Wayfinder was an oasis for us after hot weather and our dog's paw injury made us abandon our camping site a day early. We arrived in town at 7 PM on a Friday looking for last-minute, pet friendly lodging. After seeing a few dire motels, we debated driving through the night home, but thankfully we stumbled upon Wayfinder. The walk in rates are reasonable given what you get. A great bar and dinner area with a super comfy and cozy lobby, delicious free buffet breakfast, super cozy beds, a beautiful creek with chairs and outdoor seating, gardens with secluded benches, a pool, a hot tub, and free chocolate chip cookies. It was super easy to eat outside with our dog and still enjoy the amenities. They also gave us a treat bag upon checkin which was very sweet. I'm not sure what else you could hope for in a small mountain town, but I'd definitely return! read more

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One star. I had a reservation, but I never even set foot on the property. Our upcoming trip to the area was disrupted by the Rock Fire in Inyo County, forcing us to change our travel plans. Before booking, travelers should understand that Wayfinder appears to enforce its cancellation policy even when a major wildfire prevents the original trip from taking place. The hotel offered to convert my one night reservation into a credit, but only if I selected and confirmed new travel dates within 48 hours. In my view, that is not a reasonable accommodation. When travel is unexpectedly disrupted by a natural disaster, it can take weeks or months to determine when a replacement trip will be possible. A more customer-friendly approach would be to issue a credit valid for 6-12 months and allow guests to book new dates when their plans are finalized. We also discussed moving the reservation forward by one night to accommodate our revised itinerary. While I understand that weekend rates are higher, the additional cost would have been several hundred dollars, making that option impractical. As a result, I lost the cost of one night's stay and will not be booking with Wayfinder in the future. This was my first experience with the company, and unfortunately it left me with the impression that there is little flexibility for guests facing extraordinary circumstances beyond their control. Management already has my contact information. I hope you'll reconsider and issue a credit that can be used within the next year, rather than requiring a new reservation to be booked within 48 hours. read more

Personally, I don't think this hotel is worth over $300 a night. The room price varies depending upon the day of week or weekend. I've heard the rates on the weekend are $400 to $700 a night. RIDICULOUS prices in my opinion. I found the beds and pillows very soft and uncomfortable. The rooms are very dark due to the hotels theme of a hunting lodge. My room's window screen was missing so we couldn't ventilate our room with fresh Bishop air. The television in this room was old and the picture was grainy, in addition to the lack of cable tv stations. The MAIN reason why I gave TWO stars was due to the exorbitant pricing of their carbonated water at the front desk. $5.44 for a 16 ounce bottle. My son wanted one too, so $10.88 for carbonated water?!UNBELIEVABLE!!! I must say the swimming pool was very nice. The pool towels are located in the top dresser drawer in the room and PLEASE don't accidentally take one home, otherwise they'll charge you $20 for the towel!!! The breakfast in the morning was very tasty and there were so many items to choose from. I'm truly sorry my review can't be more positive. There are so many items that need attention. I hope I've been helpful to all. Please have a great day and enjoy beautiful Bishop,CA. read more

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They spruced the place up a bit since changing it from the Creekside. They added a good lounge with a TV and a bar. Although in the halls they still have the drab brownish walls and carpet. They should have lightened it up a bit. Also they don't have a gym which is a turn off. read more

Wayfinder Bishop has officially become part of my family's annual spring break WORKATION tradition. I come out to Bishop for work every spring, and over time this has become our go-to stay when I bring the family along. It's the perfect mix of work trip during the day and family getaway after hours. The property itself is beautiful. The lobby has a warm upscale mountain lodge feel with high ceilings, rich wood finishes, cozy lighting, and a really inviting atmosphere the moment you walk in. It feels much nicer and more thoughtfully designed than your typical hotel stop in a small mountain town. The courtyard with the pond and fire pit is such a nice touch and makes the whole place feel peaceful and relaxing after a long day. The breakfast/lounge area was clean and well kept, and overall the property feels family-friendly, comfortable, and well maintained. Location is also excellent if you're using Bishop as a base for Mammoth, the Eastern Sierra, or just exploring with the family after work. At this point, Wayfinder Bishop has become more than just a hotel for us -- it's part of our annual spring break memories. Would definitely stay here again. read more

