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.
Manzanar National Historic Site - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
Onion Valley Trailhead - 27 min drive - 21.5 km
Alabama Hills - 30 min drive - 37.0 km
Restaurants
Cowboy Coffee - 6 min walk
Tacos Jalisco - 6 min walk
SUBWAY - 2 min walk
Port of Subs - 2 min walk
Still Life Cafe - 2 min walk
About this property
Independence Courthouse Motel
Independence Courthouse Motel is a great choice for a stay in Independence. Free self-parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with on-site hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Mountain biking
Hot springs nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Picnic area
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 300.00 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: 10 per cent of room rate
Resort fee inclusions:
Internet access (may be limited)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Independence Courthouse
Frequently asked questions
Does Independence Courthouse Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Independence Courthouse Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Independence Courthouse Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Independence Courthouse Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Independence Courthouse Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Independence Courthouse Motel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes hunting. Independence Courthouse Motel also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Independence Courthouse Motel like?
Independence Courthouse Motel is a short 4-minute walk from Dehy Park and 4 minutes' walk from Eastern California Museum.
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Reviews
Independence Courthouse Motel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2025
sweet and old school
Such a comfy stop on a long drive wish i could've hung out more
katherine
katherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
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.
Donna
Donna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2025
Very comfortable and very friendly owner.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2025
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.
Leroy
Leroy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Aug 2025
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!
Micaela
Micaela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2025
Comfortable and Quiet. The manager was very kind.
Christy
Christy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Jul 2025
Not much there in the town. Had to back track for restaurant s. But ok
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2025
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
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sept 2025
Værtinden- en klasse for sig!
Vi havde en sen overnatning og havde behov for et sted at sove - inden vi skulle videre på farten.
Steder opfyldte alle vores behov.
(Man får I hvert fald hvad man betaler for)