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Bristlecone Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a quick walk to White Pine Public Museum

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor)
Exterior
Property grounds
Point of interest
Building design
Discover a home away from home at Bristlecone Motel, where comfort and value shine. Unwind in the garden or let kids burn off energy on the playground while you stay connected with free WiFi. The helpful staff has made lasting impressions on past guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pet Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor)

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 376 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mini Suite with 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
700 AVENUE I, Ely, NV, 89301

What's nearby

  • Copper Queen Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nevada Northern National Railway Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bristlecone Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Jail House Casino - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ely Renaissance Village - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shooters Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beans & Brews Coffeehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rolberto’s Mexican Food - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Bristlecone Motel

Motel near White Pine Public Museum
Located close to Nevada Northern National Railway Museum and Bristlecone Convention Center, Bristlecone Motel provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Bristlecone Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Private yards, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Bristlecone Motel Ely
Bristlecone Ely
Bristlecone Motel Ely
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Bristlecone Motel Motel Ely

Frequently asked questions

Is Bristlecone Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Bristlecone Motel?

As of Aug 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bristlecone Motel on Aug 31, 2025 start from CA $116.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Bristlecone Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bristlecone Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Bristlecone Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Bristlecone Motel located?

Situated in Ely, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of White Pine Public Museum, Nevada Northern National Railway Museum, and Bristlecone Convention Center. Ely Renaissance Village and Garnet Hill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Bristlecone Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 997 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was attentive at check in and addressed my needs in a timely manner
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erica was amazing and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very clean for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel. Clean rooms and friendly staff. Breakfast was minimal, but sufficient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities
Clean neat and roomy! Check in was a breeze and you are centrally located. Small town with lots to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Erzatz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stop for a clean bed, hot shower and needed amenities (fridge, ice) on a long road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Clean, easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are perfect for the price, staff is very helpful and nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds/pillows, A/C & shower water pressure good, clean room at Bristlecone Inn in Ely! Not much food option, no decaff coffee or milk cartons.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. We liked the beds, very comfortable. The highway noise was a little loud but not too bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint motel. They took care of our
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price, easy check in, overall, great place while on the road!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok,not real clean, tv was a mess, had to get the manager down to turn it on was a rough one the whole stay. Breakfast was about a joke, corn flakes or oatmeal, and burnt coffee. Staff was fine and good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Judy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast had rotting fruit, tastless coffee and nothing nutritious (maybe cheerios) Tangled up hose in front of my room door , dirty outline of what once may have been a door mat, dead plants all over grounds. Hope the owners are OK?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow the front desk lady was so polite and professional!! Above and beyond to ensure my stay was Exceptional!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is basic but very clean. Has microwave in room. Breakfast was ok as an additional add on. Property owner is making an attempt to give the outside a facelift. Very nice property for the money. I will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The only problem we had is they say, on Expedia, that there is a laundry but there is NOT! That's the main reason we picked it. If we had known it didn't have one we would have chosen a different place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tv did not work and the bed was super hard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, staff friendly and helpful. Very quaint and unique. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025