room with great a/c (it was over 100 degrees during my stay and it was perfectly cool in the room). Highly recommmend!

I was so excited to stay at this hotel, a vintage hotel on Route 66. This hotel even has a theme song on their website and vintage neon signs. The photos on Expedia seemed like it would be cute and quirky. The hotel office, smelled like a dog and was cluttered. The agent who checked us in was kind and gave good recommendations for the area. After checking in, we learned that the bathtub in our room was covered by a piece of painted plywood and that we would only be able to use the shower. It was not a huge deal, just a disappointment. We decided to stroll around the property and check it out. Here is what was not disclosed when booking the room: a large portion of the hotel is rented out on a monthly basis to some hard luck stories as micro apartments The two buildings in the front serve most of the vacation bookings and look kept up. The buildings in the back look a little rundown. I'm not sure if knowing the rooms were sublet as micro apartments would have deterred me from staying with my boyfriend, but if I were staying alone it would have been nice to know up front. Also, the vintage signs have been inoperable for quite some time according to one of the residents

I was so excited to stay at this hotel, a vintage hotel on Route 66. This hotel even has a theme song on their website and vintage neon signs. The photos on Expedia seemed like it would be cute and quirky. The hotel office, smelled like a dog and was cluttered. The agent who checked us in was kind and gave good recommendations for the area. After checking in, we learned that the bathtub in our room was covered by a piece of painted plywood and that we would only be able to use the shower. It was not a huge deal, just a disappointment. We decided to stroll around the property and check it out. Here is what was not disclosed when booking the room: a large portion of the hotel is rented out on a monthly basis to some hard luck stories as micro apartments The two buildings in the front serve most of the vacation bookings and look kept up. The buildings in the back look a little rundown. I'm not sure if knowing the rooms were sublet as micro apartments would have deterred me from staying with my boyfriend, but if I were staying alone it would have been nice to know up front. Also, the vintage signs have been inoperable for quite some time according to one of the residents

It is difficult to trade off authentic fixtures and fittings with modern expectations. Old original sinks and shower fittings are good but not the dirty and messy sealant around the fittings

It is difficult to trade off authentic fixtures and fittings with modern expectations. Old original sinks and shower fittings are good but not the dirty and messy sealant around the fittings

Nice piece of Route 66 history but room could definitely need some updates. I suggest to stay somewhere else and come to take pictures.

Nice piece of Route 66 history but room could definitely need some updates. I suggest to stay somewhere else and come to take pictures.

This place is cool. Has a lot of the original set up from pre war

This place is cool. Has a lot of the original set up from pre war

The long Route66 mural outside the origional rooms. Plus, the movie star themes for each room.

The long Route66 mural outside the origional rooms. Plus, the movie star themes for each room.

The bathroom was original and I put just didn’t look clean. There was a wooden mat on the shower floor and we wondered what it covered, it seemed like there might have been mold. We didn’t shower. Also, the curtain on the window was old and dated and left the window exposed for anyone to see in ( frankly, no one would have been able to look without binoculars. The door had a hole in the corner which madE me wonder what critters might be visiting. Overall, there have been nice changes but they would benefit from updating the bathroom and the exterior door. Oh, and my key opened the room next to us when I went to the wrong groom accidentally. The owner, Sam, was very nice and informative. The floor in the sleeping area was updated and looked nice. The Marilyn Monroe them was nice.

The bathroom was original and I put just didn’t look clean. There was a wooden mat on the shower floor and we wondered what it covered, it seemed like there might have been mold. We didn’t shower. Also, the curtain on the window was old and dated and left the window exposed for anyone to see in ( frankly, no one would have been able to look without binoculars. The door had a hole in the corner which madE me wonder what critters might be visiting. Overall, there have been nice changes but they would benefit from updating the bathroom and the exterior door. Oh, and my key opened the room next to us when I went to the wrong groom accidentally. The owner, Sam, was very nice and informative. The floor in the sleeping area was updated and looked nice. The Marilyn Monroe them was nice.

