The Bates Motel


Makes the Hotel California look like a beach resort

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Did they call them motels in 1960, or would it have still been referred to as a "Motor Lodge"?

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As far as I recall from the movie, the sign says "Bates Motel" so that is your answer. If there weren't motels in 1960 the sign wouldn't say "Bates Motel."

Both motels and motor lodges still exist, though there is no functional difference. Based solely on observation I believe there are more motels at the moment than motor lodges; but that is purely anecdotal and should not be taken with any seriousness.

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LOL!

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"Motel" was common usage in 1960. I remember the year very well.

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