The River Inn
$140
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for The River Inn
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$140
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The River Inn average $74 in February, the cheapest month, and $208 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $78 |
| February | $74 |
| March | $89 |
| April | $132 |
| May | $174 |
| June | $208 |
| July | $185 |
| August | $166 |
| September | $140 |
| October | $111 |
| November | $92 |
| December | $80 |
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Cheapest: February (~$74)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this motel include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
When you stay at The River Inn in Three Rivers, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. This motel is 20.1 mi (32.4 km) from General Sherman Tree and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Kaweah River.
What's nearby
Kaweah River(0.1 miles)
Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance(1.4 miles)
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks(1.5 miles)
Foothills Visitor Center(2.5 miles)
Three Rivers Historical Museum(3.7 miles)
Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce(3.7 miles)
Tunnel Rock(3.7 miles)
Our Place Playground(4.2 miles)
Lake Kaweah(6.4 miles)
Hospital Rock(7.5 miles)
Horse Creek Recreation Area(10.2 miles)
Kaweah Recreation Area(12.2 miles)
Lemon Hill Marina(13.5 miles)
Giant Forest(17.9 miles)
Giant Forest Museum(17.9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Visalia, CA (VIS-Visalia Municipal)(39.3 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Hiking
Luggage Storage
Location
45176 Sierra Drive, Three Rivers, California, United States of America
Kaweah River (0.1 miles)
Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance (1.4 miles)
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks (1.5 miles)
Foothills Visitor Center (2.5 miles)
Three Rivers Historical Museum (3.7 miles)
Sequoia Foothills Chamber of Commerce (3.7 miles)
Room options
4
Standard Cabin, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
200 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
8
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
200 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
2
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms
Room details
1 Queen Bed
, 2 Full Beds
, and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
969 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
Guest reviews of The River Inn
7.4
Good
Based on 1,003 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
43%
Family
37%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
The River Inn wins praise for its minutes-to-Sequoia location and quiet setting, but many reviews report limited front‑desk hours with frustrating check‑in and very basic, dated rooms with spotty Wi‑Fi and recurring maintenance issues.
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What guests think
The River Inn wins praise for its minutes-to-Sequoia location and quiet setting, but many reviews report limited front‑desk hours with frustrating check‑in and very basic, dated rooms with spotty Wi‑Fi and recurring maintenance issues.
Cleanliness is a common concern, with reports of pests, mold, stained linens, and trash around the property, and housekeeping during multi‑night stays is often not provided. Several guests also cite unexpected credit‑card fees, overbooking, and having to collect keys from another hotel. If you prioritize proximity to the park over comfort and amenities, this is a simple, no‑frills base.
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Facilities
Facilities are minimal and aging; several guests note a non‑working ice machine, while a few mention picnic tables or a grill on site and occasional pool use.
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Amy
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location minutes from the south entrance to Sequoia Nat'l Park. Room was clean and functional. Air conditioner kept up with extreme heat. Several places to eat nearby. Bathroom / Shower could use some updating/improvements but water pressure was fine.
Great location minutes from the south entrance to Sequoia Nat'l Park. Room was clean and functional. Air conditioner kept up with extreme heat. Several places to eat nearby. Bathroom / Shower could use some updating/improvements but water pressure was fine.
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John
Oct 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check-in. Double locks on doors. Convenient to Sequoia Nat'l Park.
Easy check-in. Double locks on doors. Convenient to Sequoia Nat'l Park.
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Teri
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The River Inn is very run down!! Hot water took 5 minutes and was never actually hot, found someones business card in the bed when i pulled back the covers, ice machine hasnt worked in years from the look of it....list goes on. Sad to say but this place is a total dive!
The River Inn is very run down!! Hot water took 5 minutes and was never actually hot, found someones business card in the bed when i pulled back the covers, ice machine hasnt worked in years from the look of it....list goes on. Sad to say but this place is a total dive!
