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Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

2.0 star property

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Towels
City Room
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Deluxe Room
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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515 S Edwards St, Independence, CA, 93526
  • Place, Eastern California Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Dehy Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Whitney Trailhead
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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City Room

City Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Air-conditioning
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About this property

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

This smoke-free motel features express check-in, express check-out, and gas grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Independence motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp, you'll be within walking distance of Eastern California Museum. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • 9 minutes by car from Manzanar National Historic Site
As a guest of Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Independence motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • 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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cleaning deposit: USD 25 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 25 will be collected before check-in.
  • This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 24 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Mt Williamson And Basecamp
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Independence
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel Independence

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay and views!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quaint motel that was a great stop for our road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doug was helpful and friendly on check-in. We loved the view of Mt. Williamson behind the motel. The room was very clean and cozy and had everything we needed. The towels and linens are of good quality and the beds comfortable. It was handy to be able to park right out front of the room to quickly unload. As with most hotels and motels along 395, it’s close to the road, but earplugs and the a/c unit drowned out the noise. A good spot to head out to Death Valley the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Doesn’t look like much from the outside, but what a lovely place to stay. We stayed in the Bailey cabin and we were so comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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Had everything we needed in a small but well equipped and updated cabin. Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn M

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This place is super charming! Totally love how easy checkin was and friendly staff are.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place, will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody

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Great room and amenities in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little cabins, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean and great checkin experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!! Charming room with all that you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Friendly atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

FNU

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Awesome beautiful place ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but our cabin is close to the highway, noisy at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Satoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were very personable and helpful. We enjoyed their warm hospitality. The room was clean and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our experience here! We were in town for the night before hiking Big Pine Lakes. Clean, cozy and great location for all the awe inspiring hiking nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lingyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option for hiking in the eastern sierra.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

always great!

Awesome place. Always friendly and great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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Very nice cabin! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

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

A hidden gem in the desert!

I decided to stay at the Mount Williamson Basecamp on my way down to Palm Springs as I had a specific reason to be in Independence for the evening. I had no idea the charming little gem this spot is! If they have a room, make sure to stay there!
I was initially concerned when I saw the name “base camp” that this would be a very rough, hostel type accommodation and I would perhaps have to shower in a separate building or something! I couldn’t have been more surprised and delighted that my sp!
Right out the back of the property this is the view one is rewarded with!
I had forgotten what stunning scenery there is to be had in the southern Sierra Nevada range!
The cottage appeared fairly newly renovated and really had everything I needed for a very comfortable night!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonard

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Convenience, clean comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Amazing view with clean room and kind staff

We had a lovely time for our 1st time stay! We arrived late so we told the front desk and the made accommodation for us! Beds are a little stiff but over all the view and the quietness in the range is what your come for!! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

farideh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have already booked my next trip in few months. Highly recommend it!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute cottages. I’m in a suite with a living room, kitchen and separate bedroom and bath. Well kept, thoughtful selection of decor. Super comfy. Beautiful shared spaces and porch. Only difficulty is lack of restaurants and groceries.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

farideh

The staff/owners were great with a lot of knowledge of the area and hiking experience. This was my second time’s stay. Would recommend it….
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024