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Mother Lode Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Room amenity
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free self-parking

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Explore the area

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5051 Highway 140, Mariposa, CA, 95338
  • Place, Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mariposa County Courthouse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mariposa County Visitor Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mariposa, CA (RMY-Mariposa-Yosemite)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Mariposa

Mother Lode Lodge puts you in the heart of Mariposa, within just a 10-minute stroll of Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Mariposa Museum and History Center. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a front desk safe and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Mariposa motel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Mariposa County Visitor Center and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from California State Mining and Mineral Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Windows on the World Books and Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mariposa County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mariposa Museum and History Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mariposa County Visitor Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sticks Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪1850 Brewery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Airport Inn Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Smokin Oak BBQ - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mother Lode Lodge

Motel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
As a guest of Mother Lode Lodge, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Mother Lode Lodge also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mariposa motel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Mother Lode Lodge offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains

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
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 1 PM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows no late check-in whatsoever.
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and 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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mother Lode Lodge?

Mother Lode Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mother Lode Lodge?

As of 11 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Lodge on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$117.37, 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 Mother Lode Lodge?

Yep, Mother Lode Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mother Lode Lodge?

The closest beach to Mother Lode Lodge is Cathedral Beach (40 km).

Does Mother Lode Lodge have a pool?

Mother Lode Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mother Lode Lodge?

No, Mother Lode Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mother Lode Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mother Lode Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Mother Lode Lodge Reviews

6.8

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 520 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Philippe

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Calixto

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location for exploring Yosemite. Bed was really comfortable. Enjoyed the pool at end of day after spending day in Yosemite
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice efficient and Helpfulness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Clare, San Diego

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything in the town of Mariposa is close by and within walking distance from the hotel. The room was clean and had all the amenities to make it comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I had to check myself in so no one could recommend a place to eat. I had not used a lock box to get key before and had a little problem opening it in the dark. The facility was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
AC not on.. extremely Hot when I arrived. No Chair to sit in. Fridge didn’t work (maybe unplugged) no ice machine to be found. Mattress very old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
A little too far from our destination. The drive in was beautiful but…with kids it’s hard. Also, no breakfast offered. It’s expensive! We need better toiletries and breakfast… room was super hot when we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Salvador

Travelled with partner
Great location! Mariposa is a wonderful city with great food and awesome hospitality. About an hour drive to Yosemite is the only negative thing. It’s an average hotel, window A/C is outdated for hotels and the hotel room gets warm in May. I recommend it if trying to save a few dollars.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brendan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting Yosemite National Park
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A simple, clean lodge perfect for a pit stop before heading into Yosemite! We checked in around 11pm, and an envelope with our name on it (along with a nice little hand-drawn picture!) that included our room information. Nobody was stationed at the office but 24/7 phone service was available and the nice lady gave us all the info we needed. Doors are unlocked, windows are open and keys are found within the room after we enter. I’m assuming this is a pretty safe town that they are able to do that. The room is very clean and my favorite part is that the pillows are not uncomfortably puffy/stuffy like many other hotels, so I slept really well! Love the atmosphere of the space; we kept our windows open for a while to let the amazing oak aroma in the air come into our room before we closed for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This little boutique motel was a terrific spot to stay on our way to Yosemite. The owners are on site and always working on upgrades and cleanliness. The pool was very large , deep and the perfect temperature for swimming. We would recommend a stay here to anyone. Shops and restaurants are walking distance away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

robin neal natasha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
the property was good and comfortable .. the bathroom space was small ..and the room rate was high .. but that's California i guess .. over good no complains ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ralph

It’s okay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jimmy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Mariposa Mother Lode Comment

Older motel in the heart of Mariposa, which is excellent. Had TV problems when arriving and the pillows provided were less than satisfactory. They were very thin & cheap, leaving a kink in my neck. I had to put a blanket under the pillows just to be able to sleep. Could definitely invest in better quality pillows. Overall, clean. Small but in good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Danette

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was safe and contact limited with hotel, except for prior when we attempted to cancel due to medical emergency. Thought we'd be fine going but shower wouldn't give hot water or drain properly, so by the time it was warm, it was nearly overflowing, so hard to get clean. Pool was colder than Puget Sound in WA.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Antoon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was close to some excellent dinners and restaurants, which we liked a lot. We did not like the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shinsuke

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You have to leave your trash and used towels outside your door but they leave you with whatever you request on the check list they provide.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

mollie

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

Sweet little place

Very clean affordable and sweet motel. Room looked recently refurbished and in great condition. The mini fridge and microwave were a big plus. Right in the center of town walkable for stores and restaurants also groceries. Managers super friendly. Family owned vibe. Pool needs painting but still was nice to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022