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Independence Courthouse Motel

2.0 star property
Escape to the mountains where adventure awaits. Fuel up with WiFi to plan your next hike or bike ride.

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Tucked away in the mountains, Independence Courthouse Motel is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking and biking on-site or unwind with barbecue grills and free self parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A room with two beds, a wooden desk, and a door marked with the number 20.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a floral bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Economy Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a television, and a desk with chairs.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Independence, Independence Courthouse Motel is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Owens Lake and Mount Whitney Trailhead. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including hot springs. Visit our Independence travel guide
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157 N Edwards Street, Independence, CA, 93526

What's nearby

  • A snow-covered landscape with a wooden building and a large wooden wagon wheel.
    Eastern California Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.
    Alabama Hills
    34 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • A desert landscape with a reflective salt flat and a mountain range in the background.
    Owens Lake
    49 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Dehy Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mount Whitney Trailhead
    43 min drive - 32.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Cowboy Coffee
    6 min walk
  • The Lemon Food Truck
    6 min walk
  • SUBWAY
    3 min walk
  • Still Life Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Glenn’s Taqueria
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hunting
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Independence Courthouse Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Independence Courthouse Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Independence Courthouse Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Independence Courthouse Motel located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Owens Lake and 27.7 mi (44.6 km) from Mount Whitney Trailhead.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Independence Courthouse Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to clean up and rest after hiking the JMT.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was super cute, clean, and perfect for a budget traveler exploring the Eastern Sierras and Death Valley. Will recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, super helpful, and the room had exactly what you would want and hope for!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Razvan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great experience - clean and staff proffessional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very fresh
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff- loud highway noise and thin walls between rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is cute and the beds very comfortable, but what really stood out was the graciousness and kindness of the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amicable staff, reasonable price, and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts. Very helpful. Room was nice, but shower needed help.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was lovely. The room was sufficient for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This family and their cute motel are so great. A bit of comfort before or after a trip into the Sierras.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and very friendly owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owner. Clean, quiet room with all the amenities we needed. Loved that it was a throwback motel to where you can park just a few feet away from your room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proprietor very gracious. My dog was welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

LYNDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

sweet and old school

Such a comfy stop on a long drive wish i could've hung out more
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and Quiet. The manager was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted warmly by the proprietor. The motel is a set piece for a quieter time. Rooms are small, but very well kempt. I'm a frequent traveler along 395, this place is going to be my go-to property when I'm traveling along the Owens Valley
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rachel Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026