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John
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The gateway to the sequoia. Highly recommend The River inn. The staff are just amazing and super helpful. The room (cabin) was very comfortable. We actually booked a room and wanted to use the grill but it was not available so the put us in the cabin at no additional charge, i was able to cook right in the kitchen. We will be back as this is a great little place
The gateway to the sequoia. Highly recommend The River inn. The staff are just amazing and super helpful. The room (cabin) was very comfortable. We actually booked a room and wanted to use the grill but it was not available so the put us in the cabin at no additional charge, i was able to cook right in the kitchen. We will be back as this is a great little place
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Lizbeth
Apr 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed the location, considering it was very close to the park. It was very quiet and made for a pleasant atmosphere and there was plenty of room for parking. We truly enjoyed our stay, and would definitely like to come back.
We really enjoyed the location, considering it was very close to the park. It was very quiet and made for a pleasant atmosphere and there was plenty of room for parking. We truly enjoyed our stay, and would definitely like to come back.
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April
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outdated, stained carpet floors, hair on the bed sheets, stairs going to 2nd level was uneven and falling apart. Check-in and check-out was easy/convenient. There was no internet service in town so be sure to print out directions to hotel. They do offer shuttle service to amd from the park. The hotel is way overpriced for what they offer and the condition of the hotel.
Outdated, stained carpet floors, hair on the bed sheets, stairs going to 2nd level was uneven and falling apart. Check-in and check-out was easy/convenient. There was no internet service in town so be sure to print out directions to hotel. They do offer shuttle service to amd from the park. The hotel is way overpriced for what they offer and the condition of the hotel.
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Donna
Oct 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For the price and location, we were satisfied. We made the booking a few hours before as we decided to visit the Trail of the 100 Giants in the Sequoia Forest. The dated one-story motel and our room was pretty much what we expected. The room is large, with a renovated bathroom. The bathroom is on the smaller side, but the shower is very nicely tiled. Coffee pot, microwave, and fridge all worked. Picnic tables and a grill are on the premises and we were lucky to be invited to a feast.
For the price and location, we were satisfied. We made the booking a few hours before as we decided to visit the Trail of the 100 Giants in the Sequoia Forest. The dated one-story motel and our room was pretty much what we expected. The room is large, with a renovated bathroom. The bathroom is on the smaller side, but the shower is very nicely tiled. Coffee pot, microwave, and fridge all worked. Picnic tables and a grill are on the premises and we were lucky to be invited to a feast.
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Allen
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pool was refreshing
Pool was refreshing
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Demetrius
Jul 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This property was nice over priced most of the plugs in room didn't work or needed an adapter ice machine didn't work the bathroom light switch made the tv turn off no phone service only WiFi staff was friendly totem the restaurant is right nextdoor very good food it's also a small market for drinks and beers I would recommend only if you want a clean place to sleep with no frills water pressure was very good and hot also mini fridge worked well and really close to sequoia national Park less than 10 minutes from entrance.
This property was nice over priced most of the plugs in room didn't work or needed an adapter ice machine didn't work the bathroom light switch made the tv turn off no phone service only WiFi staff was friendly totem the restaurant is right nextdoor very good food it's also a small market for drinks and beers I would recommend only if you want a clean place to sleep with no frills water pressure was very good and hot also mini fridge worked well and really close to sequoia national Park less than 10 minutes from entrance.
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Richard
Nov 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This modest property is an ideal location and is just minutes from the Sequoia National Park entrance and is walking distance to a bar/grill. One improvement needed is to repair the electrical outlet by the sink.
This modest property is an ideal location and is just minutes from the Sequoia National Park entrance and is walking distance to a bar/grill. One improvement needed is to repair the electrical outlet by the sink.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is largely negative: many report dusty rooms, stained or worn linens, mold, pests (ants, roaches, and mice), and trash outside; housekeeping during stays is frequently not provided.
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Naomi
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bathroom completely dirty. 4 people in the room and didn’t have enough toilet paper or towels. No one replenishes or cleans during the stay. Have to get keys at a different location. Will not stay here again.
Bathroom completely dirty. 4 people in the room and didn’t have enough toilet paper or towels. No one replenishes or cleans during the stay. Have to get keys at a different location. Will not stay here again.
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Helen
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dirty, filthy old room, disgusting floor, stain bedsheets, and towels. Very limited outlet and broken light bulbs. Dirty air conditioning filter.. broken microwave. Dirty refrigerator.. broken door knob, outdated shower door and faucet. Definitely never come back and now recommended to anyone to stay at this filthy place. Charge more than what was listed when check in.
