Holbrook, AZ

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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.

Greentree Inn Holbrook

Greentree Inn Holbrook

2 out of 5
2596 E. Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is ¥10,194 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
¥10,194
¥11,354 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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! (1,528 reviews)
"Room was great. Bathroom needed some attention. The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom door wouldn't latch closed and there was hair leftover from a previous guest."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Greentree Inn Holbrook
Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook

Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook

2 out of 5
2601 Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is ¥13,217 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥13,217
¥14,721 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Stayed here on our way to Las Vegas. Stayed here in 2023 also. Rooms are very nice and clean. We were traveling with our 2 dogs. Awesome free breakfast. Loved it!"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Holbrook
Quality Inn Holbrook near Petrified Forest

Quality Inn Holbrook near Petrified Forest

2.5 out of 5
2602 Navajo Blvd, Holbrook, AZ
The price is ¥12,390 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
¥12,390
¥13,800 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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 helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (367 reviews)
"Everything was great until someone brought a non-service dog into the dining room for breakfast. The dog was friendly but a bit too excited to be around people."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Quality Inn Holbrook near 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"Beautiful facility"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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
The Haven at the Bar OK - Beautiful guest cottage nestled in the pines

The Haven at the Bar OK - Beautiful guest cottage nestled in the pines

Happy Jack
Stay at this cabin in Happy Jack. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios.
10/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
Beautiful little cabin
"The cabin was perfect. The views were amazing. I will definitely stay here again on the future."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

The Haven at the Bar OK - Beautiful guest cottage nestled in the pines
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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