Bristlecone Motel, near Keough's Hot Springs, offers a tranquil retreat with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, ATM banking services nearby and helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Bishop Country Club Golf Course - 19 min drive - 28.2 km
Little Lakes Valley Trail - 23 min drive - 31.0 km
Bishop City Park - 24 min drive - 32.5 km
Paiute Palace Casino - 26 min drive - 33.6 km
Getting around
Bishop, CA (BIH-Eastern Sierra Regional) - 24 min drive
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 83.6 miles/134.5 km
Restaurants
Copper Top BBQ - 5 min walk
Brewed Awakening - 1 min walk
Hugo’s Bbq - 2 min walk
subway - 4 min walk
Dick's Smoke Wagon - 2 min walk
About this property
Bristlecone Motel
When visiting Big Pine, Bristlecone Motel is a great choice to consider. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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 May. 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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Hot springs nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
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Daily housekeeping
Local maps
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Bristlecone Motel Big Pine
Bristlecone Big Pine
Bristlecone Motel Motel
Bristlecone Motel Big Pine
Bristlecone Motel Motel Big Pine
Frequently asked questions
Does Bristlecone Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bristlecone Motel 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.
Are pets allowed at Bristlecone Motel?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Bristlecone Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bristlecone Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Bristlecone Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Paiute Palace Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bristlecone Motel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, casino gaming, and hunting. Bristlecone Motel also has a picnic area.
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Bristlecone Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Pet access was free and the property was very pet accommodating. (4 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible right outside the room. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
Nice little motel, easy check in and check out, friendly employees
Zesen
Zesen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Clean and Comfy
Excellent value for money. Clean, comfortable, and very conveniently located!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Quite and restful
The bed was very comfortable! It was quiet and restful.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2025
Easy check-in & check-out. Staff was friendly & accommodating. Easy decision to book again when my travels take me through here.
William
William, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Older place, but wonderfully quiet, everyone on staff nice, and the place was very clean!
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Great stay! Such a cool little stay to extend our trip.
Justin
Justin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Cute old school rural motel
What a cool little spot to stay! We picked them because it looked like a nice quiet place to get away for a night. Staff at check in was helpful and polite, even pointed out a nice coffee shop for the morning. No dedicated lobby and the website was a little out of date but overall great older place to bunk near lots of cool old school charm. We will definitely be back
Ashton
Ashton, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
It's a nice place to layover. Room was quite good for the price.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Convenient and comfortable
We stayed one night on the way to L.A. from the north. Our unit was like a little apartment, with a bed in the "living room" and one in the bedroom. It was very pleasant and right next door to a gas station and a country market. The unit had a kitchen too! I think The Bristlecone Motel is designed for people who are staying longer than we are, but it worked for us as well.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Nice old style motel. Clean and modern. The streaming on the wifi tv could have worked better, but all in all, we would stay there again.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
They Welcome Pets
Clean and comfortable. Convenient location for a small town. Just a little jaunt down the road from Mammoth. Would definitely stay again.
Norma
Norma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
great stay great views
The stay was great. The room was basic and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Would stay again when in the area.
Norma
Norma, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
One night stay on our way to Los Angeles. Friendly staff, remodeled room. Pillows were too thin. Besides that, everything was great!
Edna
Edna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2025
I really like this little place. Would definitely stay there again.
Kudura
Kudura, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 27, 2025
Front desk (gas station) was a little rushed and curt, check in and check out was a little odd. Overall decent room, and value. Would stay again in a pinch.
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2025
Nice One-Night Stay
I thought checking in at the Chevron next door was a little strange, but the process was quick and the staff was friendly and helpful with my questions. Being unfamiliar with the area, he was helpful in suggesting to me hiking trails and a good local place to eat. The room was clean and comfortable and quiet for the one night I was there. Found a beautiful hike just a short drive away.
The only negative was having to take the ice bucket to the Chevron to get ice from the soda fountain.
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2025
Quiet and convenient.
One night stay on on work related trip. Room was clean, and what I expected to find in a small, local, high dessert town. Not luxurious but old school charm with modern amenities, surprised how quiet it was especially on main HWY. (395). Could not beat the price, and everything in town is within walking distance. Would definitely stay here again
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 19, 2025
Liked the quietness. Staff has zero customer service skills.
hugo
hugo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Wonderful
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Great little stay
We had a clean large space with easy access to everything in town.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Would stay here again.
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 23, 2025
My room was given to someone else but luckily they had vacant rooms. The worst thing was that I was woken up in the middle of the night due to TV turning on on its own. It happened 2 times until i eventually unplugged it from the power source. No sleep at night for $120
constantine
constantine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 18, 2025
Get what you expect.
Room was clean and had the expected amenities. Check in was quick (in the gas station market) and check out online was fast.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 17, 2025
It's an average old motel in a small town. Completely adequate. What does one expect?
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Great Service
Great service at checking and checkout. Room was clean and location was perfect for our family trip.