Dirty, filthy old room, disgusting floor, stain bedsheets, and towels. Very limited outlet and broken light bulbs. Dirty air conditioning filter.. broken microwave. Dirty refrigerator.. broken door knob, outdated shower door and faucet. Definitely never come back and now recommended to anyone to stay at this filthy place. Charge more than what was listed when check in.
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Shu
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bathtub had lots of hair.
Bathtub had lots of hair.
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Eduardo
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very dusty seemed like it hadn’t been cleaned. Mold in shower. The room had a strange odor . spiderwebs all over the walkways bedsheets were ripped. TV didn’t work the refrigerator seemed to not work.
The room was very dusty seemed like it hadn’t been cleaned. Mold in shower. The room had a strange odor . spiderwebs all over the walkways bedsheets were ripped. TV didn’t work the refrigerator seemed to not work.
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Rishitha
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms and bedsheets are not clean. And the room smells too bad. There are hairs on the bedsheet. Bathroom is not tidy
Rooms and bedsheets are not clean. And the room smells too bad. There are hairs on the bedsheet. Bathroom is not tidy
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Tom
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
There were mice in the room. We saw them behind/under the TV cabinet. Upon further inspection, we opened the 3 drawers of the cabinet and found feces in an abundant amount in all 3 drawers. We immediately left the room and cut our stay short.
There were mice in the room. We saw them behind/under the TV cabinet. Upon further inspection, we opened the 3 drawers of the cabinet and found feces in an abundant amount in all 3 drawers. We immediately left the room and cut our stay short.
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Mark
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property was in the perfect area in a cute little town, but it has not been updated in a very long time. The room smelled terrible and the towels smelled and appeared to be dirty. The beds and bedding were adequate. The drop off box was not secure when we checked out and anyone could’ve come in and taken those keys.
This property was in the perfect area in a cute little town, but it has not been updated in a very long time. The room smelled terrible and the towels smelled and appeared to be dirty. The beds and bedding were adequate. The drop off box was not secure when we checked out and anyone could’ve come in and taken those keys.
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michelle
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was awful. Bugs in the windowseal, the carpet was old and dirty, the sink drain rusty, and the floor of the shower was black and covered with mold or something. We didn't dare step inside. The bedding was very old and the spreads had holes. I didn’t want to walk on the carpet without shoes. This place needs a complete overhaul from top to bottom to be habitable. They should have paid us $130 to stay there.
This place was awful. Bugs in the windowseal, the carpet was old and dirty, the sink drain rusty, and the floor of the shower was black and covered with mold or something. We didn't dare step inside. The bedding was very old and the spreads had holes. I didn’t want to walk on the carpet without shoes. This place needs a complete overhaul from top to bottom to be habitable. They should have paid us $130 to stay there.
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Ruben
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
They give us a room "ready" but it was trash on the floor, bathroom sink dirty, toilet dirty towel on the floor no towels. They "clean" right away but it was that a quick clean. Never give us clean towel. Ligths by beed dont work. Well just for sleep with no options ill said ok. To enjoy a trip i don't think so.
They give us a room "ready" but it was trash on the floor, bathroom sink dirty, toilet dirty towel on the floor no towels. They "clean" right away but it was that a quick clean. Never give us clean towel. Ligths by beed dont work. Well just for sleep with no options ill said ok. To enjoy a trip i don't think so.
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Mark
May 9, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Find another place to stay. This motel is NOT acceptable. We found mice droppings on the floors and shelves, it was clearly not vacuumed or cleaned prior to our arrival. The silverware was stuck to the bottom of the drawer it was in because it was not clean. The walls and ceiling were peeling and the water coming out of the kitchen faucet was milky and not clear. This place is very expensive because it's near the entrance to Sequoia National Park but honestly I wouldn't have paid more than $25 a night for a place in this condition. The only good thing I can say is that the staff seemed friendly. But trust me, do not stay here (unless they lower their prices to $25 a night.)
