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Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

2.0 star property

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A motel with a clock tower, a covered parking area, and a view of the mountains.
Room
A porch with two Adirondack chairs and a door with a window.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, and a window.
A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

Explore the area

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440 S Edwards St, Independence, CA, 93526
  • Place, Eastern California Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dehy Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Alabama Hills
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a quilted mattress and white pillows. There are wall-mounted lamps on either side of the beds, and a framed picture above the right bed.

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a small bedside table, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the area

Independence

At Eastern Sierra Motor lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park. .This smoke-free hotel has free WiFi in public areas and express check-out. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Independence hotel include Manzanar National Historic Site and Southern Inyo Healthcare District.

What's nearby

  • Eastern California Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dehy Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mt. Whitney Golf Club - 29 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Alabama Hills - 33 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Mount Whitney Trailhead - 43 min drive - 51.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cowboy Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lemon Food Truck - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Still Life Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Glenn’s Taqueria - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge offers its guests express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Independence hotel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Eastern Sierra Motor lodge offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains.

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 85 reviews
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Hotel
Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Independence
Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Hotel Independence

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$188, 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 Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

Yep, Eastern Sierra Motor lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

No, Eastern Sierra Motor lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 111 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very functional, if quaint for a small place. Thoughtful hosts left snacks and drinks. Would stay here again for one night visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, quiet area and a good place to just sleep when enjoying the area. Snacks supplied in the room was a pleasant surprise. Worn building but clean enough so on point pricing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, food was geeat, the staff was very informative and handed us trails and a restaurant list. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. It was only for a night but it was great. Quietness, cleanliness and overall very comfortable for the price. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy automated check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location if you are planning for Yosemite in summer or a pit-stop between Death valley and Yosemite/Kings.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshuah

Clean room, easy check in/check out
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self check in with keypad made the stay amazing! The room was clean and cozy. There was a little gift basket with snack, drinks, and ear plugs. The motel is right off the hwy and you can hear the big rigs down shift as they come into town. Great stay and would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view from the property. Stay was comfortable. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, bathroom small but very private Price is excellent as well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is perfect especially for the price. and it's near Mount Whitney which is also perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Check in online quick and fast .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very clean hotel and room. Easy access from road with plenty of parking. We will definitely stay there again. It's great for a base for adventures into the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very easy to access and just as described.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Easy on line information on access. GREAT snacks!! Quaint place. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

patty

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
this is closer to a 4 or 5 rug was stained from front doorway to bathroom beds were clean and comfortable didn't need air no staff on site, but easy check in room in dire need of update
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked this motel. The arrival was very easy and we got right into our room with no problems. I liked how we just had a code to open the door. Made it easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for our trip passing through. Comfortable and great bedside snacks. Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient and met all of our needs. Also nice assortment of snacks and drinks in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

clary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. Easy to access from the main street and the staff was very easy to reach when we had any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this little motel. They even had snacks in the room, definitely was a nkce little surprise. It was clean and the check in was very easy. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access. Easy to check in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well maintained , clean and up to date. There is no on sight staff, and things are handled remotely.The room was clean, comfortable and stocked with snacks. It has a refrigerator and microwave. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025