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Stayed here passing through while the pass was closed due to snow. Picked this place for the theme. Yes it's more expensive, but what a great stay we had. I hate boring hotels that all look the same. This one had a warm welcome to it. We stayed on Christmas Day, wasn't too busy. After a long drive we got hungry and decided to try the food. We ordered the bbq chicken pizza and it was AMAZING! We were shocked! Best pizza I've honestly ever had. The staff here was so friendly and welcoming, Raven at the front checked us in. Gave us all the tips we needed for our stay. The lady working the bar/food was also so amazing, can't remember her name but she was on top of how many people were in the lounge area. Overall would definitely stay here again, in fact we are planning on making this our go to for the area. Well worth the money. read more

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We had a very nice one night stay at the hotel. It is a lovely property. But 2 things are on my mind that I must share. One one the beds sheets had holes in them and had sap or something on them. For the price we paid per night, I would expect decent sheets. The second thing is the quality of the breakfast in the morning. Food was not very good. Bacon was laying in pools of grease. Potatoes were all smashed. Creamer for the coffee was empty.....and so on. On a positive note, Laura did a great job on the pizza we ordered but it did take over an hour to get it. read more

Wayfinder is a great little hotel in Bishop. It has a woodsy mountain decor. The rooms are spacious and the beds are comfortable. The laundry room on the second floor is very nice with ample space and comfortable chairs to sit and wait for the clothes to finish. (See pic) We pulled into town at midnight as we were passing through and were happy to find this gem! We had a room that overlooked the stream that runs through the property. They offer a continental breakfast in the morning. It looked ok, but we opted for steak and eggs down the road. I bet this place is packed during the summer with all the outdoor activities in the area. We would definitely plan on staying here again. Cheers! read more

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9/30/25 updated review- Kind of disappointed this trip- I was looking forward to the free breakfast- but disappointing- No hard boiled eggs (need my protein).. The oatmeal was way too liquidy.. Besides the breakfast- The room was located all the way in the back- second floor and only one elevator- Which was a pain to get too. read more

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Love the front desk, the clean and spacious rooms, the free breakfast is better than most. Work trip for me so I didn't have a chance to use the pool, but it looked inviting. Will definitely stay again. read more

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This was such a gem! Located right on the main road through town(395). The property is absolutely beautiful. It comes off as a resort rather than a rural town hotel. Everything is very clearly planned out and intentional. I loved all the details. The halls are lined with local photographers photos. The leather bound guide book provided in the room was perfect - clean layout, very concise relevant info. All of the lamps were on theme. The room itself was very comfortable. I highly appreciated the charging block on the bedside which had room for 4+ usb as well as standard plugs. The shower was glorious with incredible water pressure. The provided soap/shampoo/conditioner were quality. The towels were thicker than standard hotels. The rooms come with a sliding patio door. This worked out so well for us being on the first floor we could very easily load items in and out - considering all the hiking and schlepping we had done before our stay here made this very very nice. Perhaps the best part - the creek running through the property! This for me was such a standout. There are ample chairs (which are very comfortable) with fire pits. The surrounding lavender bushes add to the beauty and resort style setting. The pool, hot tub, and sauna are located across the bridge over the creek. I really appreciated that this was more of a standard pool size rather than a 3-4 foot small pool. We really enjoyed cooling off in the pool followed by a session in the hot tub with the jets. This is truly just what we needed after some extensive hikes in the sierras. They serve a hot breakfast in the dining area to the left of the lobby, which was quite good. I appreciated the fresh fruit available and the very comfortable dining room seating. Can't wait to stay here again on another trip! read more

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The hotel is beautiful and amazing. The grounds are an oasis you never want to leave. But the beds were too soft so much so I sank in and felt folded in two. read more

This place was gorgeous! What a setting. My room was facing the water out back. They had fire pits outside and the rooms had an elegant, rustic look. The service was super friendly and I just really enjoyed this place. I'd absolutely stay here again. read more

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We stay there 1-2/year and love it every time. The rooms are large and have everything. Beds comfortable. Sitting by the river during the morning or at night is added bonus. Close to everything (I mean bishop isn't big anyway!). Perfect place to stay while 4wheeling or heading out on long hikes in the sierras. Gwen at the front desk was so great as was each person that worked at the front. She was really helpful mailing back something to me that I left behind. Easy, seamless and inexpensive to ship as well. (King rooms are the only ones with view towards the creek). read more

