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Independence Courthouse Motel

Lone Pine - CA · United States

157 N Edwards StreetView location

9.2/10Excellent102 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition8.6/108.6
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About Independence Courthouse Motel

With a stay at Independence Courthouse Motel in Independence, you'll be 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Owens Lake and 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Mount Whitney Trailhead. This motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sierra Nevada Conservancy and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Eastern California Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A damage deposit of USD 300.00 will be collected before check-in.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Hindi

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Sierra Nevada Conservancy 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Eastern California Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Dehy Park 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Manzanar National Historic Site 9.7 km / 6 mi
Onion Valley Trailhead 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
Southern Inyo Healthcare District 26 km / 16.1 mi
Museum of Western Film History 26.2 km / 16.3 mi
Eastern Sierra InterAgency Visitor Center 28.7 km / 17.8 mi
Mt. Whitney Golf Club 28.9 km / 18 mi
Diaz Lake Recreation Area 30.9 km / 19.2 mi
Alabama Hills 31.7 km / 19.7 mi
Mobius Arch 32.6 km / 20.2 mi
Owens Lake 44.6 km / 27.7 mi
Mount Whitney Trailhead 44.6 km / 27.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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Room types

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    Independence Courthouse Motel

    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Independence Courthouse Motel

    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDSDOUBLE • TWO DOUBLE BEDSDBL.2D

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    Independence Courthouse Motel

    DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.2D

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Independence Courthouse Motel

9.2
Excellent
102 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
50 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
28 Jul 2026
Jason
A
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2026
daniel
Owners are on site ,and very friendly and helpful. I stayed two nights.I appreciated the super clean room,and the new bedding .The bath room was clean,the shower had good water pressure and hot water.T.V. was large flat screen, wall mounted, which was nice.A/C was great and kept my room comfortable. I will stay here again, when in town to go hiking in the nearby mountain trails.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2026
Amanda
This place was perfect! SO CLEAN and the air conditioner was amazing, it was very hot outside, and the unit kept up perfectly. The owners are the nicest people ever, they waited so late for us to come in and made sure that we were comfortable. I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Don’t let the photos online scare you off, this place is precious, and even as two girls traveling alone, we felt very safe here.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2026
Timothy
Enjoyed the quiet, coziness of my room. Staff was superb.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2026
Cristina
Front office was accommodating when we let them know we'd be arriving late in the evening. Clean, basic rooms. Easy parking. Would come back here and stay again!
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Thomas
Perfect place to clean up and rest after hiking the JMT.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Rupert
Motel was super cute, clean, and perfect for a budget traveler exploring the Eastern Sierras and Death Valley. Will recommend!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Sean
Excellent stay. Host - owner is so nice and welcoming. Definitely recommend staying
Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jun 2026
Christopher
Very nice gentleman checked us in. I believe he is the owner at least he told me his wife could say he was. Cute little place and reminded me of the places I stayed when I was a kid with my parents. Will stay there again if I travel thru this area. More bathroom products than the major lodging places have. Just a quaint small motel that’s a reminded of how simple things were in the past
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Matthew
A basic motel with the basic necessities needed for a one night stay that were all in working order. However, the highlight that stands out was the warm hospitality and friendliness of the owners that greeted me when I checked in. I was provided with a cold bottle of water and snacks and fruit after a long drive from LA. She even made sure my room was in good condition before handing me the key! To me, that shows the good character of the owners and the cleanliness of the property and the rooms reflect that as well! When I’m back in the area for more hiking, I’ll be seeking my stays here from now on!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Anthony
Motel was ok, but no ice machine. No restaurants besides food trucks in town. Closest food or market was in Lone Pine.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jun 2026
Whitney
The staff Not really helpful.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Adam
The host, Gita, was helpful, friendly and very welcoming. The room was great for the price. Would gladly stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Brian
Very friendly staff, super helpful, and the room had exactly what you would want and hope for!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Razvan
We felt welcomed, the bed was good, room was quiet, AC was quiet. They offered us fruits as a welcome gift. It is a family business. Very nice people. We’ll certainly stay there again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
meagan
Don’t judge this place by the outside- this little motel ended up being exactly what I needed after an intense hike. The room is small, as expected, but perfect for a solo traveler or couple looking for a clean, comfortable place to shower, cool off, and rest. The AC absolutely cranks, which was heaven after being out in the heat all day.

The owners have added so many thoughtful touches: toothbrushes, single-use toothpaste, makeup remover wipes, bath gels, plus a mini fridge and microwave in the room. When I checked in, I was greeted with bottled water, fruit, and cookies, such a kind welcome after a long day.

There are also cute patios with hanging lights where you can sit and eat takeout, and there’s even a homemade ice cream shop right next door with a really vibey outdoor patio.

One of the owners mentioned a nearby trail just behind the motel, and I’m so glad I listened. I ended up walking through the beautiful Mary DeDecker native plant garden alongside a babbling creek with little bridges and an incredible sunset view over the mountain ridge. It turned into one of the highlights of my trip.

