Holbrook

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Holbrook featuring signage and desert views
Known as the Gateway to the Petrified Forest, Navajo County’s colorful seat has over 225 million years of geologic history and a Wild West past.

Walking down Holbrook’s friendly streets today, you would never guess it was once called “too tough for women and churches.” During America’s 19th-century westward expansion, Holbrook became a major cow town. The Wild West town was marked by cattle rustling, shootouts and general lawlessness. Today, use Holbrook as a jumping-off point to investigate Arizona’s distinctive geologic formations. Appreciate its gun-slinging past along the distinctively named Bucket of Blood Street.

Explore Petrified Forest National Park, which is located about a 30-minute drive outside Holbrook. Discover petrified logs that are up to 225 million years old, along with fossils, badlands, mesas and ancient petroglyphs. Discover the sprawling Painted Desert, filled with brilliantly colored rocks.

Go on a short loop hike through Blue Mesa, known for its blue-banded rocks. Enjoy sweeping views from the top of the mesa. Stroll along the Crystal Forest Loop in the heart of Petrified Forest National Park. Here ancient petrified trees are embedded with crystals, which have given them a unique hue.

Discover an early piece of American history at Agate House. The eight-room pueblo was built and served as a residence sometime between 1050 and 1300.

Learn more about Holbrook’s past at the Navajo County Historical Society Museum. Explore the 1898 courthouse and tour exhibits about local history, which includes a peek into the windowless cells of the old county jail.

Find Holbrook along Route 66. America’s famous highway originally ran from Chicago to Los Angeles. Drive along the historic route today to experience a slice of Americana on the road. Spend a night at the Wigwam Motel on Route 66. The rooms of the distinctive hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, are built in the form of large tepees.

Explore Homolovi Ruins State Park in nearby Winslow. Walk among the pueblos built by Hopi Native Americans between 1200 and 1300. Stop at the visitor center and museum.

Enjoy Holbrook’s quirky attractions and amazing scenery in any season.

Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook
Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook
2 out of 5
2601 Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is CA $95 per night from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3
CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Holbrook. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"It was exactly what we expected for a short trip"

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook
Greentree Inn Holbrook
Greentree Inn Holbrook
2 out of 5
2596 E. Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $103 per night from May 30 to May 31
CA $103
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Holbrook. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,367 reviews)
"A nice hotel next to some very good restaurants."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Greentree Inn Holbrook
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Holbrook Petrified Forest
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Holbrook Petrified Forest
2.5 out of 5
2705 Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is CA $202 per night from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3
CA $202
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Holbrook. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The room itself is clean and comfortable. However my room is across the ice machine and the machine is very loud and I am a light sleeper. I shared with the front desk when checking in about I am a light sleeper but she told me my room is at quite location."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Holbrook Petrified Forest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Holbrook KOA
Holbrook KOA
2 out of 5
102 Hermosa Drive, Holbrook, AZ
Stay at this campground in Holbrook. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Navajo County Historical Society Museum and Hidden ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (24 reviews)
"We stayed in an adorable cabin. Almost everything was perfect. It would be better suited for a couple with children rather than a group of adults. The bunk "beds" were a thin pad laid over plywood and were very uncomfortable and the loft was far too low for a grown person to even sit up in the ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2023

Holbrook KOA
The Bird's Nest on Route 66  Great location right off the I-40
The Bird's Nest on Route 66 Great location right off the I-40
Holbrook
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Holbrook. Enjoy a garden, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions Navajo County Historical Society ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Petrified Forest Stay
"Older-style home filled with charm, lots of toys for the granddaughter to play with. Owners provided lots of thoughtful touches to make our visit a nice one. Only one bathroom was difficult for five of us."

Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2024

The Bird's Nest on Route 66 Great location right off the I-40
Petrified National Forest/Meteor Crater near Holbrook,AZ
Petrified National Forest/Meteor Crater near Holbrook,AZ
Holbrook
Stay at this campground in Holbrook. Popular attractions Puerco Pueblo and Lacey Point are located nearby.
Petrified National Forest/Meteor Crater near Holbrook,AZ
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