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    El Portal Motel

    4.3 (27 reviews)
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    Pete L.

    Amazing owner and son,highly recommend!!Near Rhyolite ghost town and entrance to Death Valley.Very clean, polite, and helped us when no rooms were available in town at night!

    Taylor M.

    This is a homey little motel. It feels like a late 70s style studio, very clean. The people inside are super friendly. In the morning we woke up to burros outside, the man came out and fed them. He even let me steal a grape to feed one. They let you pet them it's great. A fun convenient little hotel off the Highway super close to Death Valley and Rhyolite ghost town. It is extremely quiet here, day and especially night. We would definitely stay again.

    Seth A.

    I stayed at El Portal Motel for one evening on my way to Death Valley National Park. The location is ideal because it's virtually right outside the park. I had been traveling north from Joshua Tree on one of my National Park excursion trips and didn't get into Beatty till late. The owner was nice enough to leave a key for my room in the lobby which he left unlocked for me. In general, Beatty is a small, quaint town and that sort of summed up my stay at the El Portal. The motel/complex has a throwback and homely feel to it with vintage style rooms. I appreciate places like these. My room was very well priced. It was also clean and I had a good nights rest. This place was a nice way to start out my adventure into Death Valley. Btw.....buy gas here in the town of Beatty. Inside Death Valley NP, there were 2-3 gas stations I remember passing, but the prices were outrageous.

    Sean C.

    Spent one night here after a long drive from San Francisco on our way to Death Valley. Made a reservation beforehand via their web site - our $49 room was huge with two comfortable queen beds, mini-fridge, microwave, and cable TV. Free wi-fi is also available. The room was pretty tired looking but funky and with character at the same time. Since this hotel is a block off the highway it was really quiet at night. There is a great bar and a few dining options just a short walk up the street. **Note - when driving in Beatty be sure to obey the speed limit and traffic laws. We saw two sheriff's vehicles (pick up trucks) pulling people over when we rolled into town.

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    3 months ago

    Clean rooms , awesome sights, friendly staff , coffee n more like we all will be back

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    3 years ago

    Low-key, clean, pet-friendly and spacious! I'd definitely stay here again--especially in pool weather!

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    Great experience. Room was super clean and onsite owners were very nice and accommodating. Will definitely stay here again.

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    Very clean place. Manager/owner Brook is very friendly and helpful. Great deal for good price!

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    Old Schol hotel, old school charm. Hands down the BEST shower EVER! Talk about water pressure.

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    A fun convenient little hotel off the Highway super close to Death Valley and Rhyolite ghost town.

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    (50 reviews)

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    My husband and I decided to take the short trip from Las Vegas to Rhyolite to take our kids to the…read moreout door museum and to see the ghost town. We didn't want to leave our dogs at home so we brought them along too. I thought it would be fun to stay the night in Beaty so we didn't have to rush while in rhyolite. I found this motel online and since it look freshly renovated, modern and dog friendly I knew this was goin to be the perfect spot. Our plans worked out just right. Check in was not until 3pm. So we spent some time in Rhyolite and once the kids and dog were hungry and hot we decided to drive back into town. When we checked into the motel. I was greeted by a very nice young girl. She checked me in and then directed me to our room. Parking was near our door as we were on the bottom floor but tucked away in a small hallway. Right outside of our door was a picnic table and what looked like a potty area for pups. However, our dogs didn't use this area and preferred us to walk them along the backside of the buildings. We weren't sure what we wanted to eat for dinner, but conveniently located in the same parking lot there was a barbecue spot. It worked out great because we were able to walk from our room to the restaurant and they allowed us to bring the dogs. The boys wanted dessert so we were able to walk to a nearby gas station. This motel is in walking distance to basically everything including nightlife. The room was very cozy, clean and the air conditioning worked great. At the time of our stay the Golden Knights were in the playoffs and we were able to watch the game in our room. They also had free Wi-Fi. We did have to ask for extra towels because there were four of us staying in the room. In the morning when we woke up to take the dogs out, we got to see the donkeys walking through the city. Checkout was at 11 which gave us enough time to wake up, pack and grab a snack for the road. Overall, I would highly recommend this place if you're driving through Nevada or you're just looking for a day trip to get away from Las Vegas we will definitely be back !

