This motel truly is a gem! The reception staff were extremely friendly and efficient. When asked,…read morethey were willing to talk with me about the town's economy, history, events, and local places to visit and eat. I was offered tea and coffee on arrival (it was cold!). I felt like I had arrived at a family home. The room was clean, well stocked, and comfortable. Although the property is not new, it is very well maintained and it's clear that the staff/ownership take pride in what they do, We arrived after Memorial Day, and there were small flags around the property. The bathrooms had extra touches (see photos below). The lobby looked like a quaint living room; very inviting. Their attention to detail was evident throughout the property. Without hesitation I would recommend staying here.

This is a lovely motel in a small town in a remote area. It has everything one could need in a…read moreroom, including a fridge and microwave and bathtub and clean bedding. The staff are friendly and helpful and recommended local dinner options. Happy to return if I am ever passing this way again.

Great nights stay. Lovely checkin and owner, with an amazing pup…read more Fishing trip with pops, great place to rest.

Still a reliable, comfortably consistent place to stay. Comfortable beds, a fridge, microwave and…read morein room coffee are a plus especially for us early morning risers as the coffee shop is closed on Tuesday and nothing else opens until 7:00 am. It's sad about the lack of decent food in town as the economic downturn has hit them hard. The Rhino is a good option but breakfast choices are nearly non existent. Hopefully we tourists can keep this town going.

Five stars for Jimmy, both as a host and a committed steward to the Virginia Creek fishery! This is…read morenow a core memory for our kids thanks to your hospitality! We were staying up the road and walked down to check out the fish hatchery. After reading about the program we decided we needed to bring our kids to see it. After watching these massive trout swim around for awhile they read that they could feed the fish if they went inside and asked for Jimmy, and I've never seen them move so fast. The nice woman at the host stand hooked them up with food and told them Jimmy was throwing pizzas, but he'd come out to say hi. As it turns out, Jimmy is the owner of the property, the chef, and the hatchery manager too! His passion is infections and it's so obvious he loves this place so much. We enjoyed learning about the property, hatchery and fishery from him, and the kids felt like they'd made a friend for life. There's a restaurant here too and a little play area in the back of the restaurant, making this a great roadside stop. They also have fun accommodations including cabins, covered wagons, and others, all situated with a nice break from the highway. We came back with our younger son and he loved it as much as the older two kids! That visit we enjoyed the restaurant, which I'll review separately.

What a hidden gem along Highway 395 in eastern California's Mono County. The pictures don't do it…read morejustice. The quaint, cabin-style setting felt cozy and intimate, and I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and well-prepared everything was for my stay. I stayed in a studio-style cabin with a separate room featuring bunk beds, plus a restroom and shower equipped with heating and AC. The beds were surprisingly comfortable, and the cabin stayed warm even when it was 30 degrees outside. If that doesn't charm you enough, just step outside and take in the picturesque rolling mountains--covered in snow this time of year--and appreciate the character and care the owner has put into the property. Customer service was excellent: quick, friendly, and hassle-free. They even gave us supplies to make s'mores, which we enjoyed by our private outdoor fire pit. Overall, this place exceeded my expectations, and I'd love to come back in the spring and summer to enjoy it all over again.

I've stayed here on nearly every trip I've made to Bridgeport and it's always felt like a second…read morehome. Big Meadow Lodge is owned by a truly lovely family who genuinely care about their guests. During one trip, a major winter storm hit and all the roads were closed. The owners were kind enough to let us stay several additional nights at no cost, which says everything about the kind of people they are. The cabins are especially amazing in the winter, quiet, cozy and surrounded by snow. It's the perfect place to unplug and enjoy the area. If you're anywhere near Bridgeport, this is absolutely a spot worth staying at. Can't wait to be back soon!

Beware room #2! Room door won't close completely much less…read morelock so had to use a chair to prop it shut and feel secure. 2 out of 4 lights didn't work. Ceiling fan only runs on high. Room noisy due to fast moving traffic on 395. Didn't complain as it was their only open room and we had places to go...

My boyfriend and I stayed here for one night this week during my birthday trip. We stayed in Rosa…read moreMay's Boudoir room (#7). The hotel is so charming and well kept. The room was clean and bright, beautifully furnished and comfortable. There were two powerful space heaters available to us - one in the main bedroom, the other in the bathroom. They kept us nice and cozy during the cold evening. The owner Jeff welcomed us and was incredibly kind and helpful. He encouraged us to use their saloon area (tequila included!) and the Nespresso machines available on the 2nd floor. The town of Bridgeport is small and walkable. The hotel is central to everything you might need or want to do there. We would absolutely stay here again.

This place was so full of history. It really transports you back in time to the gold rush days…read more Jeff, the owner was super helpful and accommodating and gave us some great recommendations of things to do out there. We also found the room clean and the best super comfortable. Would not hesitate to stay again or recommend to friends!

