Name: Amargosa Opera House
Address: Hr C 608 Death Valley Junction, Death Valley, 92328, US

2/10

Poor

02 Aug 2026

Michaelann

Worst hotel we’ve ever stayed at, water had black specks in it, the room was so hot and no way to get the ac to blow on you, we were just laying there sweating, no TV, no food or drinking water for 10 miles!! I absolutely do not know why there are so many good reviews cuz this place straight up sucked!!! this place wasn’t worth the price they charge it should be free!!! I thought i walked straight into a horror movie hoping to still be alive in the morning!!

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2026

Tim

Full marks to the dedication of operators and staff for keeping American history like this alive. Loved it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Katarina

This is a historical site and needs work. I went into it with those expectations and had a great time. Rooms are clean and AC works well. This place is a gem. Employees are wonderful and dedicated to the legacy. Loved it

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

william

I love the history of this property, and the tour by Rachel was amazing!

Self

2/10

Poor

01 Jul 2026

steven

We arrived on June 23 around 6pm- reception area was locked w/ no staff in sight, room keys were in envelopes in mailbox outside reception. We entered to find the hallway & rooms permeated with an extremely strong stench. The rooms contained VERY old & dilapidated furniture & carpeting , walls had not seen paint for a long time. The entire atmosphere was depressing unlike anything I have encountered anywhere else in traveling around the world. Had there been staff to welcome us might have lessened the shock of being faced with such unappealing conditions. The exterior of the very long building & grounds was in terrible condition; huge pieces of peeling paint, makeshift barricades restricting movement here & there in the driveway. The property really felt abandoned. We couldn't convince ourselves to stay in such a decrepit & inhospitable premises.
The photos which appear on the hotel's website dont at all reflect the current state of the place. The staff should at least receive people to ease the shock that guests are provided upon their arrival- that would be considerate hospitality.
I believe that Expedia must alert the public to the state of things at the Amargosa Hotel.
No amount of 'history' excuses nonexistent maintenance & careless attitude.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Jason

Will be visiting soon again. Enjoy our stay.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2026

Sean

Very old and run down, but sort of quaint at the same time. We almost left when we pulled up based on the look and age of the place, but it was fine and better than expected.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

06 Jun 2026

Nick

I had NO hot water even after running the water for 30 minutes. There was a sign in the bathroom explaining the pipes are old and it takes a while. Even after getting out of the shower

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2026

Vincent

This property is an amazing little gem, that you should visit, if a rustic property is not an issue.

This is an amazing location for a quiet reflection.

2/10

Poor

30 May 2026

Shelley

Where do I even begin. This was the worst and creepiest place I have ever stayed. The place is falling apart with cracked tile and chipping paint and crumbling plaster. The rooms are sparse with linens from decades ago, the shower barely trickled, there was a sign that said let it run for 15 minutes in order to get hot water.
We checked in after closing and were literally the only people there. It was so creepy I felt like I was in an old horror movie. We debated on leaving but were exhausted so we stayed and were glad to get out unscathed 😛
DO NOT STAY HERE

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2026

Scott

The history here is incredible. Really beautiful and isolated hotel about 35-45m drive from major spots in Death Valley. We took a tour of the Opera House and hotel with Tammy who was incredible. Really loved the look and feel of the hotel.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 May 2026

Jeanie

Having tvs in the rooms. Installing better locks on the room doors.
It’s an old building, so folks should know what you are going to.
We loved our experience here. Although we ended up being alone at the property. lol
The other guests must have gotten spooked around midnight.
I do believe the lady whom preserved this unique building was present with us that evening. We felt no bad or negative energy.
If I’m back through the area I will definitely stay again! 😊

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2026

lynn h

This motel is for an adaptable traveler who doesn’t mind staying in a place that has seen better days but is full of history. Don’t miss the tour of the opera house.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2026

Paula

I loved The Opera House Hotel. It is 100 years old, so facilities are very dated . It was clean and warm. 🤗The history and atmosphere are very nice. It is remote so it is good for the adventurous traveler .