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I am truly impressed with this Hotel, as it is a standout among the many other hotels in Bishop. The interior feels like I'm in the mountains, and the rooms are clean and well stocked. The views are spectacular, with snow still on the mountains and travelers coming and going from Mammoth or to the weekend rodeo. The staff are super friendly, and are so helpful in getting to my room. Outside, the grounds are beautiful, with a rustic mountain feeling and stream running through the property. I would certainly like to bring the family here while traveling to Mammoth or further... read more

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I'm going to break this place down and then build it back up (kind of like the fire pit that wouldn't stay lit). The Bad (Where Do We Start?): The walls are so thin you don't need to people-watch--you can just people-hear. You'll know when your neighbors came back from fishing, how many beers they had, and exactly what time they set their alarms for a 5 a.m. checkout. Who needs white noise when you've got the elevator serenade? At the pool, there's no shower to rinse off before hopping in, which is a bold move considering there's a sauna right there. Nothing says "relaxing swim" like watching six sweaty dudes, dripping head to toe like human sprinklers, cannonball into the pool. The TVs? Locked down harder than Area 51. Forget your Fire Stick--you'll be lucky if you can find The Weather Channel. It's like they want to remind you of a simpler time when tv had 13 channels or Netflix was just DVDs in the mail. The "mini-fridge" deserves quotes, because it's basically a lukewarm storage box. Perfect if you like your drinks "slightly cooler than the room." And the fire pit... oh, the fire pit. The crown jewel that wasn't. We tried to enjoy it, but it kept shutting off every 5-6 minutes. The staff came out like fire pit paramedics, relighting it until eventually we gave up and retreated inside, smelling faintly of propane and disappointment. For the price of these rooms, I expected comfort, not a nightly battle with an unreliable campfire. The Good (Why You Might Still Stay Anyway): Here's the kicker: this is probably the nicest property in Bishop. It's got rustic charm, a sweet little stream running through the grounds, and when the fire pit actually works, it's Instagram gold. There's a small bar inside, breakfast is included, with self waffle maker and the whole place has that rustic vibe that tricks you into forgiving half the nonsense. The Verdict: Wayfinder is like that friend who looks amazing on Instagram but in real life forgets to bring snacks, loses the car keys, and then makes you sleep on an air mattress. The bones are good. The vibe is there. But until they fix the fire pit, unchain the TVs, install a pool shower, get some real fridges, and--please--add some soundproofing, it's rustic in theory, it for the price maybe expect a little more. But again in their defense, the nicest hotel in Bishop.. read more

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Beautiful and quaint. Everything was well maintained, they have a nice bar and lots of outdoor recreational areas. Breakfast was okay. Pool, jacuzzi, and rooms were all very clean. Perfect for a weekend getaway to the mountains. read more

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Average reviews seem inflated--this is a 3-star at best. Limited Bishop options likely boost scores. New ownership has clearly cut costs since the Creekside Inn days. Misses: HVAC is terrible. Set thermostat anywhere from 60-67, room stayed at 71 even in 30-degree winter weather. Too warm to sleep comfortably. Breakfast downgraded significantly--only scrambled eggs were decent. Everything else tasted like reheated frozen mush. Watered-down coffee. Eat elsewhere. TV locked on low-def coaxial input. To switch to HDMI requires borrowing one of 5 special remotes from front desk (tracked on clipboard). Sandpaper towels. Too-dark lighting with dark painted walls and ceilings. The existing lamps are inadequate. Good: Comfortable bed, updated Moen plumbing, dual sinks, nice wood doors. Creek through pool area is pleasant. Spa/sauna nice after skiing.​​​ read more

If I could give 0 Stars I would . After last night we will never say here again . First time was great experience came back got a room that had a stench so bad it was worse in our room but extended to the back hall of the hotel . The floors were dirty my kids feet turned black within a few minutes of walking around. Overall disappointing in the service and the staff care . Also tried to call front desk multiple times no answer had to walk back out to the front desk just to express how unhappy we were. Maid staff said she smelt what we did in the hall. The most they could do is give us $25 dollars off. Mind you my son woke up sick and throwing up made them aware and yet they did nothing else for us. Not to mention parking accommodations for towing or bigger vehicles isn't easy. read more

So happy with our stay here ,clean and cute and close by to a lot of food options . Free breakfast cool with options . read more

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What a perfect little gem in Bishop! Great accommodations, love the decor and grounds, nice staff - all your needs are covered. We paid around $300 for a double queen room, while I was a little surprised at the cost, I certainly didn't leave feeling slighted. Would 100% come back! read more

