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    View of front door from our bed! High vaulted ceiling with functional fan
    Khang V.

    We LOVE everything about Convict Lake Resort, from the ambience, the amenities, the location, and the convenience to the neat and tidiness of the place! Convict Lake and Mammoth Lakes were on my bucket list for so many years. Living in the Bay Area means it's a rough 5-6 hours of driving through windy mountainous roads. Thus, we wanted to pick a place to stay that could provide us the comfort of home we needed. And Convict Lake Resort delivered! From the booking process to checking in and later checking out, everything was a breeze! We received emails reminder from staff detailing easy steps needed to check in. When it looked like we might arrive late, they promptly sent us instructions for self check in. Luckily we arrived on time before the gift shop close. Each cabin has 1 parking spot for your car. However, there are many parking spaces within walking distance to your cabin if you and your party happen to have more than 1 car. As soon as we opened the door into our cabin, our stress and exhaustion of the long drive melted away! We love the high vaulted ceiling, the warm woody interior and how spacious and clean the inside of our cabin was! It was so welcoming and smells so good! You could tell that the staff did a wonderful job cleaning and preparing for your stay! Thank you ! The kitchen area was another highlights of the cabin! It was big with full amenities! We used it so many times during our stay to cook our meals and everything in between! Microwaves, fridges, freezer, chopping board, plate wares, forks and spoons, etc. You name it, they have it! There's a door by the kitchen area which gave you access to the mini wood behind your cabin. We once spotted some deers here during twilight times . And the BATHROOM!!! We LOVE IT!! Super spacious with nice rain-forest shower head! After a long day being active outside like hiking, kayaking and other stuff, we came home to the cabin, hopped into the shower and let all our fatigue washed away! I swear this shower had some acupuncture magic as it soothed my tired body so well! The sliding door to the bathroom was so modern and chic itself. We love the tiny windows looking out to the wood beside our cabin. We joked to each other that "Number 2 with a great view !" Not only the inside was amazing, the outside porch area with the gas grill was another bonus! Never had we ever seen such a clean grill like this! Kudos again to the staff ! We utilized the grill many times during our visits and enjoyed a dinner or breakfast outdoor with our pup :) And first time in our life, we saw such a dog friendly place! Every cabin seemed to have at least one dog. My puppy Butter had such a wonderful socializing with all his furry friends and neighbors. We enjoyed walking around and checking out the resort on the lovely trails surrounding the resort and looked at all the amazing mountains. Convict Lake Resort is just 10 minutes of walking and 5 minutes of driving from Convict Lake. Location! Location! Location!! There's a lovely restaurant onsite that I'll review in details in another review :) Overall, AMAZING place and words cannot describe how satisfied we were! We'll definitely come back and recommend this place with all our family and friends :)

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    Danny V.

    I rarely return to a vacation spot more than once but this place is one of my favorite places. The beautiful mountain scenery, the cozy cabin with everything you need is just what I need to wind down. The restaurant is amazing but they are closed a lot it seems. But if you can eat here, you wont be disappointed. I will be back

    Kimberly H.

    First time here, didn't realize how close it was off the road. Amazing gift shop. Very clean restrooms, they offer rooms to rent as well as a wedding venue. Kid and animal friendly, trout stocked lake. Breathtaking views. Easy access for someone with disabilities, can drive almost all the way around the lake. Very clean, quiet, and felt very safe. Picnic tables available as well. Highly recommend and would return. Camping spaces available as well but did not see any campers.

    Beretta Audrey V.

    Convict Lake Resort was absolutely wonderful. The cabins were beautiful. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. The cabin I stayed in was clean, well maintained, and equipped with everything you would need (stove, fridge, pots and pans, plates, etc). The shower had excellent water pressure, which was a pleasant surprise, and the bed and pillows were very comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day outdoors. It also has a fancy restaurant that offers plenty of dishes. Overall, it was a fantastic stay, and I would highly recommend Convict Lake Resort to anyone looking for a comfortable and peaceful getaway. Would definitely come back.

