Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mariposa County Courthouse - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Mariposa Museum and History Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Mariposa County Visitor Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Yosemite Ziplines and Adventure Ranch - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
1850 Restaurant - 9 min walk
Happy Burger Diner - 9 min walk
Miners Roadhouse 140 - 15 min walk
Pizza Factory - 3 min walk
Hideout Saloon - 4 min walk
About this property
Mother Lode Lodge
Motel near Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail
Located close to Mariposa Museum and History Center and Mariposa County Visitor Center, Mother Lode Lodge provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Coffee/tea in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a front-desk safe
A vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Mother Lode Lodge offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Refrigerator
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
Cable channels
Premium channels
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 1 PM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows no late check-in whatsoever.
Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Mother Lode Lodge
Mother Lode Lodge Mariposa
Mother Lode Lodge Motel
Mother Lode Lodge Motel Mariposa
Mother Lodge
Mother Lode Mariposa
Mother Lode Lodge Motel
Mother Lode Lodge Mariposa
Mother Lode Lodge Motel Mariposa
Frequently asked questions
Does Mother Lode Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Mother Lode Lodge pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Mother Lode Lodge?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Mother Lode Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Mother Lode Lodge?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Mother Lode Lodge located?
Located in the heart of Mariposa, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mariposa County's Old Stone Jail and Mariposa Museum and History Center. Mariposa County Visitor Center and California State Mining and Mineral Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Mother Lode Lodge Reviews
Reviews
6.8
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 503 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
86
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 503 reviews" "
8 - Good
155
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 503 reviews" "
6 - Okay
143
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 503 reviews" "
4 - Poor
79
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 503 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
40
7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Russell
22 November 2024
Russell
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
4/10 Poor
Susan
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
AC not on.. extremely Hot when I arrived. No Chair to sit in. Fridge didn’t work (maybe unplugged) no ice machine to be found. Mattress very old
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Michelle
Traveled with family
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A little too far from our destination. The drive in was beautiful but…with kids it’s hard. Also, no breakfast offered. It’s expensive! We need better toiletries and breakfast… room was super hot when we got there.
Michelle
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Salvador
Traveled with partner
28 May 2024
Great location! Mariposa is a wonderful city with great food and awesome hospitality. About an hour drive to Yosemite is the only negative thing. It’s an average hotel, window A/C is outdated for hotels and the hotel room gets warm in May. I recommend it if trying to save a few dollars.
A simple, clean lodge perfect for a pit stop before heading into Yosemite! We checked in around 11pm, and an envelope with our name on it (along with a nice little hand-drawn picture!) that included our room information. Nobody was stationed at the office but 24/7 phone service was available and the nice lady gave us all the info we needed. Doors are unlocked, windows are open and keys are found within the room after we enter. I’m assuming this is a pretty safe town that they are able to do that. The room is very clean and my favorite part is that the pillows are not uncomfortably puffy/stuffy like many other hotels, so I slept really well! Love the atmosphere of the space; we kept our windows open for a while to let the amazing oak aroma in the air come into our room before we closed for the night.
This little boutique motel was a terrific spot to stay on our way to Yosemite. The owners are on site and always working on upgrades and cleanliness. The pool was very large , deep and the perfect temperature for swimming. We would recommend a stay here to anyone. Shops and restaurants are walking distance away
Glenn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Matthew
11 August 2023
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
robin neal natasha
Traveled with family
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
the property was good and comfortable .. the bathroom space was small ..and the room rate was high .. but that's California i guess .. over good no complains ..
robin neal natasha
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Ralph
9 April 2023
It’s okay
Ralph
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
6/10 Okay
Jimmy
Business traveler
17 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Mariposa Mother Lode Comment
Older motel in the heart of Mariposa, which is excellent. Had TV problems when arriving and the pillows provided were less than satisfactory. They were very thin & cheap, leaving a kink in my neck. I had to put a blanket under the pillows just to be able to sleep. Could definitely invest in better quality pillows. Overall, clean. Small but in good condition.
The property was safe and contact limited with hotel, except for prior when we attempted to cancel due to medical emergency. Thought we'd be fine going but shower wouldn't give hot water or drain properly, so by the time it was warm, it was nearly overflowing, so hard to get clean. Pool was colder than Puget Sound in WA.
Danette
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Antoon
Traveled with partner
6 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was close to some excellent dinners and restaurants, which we liked a lot.
We did not like the bed.
Very clean affordable and sweet motel. Room looked recently refurbished and in great condition. The mini fridge and microwave were a big plus. Right in the center of town walkable for stores and restaurants also groceries. Managers super friendly. Family owned vibe. Pool needs painting but still was nice to use.
It was in a cute little area of town. We got there after the office closed and left before they opened up again, so there was no interaction with staff. They left the key for us in an envelope near the front door. No ice machine, no food, no vending machines.