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Photo 3-24-01: Kummerlowe
 

Like several of the other ultra-modern Howard Johnson's Motor Lodges in New England, the Nashua property had an indoor-all-weather pool facility which included a loft that at one time had held a beauty parlor and a real estate office.

For families or even weary business travelers the prospect of a dip in a heated pool in the middle of winter served as a welcome respite from the harsh cold. Moreover the indoor swimming pool and outdoor patio played host to many children's birthday parties, and as an added benefit the "loft" served as a game room with ping-pong and other table games to keep children occupied while their parents relaxed poolside. With the many amenities the Nashua complex became both a local landmark and a destination spot for visitors!

 
Photo 3-24-01: Dan Donahue
 
 

 
 
Postcard ca. 1960s: Dan Donahue
 

With only just two guest buildings offering only about 72 rooms, the Nashua Motor Lodge was not large, but featured the best in HoJo's accommodations. Even less than a week before it was closed forever, Nashua's Motor Lodge was still in top shape.

Below: Rooms were redone in the middle 1980s to then Howard Johnson's specifications which resulted in the removal of the privacy screens and the paneling being covered by "grass cloth" wallpaper.

 
Photos 3-24-01: Kummerlowe
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Photo 3-24-01: Dan Donahue
 
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