Next stop with Don & Lisa was the mining town named "Jerome" established on the side of Cleopatra Hill in 1883. The town housed the workers of the United Verde Mine which produced over 1 Billion dollars in copper, gold, and silver over a span of 70 years. At one time the town had over 15,000 residents.
A Jerome icon, a handosme building on a picturesque corner, the Connor Hotel is home to the popular Spirit Room, and an adorable collection of twelve well-kept historic rooms. The hotel was built in 1898 by an Irish American named David Connor. Jerome became notorious as a "wild west town" and on Feb. 5 1903, the New York Sun proclaimed it the "wickedest town in the west." At that time the population was 2500.
The Grand Hotel sits high atop Cleopatra Hill. It was originally a hospital to treat mine workers. There have been many ghost sitings in the hotel as Don and Lisa can attest as they have stayed here. It is now a popular place for those interested in ghosts. The population of Jerome is now around 350 and is mostly a tourist destination.
View of the valley from the Grand Hotel.
The remodeled former hospital is now a unique hotel with beautiful landscaping and a view that goes for miles and miles.
One of several bed and breakfasts built on the side of the hill.
We stopped at the Road Runner Saloon on the way back to Phoenix for a late dinner. Food was great! Thanks Don & Lisa for a day we won't forget!
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