Self

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Paul

This is a very fun boutique hotel. It is not fancy if that is what you are looking for but it has a great location and the people are very nice. It is said to be haunted so that makes it a little fun as well. It is our third time staying for our trips to Death Valley. Great location!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2026

Evelyn Page

About a month ago when I was visiting Death Valley, I tried to stay here and it was booked up. I was so bummed because I am a huge fan of the history of this place. Turns out they had a room available a few weeks later so I turned around and came all the way back just to stay here! I cannot tell you how special this place is.. you truly have to visit to see for yourself. I HIGHLY reccomend doing the tour to get the full experience. The staff is so knowledgeable and kind. Fun fact: part of David Lynch's Lost Highway was shot here! So cool! This place deserves its own documentary and youll be lucky to stay here.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Jay

Parking was right next to my room, which made loading and unloading easy. The staff were very courteous and went the extra mike to make sure I had everything I needed.

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Nagja Cyrus

Very helpful staff. Opera house full of history.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Ed

rustic but historic. spartan and definitely not for everyone. i loved it

Pet

2/10

Poor

18 Apr 2026

Steve

Terrible hotel. Should be condemned.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Kathy

clean room, comfortable bed, funky place to stay

Friends

2/10

Poor

10 Apr 2026

Mauricio

We booked this place based on some \"excellent\" reviews and \"good\" ratings.
Upon arrival we were shockingly surprised by the dilapidated state of the building and its surroundings, which rather fits the description of a ghost town in the middle of nowhere.
Reluctantly we stepped in the lobby to be received by a wave of stagnant air, as if no one had opened the door in a hundred years. Not to mention the adverse respiratory reaction this unhealthy atmosphere triggered on my travel partner.
The front desk lady was nice and sweet. Since we quickly realized that we were not going to spend a single night in such a filthy and dilapidated place, we thanked her for sharing some haunting stories about the place's famous guest, and left. Leaving behind a cloud of dust never to look back again...

We are aware that not all travelers are looking for the same kind of experience, but it is beyond my comprehension how a place that lacks some basic amenities and is in such a state of disrepair can be even listed as a lodging option.

Needless to say that our trust on Expedia as a travel advisor has been very disappointing by this experience to say the least.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Hanne Gunild

This is a very interesting quiet old hotel. The history here is amazing. Beds are very good.

2/10

Poor

09 Apr 2026

Candance

Parking was ez. If you turned on air, dust came out

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Apr 2026

Brandon

This is an historic hotel that hasn’t been updated throughout any point in history. This makes it quaint and cute. It does mean, however, that the rooms are old and historic too. Tile in the bathroom was falling apart, carpet was rough, we had to wipe lots of dirt off of the bed comforter. Just know going in, it’s old and needs lots of attention.

Staff is super friendly, great proximity to Death Valley National Park.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

jerel

Neat old place with a nice history. Especially for being over 100 years old!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Kimberly

The Opera House is not where you go if youre looking for in room massages. Its a historical building made of adobe with a unique back story that excuses its sometimes flaky exterior. You stay here for history. You stay here for the unique experience. The entrance to Death Valley is literally a block away, making this a hikers dream. The wild donkeys come to drink next to the back of the property in the morning. The staff are some of the friendliest around. The rooms have a bed and a hot shower, theres a microwave and a plethera of games, as well as a book nook. And an experience you cannot get at the soulless modern hotel. Make sure you take the tour if youve never heard of Miss Marta.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2026

Byron

AC worked fine. Very historic place. Pretty old. But room was ok.

6/10

Pleasant

28 Mar 2026

Sondra

The staff was very friendly and helpful, but the property was in extreme disrepair. I was afraid some crumbling plaster over our bed was going to fall on me during the night. There were few outlets. The concrete on the walkway to the room was crumbling and dangerous. I don’t know how this properly could pass an inspection. There were few amenities. On the plus side the air conditioning worked well.

Family

2/10

Poor

21 Mar 2026

Tim

Dilapidated building with every paint surface peeling. Hallway smelled like mold or maybe feces. The bathtub was full of dead flies when I arrived, and the floor was bending upwards at the edges. The air conditioning sounded like a jet engine and smelled like dust. Absolutely cannot recommend this place.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

21 Mar 2026

David

The photos online severely misrepresented the state of disrepair. Our room was not clean and the ceiling and walls were falling apart. More than just disappointing, I was embarrassed to have brought my partner there.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2026

Sarah

This place and its history is very cool! Being able to stay in a place with so much history, isn’t something you have the opportunity to do very often. With that being said, it is old and very quirky and definitely more on the lines of roughing it. If you can appreciate a cool piece of history and want to stay close to Death Valley it does the job…

