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Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

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

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The Empeiria High Sierra Hotel offers a perfect mountain escape with an indoor pool and spa tub. Start your day with breakfast at The Resting Nomad or grab snacks from the vending machine. Attentive staff, free newspapers, and lobby tea/coffee enhance the relaxing atmosphere.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard king on second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard king on top floor

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard two queen on the first or second floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Two queen larger room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Two queen larger room, top floor, partial mountain view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Standard two queen on top floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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ADA king room. larger room

ADA king room. larger room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

ADA king room with roll in shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

ADA king room with tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King room with bunk bed-larger room-top floor-shower only

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King suite-separate living area-shower only-partial mountain view-larger room

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom king suite with full kitchen

2 Bedroom king suite with full kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
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About the area

Map
Mammoth Lakes, CA

What's nearby

  • Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Village Gondola Station - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sierra Star Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Eagle Express Ski Lift - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Looney Bean - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Noodle-Ly - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Black Velvet Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel

Hotel near Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort
Take advantage of an airport shuttle, laundry facilities and a gym at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Skadi Restaurant, serves dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, a gift shop and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in reception and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and baths or showers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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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 transport

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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

Family friendly

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

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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

Does Empeiria High Sierra Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Empeiria High Sierra Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Empeiria High Sierra Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Empeiria High Sierra Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Mammoth Lakes, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Mammoth Hospital and Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Village Gondola Station and Edison Theater are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Empeiria High Sierra Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
one of my favorite places to stay in mammoth!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, we will stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and a lot better than expected. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed this hotel so much we stayed here again on our way back through Mammoth Lakes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

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

8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Domenica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is clean and pleasant and the staff are professional and helpful. Definitely looking forward to stay here again next time we visit Mammoth.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in great shape. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Josiah

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

Nice stay!

Perfect little spot near mammoth mountain. Rooms were very nice and there was free coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to lakes in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Favorite place to stay in Mammoth

Great place to stay my favorite place to stay in Mammoth. Rooms a clean. Staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable Stay. Convenient location. Easy carport parking. Friendly staff. Clean pool & jacuzzi.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Very modern. Very warm jacuzzi. Fresh cookies. Very good location

8/10 Good

Shaune

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good size room with 2Queen sized beds remodeled baths and floors. Friendly, helpful staff. Maybe offer free coffee and continental breakfast?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Maria Theresa

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

8/10 Good

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Saty

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

Very nice

Comfortable, clean pillows to hard, friendly staff. Nice accommodations, stretch in the morning has work out room and yoga, laundry, really nice indoor pool and spa perfect for a blizzard day. Would’ve been nice to have a continental breakfast but does have fridge and microwave so was able to bring some food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Clean and comfortable and good price

Everything was excellent. Staff was great. I appreciated non-smoking room and rate use or no use of some rooms by pets. I love animals, but I have allergies.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough parking. We were worried the whole time if we went to dinner would we have parking when we got back. Would make us reconsider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
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

10/10 Excellent

Vinod

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