logos

1962–1986

Motel 6-1965

The first ever Motel 6 was opened in Santa Barbara, CA in 1962. A single room originally cost $6, hence the name. This was the logo used.

1986–1997

Motel 6 logo 1980s
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Designer:  The Richards Group
Typography:  Custom
Launched:  1986

Some locations continued to use this logo until 2014.

1997–2008

Motel 6 - 1997
Designer:  SBG Partners
Typography:  Frutiger
Launched:  October 13, 1997

Some locations continue to use this logo. This logo would also still exist on the website until May 2010.

2008–present

Motel 6
Designer:  Envision
Typography:  Futura
Launched:  August 22, 2008


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