Partner

4/10

Poor

10 Mar 2026

E. Lee

No TV, coffee pot or microwave in rooms, only at front lobby common area. Rooms clean, bed was good, plenty of hot water, some things like bathroom sink replaced, but over-all the building is very old and falling apart. Some photos shown are very out of date and misleading. If you just need a place to sleep and a shower, it's okay, and if you can get in on the Opera House tour, it is very interesting.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Albert

I enjoy my stay and the staff was very friendly and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Paul

Wonderful stay…Art, history, a tour of the poet

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2026

Ian

Old facility. Charming but shows its age. No road signage or lights at the entrance driveway leading to the hotel. (Opera House building is separate and road in front of it was blocked off.) Very hard to find the hotel at night if the hotel’s exterior lights are off. (I called for directions but the call was not answered. Desk manager had forgotten to turn the lights on and was away from desk for quite awhile giving tour of the Opera House.) I eventually found the entrance and when the check-in person finally arrived she was delightful. Interior pleasant with interesting memorabilia but dated. Plumbing is old and there are multiple notices to treat it carefully. Appreciated the communal fridge and microwave by the ice machine. Excellent tea bar. Best access to Death Valley, which makes it worth the inconveniences.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

05 Mar 2026

marc

I understand that this a \"historic\" motel... However, nothing was said when I made my reservation that I would have to let the water trickle for 15 minutes in order to have hot water in the shower...
As far as having hot water in the bathroom sink, that never happened...
The heater was not working properly and I had to request a space heater.
The room was very clean, however.
What was surprising in this hotel and in the room was the number of \"don't do\" signs and penalties you would incur if you didn't comply. I understand that this kind of signs are necessary, but there were so many of those that I was almost afraid to sleep in the bed!
Inside the motel in the hallway, there was a bucket collecting water from the leaking pipes on the ceiling...
The exterior of the hotel was very dusty. If they want us to run the shower for 15 minutes, then they sure do have enough water to spray with a hose the immediate outside grounds!
Parking was ample and safe.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2026

Natalia

Historical place, but it has all you need for comfortable stay in the area as a tourist, and among few that has a reliable WiFi

Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

Laura

Great staff. Be sure to take the tour! No food for 30 miles… be prepared.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2026

URSULA

Check-in was smooth, Sue was very friendly. The rooms are clean. The building is very old it's a Historical landmark.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2026

Edmund

With the building being around a hundred years old, you should set your expectations accordingly. We would call it rustic. Biggest down-side is the plumbing. We had to run the hot water between 30 minutes to get the water hot enough for a shower. The front desk person was very friendly though and seems quite passionate about the history of the place.

Partner

2/10

Poor

24 Feb 2026

Terri

I never checked in because the property was in such poor, dilapidated condition that it looked nothing like the photos online. It appeared run down and possibly even closed. This wasn’t a matter of a single issue—the entire listing was misleading.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2026

Edmund

Staff and explaining hotel and rules. History is amazing! A true gem where time has slowed down.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

James

This run-down hotel is bursting with love and pride, which more than accommodate for its many obvious shortcomings. I love it. The staff were stellar -- especially Tammy, at the front desk. This hotel is not for everyone, but, for the patron of a certain ilk, it is pure magic.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Jeffrey

Fun stay

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2026

Katherine

Excellent hosts, super friendly and welcoming. Historic property with original architecture and interesting features. Second time stay, will definitely be back!

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Henry

This history, the story and the people are what make this place so special.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Leanne

This may not be the place for the snobby, but if you have an open mind and love quirky this is a cool place. It's an old building and has had some trouble from Mother nature lately but it has a charm to it. It has some quirky plumbing tricks but once you have the hot water dialed in the shower feels great after several days of desert camping. It's quiet at night and the bed was comfortable. Next time I will make time for the tour which I hear is real interesting.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

Jared

Great staff. Warm welcome. Classicly old building, but warm, quiet and comfotable.

