Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Downtown Mammoth Lakes

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Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Bar (on property)
Lobby
43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Place, Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Village Gondola Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra Star Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard king on second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King, top floor, shower only, larger room with view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard king on top floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard two queen on the first or second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Two queen larger room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Two queen larger room, top floor, partial mountain view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard two queen on top floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

ADA king room. larger room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

ADA king room with roll in shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

ADA king room with tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King room with bunk bed-larger room-top floor-shower only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

King suite-separate living area-shower only-partial mountain view-larger room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Bedroom king suite with full kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Mammoth Lakes

Downtown Mammoth Lakes stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Mammoth Lakes hotel, you'll find Mammoth Hospital and Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Village Gondola Station and Edison Theater are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edison Theater - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Village Gondola Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Snowcreek Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sierra Star Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mammoth Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Warming Hut - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gojira Ramen & Sushi - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Old New York Deli & Bagel Co. - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Downtown Mammoth Lakes
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Empeiria High Sierra Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Mammoth Lakes hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Beds feature premium bedding. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Mammoth Lakes hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Seasonal Road Closure Notice: HWY 120 (Tioga Pass) generally closes for the winter from late October through late June. Daily closures can also occur during periods of inclement weather in spring and fall. The Eastern entrance to Yosemite National Park is located 45 minutes from Mammoth Lakes. Yosemite's Eastern Gate or Tuolumne Meadows is not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. All other Yosemite National Park entrances are open year round. Guests are advised to check local road conditions/closures before travel with the California Department of Transportation at www.dot.ca.gov or by calling 800-427-7623.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Best Western High Sierra
Best Western High Sierra Hotel
Best Western Plus High Sierra
Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel
Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel Mammoth Lakes
Best Western Plus High Sierra Mammoth Lakes
High Sierra Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Empeiria High Sierra Hotel to the airport?

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel is 7.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offer free breakfast?

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a pool?

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Empeiria High Sierra Hotel to downtown Mammoth Lakes?

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Mammoth Lakes.

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

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nice hotel and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
one of my favorite places to stay in mammoth!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our new favorite place to stay for sure!
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, we will stay there again.
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10/10 Excellent

James

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Hotel was clean and a lot better than expected. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Maximo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed staying here! The pool and Jacuzzi were a perfect option!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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We enjoyed this hotel so much we stayed here again on our way back through Mammoth Lakes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay we will definitely be back. Good deal for a really nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, helpful staff, reasonable rates
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel, it was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is in a great location. It is clean the rooms are real nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very good for families…Pool area very nice my kids enjoyed employees very friendly and communicative we would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stay was great it is in a convenient location to use the Mammoth bus system. We enjoyed the jacuzzi, pool, and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and Quite Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Domenica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is clean and pleasant and the staff are professional and helpful. Definitely looking forward to stay here again next time we visit Mammoth.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in great shape. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the cleanliness of the room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to access all Mammoth has to offer. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Josiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay!

Perfect little spot near mammoth mountain. Rooms were very nice and there was free coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Yuting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New, clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022