[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Manzanar National Historic Site ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/16e6d844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/102e7e1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/3b12442e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/5aeddaca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Suite | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/b9485193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Manzanar National Historic Site, Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp provides a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 22 - Oct. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 23 - Oct. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Exclusive Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/92c26fa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/85f9744d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/102e7e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Deck/patio Yard Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed ![Deluxe Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/69ef9bf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite ### Highlights Separate dining area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/e877e68a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hair dryer Private bathroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![City Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/734cc29e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### City Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Microwave - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Independence travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Independence.dx6303195) [View more Motels in Independence](https://www.expedia.ca/Independence-Motels.d6303195-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.79832%2C-118.19733&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Nw0Rh5YuZdkW_XhA27LAxgZniqI=) 515 S Edwards St, Independence, CA, 93526 ### What's nearby - Eastern California Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Dehy Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Manzanar National Historic Site - 7 min drive - 10.5 km - Onion Valley Trailhead - 27 min drive - 21.9 km - Alabama Hills - 29 min drive - 36.3 km ### Restaurants - ‪Cowboy Coffee - ‬5 min walk - ‪SUBWAY - ‬7 min walk - ‪Glenn’s Taqueria - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tacos Jalisco - ‬2 min walk - ‪Port of Subs - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel near Manzanar National Historic Site Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this motel include: - Free self parking - Express check-out, express check-in, and gas grills - Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with tubs or showers - 19-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Microwaves, electric kettles, and heating ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7020000/7011400/7011362/3edffd85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Independence Courthouse Motel Independence - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 9.4 Exceptional 31 reviews CA $115 CA $142 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=7011362&PinnedHotelID=7011362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102560000/102550900/102550823/6aef7767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eastern Sierra Motor lodge Independence - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Microwave 8.0 Very good 63 reviews CA $124 CA $138 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=102550823&PinnedHotelID=102550823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12260000/12253100/12253044/45413cd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Winnedumah Hotel Independence - Parking included - Free WiFi 7.8 Good 415 reviews CA $175 CA $196 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=12253044&PinnedHotelID=12253044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site ### Family friendly - In-room microwave ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Limited-hour front desk ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - In the mountains - Outdoor furniture - 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. - Hardwood flooring in room - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 19-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Microwave ### More - Air conditioning - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Mt Williamson And Basecamp Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Independence Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp Motel Independence ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp? > As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp on Nov 7, 2025 start from CA $234.71, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Independence-Hotels-Mt-Williamson-Motel-And-Basecamp.h99616919.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp located? > Situated in the mountains, this motel is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Manzanar National Historic Site. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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