It was a few years that I was here , when traveling through the area again it was worth looking up…read more Clean, safe, personal stay. One of those places you make note of for future visits.

Sooooo amazing. 100% loved this place and the kind owner. They went out of their way to make us…read morecomfortable and send us back home on our way.

Don't judge this place by the outside - this little motel ended up being exactly what I needed…read moreafter an intense hike. The room is small, as expected, but perfect for a solo traveler or couple looking for a clean, comfortable place to shower, cool off, and rest. The AC absolutely cranks, which was heaven after being out in the heat all day. The owners have added so many thoughtful touches: toothbrushes, single-use toothpaste, makeup remover wipes, bath gels, plus a mini fridge and microwave in the room. When I checked in, I was greeted with bottled water, fruit, and cookies, such a kind welcome after a long day. There are also cute patios with hanging lights where you can sit and eat takeout, and there's even a homemade ice cream shop right next door with a really vibey outdoor patio. One of the owners mentioned a nearby trail just behind the motel, and I'm so glad I listened. I ended up walking through the beautiful Mary DeDecker native plant garden alongside a babbling creek with little bridges and an incredible sunset view over the mountain ridge. It turned into one of the highlights of my trip. This place may not look like much from the outside, but it has heart, kindness, and everything you actually need for a peaceful stay.

Had a great stay here! The room was simple but spotless, with everything you need for a quick…read moreovernight or short trip. I checked in late at night and Prince made the process quick, professional, and friendly. Parking was plentiful and easy -- no hassle getting to my room from my car. It was quiet all night too, which I really appreciated. I'd definitely stay here again and would recommend it to others.

Joanna and I stayed at Ray's Den Motel on June 23 on a drive from Phoenix, AZ to Reno, NV. It is a…read moresmall but beautiful motel, well-maintained and comfortable. Joanna loved the flowers on the porch and the bedspread. She is notoriously picky but she liked the motel and we both slept well. I liked the views of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Nice place to stay.

This sweet motel is just want I wanted and expected. I loved that I could sit outside our room in…read moreredwood chairs and enjoy the dessert air sipping wine, reading and enjoying watching the 2 motel cozy free range cats. The owner was very friendly and kind and welcoming. We had a beautiful hike from the motel across the creek toward the Mts in the morning. The room itself was clean and comfortable. I slept well.

We had a nice one night stay here. Staff were all lovely, room comfortable, grounds well…read moremaintained, nice breakfast buffet. This motor lodge offers a variety of room styles. Each room has it's own entrance from the parking area with assigned parking close to the room. Our Queen bed room included a small table and two side chairs. Table could be used for dining or as a desk. Plenty of plugs bedside. Large TV, large dresser and closet with iron/board. No luggage rack, but a padded bench at the foot of the bed would work. Room is 'tight' so not really room for open luggage in general. The bed was very comfortable with nice linens and a variety of pillows. The heating/cooling worked quite well without a lot of noise. Floors are carpeted. Room had a small fridge with the coffee maker and ice bucket in the bathroom. Multi-use products in shower and by sink. Hot water was quick. Everything worked. Bathroom was clean. Towels were older, but clean and in good repair. The ice machine is in guest laundry on the far right side (away from the office side) of the complex. Two dollars per wash and two dollars per dry. Soap dispenser and beverage vending here as well. The outdoor pool is large with plenty of lounge chairs and seats. Some in the shade. The area is kept clean and tidy. A grassy area by the office has tables and chairs for all guests to enjoy. Breakfast daily 6am-9am off the lobby. Buffet includes hot foods, toaster items, cold cereal, coffee and juice. A staff member is available to keep items stocked and the space tidy. The lobby has a small seating area and market place.

Takes credit card. 20 min drive to Mt Whitney Portal. 45…read moremin drive to cottonwood trail head Has a lobby open 24 hours. Free parking assigned to your room. Additional parking in the back if your party has more than 1 car. The cost of lodging is high though, one of the highest in the Lone Pine, like $180/night. Free breakfast included open 6am-10am. Includes hot eggs, tater tots, bacon, tortilla, juice, coffee, pastries, milk, almond milk. Rooms are clean. Showers include shampoo, conditioner, body wash.

I have now stayed in both parts of the hotel. The historical a few years ago, and the new part…read morelast week. This was the CLEANEST hotel I have ever been in!!! Very quiet, too!

I booked a room for the following year for the film festival in 2026 when I was there for the…read morefestival in 2025.. At the time of booking, I was told someone would 'call next year to take payment'. Nobody called. I have decided not to stay there, so I called to release the room and the woman answering the phone not only put me on hold, rudely and abruptly, tells me, "Nobody was going to call, if you didn't get the email then you don't have a room." I said, "This could have been very upsetting if I was calling to make payment, and the room wasn't held for me, because I was told I would get a call." Instead of saying, "I am so sorry Ma'am, I don't know who told you this but I assure you we will make sure the other reservationists know not to tell people this, and that to be sure to have you look for an email." But instead she was RUDE and so I hung up. GOOD GRIEF! She needs an attitude adjustment. She shouldn't be on the phones. She's impolite. She doesn't realize that people view the Dow Hotel by the treatment they receive and it starts at the beginning, ....at the front desk.