Find another place to stay. This motel is NOT acceptable. We found mice droppings on the floors and shelves, it was clearly not vacuumed or cleaned prior to our arrival. The silverware was stuck to the bottom of the drawer it was in because it was not clean. The walls and ceiling were peeling and the water coming out of the kitchen faucet was milky and not clear. This place is very expensive because it's near the entrance to Sequoia National Park but honestly I wouldn't have paid more than $25 a night for a place in this condition. The only good thing I can say is that the staff seemed friendly. But trust me, do not stay here (unless they lower their prices to $25 a night.)
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Rooms
Rooms are very dated and basic, with frequent issues such as leaky showers, broken lights or outlets, noisy or insufficient A/C, and often spotty Wi‑Fi; some units are spacious and a few guests found beds comfortable or enjoyed views.
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LUIS
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It is old . Two windows were nailed down to the frame so they can’t be opened. Shower was dripping, I couldn’t sleep the second night. WiFi very spotty, no reception most of the time I was at my room. Had to go out to get reception. Bed was nice and TV programming was good enough to spend the afternoon watching it.
It is old . Two windows were nailed down to the frame so they can’t be opened. Shower was dripping, I couldn’t sleep the second night. WiFi very spotty, no reception most of the time I was at my room. Had to go out to get reception. Bed was nice and TV programming was good enough to spend the afternoon watching it.
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Ellen
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in no. 11. That’s all I can address fairly. We had no soap or shampoo, there is only one room air conditioning in the living room and none in the bed room. The couch could not be sit on comfortably. There were absolutely no utensils or plate yet there was a store and microwave. There was no end tables to put you beverage on and the table chair had one leg broken, The fan in the bed room sleeked at night. Be prepared to pay a service fee forr using a credit card. We wanted to pay by cash for that reason but they don’t accept cash! The location was good though.
We stayed in no. 11. That’s all I can address fairly. We had no soap or shampoo, there is only one room air conditioning in the living room and none in the bed room. The couch could not be sit on comfortably. There were absolutely no utensils or plate yet there was a store and microwave. There was no end tables to put you beverage on and the table chair had one leg broken, The fan in the bed room sleeked at night. Be prepared to pay a service fee forr using a credit card. We wanted to pay by cash for that reason but they don’t accept cash! The location was good though.
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Zdzislaw
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unstable WiFi
Unstable WiFi
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Shubham S
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was big and comfortable. The location hasa huge advantage that its close to the park, but its disadvantage is limited food options close by. Price was reasonable. The showerhead in the bathroom kept leaking, thats my only minor gripe with the stay. Otherwise, a very nice place to stay for a trip to Sequoia NP.
The room was big and comfortable. The location hasa huge advantage that its close to the park, but its disadvantage is limited food options close by. Price was reasonable. The showerhead in the bathroom kept leaking, thats my only minor gripe with the stay. Otherwise, a very nice place to stay for a trip to Sequoia NP.
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Maria Cristina
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Outdated, but served our needs. The TV worked, wifi worked.
Outdated, but served our needs. The TV worked, wifi worked.
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Veronika
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed one night and, since none of the doors in my room had a dead bolt, I worried about my safety. I have seen the chairs in a better condition by the curb, than what I had in my room. The shower was constantly dripping water. None of the draws were ever cleaned or so it looked. The fridge though was full size and worked well.
I stayed one night and, since none of the doors in my room had a dead bolt, I worried about my safety. I have seen the chairs in a better condition by the curb, than what I had in my room. The shower was constantly dripping water. None of the draws were ever cleaned or so it looked. The fridge though was full size and worked well.
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John
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had no view of river was not maintained several wall sockets didn't work
Had no view of river was not maintained several wall sockets didn't work
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Yvette
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a nice view outside the window, the receptionist at the front desk was very friendly and welcoming. At the office, they provide dining options within 10 minutes of the property, which was very helpful considering the lack of service in the area. I would recommend bringing inside slippers, the carpet area in the top floor felt like it wasn’t frequently vacuumed.
There was a nice view outside the window, the receptionist at the front desk was very friendly and welcoming. At the office, they provide dining options within 10 minutes of the property, which was very helpful considering the lack of service in the area. I would recommend bringing inside slippers, the carpet area in the top floor felt like it wasn’t frequently vacuumed.
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Joanne
Sep 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was fine. Very basic. I had a giant suite I guess you’d call it. It was located behind the main office. Had a kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. It was clean and comfortable for my needs.