    Didn't go inside, doesn't appear to be open but not sure. Great, funky, cool "under the sea themed…read moreart on exterior of building. I hope to stop by there in my return trip and take some better pictures.

    Shady Lady Bed and Breakfast - Entry Parlor Area

    Shady Lady Bed and Breakfast

    (31 reviews)

    This place is a great value and great experience. The owners are extremely helpful and friendly,…read morewithout being intrusive. The rooms are comfy and have all the comforts you'll need. I stayed in the Asia room. It was very comfortable for a three night stay. Each morning they offer a tasty and satisfying hot breakfast. It's a great way to start your day into Death Valley, or wherever you are headed. The place is full of Peacocks, rabbits, and goat named Esmeralda. See pictures attached. The location is about 30 minutes outside of death Valley. It's about 25 minutes away from a small town called Beatty. Beatty offers services like gas a few restaurants and a few convenience stores. Be careful when driving around town. There are free range donkeys that roam the streets. They're really cute, but they move it their own pace. The stars here are pretty amazing. I brought my telescope and was glad I did. But even without a telescope, it's worth taking a glass of wine out to the backyard and just gazing into that black sky and soaking in the stars. Pro tip hit up the dollar store in town for supplies. Don't forget to grab a lot of water For your day(s) in Death Valley. Bonus pro tip - wake up early and catch the sunrise in the backyard.

    I need to start by saying we didn't end up staying at the Shady Lady Bed and Breakfast because we…read morecancelled our trip but I still thought my pre-stay experience is noteworthy for other travelers.It started off fine after making a reservation online (through a third party booking site), the innkeeper, Nigel seemed pleasant and accommodating then, even agreeing to let me upgrade the room type from standard to private cabin and pay the difference on site on arrival.But when I needed to cancel, the experience turned from pleasant to unreceptive to outright rude. I just needed an email confirming that I canceled this reservation for travel insurance purposes and called to ask him if he would send that email to me. He agreed and took my information. I waited 24 hours to follow up when I hadn't received that email and to email him the next day, to make it easy for him to just respond to the email (something like yes this reservation has been cancelled would have worked fine for me, but after not getting an email response the next day, I called back to ask verbally again. He was extremely agitated right off the bat immediately after picking up the phone, recognizing my voice from previous calls, and sounded so irritated when I asked if he could respond to my email or send one out and he yelled "Look, I sent out the email yesterday. If you didn't get it, I don't know what to tell you. I've spent enough of my time on your reservation in the first place!" AND HUNG UP ON METhat was that. I don't understand how someone in the hospitality industry could act so hostily. l had plans to return there after canceling, but now I have no such intention just based on that experience (I guess I'll have to assume he feels the same about me). And think other travelers may want to be aware of this.

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    Motel 6

    (49 reviews)

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    Three stars are the highest rating in my review of Motel 6, since it's a 2-star hotel with limited…read moreamenities. This one is a good surprise. Nothing significant, but overall it was good: Clean, good front customer service, and nothing was broken. I'd come here again.