Three of us stayed on a Saturday night. We asked for a good second floor room and got one. It had a…read moreMountain View and looked over the road, not too much noise. Liked the solar farm on their property east and south of the hotel! A good basic breakfast in a small downstairs room. Minor issues: 1 The faucet is set a long way back over the sink, so you tend to knock your hands against the sink while washing them. 2 Bathroom door squeaked. 3 At the south end of the hotel, the doors opened from the inside. I could not open the first floor door or the second floor door from the outside with my room key. They said they would fix the door locks. 4 We swiped the key to enter the room. When they renovate the hotel, I hope they change to a key that you can tap on the door lock to enter. Those are easier to use especially if you can keep the key in the wallet and tap the wallet on the door.

This hotel was awesome being so close to the Whitney portal. Staff is friendly, rooms are clean and…read morethey also offer free breakfast and storage. I would return!

After a hike by Mineral King, nothing beats some good, juicy burgers and clean bathrooms. They also…read morehave a store for souvenirs, medications, sweater, etc. which is very convenient. We came at a time that most hikers have probably finished so it was a bit busy but the wait was definitely worth it. Serving size is big enough to share with husband and flavor is one of the best I had so far, with no bias at all! Worth a stop before driving through the notoriously popular Mineral King road.

carne asada fries here were so delicious. i'm from los angeles and i gotta say they did it so well…read morefor being a little mountain resort restaurant. i loved the contrast of the creamy green cilantro crema with the red chipotle crema on the perfectly tender carne asada, which i'm pretty sure was meat from the famed harris ranch of california. the fries were so perfectly crisp and the beans, cheese, etc all complemented the flavors so nicely. we also tried the apple and berry pie. it was well done as well, got one slice a la mode with icecream :). the workers here are so nice and personable. real friendly people, we loved this young man i forget his name but he was from georgia or something. they sell a lot of cute souvenirs in here such as apparel, candles, postcards and stickers branded with mineral king. they also sell backpackers dehydrated meals and little toiletries and drugs you may have forgotten. always make a trip here when i'm around. love it. they also have showers attached to the bathroom and you could just walk in and take a shower after a lil hike ?? maybe :)

Super clean and quiet. Building is made of hollow blocks, so I'm serious about how quiet it is…read more Great water pressure. Owner is very nice and accommodating.

Where to start if you like to take a shower with cold water, this isn't the hotel for you. The…read morestarlight motel is an old motor Court motel this is a very well kept up property. The rooms are simple but very clean. Very comfortable bed with amenities. It's a family ran business. What one of the owners told me they view this as their house and everyone that stays with them is their guest. They need to teach at course or hospitality cuz these lovely people are exemplary in hospitality. Looking forward to staying here again. This is my favorite hotel on the Eastern Sierra's hands down. I've stayed at numerous ones.

Very disappointing experience -- overpriced and poor quality…read morePrices have gone up significantly, while the quality and cleanliness have gone down. I come to the Mt. Whitney Portal area every year, and unfortunately, this was one of the worst experiences I've had. The condiments were left out for everyone to grab, tables were not clean, and there seemed to be very little attention to sanitation. When I asked about it, the explanation was that "it's been like that since COVID," but that doesn't make it acceptable, especially years later. The food was also extremely overpriced for the quality. We paid $39.98 for two chicken sandwiches without drinks--one crispy chicken sandwich that was extremely spicy and a grilled chicken sandwich with lemon pepper. Neither was enjoyable, and we ended up throwing the food away. My recommendation: Eat in Lone Pine before heading up to Mt. Whitney Portal. You'll likely find better food, better value, and more options. Unfortunately, I felt like we wasted our money here. I would give less than one star if that were an option, but I'm sharing this review because I hope it helps other visitors make an informed decision.

This location is at the end of Whitney Portal Road, in the campground, 13 miles west of Lone Pine…read more Ask cashier Doug for the stories behind the photos on the walls. Bought a good Mt. Whitney T-shirt and a mug. We liked the fries. The outside seating areas were good; move away from the store to avoid yellowjackets (wasps). In early October, enjoy the fall colors near the store and across the Eastern Sierra.

Stopped in after 4 days in the backcountry looking for a shower…read more This hostel and gear shop offers $10 showers (towels and soap included). The folks here are friendly, showers are hot and clean. There's also a hiker box in the store.

F this place. No mention of a specific check-in time upon booking, and despite attempting to check…read morein on a Friday, we never even heard back from the number listed online, or the two numbers listed on their door via text or phone where it said you could check in before 9 PM (yelp says 8). Either way this place doesn't give a turd if you like it there or even stay there. Trash, trash, trash. It's a small town so just ask around. Worst hotel experience in my entire life.