Leisure

4/10

Poor

13 Jan 2026

Paula and John

It is a cool historical place, but I don’t think it’s safe for guest to stay in the rooms.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jan 2026

Dustin

It’s historic, which means it’s old. Staff was nice, beds were clean, interesting history. Needs some serious updates and maintenance. Nothing much around it for food.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2026

Sandra

This was a convenient pick for us because other lodgings in Death Valley were busy during the holidays. We were nervous about other reviews that said the walls were thin, but we took a risk for two nights, especially because they are dog-friendly!
Pros: good location, super friendly staff, cozy vibes, our heat worked, our hot water was great even with a wait.
Cons: old towels that had thread falling apart, bed was a bit stiff, cold air came in through the space on the door
Neutral: communal space

Leisure Pet

6/10

Pleasant

30 Dec 2025

Jananee

The room plumbing was poor and ac was not working

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

27 Dec 2025

Anand Kumar

The bed was not clean and basic hygiene standards were not maintained. There were many hairs on the bed, which clearly indicates that the bed was not properly clean.

2/10

Poor

01 Dec 2025

JaJa

It makes me sad to say this because I love the idea of Amargosa, and we have stayed here before (6 years ago), but this place has deteriorated and should not be rented anymore. The plumbing does not work (water took an hour to heat up before we could shower, and my parents' toilet did not work). The staff knows about both issues, but were dismissive, just saying \"it's 100 years old\" and telling my parents they had to walk down the hall to use the restroom, which is unreasonable. The carpets were so dirty and smelled badly. This place needs a serious renovation, and if they can't do that, they need to close this place.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Nov 2025

russell

Good location. Very friendly and helpful staff.

The topography poses a problem as the ground water in the winter rises because the valley is far below, sea level. This creates a very muddy encounter in the middle of death Valley.

Glad the hotel was there, history very interesting. Beautiful setting.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2025

Charles

It’s a historic building on the National registry. When planning your visit you need to be aware of this. The building is over 100 years old, and subject to the extreme desert conditions. We found it charming. The room and bathroom was very clean, the bed was comfortable and the sheets were great. The only downside was that we arrived after a flooding and in the common area was a musty smell, but not in the room. The employees were very friendly and very informative! We were unable to take a tour of the opera house; however, my relatives had and recommended it, which we plan to do on our next trip there.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Nov 2025

Xenia

The place is exceptional, with an interesting history. Unfortunately the building is in very bad conditions, it gets flooded during heavy rains and it badly needs some basic maintenance works. We still liked our stay because of a kind welcome, very nice people at the reception and the unique history of the place (we took a guided tour to visit the theater). The twe queen room was spacious enough for a couple with two kids.
Besides, the position is very close to the Death Valley park. So we recommend it to those tourists who are not afraid of its run-down appereance.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Nov 2025

Sandra

This is a historic remote property 100 yrs old with rich history. It is a struggle to maintain and a rich benefactor would help. Unique murals painted on walls.Recent downpour rain caused flooding in and around area. It is an experience and cannot be judged like others. The staff on duty very helpful, polite, and knowledgeable.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Nov 2025

Aiping

It is a 100 years old building, shouldn’t expect much. Stuffs are very nice and helpful.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2025

Lili-Rose

Very cute and fun stay:) staff was very nice and room was clean. Cool spot.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2025

Sandra

Variety show was a hit. Loved it

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

10 Nov 2025

Courtney

Close to death valley. Quiet. Accommodating. Had to do a room swap because of no hot water in the shower

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2025

Dana

Tammy was wonderful!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2025

Michael

One of my favorite places to stay.

8/10

Excellent

08 Oct 2025

Brian

It’s important to know before you go that Death Valley Junction is essentially a ghost town. There are no stores, gas stations or restaurants in the immediate area. The hotel is a fascinating location and the story of Marta Becket is inspiring for artists. I have to grade the property on a curve: as an historic property it’s amazing. It is not, however, a modern hotel, so don’t expect much in the way of amenities. The building and the plumbing are over 100 years old, there are no phones or televisions in the rooms, and cell phone reception is nonexistent. The hotel does have WiFi, so you won’t be totally disconnected. I ultimately really enjoyed my stay, but it’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into. Also, ours was supposedly the most haunted room in the hotel, but alas we didn’t have any paranormal encounters.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

27 Sep 2025

Claire

The building is proud of its history. The staff lovely. Facilities very poor. Shared microwave and toaster in dirty area. Shared dirty fridge. Big ice machine. No washing up facilities. 15 mins wait for hot water...but is plentiful when it comes. Noisy air con. Bring all your own food and dishes as none available. Bed comfy. No tv in room. Wifi worked but slow at times. To be fair its the cheapest place to stay so on that basis I would return. Outside very dusty but is a desert!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Sep 2025

Huang

dont expect too much as it is just motel. However, it is not just a motel. It is a motel with long history. I believe the motel preserved its core architecture since then, and you can imagine the pioneers one hundred years ago stay at the same place, looking at the same sky as you.