This place may not look like much from the outside, but it has heart, kindness, and everything you actually need for a peaceful stay.
Self
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2026
Susan
Lovely staff- loud highway noise and thin walls between rooms
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Katharine
The staff was very fresh
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2026
Daniel
Wonderful hosts. Very helpful. Room was nice, but shower needed help.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Douglas
Great experience - clean and staff proffessional.
2/10
Poor
21 Feb 2026
brian
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 into the 20s. inside room temp was maybe in the 40s. FRAUD
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2026
Jo Ann
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. There were many amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Marion
Quaint motel at a very reasonable price- great for hikers looking to resupply and take an off day. The couple that runs the place are very friendly and go out of their way to make sure their guests are comfortable. We will be back!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Julie
Great customer service clean room
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
Melissa
Excellent accommodations and spotless clean rooms!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2026
Sara
Great hospitality from owner at checkin
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2026
Rachel
I love the older motels that are clean and quiet. The owners were very nice and accommodating. We will stay there again when we travel to see our family.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Richard
The hotel is cute and the beds very comfortable, but what really stood out was the graciousness and kindness of the owners.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Nov 2025
David
This is a perfect, simple motel room. It's clean, comfortable and affordable. Above all else, the owner is very nice and very responsive! Great, easy stop when traveling through 395 or stopping at Mt. Whitney.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2025
Erica L.
The owner was lovely. The room was sufficient for our needs.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Leonard
Parking was good, ac was great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2025
Karla
The lady who runs it and works the desk is very sweet. A+ customer service. The shower knob did not stay on and the building is on the older side, but it was clean and the customer service made it delightful.
Business
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2025
LYNDA
The owner greeted us and was a really nice lady. The family room was exactly as described with 3 comfortable beds. It also had a small fridge and dining table. There is a small bench outside the door to enjoy the weather and air. This is a great central option to Lone Pine and Bishop.
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2025
Francisca

I’ll be back

Very clean, location convenient and very friendly.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2025
Yingying
Very good
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Joline
Parking was excellent right in front of our room. Staff was excellent very friendly and informative. She even came to her room to make sure everything was fine before we checked in and showed us around where everything was at in town
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Gordon
OK older motel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2025
Scott
In booking this room I didn't expect much but was very pleasantly surprised. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I had an issue with my car that they helped me figure out. The grounds, though small, are clearly well cared for. I highly recommend.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Scott
Proprietor very gracious. My dog was welcome.
Leisure Pet
6/10
Pleasant
12 Sep 2025
Rachel Naomi
We needed a Pet Friendly Motel on the way to Indio for a good price and this Motel had good reviews from other guests. Most people were leaving Excellent reviews for the Owner/Property Manager and cleanliness and those areas did not disappoint. The woman who checked us in was friendly and gave us cold water and snacks, and was kind to our dog. The room was clean, but on the end next to the Highway. Perhaps people traveling with dogs get Room 15, where the carpet has stains and the chairs were a little uncomfortable.
My main complaint is that whenever the people next door ran their water there was a high pitched squeal that lasted for about 5 min. In the middle of the night its like a smoke alarm going off. And there’s an abandoned building directly in front of the Motel, which no one mentions.
If you choose to stay here, don’t go to Room 15, and know that the Valero Station a block away has decent coffee.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Jorge
Amicable staff, reasonable price, and great location.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Lala
IT WAS NICE AND CLEAN AND GOOD
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2025
Jason
This family and their cute motel are so great. A bit of comfort before or after a trip into the Sierras.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
Donna

Just Like Family

We were greeted like family upon arrival which is special after a long driving day. Geeta shared the brief story of how they turned this vintage motel into an extremely comfortable and updated room. Highly recommend this motel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
Micaela

Simple, low key, affordable and caring!

The most caring place I have ever stayed. They called us to check on our arrival and to let us know where to stop for dinner and breakfast the following morning. They went through the rooms and details, made sure that we didn’t have a pet this trip and gave us snacks. It was like staying with a caring family member! Simple, low key, affordable and caring!
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2025
LYNDA
The Courthouse Motel was a older
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
Gloria
Geeta was a wonderful host. She was kind and cared about our comfort. We took our dog and there are places to walk in the back of the property where it is safe and off the highway. The room was clean and had adequate space. There were lots of special touches, including the welcome basket. We will definitely come back again. Thank you, Geeta
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Jonathan
Great stay on my way to mammoth
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
04 Jul 2025
Colleen
Not much there in the town. Had to back track for restaurant s. But ok

Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2025
Henry
very nice classic motel court, friendlly hosts, new furniishings, HVAC being upgraded (half-finished). Only issue was too much carpet scent on rug: discussed with managment who took note and promised to inform housekeeping. Customer focused owners.
Leisure Partner

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Independence Courthouse Motel
157 N Edwards Street, Independence, United States

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