Very nice accommodation in an old well kept house, nice room, very comfortable bed, big bathroom…read more beautiful well kept garden area, the grandkids loved making me play tag with them. Had a nice time exploring the quaint little town.

Loved this place. The grounds are spectacular the staff is amazing and the whole town felt like…read morehome. We stayed in the Aurora room for our anniversary and had a great time. The room was clean and spacious. It felt like all of the guests there were customers who have returned many times the reason being that the place is awesome. We will definitely be returning again in the future.

Another five star experience. The restaurant and bar just opened for the season (3/27/26). So happy…read moreto be able to pay them a visit. Eating in the bar is one of our favorite "dining out" experience. We really enjoy the BBQ wings. They are so very meaty and tasty served hot with plenty of ranch dressing. And this time we shared a Tri-Tip Caesar Salad. The chef was kind enough to split it for us and give us each an order of their most delicious garlic toast. I can't say enough about the friendly bar service. I love me a dirty martini!

Everything about this hotel is amazing, there's great fishing, history and the food is great! I…read moreread some of the other reviews and honestly most of them are incorrect or obviously nit pickers, the food was amazing, fries tasted great and were crunchy, they also didn't season them which I love, their prime rib French dip was AMAZING, the staff was friendly as well, I highly recommend this spot it's very family friendly and well worth your money and stay.

This is the second time we've stayed here on our journeys up and down the 395. This place is so…read morecute. I wasn't around back in 50's or 60's but this place has kept its appeal with modern day looks. The people here always nice and the rooms clean. Feels like stepping back in time.

Motel money spent wisely. At least for my purposes. I got a basic room at this old school motel,…read moreand basic is what I got. But I was surprised at the level of basic. There was a bed, of course, but it wasn't one of those lumpy speed bump mattresses. It was actually very comfortable. I slept quite well during my two night stay. The TV mounted on the wall was small, but it had Directv. I have that at home, so I was familiar with what buttons to push. Only issue was that you couldn't have the door open when watching, as it covered half the TV. I guess that's OK. I should only be watching half as much TV anyway. My room, #22, was very clean. The toilet was sanitized for my protection. The paper seal on the seat assured me of that. I found the seal after having a few beers. I guess that's what it means when you "have to break the seal"! The rest of the room was just fine. The air conditioner worked and it didn't make much noise. I did have an issue with the blinds. For the life of me, I couldn't get the last panel to close properly. It left a space wide enough for stray eyes to look in. A mirror reflected the sight line onto the bed. Which wouldn't be all that bad, but, well, let's just say that because of the way I sleep, it wouldn't be a pretty sight. I hung a towel to mind the gap. Overall, it was a pleasant stay. Quick Tip: Every room has magnetic screens to keep our flying friends out. However, those little buggers are fast and will follow you in. Fortunately, your room comes equipped with a manual insect removal system.

Five stars for fantastic service and especially Michael, Willow Springs Head of Maintenance. He…read moresingle-handedly saved what could have been a disastrous trip with his calm demeanor, experience, and generous spirit. Having stayed at a few RV resorts now, I have four criteria that add up to a five star experience: Service, Amenities, Cleanliness, and Community Vibes. Willow Springs scores 5/5 on service, cleanliness, and community vibes. The property sits just off HWY 395 with the majority of the sites situated towards the back of the property, beautifully surrounded by the hills. The property and all sites are pristine with small bits of shade provided by adjacent cottonwoods and evergreens, and during our stay we enjoyed a steady breeze that made the temps quite enjoyable. Each night the host creates a community campfire that burns hot and long, bringing everyone together. They provide the wood and Michael tends to it, and they even have the large sticks for roasting marshmallows too. Connecting with people from all over around the fire was the highlight for me! Amenity wise, they have two nice gas grills with a nice picnic area, a large DVD library, basketball hoop and concrete pad to play on. There's also supposed to be stocked trout pond, but it was dry on our visit due to a missing pump that's supposed to be fixed soon. Recreationally that's about it. There aren't any hiking trails accessible from the property nor anything walking distance, that basketball area is located right next to the highway, and the lot is gravel so not ideal for bikes, which is why as family travelers, I'll say the property tries, but this isn't the most ideal. That said we still had fun. I'd recommend this as a great basecamp in the Bridgeport/Twin Lakes area!

We chose this place by searching for RV parks in the Bridgeport area. A lot of parks popped up but…read morethere was something about Willow Springs that appealed to us. They were able to accommodate us kind of last minute. We were traveling in a group of five RV's and ten people and four dogs. We were pleasantly surprised by the wonderful people that run the park. They were super nice and helpful getting us settled in. Robin at the front desk moved me into the shadiest spot in the park because we were the only rig without a/c. After setting up we were greeted with a community campfire. Michael and his wife and Robin told us about the history of the place and the amenities that are available in the park and the area. We used it as a basecamp to explore Bodie and the Bridgeport area. We really liked the place and will be returning next year. We really liked the place and the pleasant folks that run it.