The staff is great as well.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Jennifer

Great place to stay for exploring Death Valley and Ash Meadows. The staff are super friendly and accommodating, and the art and history are amazing.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

Joanna

Loved the history! I enjoyed the site vibes and the tour offered to learn more.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2025

Jose

it was a very cute hotel! very clean and great service! thank you!

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Aug 2025

Bailey

Amazing experience

Definitely stayed for the experience. Online pictures looked so cool and seeing it in person made it even better. There were a lot of review about it being run down and not being super updated. Literally the whole point of the experience is the culture of the building. My room and bathroom was very clean, loaded with supplies, the front desk staff was extremely friendly, and check-in/check/out was very smooth. It was only 30 minutes from Death Valley National Park and only an hour and 45 minutes from Las Vegas so it was super convenient! I absolutely loved this place for my solo trip and I will certainly be back again!!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2025

Raymond

Staff is professional, courteous, helpful, and informative about the area. The room very clean but is outdated and with some issues that are going to be expected for such an old hotel. It has its own personality and history which make it a great place to stay. This won’t be the type of place for people looking for all the amenities seen in a modern hotel but was a perfect place for me and my family.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2025

Sarah

Historical Death Valley

Lovely property and rich history; the tour gave such wonderful insight and details. Staff was helpful, passionate, and kind.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2025

Becky

clean/super basic/no tv,fridge,phone/adequate

The 100+ year old Amargosa Opera House & Hotel is one of a kind. If you're looking for a shower & clean room for a good night's sleep, then this place is great for just that! If you're looking for anything more, it's not a 5 star luxury spa & resort setting, & is not the place for you.

The front desk attendant, Connie, was super sweet & welcoming. She gave us info on the hotel & made sure everything was set for our one night stay. Thank you Connie!

The rooms are definitely older & have been preserved to reflect the original structures & decor as much as possible. Having said that, these things are important to be aware of before booking your stay:

-No TV, phone, fridge or microwave in the room.
-The mattresses are a little hard & not that comfy.
-There is Wi-Fi.
-The plumbing is original so they ask you to go sparingly on the use of tp & to not put anything else down the toilet & nothing down the drains. In addition, guests are asked to let the hot water trickle for about 15 minutes before use to warm up the terra cotta pipes.

These are not at all negative comments, just facts to be aware of ahead of time.

The setting is quiet & peaceful. The room was clean & comfortable. The A/C & Wi-Fi worked well & we had a good night's sleep.

*this property is known for being haunted (which we did not find out about until after we had checked out), & although it may appear spooky at night, we did not witness any unusual activity during our stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2025

Daniel

Uniquely fantastic!

A truly unique and fantastic stay. Limited amenities, but it does have a microwave and fridge for guest use, as well as more history and charm than one can imagine without experiencing it.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2025

Saverio

special place

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jun 2025

Abhijit

The property definitely felt like roughing it, like it hadn't been updated in decades. I know they are trying to maintain the character, but really I just wanted a place close to the park to save me driving time.. The after hours check in was a bit stressful ... they only let me know there was no attendant after hours the morning of, but since I was in Death Valley NP, I had no signal and did not see the message. So I arrived and was stressed b/c I didn't think I would be able to get into my room.
I also find it a little odd they don't let you fill up water bottles.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jun 2025

Edward

Whether or not you’ll like this hotel is based on one overriding question : can you tolerate an old, dingy property, and rooms in obvious disrepair, in the name of historical authenticity? I suspect people will either love or hate this place.

