Gatehouse at Manzanar, most famous of the ten concentration camps, or "relocation centers" built to house Japanese-Americans and Japanese aliens during the Second World War. Nearly 120,000 people, two-thirds of them U.S. citizens, were removed from their homes, primarily on the west coast, to the camps inland. When I was a kid, riding up U.S. 395 to a camping or hiking trip in the Sierras, these gatehouses were the most visible parts of what remained of the camp. Manzanar has since become a National Historic Site, with an interpretive center housed in the camp's former auditorium and reconstructed barracks with exhibits documenting the lives of the internees.

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Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

515 S Edwards St, Independence, CA

5.48 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$190 nightly

$213 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A picnic area, express check-in, and express check-out are also on offer.

Eastern Sierra Motor lodge

440 S Edwards St, Independence, CA

Free Cancellation

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5.53 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$109 nightly

$122 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Express check-out is also provided.

EQC Hotel 103

N Coloseum Rd, Independence, California

5.79 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

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Stay at this hostel in Independence. Enjoy free breakfast and air conditioning. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located nearby.

Independence Courthouse Motel

157 N Edwards Street, Independence, CA

5.85 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$104 nightly

$116 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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This motel includes a picnic area and barbecue grills. Take advantage of the free self parking.

Winnedumah Hotel

211 N. Edwards St., Independence, CA

5.88 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

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This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A garden, a picnic area, and express check-out are also on offer.

Large country home with 3 rooms and 3 baths

8.89 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$397 nightly

$430 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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This vacation home features laundry facilities.

Mt Whitney Motel

305 NORTH MAIN STREET, Lone Pine, CA

9.63 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$120 nightly

$134 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Free WiFi in public areas is available at this hotel.

Lone Pine Budget Inn

138 W Willow St, Lone Pine, CA

9.68 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$118 nightly

$132 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Free WiFi in public areas is available at this motel. Take advantage of the free self parking.

***Mt Whitney View Home!

9.7 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

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This vacation home features barbecue grills.

walk to everything in town

9.73 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

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This cottage featured laundry facilities and barbecue grills.

Trails Motel

633 S. Main St, Lone Pine, CA

Free Cancellation

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10.07 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

$120 nightly

$134 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business center. Laundry facilities and barbecue grills are also provided.

Best Western Frontier Motel

1008 S Main Street, Lone Pine, CA

10.67 mi from Manzanar National Historic Site

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A gym is featured at this hotel, along with a garden and a convenience store. A business center, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also on offer.

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Manzanar National Historic Site hotels essential information

Accommodation	33 hotels
Lowest Price	$116
Highest Price	$430
Popular hotels	Independence Courthouse Motel, Eastern Sierra Motor lodge, Mt Whitney Motel, Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp, Trails Motel, Winnedumah Hotel, EQC Hotel 103, Lone Pine Budget Inn, Best Western Frontier Motel, Large country home with 3 rooms and 3 baths, walk to everything in town, ***Mt Whitney View Home!

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Large country home with 3 rooms and 3 baths

5 out of 5

Posted 3 days ago

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"large house with great design. needs a few upgrades, but would be happy to return next year. very responsive owner who was quick to return my texts. easy check in and check out."

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Lone Pine Budget Inn

5 out of 5

Posted 7 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Overall, this place was a great base camp for my day hike up Mt Whitney. The service was excellent, the room was exactly as expected for the money and even had a fridge, and it was close to restaurants/groceries. Highly recommend for someone looking for a well priced room prior to anything in the Whitney Portal!"

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