Dow Villa Motel - Lone Pine

AAA Three Diamond Rated historic motel at the base of Mount Whitney

Amenities

Dow Villa Motel offers a 24-hour outdoor hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, both available late into the evening. The motel holds AAA's Best of Housekeeping award, reflecting consistent cleanliness across the property. Guests have access to a shared lounge with TV, a vending machine for drinks, and a business center with fax and photocopying services.

Rooms

Each air-conditioned room in the Dow Villa Motel includes a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a coffee machine, with select rooms offering views of the High Sierra mountains. The motel provides ADA-compliant accessible parking and facilities for guests with mobility needs, plus designated smoking areas. Allergy-free rooms, family rooms with two queen beds, and pet-friendly accommodations are available across both the historic hotel and the newer motel wing.

Location

The historic Dow Hotel is located on Main Street (Highway 395) in Lone Pine, 20 km from Mount Whitney and 170 km from Death Valley National Park. Guests can walk to the Museum of Western Film History, local restaurants, and a bus stop for onward travel to trailheads. Alabama Hills, a filming location for hundreds of western movies, is a five-minute drive from the Dow Villa Lone Pine.

Pet-Friendly & Accessibility

Dow Motel Lone Pine offers pet-friendly rooms and a designated smoking area, making it suitable for travelers with animals and those who require allergy-free options. The property provides accessible parking and facilities for disabled guests, including roll-in showers and key card access for security. Street parking and an additional rear lot accommodate trailers and larger vehicles.

Historical Charm

Built in 1923, the Dow Villa Motel & Historic Hotel retains its original décor featuring memorabilia from Hollywood film crews that stayed here, including John Wayne and Hopalong Cassidy. The lobby serves fresh Farmer Brothers coffee throughout the day, and the spacious sitting area invites guests to mingle. This community-focused atmosphere, combined with a central heating system from the original era, sets the motel apart from chain properties along Highway 395.

• Location: Base of Mount Whitney, 20 km from Whitney Portal
• Rooms: 80+ rooms including pet-friendly and ADA-compliant units
• Amenities: 24-hour hot tub and seasonal pool with mountain views
• Housekeeping: AAA's Best of Housekeeping award winner
• History: 1923 hotel with Hollywood western film memorabilia
• Access: Accessible parking and facilities for disabled guests