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The History of the Motel: 100 Years of Neon and Kitsch In 1925, the first motel opened on a California highway, ushering in a new era of convenience and comfort for a nation falling in love with the open road. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/10/22/travel/motels-history-100-years.html