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Bristlecone Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Keough's Hot Springs

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Hiking
Deluxe Family Room
2 Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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101 North Main Street, Big Pine, CA, 93513
  • Place, Keough's Hot Springs
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bishop Country Club Golf Course
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Bishop City Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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3 Bedroom House | Living area

3 Bedroom House

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

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2 Bedroom Apartment

2 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Big Pine

At Bristlecone Motel, you'll be 13.6 km (8.4 mi) from Keough's Hot Springs and 37.8 km (23.5 mi) from Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Big Pine motel include Bishop Country Club Golf Course and Canal Walks.
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What's nearby

  • Keough's Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Bishop Country Club Golf Course - 14 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Northern Inyo Hospital - 16 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Little Lakes Valley Trail - 18 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Bishop City Park - 18 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Top BBQ - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brewed Awakening - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hugo’s Bbq - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dick's Smoke Wagon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bristlecone Motel

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Keough's Hot Springs
Bristlecone Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bristlecone Motel also features laundry facilities and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This Big Pine motel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
Bristlecone Motel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Big Pine motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Seasonal Road Closure Notice: HWY 120 (Tioga Pass) generally closes for the winter from late October through late May. Daily closures can also occur during periods of inclement weather in spring and fall. The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is located 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite's Eastern Gate or Tuolumne Meadows is not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. All other Yosemite National Park entrances are open year round. Guests are advised to check local road conditions/closures before travel with the California Department of Transportation at www.dot.ca.gov or by calling 800-427-7623.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Bristlecone Motel Big Pine
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Bristlecone Motel?

Bristlecone Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Bristlecone Motel?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bristlecone Motel on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$133.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Bristlecone Motel?

Yep, Bristlecone Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bristlecone Motel?

No, Bristlecone Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bristlecone Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Bristlecone Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 740 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 740 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 740 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 740 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 740 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old facility but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and parking was right outside your room. The room is pretty bare minimum, no fancy linens or pictures on the walls. BUT, it was super clean, quiet,and the bed was comfortable! AND, it had a fridge, microwave AND I was able to watch Netflix for free!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sindy, El Cajon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loves that it was so close to the big pine lakes trail head.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to mountaineering destinations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to mountaineering destinations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place! Old fashioned and simple. I’ll be there again if I’m in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and comfortable

We stayed one night on the way to L.A. from the north. Our unit was like a little apartment, with a bed in the "living room" and one in the bedroom. It was very pleasant and right next door to a gas station and a country market. The unit had a kitchen too! I think The Bristlecone Motel is designed for people who are staying longer than we are, but it worked for us as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and Comfy

Excellent value for money. Clean, comfortable, and very conveniently located!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

constantine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
My room was given to someone else but luckily they had vacant rooms. The worst thing was that I was woken up in the middle of the night due to TV turning on on its own. It happened 2 times until i eventually unplugged it from the power source. No sleep at night for $120
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zesen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little motel, easy check in and check out, friendly employees
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are HUGE, very clean, and rates are the best in the area. We always stay here when we’re in the Sierras.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bristlecone Stay.

Was only here for a night. Stopping at a halfway point from hiking Mt Whitney. Hotel Lobby was closed. I saw one guest drive in circles in confusion. But a note on the lobby door directed me to check in at the chevron gas station next to the building. Middle of summer - I get the temps are pushing 100 degrees. Would have been nice if the room had been prepared for a guest with the AC on. When I walked in, the room was hotter than being outside.. I quickly turned the AC on, which was a challenge to navigate as all of the buttons had worn off. - Since Lobby was closed I handled the situation myself, I was too wasted from the hike to look for help. The coffee shop across the street was legit though. Def would go out of my way to stop in there again. Brewed Awakening.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross, Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!!! It was more than I would expect from an affordable motel. Room was super clean, bed was pretty comfy, smooth check in and convenient location for hikes and nature experiences!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quite and restful

The bed was very comfortable! It was quiet and restful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute old school rural motel

What a cool little spot to stay! We picked them because it looked like a nice quiet place to get away for a night. Staff at check in was helpful and polite, even pointed out a nice coffee shop for the morning. No dedicated lobby and the website was a little out of date but overall great older place to bunk near lots of cool old school charm. We will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Motel (Looks Old, because it is) in a beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We just wanted quiet, clean, comfortable and affordable. Thats exactly what we got!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice One-Night Stay

I thought checking in at the Chevron next door was a little strange, but the process was quick and the staff was friendly and helpful with my questions. Being unfamiliar with the area, he was helpful in suggesting to me hiking trails and a good local place to eat. The room was clean and comfortable and quiet for the one night I was there. Found a beautiful hike just a short drive away. The only negative was having to take the ice bucket to the Chevron to get ice from the soda fountain.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and well kept but the furniture and bed were old
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
I needed a room for the night before backpacking the next day. The room was clean and had all of the basic amenities. Nothing fancy, but excellent for the price. I would definitely stay there again. There was nothing that I disliked about the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025