The latest mid-century American motel to be revived as a boutique hotel is this 1950s building in San Francisco, which features colourful guest rooms and a landmarked swimming pool.
The Phoenix Hotel was revamped by Liz Lambert, the designer and hotelier behind the recently reopened Austin Motel, which she similarly renovated under her operation company Bunkhouse.

Centrally positioned in San Francisco's Tenderloin district, the hotel originally opened in 1956 as the Caravan Lodge, then was given a makeover in 1987.
"The Phoenix Hotel is considered a beloved cultural icon and longtime favourite of the rock n' roll set, frequented by everyone from Neil Young to David Bowie to Kurt Cobain," said a statement from on behalf of the hotel.
This pedigree influenced the design of its most recent overhaul, which the hotel described as "inspired by the travelling musician".
The lobby is modelled on an old recording studio, with wood panelling and a record player, while a hotel shop sells memorabilia influenced by the 1980-90s grunge scene.

Vintage rock concert posters are used for decoration in the 44 guest rooms, which are split over two levels. In these spaces, bold red doors and bright blue headboards add accents, while yellow curtains and vintage furniture hark back to the building's mid-century roots.

Neon lighting above the beds creates an entirely different atmosphere at night.

The rooms face onto a courtyard, where guests can relax under red and white ...