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    Ray's Den Motel

    4.6 (47 reviews)
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    Open • 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    La Mesita M.

    This motel is the best motel i have stayed in. The owner, Linda was friendly and had good information about the surrounding areas. She had a row of books in the office and let me borrow one to read over night. Thanks to her, i learned of other interesting sites we decided to visit. Our room was organized and clean. We didn't feel like being in a motel. Magazines on the surrounding areas, fridge, wifi, microwave, air conditioner, quality toilet paper ( no tissue thin stuff here!), nice thick towels, coffee and tea, good bath and body products... I am returning to this nice cozy den when in the area.

    Peppermint patties upon check-in!
    Jill L.

    Have you tried to book a hotel in Lone Pine or Bishop over a holiday? Well, here's the next best place! Seriously, an easy drive from Lone Pine and just as easy to Bishop, but a great escape from the crowds and traffic. Linda (proprietor) is great, and always looking to please. The first night's stay was a real treat. I was jonesing for chocolate but had no where to go, so I was getting ready to settle for an apple, when I noticed not one... but TWO peppermint patties on the night stand! Oh heaven had answered my prayers, with a little help from Linda! Yes, upon arrival you will be treated to sweets! If you want to get out and stretch your legs, there are a few great trails you can meander through on both the west side of the hotel and across the street on the south side. You'll find lingonberry trees galore on the east, and an amazing high and wild stream to the west! Try this wonderful fruit (small, but tasty!) as the sun sets and your day winds down to a close. But don't pass up the opportunity to support local businesses and keep Ray's Den alive! Maybe one of these days Linda will be able to get out herself and enjoy Mule Days in Bishop!

    Perfect little motel along Hwy 395! Clean, very comfortable, and coffee in the room!
    Ryn M.

    Could this place have a more bizarre name? That's part of what got us there! Rooms are clean, well-organized, comfortable, and your parking place is right at your room door. Linda, the owner, was a charm, fun to talk to and full of great insights for nearby eateries. Even the coffee we made in the room was just the start of another perfect day driving through California. And, yes, I will make sure to stay here again!

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    Old school, but very well maintained and clean. They also have a nice and friendly kitty.

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    Linda is very nice and the place is kept very clean and neat. Would give 6 stars if l could.

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    Been here twice and the store is pretty cool as they have everything from souvenirs to all your…read morehike needs. Staff is friendly and well knowledgeable on the hike and other areas in the town. Will be coming here on next visit to stock up on snacks and maybe get infornation on the hike if I decide to do it.

    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.

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