Brochure circa 1960s: Kummerlowe
New Orleans-East, La.
 -- 4200 Old Gentilly Rd
 
Opened in the spring of 1967, New Orleans-East was the first Crescent City area Motor Lodge and Restaurant complex.

The Traveler's Dream ...
Swaying palm trees grace the large swimming pool and kiddie pool, providing an oasis of relaxation and fun. Beautiful landscaped grounds feature rock gardens throughout the entire HOWARD JOHNSON'S MOTOR LODGE AND SHOPPING PLAZA. You're only steps away from a complete shopping center with beauty salons, gift shops, barber shops, home-finding services, medical facilities, laundry and valet services, children's playground, and plenty of free parking area.

The Fabulous Howard Johnson's East
Comfortable accommodations assure you of restful slumber. Spacious bedrooms with private balconies overlooking the pool and courtyard.

 
 
 
 
Postcard circa 1970s: Kummerlowe
 
 
Brochure circa 1960s: Kummerlowe
Brochure
 
 
Postcards circa 1970s: Kummerlowe
 
While its advertising emphasized the Motor Lodge's outdoor recreational amenities, many of the postcard views allowed potential patrons to see that the Lodge was conveniently located along I-10.
Below: It is unlikely that the Motor Lodge offered room service on the balcony overlooking the pool with the din of traffic speeding past on I-10!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Brochure circa 1960s: Kummerlowe
 
Above & Below: Spacious bedrooms with private balconies overlooking the pool and courtyard. Comfortable accommodations assure you of restful slumber
 
 
 
 

Above: The Empire Room ... Conventions, Banquets, Meetings, and Wedding Receptions.

Below: The Rum Keg Lounge ... an intimate setting for cocktails.
 
 
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