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Mt. Williamson Motel

P.O. Box 128, 515 S Edwards Street (Hwy 395), Independence, CA 93526
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Mt. Williamson Motel
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Las Vegas, Nevada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

Rented the 1 bedroom with living room/kitchen. New updates by the new owners! Nice mattress, new futon and linens for both, Fully equipped kitchen. Nice, cheap and efficient! We went to Independence Park next to property both evenings; it was hot, and the grass was lovely with mature trees, flush toilet bathrooms; no one seemed to care we brought our... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

This is a great small cabin style hotel with a great owner. He cooks breakfast while talking to you and giving you travel information about the area. We stayed there before climbing Mt Williamson and shared breakfast with several families that were passing through to other vacation spots. Good clean rooms, great breakfast, and a very friendly owner. Great place... More

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Pasadena, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

My family spent two nights here, using three of the separate cabin-like units. The new owners are fabulous and know the mountains well! Very accommodating to our large group as well as to the hikers who came down from the trail for an overnight. Rooms were clean, breakfast was made to order, and sitting out among the trees the views... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Owner was most friendly every time we interacted. Room was clean and comfortable. Was wonderful having a breakfast that was far more than just a muffin. This is really like a bed and breakfast except you stay in your own little cabin duplex. Highly recommend a stop here!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013 via mobile

Very quaint and well run B&B we stumbled across on our way to Yosemite. Beautiful mountains backdrop your private cabin. Great taco truck down the street. The free breakfast is made TO ORDER in the am. Great family run business. Would stay again!

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Los Angeles, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2013

Simply adorable. Last moment booking on my way to Mammoth in the middle of a snow storm. Henriette made me feel like home. The room was small, but extremely clean and cozy. Doggie had a private yard to run around. I will definetely go back!

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Downey, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 31, 2012

We stumbled upon the Mt Williamson Motel on our way to L.A. from Reno. This Motel is definitely a Jewell, a bargain, and a great place. The rooms are tiny but really aside from resting and showering what else do you need from a room? Where Mt Williamson Motel set itself apart from other places we have stayed in locally... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

We stayed at the Mr Williamson for one night after driving through Death Valley from Las Vegas. Audrey was so helpful, providing information about the local area and the following morning a delightful breakfast complete with English tea! The cabin like rooms were lovely, spotlessly clean although being small the air con did seem a little noisy but their overall... More

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Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012

I had reservations booked at other locations in Lone Pine and when I read the reviews I changed to the Mt Williamson Motel. Very friendly, clean and accommodating. Audrey took good care of us. My husband and friend came off the John Muir Trail for a break at Onion Valley, stayed two nights and then I took them back to... More

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Pasadena, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 26, 2012

This place is right out of the history books. They used to call them motor courts not motels. Drive in and park next to your door. I loved this place. Coming off a long backpacking trip we called as soon as we had cell service and found an available room which was a cabin like affair. Very clean, good firm... More

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Also Known As:
Mt Williamson Motel
Mt Williamson Hotel
Address: P.O. Box 128, 515 S Edwards Street (Hwy 395), Independence, CA 93526
Region: United States > California > Independence
Amenities:
Free Parking
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Ranked #1 of 3 hotels in Independence
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Cute, clean, historic cabins with free HOT breakfast daily! ... more   less 

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