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4.2 out of 5

"First time staying there and we will be back. The ladies at the front desk both night shift and day shift were great. I appreciate they allowing be t ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 26 Feb 2022

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Hotel Description

Mammoth Lakes guestrooms with free WiFi

In Mammoth Lakes

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

Dining, fitness center

This hotel features an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a restaurant. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the gym and perks like free self parking.

ADA king room. larger room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard two queen on top floor

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

ADA king room with tub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

ADA king room with roll in shower

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel ratings based on 10 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

Everyone (4) Couples (2) Family (5)
4 out of 5
Nice

Posted by on Apr 2, 2023

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Apr 3, 2023 by Sales Manager

Dear Andres,Thank you for your recent stay at the Empeiria High Sierra Hotel and for posting such a generous review of our hotel and staff. It is a pleasure to know we met all of your expectations! We enjoyed having you as our guest, and we hope to see you again on your next trip to our area. Thank you,Emily CooleySales Manager

4 out of 5

Posted by on Jan 4, 2023

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Nov 6, 2023 by Sales Manager

Dear Jung, Thank you for the wonderful review. We are thrilled we met your expectations for a fantastic stay at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel. We hope to have the pleasure of doing so again on your next visit to the area.Thank you,Emily CooleySales Manager

5 out of 5
First time staying there and we will be back. The ladies at the front desk both night shift and day shift were great. I appreciate they allowing be to have a late check out.

Posted by , from Fontana on Feb 26, 2022

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Feb 27, 2022 by Sales Manager

Grace, thank you for choosing Empeiria High Sierra Hotel for your recent stay. We are delighted you loved the late check-out facility provided as well as the service by our front desk associates. Our team members are our best asset as they continually strive to create a welcoming and accommodating experience for all of our guests. We are grateful to you for acknowledging their efforts. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

4 out of 5

Posted by on May 31, 2021

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Jun 12, 2021 by Sales Manager

Thank you for your nice rating and for letting us know that your stay at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel was a great one. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Thank you, Emily Cooley Sales Manager

5 out of 5
Great hotel

Posted by on May 25, 2021

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May 28, 2021 by Sales Manager

It was a pleasure having you as our guest at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel. We strive to deliver an exceptional experience to each of our guests in all areas of our hotel and your feedback tells us we are meeting our goals. Thank you for taking the time to share your perfect rating. We look forward to hosting you again soon. Thank you, Emily Cooley Sales Manager

4 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 29, 2020

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Nov 30, 2020 by Sales Manager

Thank you for being our guest at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel. We always want to provide our guests with a comfortable stay, and a rating like yours serves as encouragement to all of us. It was our pleasure accommodating you, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

5 out of 5
I really liked the cleanliness and friendly staff. Parking is good and it’s close to everything. The Breakfast area is small so go early have a lil patience with the seating arrangement.

Posted by on Dec 25, 2019

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Dec 26, 2019 by Sales Manager

Thank you for your recent stay at the Best Western Premier High Sierra Hotel and for posting such a generous review of our hotel and staff. It is a pleasure to know we met all of your expectations! We are also happy you loved our convenient location and parking facility. We appreciate your feedback, and we hope to see you again on your next trip to our area. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

2 out of 5
It was difficult to locate initially. Not easily seen from the road. The AC did not work initially, the sink leaked, the deadbolt on the door did not work the first night and the phone did not work in the room.

Posted by on Aug 17, 2019

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Aug 18, 2019 by Sales Manager

Thank you for choosing our hotel. We are genuinely sorry for the difficulties you encountered navigating our hotel and for the maintenance issues you had in your room. We will share your feedback with the appropriate individuals to ensure necessary improvements are made. We value your business and hope you will consider giving us another chance so we can provide you with the hospitality you deserve. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 7, 2019

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Aug 8, 2019 by Sales Manager

Thank you for your fabulous rating, and for letting us know your stay at Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel was exceptional. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

4 out of 5
The bath facilities & towels were very clean & updated. The bed was comfortable.

Posted by on Jun 11, 2019

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Jun 12, 2019 by Sales Manager

Thank you for staying at the Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel. We are delighted to read how much you liked your in-room amenities and that you slept well on our comfortable beds. We appreciate your kind review and hope you will be back to see us again soon. Thank you, Emily Cooley, Sales Manager

About the Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

Location 3228 Main Street, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a spa 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access , Internet access (complimentary)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. 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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower
  • Long distance calls (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (heating)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

The Resting Nomad - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Ski lessons available nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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 available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 6:00 AM

Special check-in instructions:

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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.

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

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

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, 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.

  • One child stays free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Car recommended
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 5
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Debit cards

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.