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Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Independence hotel

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Exterior
Room | Blackout drapes, bed sheets
Exterior
Blackout drapes, bed sheets
Family Room | Bathroom

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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440 S Edwards St, Independence, CA, 93526
  • Place, Eastern California Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dehy Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Room options

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Room | Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, bed sheets

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Independence

In Independence .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park. Manzanar National Historic Site is within 6 miles (10 km) and Southern Inyo Healthcare District is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Eastern California Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dehy Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Manzanar National Historic Site - 6 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Mt. Whitney Golf Club - 20 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Alabama Hills - 24 min drive - 22.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenn’s Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cowboy Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Port of Subs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Still Life Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

Enjoy the free parking at this Independence hotel
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 drapes/curtains.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 44 reviews
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The price is $105
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.

Property 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

Does Eastern Sierra Motor lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge.

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

As of Jan 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge on Jan 25, 2026 start from $97.9, excluding 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.

Does Eastern Sierra Motor lodge offer free breakfast?

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Eastern Sierra Motor lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Eastern Sierra Motor lodge have a pool?

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge does not have a pool.

Does Eastern Sierra Motor lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Eastern Sierra Motor lodge to downtown Independence?

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge is 0.3 mi away from Independence.

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
After I figured out the system for checking in, all was fine. I missed a text but the phone call was answered and solved the problem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nearly immaculate room had very good lighting, was equipped with microwave and (gurgling) fridge. Also came with a surprising supply of gratis snacks -- and earplugs, which some may find useful for blocking the sound of trucks on 395. Adirondack chairs outside each of the 6 rooms contributed a welcoming touch. Note: this is a remotely operated motel with no staff on site. Also, for the price of a room, guests have a right to expect an ice machine. Shower head was uncomfortably low, while bath towels were of excellent quality. Oddly, hand towels were of only fair quality, and wash rags were so thin they might have come from Motel 6. Instead of snacks, how about bottled water?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple check in with code. Didn't need help but it was a text away. Snacks for morning good. Everything clean. Bathroom shower needed a bit of fixing. Possible noise from highway but we had ac running... they supply ear plugs just in case
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Thank you for your hospitality

Nice curb appeal for a motel with 2 new android chairs, rose bushes and flowering shrubs. Basic bed with basic linens just ok. Room was updated recently just enough to cover the dated establishment A/C worked great, refrigerator had a constant humming noise so we turned it off. Complimentary snacks were very plentiful and appreciated. May we suggest to include 2 bottled water? Easy reservation and check in with code for room door. No front desk, any problems you must text # to contact. Best value with comfort in the surrounding towns that didn’t look like your grandparents 1980 furniture and bedspread. Many upscale hotels in the area but wanted something reasonable for 1 night passing through. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yuki

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Terri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, but extremely noisy. We unplugged the refrigerator, everything we could think of but the grinding sound like when your Keurig starts to brew never ceased. Also, we could annoyingly hear the neighbors laughing into the wee hours of the morning. Lastly, there are no food options in Independence, where the lodge is located. After a long drive from Reno, who wants to drive 30 minutes round-trip to Lone Pine to get food for dinner. We ate from the Mexican food truck, which was less than mediocre. For upwards of $150.00 that we paid for one night, you must be able to find nicer lodging with food options for that price in Lone Pine. I selected the lodge from the high rating and reviews on Expedia (which I do not understand at all) and was terribly disappointed. I hope that you read my review to save yourself the poor experience that I had.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location and comfy!

Check in was easy. Bed was so comfy and I loved the free snacks provided. The ac worked very well, but it did make strange noises that kept waking me up. I was not able to get the water in the shower to a good temp. It took forever to heat up and then when I added the cold, it just stayed scalding. There are tons of plugs in the room! I love it. I would stay here for a another night again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael L

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fifties motel with no one in office. A shock at first but ok with comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the autonomous aspect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They tried hard in an old motel. Nice new linens, free snacks, still had a smoky old Motel Smell But again, they tried hard to cover up and I applaud the effort.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

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

8/10 Good

Angelito De

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

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

Perfect for an easy over night

Super easy checking in/ check out process. The property is older but clean and comfortable and has been nicely updated. Perfect for a quick over night before heading up into the Eastern Sierra for a backpacking trip. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

clary

Traveled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please add, fridge, microwave, kettle to list of room amenities (for rooms that have them)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Probably best motel in the area, nothing to complain about. Well organized, clean room, decent breakfast, the tv has youtube and netflix, rotating shower head, and everything works
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arpit

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024