Rockwood Motor Court

My husband & I didn’t have a reservation, just showed up on a dreary, foggy Thursday night.
Tim was very friendly and welcoming. Made us feel right at home.

We love to stay at Rockwood every time we’re in Springfield. The owners are so friendly & welcoming. We love the themes & the decor & the rooms are all so cozy.

My husband and I stayed two nights here, Christmas weekend, just to get away from the city (St. Louis) and to do some sightseeing. I called Phyllis Friday afternoon to let her know we would be arriving later in the evening, and asked if I could upgrade to a different room. She was so accommodating to my last minute request, and we ended up in the White Cliffs of Dover room, which is a nod to war vets. My husband is a veteran and I knew he would enjoy the room, and turns out Phyllis is too! There is no cable in the rooms, just antenna TV, but honestly we never turned it on. Between sitting on the bench outside our room, all the books, things on the walls to read, and the games (we played scrabble on a vintage board) we didn't need to watch TV. The property is not on a busy road, which is nice because it's quiet. There is a gas station on the corner and a cute diner up the street, so it's also convenient. 10/10 I'd recommend anyone stay here.

Phyllis who runs the place is extremely accommodating to guests and is willing to help you if she can.
I needed a room in Springfield IL and accidentally booked here (Springfield MO) and she was helpful in explaining the rules for third party booking, and referred me to a hotel she knew of in Springfield IL (where I needed to be). I appreciate the consideration and the guidance.

She could have very easily said, “You probably should pay better attention next time, ” but she took the time to understand that people make mistakes and assist them in fixing it.

What a great find this was! Not your cookie-cutter stay, the host was so friendly as well as knowledgeable about the area. We enjoyed the cottages, as well as the opportunity to relax outside in the evening. I will highly recommend for anyone wanting a different experience, a chance to enjoy a change of perspective.

Rt 66 done right. I'm currently staying at the Rockwood, my second stay in a year. Funky themed rooms, owners/staff that are part of the Rt 66 culture. If you are a fan of 66 you can spend hours chatting with them about Jerry McClanahan's latest update to EZ Guide, or who has opened a new attraction anywhere on the route. Pretty sure they are plugged in to just about everything going on anywhere on the route. The other guests are also more than a little likely also touring the mother road and you can just sit outside your room and chat for hours about your trip. This is a must stop location. And since it's in Springfield you will have not shortage of things to do if you check in early and decide to go see one of the bazillion Rt 66 attractions in the city. Shoot, stay two days, there's that much to do in Springfield.

Sparkling clean! Comfortable bed, nice hot shower. Decorated so cute. Excellent service. Great value-thank you!

Very cute little place and I love the decorations. Cool location on historic route 66. I haven't seen the rooms. I took a customer there and they don't open the office until 2 or 3 in the afternoon.

Old route 66 motel, very small but very clean room with comfortable bed. Very welcoming check in.

The room was so adorable and well decorated. Bed is very comfy and couch is also. Very clean and tidy and it was so nice to have some bottle water and snacks in the room.
We really felt we had stepped back in time. I really can't say enough nice things about
this place. Fell in love with it. We will definitely be back and spread the word.

This place is fantastic. It is historic, super clean, comfortable, and reasonable. The decor is amazing. The owners are also amazing. You feel like family when you stay here. Will stay here as often as we get through this area.

My family and I stayed here and it was so neat! The room we stayed in was the old Shell gas station. Plenty of room, good cold AC and really comfy couch.

I wish we stayed more than one night as it was very relaxing and beds were nice and firm.

Had some unfortunate events happen on our trip to Springfield which cut our trip short, which was not at all the owners fault or even where we stayed. We stayed at the Fil er Up gas station which is the biggest room they have.and used to be the old gas station. It was super cute, and cozy. They had water in the fridge and snacks to accommodate the guest they knew they were going to have -I had my son with me who is 12. The owners were both very sweet and waiting in the picnic area when I Arrived. I had literally just got in an argument with my 15 year old daughter which caused me to blubber cry and Phyllis was very sweet and gave me a hug and reassured me it’s most teen girls this age lol! And that it would get better. We hope to stay there every time we come through Springfield this year. My son even said “ he loved this place better than any hotel he’s been to, because it’s homey feeling! “ and I loved that he appreciated that. Phyllis walked us through and explained the history to my son and I and gave him post cards to save. Which we have hanging up on the refrigerator at home. Can’t wait to be back and try the other cottages! Thank you, Phyllis and Tim for having us, and I hope next time we can catch up and hang out on the patio! If you’re hesitant to book this little gem hidden away in Springfield, MO because it’s a “MOtel” I say you’re missing out on an actual experience and you need to book this place now! It was clean and reasonably priced too! Check out all the rooms because each room is themed differently and offers something different.

Wonderful time spent at Rockwood. Rooms were extremely clean and well decorated. It was nice to meet the owners, too!

I discovered this amazing motel while on my Westbound Rte 66 motorcycle ride. Phyllis and Tim have done an incredible job revitalizing this place. Tim gave me the 50-cent tour (Phyllis says people usually get the nickel-tour) of the "Kicks on 66" room and the Military room. I stayed with Room #1, which was plenty of room for a weary solo traveler.

I usually review the pillows and towels, and both were really good.

On Tim's recommendation, I ventured down the street to College Street Café (1/2 mile east) for breakfast. A great recommendation, thanks.

Little gem in Springfield. Historic, comfortable cottages, renovated in style. Host and hostess made our stay even more memorable through amazing service. Will stay here again!

Great place, no hesitations at all, very friendly, very clean. You wont be disappointed. Good neighborhood too!

Friendly staff & cute set-up. Convenient to several places that were on our list of places to go. The room had some complimentary water bottles, coffee, and a few small snacks.

An absolute gem of a place to stay, everything you could possibly need and Phyllis was lovely! An Iconic Route 66 stop - stay here if you can!