Escape to the mountains and rejuvenate at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel, where an indoor pool and spa tub await. Indulge in breakfast at The Resting Nomad restaurant or grab a snack from the vending machine. With helpful staff, free newspapers, and coffee/tea in the lobby, this hotel is perfect for relaxation.
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Airport transfer
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
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Restaurant
Indoor pool and outdoor pool
Fitness center
Hot tub
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Gift shops/newsstands
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Cable/satellite TV service
Laundry facilities
Blackout drapes/curtains
Room options
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Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Village Gondola Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Sierra Star Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Eagle Express Ski Lift - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
Getting around
Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 11 min drive
Airport shuttle
Restaurants
Mammoth Brewing Company - 17 min walk
Old New York Deli & Bagel - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min walk
The Warming Hut - 13 min walk
Looney Bean - 6 min walk
About this property
Empeiria High Sierra Hotel
Empeiria High Sierra Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort. Guests can hang out at the outdoor pool or indoor pool, or grab a bite to eat at Skadi Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. A fitness center and a hot tub are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
73 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Ziplining nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
43-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Skadi Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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
Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Empeiria High Sierra Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Relax in the hot tub and take invigorating swims in the indoor and outdoor pools. Empeiria High Sierra Hotel also has a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Skadi Restaurant.
What's the area around Empeiria High Sierra Hotel like?
Empeiria High Sierra Hotel is in Downtown Mammoth Lakes, a short 11-minute walk from Mammoth Hospital.
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Empeiria High Sierra Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2022
nice hotel and good location
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2022
Great hotel!
Kat
Kat, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2022
one of my favorite places to stay in mammoth!
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2023
Nice modern hotel with friendly staff.
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2022
Our new favorite place to stay for sure!
Christina
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2023
Nice property, we will stay there again.
Jon
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2023
Very nice place to stay we will definitely be back. Good deal for a really nice room.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2023
Good Hotel, it was a good stay
Hugo
Hugo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2022
Hotel was clean and a lot better than expected. Great stay
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2022
We enjoyed staying here! The pool and Jacuzzi were a perfect option!
Maximo
Maximo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2022
We enjoyed this hotel so much we stayed here again on our way back through Mammoth Lakes.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2023
Very good for families…Pool area very nice my kids enjoyed employees very friendly and communicative we would stay again
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2023
Stay was great it is in a convenient location to use the Mammoth bus system. We enjoyed the jacuzzi, pool, and breakfast.
Lars
Lars, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2022
Clean rooms, helpful staff, reasonable rates
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 15, 2022
Good hotel in a reasonable price
DANIEL
DANIEL, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2022
This hotel is in a great location. It is clean the rooms are real nice. I would stay here again.
April
April, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2023
Nice location
julio
julio, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2023
I like the cleanliness of the room and friendly staff.
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 1, 2023
Very convenient to access all Mammoth has to offer. We would stay there again.
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2022
Very clean and Quite Hotel
Tonya
Tonya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2023
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.
Domenica
Domenica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2022
Beautiful property conveniently located.
Ralph
Ralph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2023
Nice stay!
Perfect little spot near mammoth mountain. Rooms were very nice and there was free coffee
Josiah
Josiah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2022
The property was in great shape. I would definitely stay here again.