Liked the historical aspect, need to restore room though. Clean and comfortable. Host shared history and info on area and services entertainingly.

Liked the historical aspect, need to restore room though. Clean and comfortable. Host shared history and info on area and services entertainingly.

The owner was great!!! He is very knowledgeable about all things Kingsman.

The owner was great!!! He is very knowledgeable about all things Kingsman.

Helpful host. Property needs touch up.

Helpful host. Property needs touch up.

no light in the shower faucet knob came off but the place is clean . no ice machine no vending machines .

no light in the shower faucet knob came off but the place is clean . no ice machine no vending machines .

It was fine for one night

It was fine for one night

Lovely hosts that took time to explain Kingman history and provide dining recommendations! Fun hotel that gives you the feeling of Route 66 days…nostalgia is a big theme.

Lovely hosts that took time to explain Kingman history and provide dining recommendations! Fun hotel that gives you the feeling of Route 66 days…nostalgia is a big theme.

Favorite place to stay in Kingman.

Favorite place to stay in Kingman.

Very original Route 66 motel. Exceptional cleanliness, linens. Cool 50s vibe!

Very original Route 66 motel. Exceptional cleanliness, linens. Cool 50s vibe!

This is a wonderful historic motel, run by friendly enthusiast people. We enjoyed learning about the property and Kingman’s history from them.

This is a wonderful historic motel, run by friendly enthusiast people. We enjoyed learning about the property and Kingman’s history from them.

The room was fine. The outside and property grounds were a bit rough looking. Pool didn't have any water in it. The hotel office was cluttered, pretty un professional looking, which is putting it kindly. The guy checking us in was nice and friendly. Just a bit unprofessional in presentation of their office and check in. Probably won't stay there again. It wasn't the worst place we've stayed in, but there's nothing there to be excited about. Sorry for the not so good review, it could just be better is all.

The room was fine. The outside and property grounds were a bit rough looking. Pool didn't have any water in it. The hotel office was cluttered, pretty un professional looking, which is putting it kindly. The guy checking us in was nice and friendly. Just a bit unprofessional in presentation of their office and check in. Probably won't stay there again. It wasn't the worst place we've stayed in, but there's nothing there to be excited about. Sorry for the not so good review, it could just be better is all.

Manager very friendly

Manager very friendly

The owners have poured so much love into this place. The murals and the individual decor in each room (we had the Audrey Hepburn room) added much to the experience. We were having trouble with the wifi (we were trying to watch a streaming religious service) and the maintenance guy came to our room two or three times in the evening to try to resolve it. It never got resolved, but you can't top the effort and service. Sam the owner is an original; he's going to give you the history of the motel and the town. Checking into this place isn't so much a formality as it is a commitment. Monica his wife is charming and so proud of what they've done with the place. El Trovatore is a don't-miss on Route 66.

The owners have poured so much love into this place. The murals and the individual decor in each room (we had the Audrey Hepburn room) added much to the experience. We were having trouble with the wifi (we were trying to watch a streaming religious service) and the maintenance guy came to our room two or three times in the evening to try to resolve it. It never got resolved, but you can't top the effort and service. Sam the owner is an original; he's going to give you the history of the motel and the town. Checking into this place isn't so much a formality as it is a commitment. Monica his wife is charming and so proud of what they've done with the place. El Trovatore is a don't-miss on Route 66.

The owner welcomed us with a brief history of the hotel and past guests that was nice to hear. All of the rooms are themed rooms. They were clean and comfortable. The exterior of the buildings were painted with a variety of murals and it was a very inviting area.

The owner welcomed us with a brief history of the hotel and past guests that was nice to hear. All of the rooms are themed rooms. They were clean and comfortable. The exterior of the buildings were painted with a variety of murals and it was a very inviting area.

We loved this motel. If you are wanting a different experience than a chain, this is worth checking out. When we are back in Kingman, we are staying here!

We loved this motel. If you are wanting a different experience than a chain, this is worth checking out. When we are back in Kingman, we are staying here!