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We had a great stay and the location was worth the cost. Major plus that they are pet friendly, it is an extra $50 for the pet fee. It's right next to Schats bakery, across the street from the park and walking distance into town with the other shops. Room was nice, we liked the balcony so it was great to have my dog be able to sit outside and we got some crisp fresh air into the room. Breakfast options were good and we can't wait to come back. read more

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Room was clean and comfortable. Bed was comfortable & with nice sheets. Awesome shower. Very clean hotel. Great view of the river. Great happy hour from 4 to 6pm. Delicious free breakfast. Every employee i interacted with was super nice. Pool was out of service & no one mentioned that when we checked in. Regardless, I love this hotel & would stay again. read more

We stayed at the Wayfinder Hotel in Bishop for one night and really enjoyed our experience. The location is excellent--convenient and scenic--and the property itself is quiet and peaceful, which made for a restful stay. The amenities were great, and the bed was very comfortable, which we appreciated after a long day of travel. Everything felt clean and thoughtfully designed. The only small downside was the water pressure in the shower, which could have been stronger. Not a deal breaker by any means, just something to note. Overall, a great stopover and we'd definitely stay again. read more

Overall the hotel is lovely - my wife and I will stay again for the creek and comfy bed alone. That said, they charge well above market rates for Bishop so I will hold them to the standards I've come to expect from the Hyatt hotels I normally stay in. Staffing was a persistent issue. (1) At check in I walked in to find a lady also waiting at the front desk with nobody around. We waited 10-15 minutes for someone to show up..because another guest had a request that required the front desk to step away? What?? At check out, yet again there was nobody at the desk. (2) My wife and I were so excited to have dinner and drinks at your bar/restaurant. Except how could we when nobody was there? We got to the bar and only one lady was sitting there waiting on her food. 15 minutes go by and 3-4 other couples join us in waiting. Lady at the bar mentions the bartender is also the cook so we're waiting on the bartender to make her pizzas? WTF. Really disappointed as we were excited to have many beers and a pizza creekside but not if it meant waiting absurd amounts of time between orders. Ended up ordering Chinese takeout and having drinks in the room. Breakfast could be improved. Eggs were lukewarm, other patrons were taking so long to select a plate I was confused until I went to get one myself and realized a decent number of them had egg residue on them. Why no fruit? Coffee was good though. Lastly, if I'm already paying near $500 for a room...just add the $25 to the room rate. A "resort fee" at a non-resort property comes across as a "f-you because I can" fee. I hope you guys can improve the staffing, breakfast quality and at the very least consider changing your "resort" fee policy to bundle it in the room rate. It's a cute property and my wife and I will stay again...just know that there's potential for Wayfinder Bishop to do even better. read more

I liked this place a lot better when it was Creekside Inn however they are making improvements with the new ownership change. There is also a bar with food in the evenings. The little creek they have here is a good place to sit and read your book or also to sit and have one of the fire pits going while you sip your wine and kick up your feet. Overall I do recommend this place out of any of the other hotels in the area. read more

The rooms are nice and the creek is beautiful, but we will likely not be back. I wrote this to the management in the survey they sent after our stay. "I have been staying at this property for about 25 years. The previous owners ran a much better, and reasonably priced establishment. Your prices are the highest in the Owens Valley. While there appears to be an effort to run a high class establishment, several things done are very low class. $50 charge for charging an EV? Really. Previous management encouraged this at no charge. $250 threat in case a robe is taken? How about "you may purchase this robe if you like". Additional charge for early check in, additional charge for late checkout, inability to reserve patio rooms, breakfast that rivals holiday inn, etc.... While there appears to be an effort to have a bougie establishment, the only thing that is bougie are the prices. The rest is low class. We will be investigating all other options in the area before staying here again." read more

We drove 8 hours from home expecting to swim, soak in the hot tub and even had reservations for the sauna. However after checking in and heading to the pool we discovered nothing works! The pool is ice cold! The hot tub is barely warm and the sauna doesn't work. When we asked the front desk about it we were told "sorry we don't have a maintenance worker on grounds." Awful experience after a long drive. I would never recommend this hotel and their false advertisement. read more

