Holbrook, AZ

Travel Guide

Holbrook featuring landscape views, desert views and signage
Holbrook which includes desert views and signage
Northern Arizona
Northern Arizona
Holbrook showing heritage elements

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 ParkOpens in a new window, 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 ¥11,570 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥11,570
¥12,887 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The price is excellent and breakfast is included."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

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 ¥10,575 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
¥10,575
¥11,777 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,552 reviews)
"Decent hotel for the money."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Greentree Inn Holbrook
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Holbrook Petrified Forest
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Holbrook Petrified Forest
3 out of 5
2705 Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is ¥23,272 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
¥23,272
¥25,921 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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 Wigwam ...
9/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"Cute and comfortable cabin. Very clean."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

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
Stay at this vacation home in Holbrook. Enjoy a garden, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions Wigwam Motel and Navajo County Historical Society Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Spacious accommodations
"This property was full of amenities and every little detail that you could ever ask for or want. There were only two of us, but if you had a large group, there was only one toilet, which was a bit of an issue just for us.. She had a complete coffee bar as well as bread, milk, etc. a great touch of ..."

Reviewed on May 14, 2025

The Bird's Nest on Route 66 Great location right off the I-40
Fire Pit + Game Room: Heber-Overgaard Cabin!
Fire Pit + Game Room: Heber-Overgaard Cabin!
Heber-Overgaard
Stay at this cabin in Overgaard. Enjoy patios, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tall Timbers County Park and Pine Meadows Country ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Amazing Cabin
"Loved our stay everything was perfect! It is so beautiful here. The cabin is absolutely amazing!"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Fire Pit + Game Room: Heber-Overgaard Cabin!
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.

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