The owners were very nice. They give you a detailed historical account of this classic Route 66 establishment as well as the town of Kingman. Then give you advice on where to eat and how to get around. Very enjoyable conversation.

The owners were very nice. They give you a detailed historical account of this classic Route 66 establishment as well as the town of Kingman. Then give you advice on where to eat and how to get around. Very enjoyable conversation.

Funky and old but has some playfulness and Route 66 vibe. Very informative check in with all of the local bars and restaurants.

Funky and old but has some playfulness and Route 66 vibe. Very informative check in with all of the local bars and restaurants.

Sam, the proprietor, is extremely knowledgeable of El Travatore’s past history and he’s very knowledgeable of Kingman and the surrounds. If you are looking for an authentic experience this historic hotel is the real deal! I’m tired of the chain hotels, and am enjoying the history of the El Trovatore!

Sam, the proprietor, is extremely knowledgeable of El Travatore’s past history and he’s very knowledgeable of Kingman and the surrounds. If you are looking for an authentic experience this historic hotel is the real deal! I’m tired of the chain hotels, and am enjoying the history of the El Trovatore!

Lots of history here! The rooms are spacious and clean. The owners are on site and very friendly.

Lots of history here! The rooms are spacious and clean. The owners are on site and very friendly.

Love the character of the hotel and it’s charm and how nice of a hotel it must have been in its hay day. Huge rooms and lots of potential to modernize and bring back to its hay day.

Love the character of the hotel and it’s charm and how nice of a hotel it must have been in its hay day. Huge rooms and lots of potential to modernize and bring back to its hay day.

Very large rooms and COMFORTABLE BEDS!!!

Very large rooms and COMFORTABLE BEDS!!!

It is an old motel, you stay for the nostalgia. The room was roomy.

It is an old motel, you stay for the nostalgia. The room was roomy.

Fun Route 66 experience. Owners were very friendly and we really enjoyed chatting with them. If your doing Route 66 this is a must stay/visit.

Fun Route 66 experience. Owners were very friendly and we really enjoyed chatting with them. If your doing Route 66 this is a must stay/visit.

Surprisingly cute,useful decor. Clean. Old bathroom fixtures. Good food nearby.

Surprisingly cute,useful decor. Clean. Old bathroom fixtures. Good food nearby.

Great place for a pit stop. Sam at the front desk was very entertaining as he gave us a 20 min history lesson on the area. We enjoyed our stay here!

Great place for a pit stop. Sam at the front desk was very entertaining as he gave us a 20 min history lesson on the area. We enjoyed our stay here!

We enjoyed the historic charm of this motel on Route 66. The bathroom was clean. The sheets were nice and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed talking with the owners to learn a little more about this historic stop on Route 66. It was built in the 1930s so expect it to be more "rustic" than a new motel and just enjoy the history. We will stay here again the next time we travel through Kingman.

We enjoyed the historic charm of this motel on Route 66. The bathroom was clean. The sheets were nice and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed talking with the owners to learn a little more about this historic stop on Route 66. It was built in the 1930s so expect it to be more "rustic" than a new motel and just enjoy the history. We will stay here again the next time we travel through Kingman.

Owner was very helpful and really enjoyed sharing information about Kingman and the local places.

Owner was very helpful and really enjoyed sharing information about Kingman and the local places.

This hotel was clean, but it is definitely a historical classic. Cute how the rooms are theme based. When we initially drove by I was a bit skeptical, but it was fine. No frills, no coffee in the rooms, but Mr. D’s is just down the road and a fun little spot to grab breakfast.

This hotel was clean, but it is definitely a historical classic. Cute how the rooms are theme based. When we initially drove by I was a bit skeptical, but it was fine. No frills, no coffee in the rooms, but Mr. D’s is just down the road and a fun little spot to grab breakfast.

Short two day stay, more than fulfilled expectations for a vintage hotel. Great location. Sam is a great host. Loved the themed Marilyn Monroe room! Very comfortable bed. Would definitely stay again.

Short two day stay, more than fulfilled expectations for a vintage hotel. Great location. Sam is a great host. Loved the themed Marilyn Monroe room! Very comfortable bed. Would definitely stay again.