    Stayed mid-week in the middle of April 2025, 2 adults, 1 teen, and a dog. Definitely one of the…read morebetter Motel 6's I've stayed at. The only noise I heard outside of my room was an occasional door slamming shut in a nearby room. The place wasn't busy, so I could have just been lucky about the low noise level. The hotel was clean including the elevator and stairwell. There was a strong smell of cleaners in the common areas, but not too much in the room (which I appreciate). The beds were average comfort (not bad by any means, but not great). The room had vinyl floors (big reason I like Motel 6), a decent sized shower tub, a mini-fridge with a freezer shelf inside, a microwave, good air conditioning, a sliding window, blackout curtains, and 1 chair. The TV was rather small for the room (maybe 32"), no closet, no dresser drawers, there's a short clothes rack on the wall with a few hangers, plenty of shelf space to store clothes, no iron, no coffee maker, and no facial tissue. They provide standard toilet paper, bar soap, ice bucket with liner bag, plenty of clean towels, and disposable plastic cups. The town is great and I will be staying here again on my next trip to Death Valley. Ryolite ghost town is really cool (definitely more to it than you see in online videos). The burros roaming the town are very charming. My dog enjoyed the local park. Food options are good (I had Mel's diner, Smokin J's BBQ, and Happy Burro Chili). What really won me over was the people of this town. The locals are very friendly and willing to help if you're in need. After off-roading the previous day in Death Valley, my truck decided to have a pretty nasty suspension failure when I was leaving the next morning. The nearest towing service in Amargosa was booked for the day and couldn't help till the next day. Locals seen my situation and came to the rescue with the tools I didn't have on hand and helped to get me back on the road. I was able to drive home with no tow or expensive repair bill. Thank you Beatty!!!

    Amargosa Hotel - Hotel Entrance and Lobby

    Amargosa Hotel

    (93 reviews)

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    The Amargosa Hotel and Opera House is a spiritual pilgrimage more so than a place to stay…read more Yes, the carpet is musty. The plumbing is old. There is a faint odor lingering in the hallways (not guest rooms). The building is over 100 years old and decaying in certain sections. This is not the place to stay if you want room service, sparkling water, and luxury amenities. Journey to Death Valley Junction and stay a while if you need to experience awe and want to restore what you've lost in the hustle and bustle of life. Be inspired by Marta Beckett's murals--a dedicated artist who breathed new life into the walls. Even if you don't stay the night, take a tour and see it for yourself! Plus, this hotel is only 30 minutes from Furnace Creek and is a nice break from camping in the desert at a very affordable price point! The beds were comfortable and everyone at the hotel was extremely friendly. I would stay again.

    I stayed here in January and I can not say enough positive things about this magical place and the…read morespecial people who work here. The natural beauty of the Amargosa Valley is stunning. The hotel is very close to the entrance of Death Valley park. The history of the town and the Opera House that Marta Becket brought to life is fascinating! Don't miss a tour - they are given daily at 9am and 6pm. The on site cafe is closed but the hotel provides coffee and tea and allows guests to use a fridge, microwave and toaster. The rooms are kept very clean and the area is so quiet - I slept so well! Last, the staff are exceptionally kind and conscientious. This is truly special place.

    Furnace Creek Inn & Ranch Resort

    Furnace Creek Inn & Ranch Resort

    (319 reviews)

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    We stayed in one of the cottages at The Oasis while we were in Death Valley this past week. And it…read morewas Awesome!!! It was our first time in DVNP, and the cottages looked super cute and convenient. (They were!) In our duplex cottage, we had our own porch area, and inside, a living room (with a sofa fold out bed), a kitchenette area (with a fridge and microwave and coffee maker), a bathroom with a shower, a little washer/dryer laundry machine, and a master bedroom with a closet. We had access to, and used, the 86 degree pool (great after hiking), and there were restaurants and a gift shop and an ice cream shop, and golf facilities. The Oasis is right next door to the Furnace Creek Visitor Center (which we didn't make it to) and the Furnace Creek campground. Super convenient, Super cute, Good food available at the Wild Rose Tavern (which we went to twice), and our cottage neighbors were great. We loved every minute! Staff are super friendly and helpful and we hope to be back.

    We stayed here for 2 nights during our recent visit to Death Valley National Park, before…read moreThanksgiving. Room rates were average at $592 for 2 nights. We had the queen bed deluxe bedroom with balcony in building 800. Room was just ok, but it did the job to keep us cozy and allowed us to rest before each day. Eateries are limited but we ate dinner at the ice cream parlor and wild rose on 2 separate nights. The dinner buffet is $30 per person which we did not try. Last kind words for dinner was always so packed and we did not want to wait. Borax museum on site for us to explore. General store for us to buy some snacks for the kids. That's pretty much it. The spring-fed pool was warm but we only dipped our toes.

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