Holbrook Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Holbrook which includes landscape views, desert views and signage
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Northern Arizona
Northern Arizona
Holbrook

Known as the Gateway to the Petrified Forest, Navajo County’s colourful 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$132 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$132
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,537 reviews)
"Great place. Quaint, personal and convenient."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 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 NZ$135 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$135
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,009 reviews)
"The bed and the shower were great. Nice spacious room. The person on duty was very responsive when we called him at 2am complaining about very loud music coming from a room. He stopped them immediately. The breakfast was so so. The powdered eggs had a bluish tint..scary looking."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 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 NZ$167 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$167
30 July - 31 July
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! (374 reviews)
"Good value"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 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 26 Jun. 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 14 May 2025

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
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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