1951 Dan Jones Motor Court Motel Jacksonville Florida

This vintage postcard is postmarked in 1951 and features the Dan Jones Motor Court in Jacksonville, Florida. The motel was located "one mile South of the bridge in Jacksonville, Florida on U.S. No. 1." The hotel was a charming example of mid-20th-century American roadside architecture, capturing the essence of an era when motor courts were a popular choice for travelers.

These establishments emerged with the rise of car ownership and the burgeoning road trip culture in the United States. Motor courts offered convenient and accessible accommodations along highways, allowing travelers to rest without venturing far from their routes. The motor court’s design reflects the architectural trends of the time, featuring a single-story layout that allows guests to park directly outside their rooms.

This postcard remains a nostalgic reminder of the golden age of American road trips and the unique roadside accommodations that defined it.