Great RT 66 motel!!!

Great RT 66 motel!!!

This hotel is awesome! It's a piece of route 66 history and has been very well maintained. It is still very much like it would have been on the 1950s, so if you're expecting a modern 5 star hotel this probably isn't for you. BUT, if you're looking to experience a piece of history in a very nice hotel with amazing owners that are full of information about route 66 at it's best, then you need to check this place out.

This hotel is awesome! It's a piece of route 66 history and has been very well maintained. It is still very much like it would have been on the 1950s, so if you're expecting a modern 5 star hotel this probably isn't for you. BUT, if you're looking to experience a piece of history in a very nice hotel with amazing owners that are full of information about route 66 at it's best, then you need to check this place out.

We stayed here for the historical Route 66 significance and beautiful neon sign. Manager was nice enough. Rooms need to be restored with historical detail, especially the showers.

Hotel is very outdated. It needs a lot of work. However it was clean and the hosts were very pleasant.

Great character and the friendly check-in was excellent.

Great Route 66 theme. And clean!

Super friendly and helpful staff. Best-ever intro to the area, attractions, history, restaurants, etc.

Family Thanks giving Dinner

If your looking for a route 66 experience from the past. This is the place... if your looking for 5 stars and room service etc like a hilton. This in not the place.

If you like kitschy with a 1940's vibe, this is the place for you. No phones in room, hot water and wi-fi issues. The staff was GREAT but this place has not been manintained very well and needs a lot of work. Front doors face parking lot and the lock hardware leaves you feeling unsafe. An interesting experience.

One of my favorite places. Older, but well maintained and clean. You can feel the history of 66 here. Owners are super nice and very helpful pointing our several POIs and providing a local map. Marilyn Monroe room for me! Loved it.

This place has known some better days… It was, by far, the worst hotel we had in our 25 day trip. Windows are condemned, bath is condemned, the door handle will come off if you don’t pay attention. Rent somewhere else. This place is not worth it

Original 1930s motel with themed rooms and murals outside. Rooms good but obviously with period fittings. I stayed in Audrey Hepburn room and whether by accident or design one of her movies was showing on the TV when I entered my room. Proprietor explained history of motel and the town at check-in which was refreshing.

The Wi-Fi was hopeless, there was no coffee machine in the room, it was virtually impossible to get the old two faucet shower to the correct temperature and the bed was old, soft and uncomfortable. Although the hotel trades on its historical association with Route 66 it is essentially run down and in need of renovation. You will pay $30 more than an equivalent (better equipped) budget hotel such as Super 8 or Motel 6.

Stayed in a piece of history! Exceptionally clean. Quiet. Sam the owner knows the history of Kingman and this stretch of ‘66 as well or better than anyone.

We were in the James Dean room. Different cartoon characters are painted on the outside walls of the motel. Porky Pig, Betty Boop, Wylie Coyote, etc. Very fun place & the owners are too! They are also very knowledgable about the history of Kingman & Route 66. Wished we could of stayed longer in Kingman.

We stayed because it is a true Route 66 motel. Therefore it is very dated. However the owners are delightful and very informative. The bed was great and it was easy to get around from there. These types of places are for those who seek Americana at its best.

El Trovatore Motel is THE place to stay in Kingman on your Route 66 road trip. It has the longest Route 66 map in the country, painted all over the motel wall. A historic little gem !

If you like nostalgia this is a place to go. The owner is a wealth of knowledge on the Kingman area and Route 66. Be prepared to hear a lot of history.

Very unique historically significant to Rte 66.

Historic Route 66 motel.

I have the pictures to backup my statement. This location to us is not a 5 4 3 or even a 2 star location. We pulled in and had a sight to scare us into leaving. We noted a broken room window. Wood that appears to be rotted. Paint ceiling from the wood doors. Extension cords used for some sort of reason upon wooden poles. Those poles also had what apprared to be rot and peeled paint. Someone should look at who exactly is posting such reports.