Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Mammoth Lakes with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Standard two queen on top floor | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Village Gondola Station
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Mammoth Mountain
  • Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

2 Bedroom king suite with full kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard king on top floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard two queen on the first or second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard king on second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

King, top floor, shower only, larger room with view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard two queen on top floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

ADA king room. larger room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two queen larger room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two queen larger room, top floor, partial mountain view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King room with bunk bed-larger room-top floor-shower only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

King suite-separate living area-shower only-partial mountain view-larger room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

ADA king room with roll in shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

ADA king room with tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Mammoth Lakes

Located in Downtown Mammoth Lakes, Empeiria High Sierra Hotel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Mammoth Hospital and Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. This 73-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Village Gondola Station - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sierra Star Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Eagle Express Ski Lift - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mammoth Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Old New York Deli & Bagel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Warming Hut - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Looney Bean - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

Hotel in Mammoth Lakes with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Empeiria High Sierra Hotel features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Skadi Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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 June. 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western High Sierra
Best Western High Sierra Hotel
Best Western Plus High Sierra
Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel
Best Western Plus High Sierra Hotel Mammoth Lakes
Best Western Plus High Sierra Mammoth Lakes
High Sierra Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Mammoth Lakes, close to Mammoth Mountain and Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort. You'll also find Village Gondola Station and Sierra Star Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Empeiria High Sierra Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and slippers as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Empeiria High Sierra Hotel serves breakfast for a surcharge at Skadi Restaurant.

Will Empeiria High Sierra Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel for a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

The closest major airport to Empeiria High Sierra Hotel is Mammoth Lakes, CA (MMH-Mammoth Yosemite), which is 7.8 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel.

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to access all Mammoth has to offer. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vinod

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remodeled to a modern look. Good Staff. Breakfast was fine (though have to pay). Lighting in the room was less, especially towards the farther side from door. Its probably old thin wall. Luckly our neighbors did not make much trouble. Quality of soaps could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the cleanliness of the room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel, it was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is one of the few hotels in Mammoth with A/C. The A/C is quiet, powerful and you set it yourself. We arrived during a heatwave, switched from an apartment in a 4* hotel with multiple problems, I was in a terrible mood hassled and covered in mosquito bites despite using spray. This hotel staff could not have been nicer. A load of hotels in Mammoth had construction after a brutal winter, this one too installing new windows, but we did not hear construction noise at this hotel at all! It is a very modern, sleek hotel, simple no fluff . Wifi- Apple phones no problem. Androids may have to reconnect near reception when reentering the hotel before going to room. Breakfast was good selection. I don't eat meat. Husband liked the sausages and bacon. Real OJ but not best quality. Shower head needs cleaning, not dirty, but not all jets open. Make sure house cleaning mops floor. Otherwise everything clean, good beds, fridge, microwave. Pool and hot tub empty. We are light sleepers, we could hear the vending machine noise outside our room. I would shift the machines away from the wall and sound proof it a bit. But I really like the range of vending machines, for snacks and essentials. We were in a larger than average room that actually worked better than the apartment for a couple. Overall, this hotel has great management, really nice staff. And best of all A/C!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay we will definitely be back. Good deal for a really nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The bed was really hard and therefore I didn’t get much sleep. The pillows were equally firm and uncomfortable. There was no table in the sitting area. No hand soap. The bottle was either empty or didn’t work. The lighted mirror blinked and flashed like it had a short in it. So, there was no light available to put on make up or brush our teeth. The toilet paper dispenser was really squeaky. It was loud and like nails on a chalkboard annoying. The breakfast was not included. It cost $12. It was cold and very basic. The cut up fruit was over ripe pineapple with very, and I mean very small pieces of cantaloupe with it. The orange juice tasted like water downed tang. And the milk tasted like powdered milk. You can get scrambled eggs, sausage, and pancakes with Hashbrowns and real orange juice at McDonald’s. At McDonald’s it will be hot and cost less. It was clean. Having a refrigerator and microwave was nice. If we would’ve had a table in the room, we would’ve been able to enjoy our food that we brought. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The checkout staff was equally pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylene

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

Perfect

Very functional and clean room with extra seating and new carpet and furniture. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful quiet couple of days at Mammoth. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👌
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Theresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room! Convenient parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The free breakfast is now a $12 per person rate. I didn't get a reduction on the rate I paid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Christopher, Folsom

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked the location of the property, it was close to the town center of Mammoth Lakes and it's only a few minutes drive from the hotel to the ski resort. What I didn't like was the price, I paid for 3 nights and this was one of the cheaper hotels in town. In any other town this hotel would cost a third of what I paid, yes it was clean but it was very old and out dated. The Empeiria High Sierra Hotel was equivalent to a Motel 6 or a highway stop Best Western, nothing special it was just clean, which is good I guess!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

weronika

Liked: Cleanliness

Awful staff at front desk.

Awful staff! Very rude and unfriendly, the hotel itself was clean and nicely updated, great rooms, but the staff it’s a whole different story…needless to say I won’t be back at this hotel, unless the management is new.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023