    L. G.

    Not sure prices for cabins are actually worth it. Parking near marina is always full. Restrooms by bridge area were remodeled recently, however they were dirty & out of toilet paper. Someone should be checking these periodically throughout the day as the lake can get very congested sometimes there is no parking. Plus side, Lake is beautiful, have been visiting the Sierras for many years but can longer really enjoy this place due to crowds. You can rent boats for the lake & it has a general store with a lot of goods. No styrofoam coolers, so bring your own.

    blake p.

    Exceptional Birthday Celebration !! Our cabin had incredible Views, and Everything you would want a more. Jacuzzi outside and the Best Steam Shower and Jacuzzi Tub, When making this reservation, I went in and met with Pete, He is extremely kind and knowledgeable and just made you feel like you couldn't wait to explore all the adventures of Convict Lake and staying at the cabins as well as eating at their famous restaurant where my husband and I enjoyed an amazing meal that is to die for, your pallet will be satisfied. Everything on the menu is amazing. The chef is exceptional. The presentation of the meal you just will never forget it a great wine list. We had a wonderful Server. His name was Steve. He just was knowledgeable about all the dishes and paired them very well with the wine list,so get out there an enjoy what Mammoth has to offer and go to Convict Lake and stay at the resort.

    Sean L.

    Convict Lake is a very special place--there is truly nowhere else on earth like it! I've been coming to Convict Lake since I was in high school in the 1980s, and later we brought our kids here to camp in our tent trailer from 2008 through 2016. This year, for the first time, we stayed in one of the cabins (Cottonwood 20), and we loved it. The cabin was comfortable, clean, and perfectly set up for a relaxing getaway while still letting us enjoy the stunning scenery and peaceful feeling that Convict Lake has always given us. Waking up in the morning and looking out at the lake and mountains felt like coming home. The resort staff were friendly and helpful, and everything was well cared for. It was wonderful to experience Convict Lake in a new way while still holding onto the family traditions and memories that make this place so important to us. If you're looking for a place to reconnect with nature, unwind, and create lasting memories, Convict Lake will not disappoint. We can't wait to return.

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    Debra B.

    We always have a great time staying at Convict Lake. The staff is very helpful. We will be back in September.

    Mountain View right outside the cabin

    Fantastic experience. Beautiful location. Pristine snow covered peaks. Cabin with views. A true white Christmas.

    Stacey F.

    Perfect weather 63 degrees sunny. We stayed in the Lone Pine cabin which was small but perfect for our needs which is why we picked that particular cabin. I am most particular about cleanliness and I was very impressed at how clean it was when we arrived. There are deer all over the property roaming around. There is a restaurant and general store. We had a great time hiking and enjoying nature. Thank you Convict Lake Resorts.

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    Really wanting to catch fish but not knowing exactly where and with what. Chris was helpful. Cabin was nice. Mostly clean. A few bugs here and there, but I guess that's to be expected. Floor showed up on my slipper socks big time. Again, i guess that's too be expected. Grill worked great. Never like to give 5 stars. Bambis were a treat in the am. Had a great stay. Thank you.

    Sergio G.

    This place is a great little nature getaway. There's plenty of cabins. Some have went through remodeling. The lakes water is like a cold plunge. A few different rental options of boats to kayaks, horseback riding, trails and a camping sites. Theres a restaurant and general store. Some people get married here.

    Angela F.

    Convict lake is beautiful every time we come here. Arrived late June and rented a pontoon boat for the day. The people at the marina are awesome and super friendly. My family had an amazing time. The weather in June was beautiful, but the water is super cold, I believe it was 48°. So I would definitely recommend coming in July when it's warmer.

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    25 days ago

    The beds, uncomfortable. Their prices have gotten over priced first studio cabin close to $400 a night, I would give them about one star

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    The entire experience from calling ahead for rentals to the young men who worked the marina! Fantastic! Boat rental was great!

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    Everything was terrific. From the cabin to the fishing to the dinner at the Restaurant at Convict Lake.

