Motels
Motels
Though the original sign still says Griggs, this has been the Belair Motel since at least the late 1960s. This neon sign, along with a fabulous neon star, still worked up until just a few years ago. When we were taking these pictures, an angry woman came rushing out, very upset that someone would dare to take a photo of their sign. She seemed utterly incapable of grasping why anyone would think that "that old sign" was anything anyone would want to take a picture of. It's a wonder they haven't already torn it down. Great looking place, but of course I certainly won't recommend it to anyone to actually stay in.
The Li'l Abner Motel is located in Slade, KY near Natural Bridge. They've served tourists with low-budget lodging since the 1950s and are still going strong. The restaurant doesn't seem to exist anymore, but the special cottages behind the motel are still available for when you want some real swank. 27 rooms, 4 cottages, outdoor pool. Make your reservations at (606) 663-5384.
......And just 15 minutes West of Slade's Li'l Abner Motel, we find Abner's Motel in Clay City.
Lexington's greatest retro motel, located on New Circle Road.
