In 2009, Arne’s Royal Hawaiian Hotel in California closed. This piece of Hawaii, built in 1957, has welcomed visitors for more than 50 years. Unfortunately, it is now closed and empty.
The Forgotten The little community of Baker is home to the Arne’s Royal Hawaiian Motel, which is conveniently adjacent to the junction of Interstate 15 and State Highway 127. (Death Valley Road). This piece of Hawaii, built in 1957, has welcomed visitors for more than 50 years. Arne’s Royal Hawaiian hotel, which is located in the center of this incredibly small desert hamlet, was probably never much more than a rest stop for motorists. Unfortunately, it is now closed and empty.
But Baker was more than simply a convenient rest area. The proprietor believed that those visiting Death Valley who might wish to rest for the night while navigating the desert would find his hotel to be appealing. The “Gateway to Death Valley” also featured the tallest thermometer in the world. The motel’s outdoor pool added to its allure because it was ideal for unwinding after a trip to the hot Death Valley.
Arne’s Royal Hawaiian Motel, which had been established in Baker, California, in 1957, enjoyed a prosperous existence up until 2009, when the effects of the Great Recession forced it to permanently close. The 43 hotel rooms, swimming pool, 3,200 square foot garage with office, 3-bedroom, 2-bath manager’s home, activity room with pool tables, two laundry rooms, and lone mobile home space made up the Arne’s Royal Hawaiian Motel.
The hotel property is currently up for sale. The asking price is around $450,000, but much more would be needed to renovate this run-down space. There are other abandoned locations in Baker, California, including a few more hotels that have closed their doors and an old jail.
