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This page last updated on 01/09/2018
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This Dutch Colonial-style hotel (Figs. 01 & 02) is located in the heart of the historic district of downtown Boulder City. Built in 1933 to accommodate the many visiting government and corporate project managers that were supervising the building of Hoover Dam, the Boulder Dam Hotel quickly gained a world wide reputation from a steady flow of dignitaries and celebrities. It was named to the National Register of Historic Places on August 19, 1982. Today this charming hotel provides a 24/hour front desk inside its beautiful main lobby and offers 20 quaint, comfortable, newly-remodeled rooms and suites with all of the modern amenities including free wi-fi internet service and a “cooked to order” continental breakfast. The beautifully decorated lobby with period furnishings going back to the 30’s and 40’s is ideal for capturing some “period” photos such as that found in (Fig. 03) below. I want to give special thanks to my two models, Jim Herrington and his daughter Christina for providing these two great poses. |
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There is even a small “Boulder Dam Museum” located behind the lobby that highlights the experiences and suffering of the men and families who built Hoover Dam. It makes you appreciate both the determination and character of our ancestors and the harsh life and conditions that they endured in the building of this colossal dam, recognized as one of seven man-made wonders of the U. S.
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However, in addition to the charm of the hotel itself, I feel the real hidden “gem” here is “Matteo’s, a restaurant & lounge that is located inside the hotel just off the beautifully furnished and decorated lobby. Open to the public for breakfast and lunch, the newly remodeled dining room offers a casual and relaxing dining atmosphere that harkens back to the era of the 30’s & 40’s (Fig. 05). Its menu offers a unique split featuring authentic Northern Italian & Continental cuisine. The Italian side of the menu features recipes directly from Rome and a broad continental side, which will appeal to most everyone. All of its menu offerings are well prepared, with portions large enough to fill any hungry traveler. It even offers outdoor dining & entertainment in a beautiful little courtyard (Fig. 04). This restaurant makes the perfect before of after stop whenever visiting Hoover Dam and the new Mike O'Callaghan – Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge or when just pursuing the dozens of quaint shops and antique establishments the permeate Boulder City’s downtown historic district. Over the years we have shared many enjoyable dining experiences here with several of our friends, neighbors and relatives (Figs. 06-08). Our most recent lunch visit with company is portrayed in the (Fig. 09) polyptych – Jim and his huge Club Sandwich, Connie with a Chili Bowl topped with chopped onions, cheese and a side of homemade Cornbread, Christina with Chicken Fingers and Sweet Potato Fries, and myself with homemade Split-pea Soup and homemade Cornbread, and oh yea, unlimited refills on ice teas and beverage drinks. Love it!
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