I loved it, my wife hated it! There you go…

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

26 May 2025

Elizabeth

The property is really rundown and the water smells funny, but it was close to Death Valley

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2025

Dianne

Staff and service was excellent

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2025

Davina

Unique historical property
Do not expect 5 stars but if you are interested in a historic stay this is for you
Don’t miss the free tour some mornings

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2025

martin

Odd, but charming. Wea Anderson fans will love it

Pity there are no marks for charm and singularity. This is just not your normal motel, nor is Amargosa hamlet,which is a photographer's. Staying there was a memorable experience for all sorts of good reasons. Boring and bland it is not.
Bed comfy, aircon works.
Shame windows don't open. Bring your own food, there's nothing around.
Good jumping off for DV and just up the road from Shoshone and its wonderful museum. Watch the stars way out in the desert.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2025

ryan

History

Rustic and historic. That’s what you’re booking. This place is in original condition and prides itself on it. There was a place in time where a facility such as this existed but has long disappeared because of technology and amenities. You are booking an experience not an amenity. This place is a destination within itself. Kudos for the owner’s belief that people will party for the experience. Rooms are clean, bed is clean but sparse. Again you’re there for the history. Don’t change a thing. Don’t you draw.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2025

Isabel

Historic building very old and without glamour, staff super friendly and helpful. Place is clean but pipes are old and shower clogged.

2/10

Poor

02 May 2025

Fernanda

Scary

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

01 May 2025

Eugene

The staff was very warm and helpful. Our room was clean, good beds, clean towels and bedding. No TV. Spotty internet, but I think that is due to remote location. Old plumbing (very old.) The desk was manned 8-8, but often unattended. No food there, no coffee available til staff arrives at 8. This is a place with a beloved history that the local fans keep alive. But the property was run down. The hall was especially dank, carpet bad. The tour of the Opera house is supposed to be very worthwhile, according to other guests, but we could not attend. The hotel is 30min from the Death Valley entrance.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

27 Apr 2025

Peg

No dining nearby. Old, run-down, peeling paint and loose plaster, sewage smell, room pictures were deceiving, shower was just a trickle with inconsistent hot water. Some electrical outlets looked incomplete. The bed was fine.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2025

Lou

This is a ghost town hotel in a real ghost town

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

Karen

This is an historical property trying to stay afloat. If you like an isolated, quiet, off-the-grid experience, this is for you. Tours of the Opera House twice a day were interesting. The dark night sky was a bonus!

2/10

Poor

19 Apr 2025

Karen

This property was poorly advertised. They advertised dining on site and WiFi. Neither were available or working. The property was disgusting, run down and so dirty that I wouldn’t even shower. The plumbing was so poor they have signs everywhere to be careful. The locks were very flimsy and not safe.

Leisure Pet

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2025

Sara

More neglect than charm

Stayed over after ending our day in Death Valley NP. The staff seem to do the best they possibly can with this aging property. The check in was friendly. The room was as clean as it could be. The place likely had a charming rundown vibe going for it in 1966, but it has reached a further state of decline that replaces the charm with something closer to neglect. The property has a little museum display across the street for something that happened in 2018 for a dancer. There are other plaques from 1988 marking the history. So it clearly was a pet project for some boomer(s). They either need to seriously invest in upgrading some part of the property so that the stucco walls don't cave and the tile in the bathrooms isn't coming up; or they need to say farewell and end it all.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2025

Brad

Awesome place so much history, staff was wonderful, facilities old but clean. The 2023 Hillary floods hit the whole area hard and they are still recovering.

Leisure Pet

2/10

Poor

11 Apr 2025

HyangJa

The room itself was clean enough, but there was a terrible smell in the hall way. Also, there was no staff in between 8pm to 8am next morning. Of course there was no morning coffee service until 8 am.
Considering that, the price is way too high.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2025

Frank

Older property but it was well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay. Close to Nevada Border so we were able to get gas much cheaper and The Long Street Casino had a good restaurant. The hotel was not too far from Death Valley National Park. It was perfect for us.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Mar 2025

Norma

Advertised internet. Did not work. Just very old and tired. Only hotel available in the area, so they could charge a lot but we got very little. If you’re desperate, the bed was great and the bedding was great.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

26 Mar 2025

Rosemary

The opera house is very interesting and nice to see but it needs updating badly. The room we stayed in had peeling paint on the ceiling and the shower had cracked tiles. It is very old and the hot water took forever to get to the shower. Then the faucet was broken so it dripped all night. The owner was very nice, though.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Mar 2025

Steve

Cudos for the owners for keeping it going. An historic and peaceful place in the desert.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

24 Mar 2025

Alexander

I only booked this place because it was the closest to Death Valley National Park. If you don't need to be close, I recommend Pahrump, NV.