5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
It’s a great location to stay if your touring Death Valley and need an overnight location coming from Panamint Springs and staying overnight them dropping in the north end by Big Pine to go see Eureka Dunes.
Independence, CA
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Independence Courthouse Motel
157 N Edwards Street Independence CA
The price is ₩141,101 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩141,101
₩173,839 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
No heat. are you for real??? manager claimed space heater would be ok. it was not. manager claimed heater just broke. weird, why is there a 20 year old space heater in the room then? will be contacting credit card company for charge back. avoid this place at all costs. overnight low temperature dipped ...
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Eastern Sierra Motor lodge
440 S Edwards St Independence CA
The price is ₩125,580 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
₩125,580
₩140,650 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Independence. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
Clean room. Easy on line information on access. GREAT snacks!! Quaint place. Thank you.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp
515 S Edwards St Independence CA
Fully refundable
The price is ₩184,713 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
₩184,713
₩206,879 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine
110 N Main St Big Pine CA
Stay at this aparthotel in Big Pine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Manzanar National Historic Site
Find out about the history of Independence with a stop at Manzanar National Historic Site. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.
Eastern California Museum
You can study the exhibits at Eastern California Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Independence. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Onion Valley Trailhead
You can take time to visit Onion Valley Trailhead during your travels to Independence. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Reviews of Independence
3.8
Guest rating
4/5 - Good
Jeff
High Sierra trailheads. A nice old fashioned drive in.
3/5 - Okay
John
Needs to be revitalized Lone Pine is taking over
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Not really a destination on its own, but fine when you're driving through to somewhere else.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
N/A
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The French Restaurant - the Still Cafe was a really pleasant surprise and food was excellent. I would recommend even if you are just traveling through the area.