What a great find! On way to Mammoth and had to stop due to Crowley fire. Wanted something unique, more than basic budget in type place and found this on Hotel.com. So glad we took a chance. Really nicely decorated and seems fairly newer, has this wonderful creek that runs through the property, nice rooms, decent basic buffet breakfast included. Has a quaint lounge with small beer and wine bar and pizzas (not gourmet selection of anything). Has a small hot tub and pool and pretty small stand alone outdoor sauna. Person at front desk check in was really nice too. All in all solid experience. I only took a star off for no smart TV in room. That should be a given these days. read more

This is an excellent hotel. This is our 2nd visit. Our first visit was a couple of years ago was when it was Creekside. I'm not sure why the reviews were complaining of ownership change. Our recent vist was even more pleasant then the first time. The beds are super comfy. We had a great Kung size room on the bottom floor with sliding glass door making unloading our belongings from car parked right outside room super easy. The staff were very kind and accommodating. We enjoyed the fireside room at night with the fireplace and ambience. The breakfast is above average for hotel. Restaurants are an easy walk. The creek views walking over bridge and pathways are so relaxing and enjoyable. I would stay here everytime in Bishop. read more

Adorable Creekside Hotel right next to Shat's bakery in Bishop. Your stay includes a token for half off wine or beer in the bar, plus complementary sauna for one hour. The spa was nice and hot and we enjoyed the free breakfast in the morning. The decor is beautiful throughout, with lots of rustic touches, including a real woodburning fireplace in the lobby. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Highly recommend and will stay here again. read more

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I'm giving this place a 3 star due to the new ownership and how expensive the rates have gotten. It's a beautiful place to stay , no doubt. But you can't find a room anymore under 200 a night there. We've stop staying there because of how high the room rates are. read more

Friendly and helpful staff. Gwen, front desk staff, is especially helpful and always had the best answers to our questions. Rooms are cozy. It is a perfect get away. read more

Amazing!!! Stay here and you will see for yourself that it's a very nice hotel with so many amenities. I loved the option to upgrade and pay the small fee to check in hours early, this was a huge win. read more

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Rooms were very clean. Nicol, head of housekeeping, gave her girls all the credit when I complimented the room. When I asked her if she was housekeeping, she said yes, not knowing whether my comment was going to be positive or negative. She was prepared to take the negative, but when I gave her a positive she gave the credit to her girls. Way to go Nicol read more

I had stayed here back when it was the Creekside Inn. I was anxious about staying here again under the new management/name but we gave it a shot and we were very content with our stay. I still miss the old name because the creek is the big draw for me. I had accidentally misspelled my name on my reservation so I had to try calling for days until someone picked up, but as soon as I got a hold of someone they were super helpful and able to update my reservation easily. Check-in was a breeze, the hotel is clean, and your room rate includes parking and breakfast. The beds feel like you're sleeping in a marshmallow. The rooms are dark and the lighting isn't the best, but we managed. We also noticed that the heater kicked on in the room when it was almost 90 degrees outside and we couldn't get it to turn off. We called the front desk and they helped us trouble shoot the system over the phone. I do agree with other reviewers about the price being a bit much but since our stay was so comfortable and seamless I don't mind paying for that peace of mind and comfort. We had our small dog with us and while there were a number of other dogs staying at the hotel we barely noticed them. This hotel is conveniently located across the street from City Park so it was convenient for walking our dog and of course you can't beat the landscaping, the areas by the creek and the proximity to Schat's bakery. read more

Ever since Wayfinder bought Creekside it has gone downhill. I have tried to call them several times over the past week to change a reservation and they put me on hold for over a half hour. I finally hung up. The employees used to be far more accommodating when it was Creekside. .Now they don't even answer the phone. I'm staying there but I do not like the direction the hotel is going in. read more

Interesting property with comfortable accommodations. Got a room with a balcony and was bigger than I expected. Few dings: weird hvac setup - you can set the temp to low but wind up breaking out in a sweat; old tv with weird settings that you can't seem to change; slow WiFi (had to use cellular the entire time); average breakfast buffet. Friendly staff. read more

This is a beautiful hotel and the service is amazing. Specifically Raven at the front desk. She found my reservation and corrected all my mistakes. Thanks Raven! I'm glad breakfast is being offered again!! Don't forget to visit the bakery next door. It won't disappoint either. Schat's Bakkery is the best! read more

Absolutely Disgusting, we decided to go out and get the free breakfast they severed. all of it looked really good except i saw ants climbing all over the eggs and all over the countertop next to it. I would not recommend eating here unless try at your own risk!!! But the rooms are good! read more

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