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    We love the high vaulted ceiling, the warm woody interior and how spacious and clean the inside of our cabin was!

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    SureStay Plus Hotel By Best Western Mammoth Lakes - 2 Queen Beds

    SureStay Plus Hotel By Best Western Mammoth Lakes

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    Location: a residential neighborhood with lots of woodland to walk dogs and go explore. 5 stars…read more Rooms: much smaller than any I've seen at a Best Western property. Coffee makers in the rooms are terrible and leak everywhere. Luckily they have coffee near the front desk. 3 stars Food: Due to staffing shortages they sometimes have to cancel the continental breakfast. be sure to bring your own or be ready to go out to eat. Comfort There is no central heating with thermostat so you have to use the wall unit. I would recommend turning that on immediately upon arriving in the room because it takes a while to heat up. 3 stars. They do have a Jacuzzi on the bottom floor and it is quite large. There's a noisy fan blowing so consider bringing some noise canceling headphones if you're going to go into that water. Swimwear might be sensible as well other than that I had a smooth check-in and they got all my particulars exactly right. 5 stars. comfort: bring earplugs because the doors in the hallways are heavy and loud. they're constantly slamming every time somebody comes and goes. The bathrooms are standing showers (no tubs). I always wish there was a handheld wand/hose instead of the spigot that just rains on you. Maybe consider bringing one of those handhelds too?

    I had a very nice stay here despite my first bad impression. At first, I thought there wasn't much…read moreparking available (on the left and on the front of the office), but I found out they had underground parking. They don't have elevators here, so if you have mobility issues, ask for a room on the first floor. The rooms were very nice and spacious. Beds were comfortable. The entry door was heavy and needed a bigger shove to get it to close, so not too convenient. The bathroom door was interesting, but very annoying and not that practical. It makes too much noise, and it can wake people up in the middle of the night even someone uses the bathroom. There is warm breakfast available in the early morning. It was simple and nice. Overall, a wonderful stay.

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    Mammoth Mountain Inn

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    We stayed at Mammoth Mountain Inn for 4 nights during the week and, once again, it delivered…read moreexactly what we needed. The location is excellent -- less than a 5-minute walk to the gondola. They also offer ski valet right in the lobby, which makes the walk even shorter. Huge plus: boot dryers. Check-in was super easy, and we upgraded our room to one of their "condos." Just to set expectations: this isn't a full condo. It's essentially a hotel room with a small living area and a Murphy bed. Still comfortable and totally fine for what we needed. The best part of this hotel is that it's dog-friendly -- and truly dog-friendly. Any size dog, big or small, and there were dogs everywhere (including ours). There's a forested area behind the hotel that's perfect for letting your pup play in the snow. One downside: some guests don't pick up after their dogs, so there was dog poop around even though the hotel provides bag dispensers. Maybe adding more (or enforcing cleanup) would help. The price is good, the hotel is clean, but it is old -- very old -- and definitely showing its age. The hallway floors are uneven, the elevator makes some questionable noises, and nothing about it feels modern. That said, after skiing all day, the four hot tubs and heated pool are amazing and very much appreciated. I stay here for convenience, not luxury. The beds are comfortable, towels are clean, and that's honestly all we need. Plus, it's close to The Yodler, our favorite restaurant. We've stayed here many times before and will stay many times again.

    This was one of the worst hotel experiences I've had, especially given the high price Mammoth…read moreMountain Inn charges. The rooms are noisy with paper-thin walls--you can hear guests walking, talking, and moving around all night long, making it nearly impossible to sleep. It honestly felt like people were walking inside my room. The room itself is poorly maintained and outdated, with dirty, stained carpets and a bathroom that was not clean. Nothing felt refreshed or well cared for, which is unacceptable at this price point. Breakfast was equally terrible. The food was cold, the omelet was tough and rubbery, and overall the quality was far below expectations--borderline inedible. Between the noise, lack of cleanliness, outdated rooms, and overpriced rates, this place is absolutely not worth the money. I would not stay here again and do not recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable or restful stay.

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