San Jacinto Travel Guide

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This very stage at the historic Nat ballroom is where numerous jazz wailers, big bands, and early Rock 'n' roll legends performed along Route 66. Little Richard was arrested here for taking his shirt off on stage in the '50s. Today the Nat is filled with antiques.
This very stage at the historic Nat ballroom is where numerous jazz wailers, big bands, and early Rock 'n' roll legends performed along Route 66. Little Richard was arrested here for taking his shirt off on stage in the '50s. Today the Nat is filled with antiques.
The Historic Route 66 District has a lot of antique stores, this particular specializes in displaying used video games from every console system imaginable. Even cooler are these Nintendo Duck Hunt gun lamps they custom make, you can order online too!
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The historic Nat ballroom hosted many jazz and rock 'n' roll legends throughout the 30's, 40's, and 50's. Such highlights included: Louis Armstrong, Elvis, Little Richard, Ray Charles, James Brown, Bo Diddley, B.B. King, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Roy Orbison, Sam Cooke, Duke Ellington.

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Our pick of the best San Jacinto Hotel Deals

The Big Texan Motel

The Big Texan Motel

2.5 out of 5
7701 Interstate 40 Access Rd Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$159 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
NZ$159
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this motel in Amarillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,046 reviews)
I love the look of the room! It was clean and well kept. The staff was great!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Big Texan Motel
The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites

The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
2501 E Interstate Dr Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$134 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
NZ$134
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,229 reviews)
Great stay! Great Amenities! Huge atrium with a swimming pool. Mini-golf, ginormous cornhole, sky deck for gatherings and watching games on TV. There is a restaurant/bar with live entertainment! We drive a truck nationwide and were here over the weekend waiting on repairs. The owner, Matt, upgraded ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

The Cactus Cove Inn and Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG

2.5 out of 5
8330 W Amarillo Blvd Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$222 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$222
per night
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,053 reviews)
The room is clean, spacious, and looks new. It is well-stocked. The best part is the check-in and check-out times, giving you enough time to pack without rushing for your next stop.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Amarillo West by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

3.5 out of 5
550 South Buchanan Street Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$228 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$228
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Clean room and hotel!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Amarillo I-40 West, TX

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Amarillo I-40 West, TX

3 out of 5
2000 Soncy Road Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$133 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$133
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,463 reviews)
We had a very good experience with Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Amarillo I-40 West. Check in was very pleasant and efficient. Our room was spacious and very comfortable. We loved the hot tub and the pool area was exquisite. Unfortunately, the pool was heated only to 81 degrees. A little too ...

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Amarillo I-40 West, TX
Tru By Hilton Amarillo West

Tru By Hilton Amarillo West

2.5 out of 5
2202 S Soncy Road Amarillo TX
The price is NZ$154 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$154
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Amarillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,140 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Tru By Hilton Amarillo West
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Other neighbourhoods around San Jacinto

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North Heights

North Heights might not have many top sights, but Wonderland Amusement Park and Amarillo Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

North Heights
Opened in 1932, this classic Pueblo Deco style theater entertained audiences until closing in 1975. It's architecture still stands today, a glimpse of Amarillo's past.

Polk Street Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Polk Street Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Hodgetown Stadium and Amarillo Civic Center.

Polk Street Historic District
Opened in 1932, this classic Pueblo Deco style theater entertained audiences until closing in 1975. It's architecture still stands today, a glimpse of Amarillo's past.

Downtown Amarillo

If you're spending some time in Downtown Amarillo, Hodgetown Stadium and Amarillo Civic Center are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Amarillo
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Wolflin Historic District

While Wolflin Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Amarillo Art Center and Amarillo Museum of Art.

Wolflin Historic District
Home of the free 72 oz. steak! Opened on Route 66 in 1960 and moved to current location off Interstate 40 in 1970.

Barrio

While Barrio may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hodgetown Stadium and American Quarter Horse Association.

Barrio
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Eastridge

When in Eastridge, you can plan a visit to Amarillo National Center and Tri State Exposition, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Eastridge


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