Roy's Motel and Cafe

Common questions about Roy's Motel and Cafe

• Where is Roy's Motel and Cafe?

  Roy's Motel and Cafe is at 87520 National Trails Hwy, Amboy, CA 92304, California.

• What are the hours at Roy's Motel and Cafe?

  Typical hours: Daily 8am–5pm (cafe + gas). Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's Roy's Motel and Cafe like to visit on a family road trip?

  The most photographed gas station in California. The Googie-architecture sign and motel cabins sit in the middle of the Mojave Desert on the original Route 66 — completely abandoned by the 1970s, partially restored by the current owner since 2005. Sells fuel, snacks, gear with the Route 66 logo, and lets you walk around the cabins. The neon comes on at dusk and the sunset over the empty highway is the postcard. Off I-40 via Kelbaker Rd, 25 mi north of the highway.

• Is Roy's Motel and Cafe family-friendly?

  Yes — Roy's Motel and Cafe earns a 4/5 family-friendly rating in our database. Older kids tend to enjoy it; little ones may get restless.

• How long should families plan to stay at Roy's Motel and Cafe?

  Most families spend an hour or two at Roy's Motel and Cafe, depending on kid stamina and weather.