Sheraton-Eastland Motor Hotel Portland Maine Rooftop Pool Hawaiian Hut Postcard

$ 5.02

Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Subject: Hotel Theme: Hotels Motels Region: Maine City: Portland Postage Condition: Unposted Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)

Description

Sheraton-Eastland Motor Hotel Portland Maine Rooftop Pool Hawaiian Hut Postcard. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This vibrant vintage postcard features the iconic Sheraton-Eastland Motor Hotel in Portland, Maine, a prominent landmark known for its "Down East Hospitality." The front showcases a dynamic triptych design, highlighting the hotel's distinctive mid-century architecture alongside its luxurious amenities. One panel captures the inviting rooftop pool, bustling with guests enjoying the sunshine, while another transports the viewer to the exotic "Hawaiian Hut," complete with a lavish buffet and a warmly dressed hostess, evoking a sense of tropical escape within the heart of Maine. Printed by the renowned Dexter Press Inc. of West Nyack, New York, this chrome postcard exemplifies the popular printing techniques of its era, known for crisp images and rich, saturated colors that bring the scenes to life. The card details the hotel's offerings, including its five dining rooms, the unique Hawaiian Hut, the rooftop pool, and extensive meeting facilities. This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the mid-20th century hospitality and leisure culture, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of Maine ephemera, hotel memorabilia, or vintage travel postcards.