This place was fine. Very basic. I had a giant suite I guess you’d call it. It was located behind the main office. Had a kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. It was clean and comfortable for my needs.
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Michael
Oct 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, but the maintenance is really poor. The place needs quite a bit of TLC. Also the tub is very slippery.
Great location, but the maintenance is really poor. The place needs quite a bit of TLC. Also the tub is very slippery.
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Service
Service is inconsistent and hard to reach: front‑desk hours are limited (often 3–9 pm), check‑in may require picking up keys at another property, and reports note overbooking, unexpected credit‑card fees, and slow or unhelpful responses; some staff are friendly.
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Lucas
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff members at was amazing
Staff members at was amazing
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Kyung
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was fair, but when I tried to check in they were trying to tell me they over booked and was trying to send me to another hotel although I booked a month ahead. When I confronted her all of sudden they had a cancellation. They had towels that I wouldn’t use as a rags, their bed was so springy, slightest movement would shake and rattle.
Property was fair, but when I tried to check in they were trying to tell me they over booked and was trying to send me to another hotel although I booked a month ahead. When I confronted her all of sudden they had a cancellation. They had towels that I wouldn’t use as a rags, their bed was so springy, slightest movement would shake and rattle.
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Adreis
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Upon check -in the staff was so kind and helpful! Made sure that our stay was comfy and relaxed! Will definitely book again! Thank you River Inn.
Upon check -in the staff was so kind and helpful! Made sure that our stay was comfy and relaxed! Will definitely book again! Thank you River Inn.
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Shuyang
Dec 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I booked and paid on Expedia; the front desk still charged my card when I checked in. I thought it's just a deposit, but was not refunded after I checked out. I waited many business days, still no refund. I called the hotel many times, no one answered. I also messaged through Expedia twice, no reply.
I booked and paid on Expedia; the front desk still charged my card when I checked in. I thought it's just a deposit, but was not refunded after I checked out. I waited many business days, still no refund. I called the hotel many times, no one answered. I also messaged through Expedia twice, no reply.
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Ashley
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in opens 15:00 we arrived 15.15 and waited / called for 30 mins and no luck. Had to carry on our day with a full packed car and when checking in later at 9pm the receptionist didn’t seem to care
Check-in opens 15:00 we arrived 15.15 and waited / called for 30 mins and no luck. Had to carry on our day with a full packed car and when checking in later at 9pm the receptionist didn’t seem to care
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Simon
Jan 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
we went to office to check in but no one in there. so we wait for 20 min. And I went next door market to ask where is the person. Market person told me to ge Western lodge so we 10 min drive to there and went to back River inn. We were so tired and upset. but Inn officer neve say Sorry
we went to office to check in but no one in there. so we wait for 20 min. And I went next door market to ask where is the person. Market person told me to ge Western lodge so we 10 min drive to there and went to back River inn. We were so tired and upset. but Inn officer neve say Sorry
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Tanmoy
Apr 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property charges extra amount under Misc. without informing. Also no staff or people to connect with. We were provided two towels and two of all amenities even though we booked for four people.
The property charges extra amount under Misc. without informing. Also no staff or people to connect with. We were provided two towels and two of all amenities even though we booked for four people.
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Trini
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
DO NOT BOOK here The amount you booked thru expedia app is not accepted and they will charge you a different amount on site. I do not understand how is this advertised on the app. Be careful! Do research thoroughly before booking. There is nothing that expedia can do. As for the room/ property, it should be rated as a motel, not an inn. Their check-in time is 3:00 PM. That is literally 3:00 PM. If you come in 30 minutes prior so you can check with the customer service, there is no one in the office. You’ll have to wait in the hot car until someone will come to the office by 3:00 PM. So plan your travel accordingly. The sheet was dirty, bedsheets showed hair underneath the pillow and there were crumbs around. Dust was all over the vanity area.
DO NOT BOOK here The amount you booked thru expedia app is not accepted and they will charge you a different amount on site. I do not understand how is this advertised on the app. Be careful! Do research thoroughly before booking. There is nothing that expedia can do. As for the room/ property, it should be rated as a motel, not an inn. Their check-in time is 3:00 PM. That is literally 3:00 PM. If you come in 30 minutes prior so you can check with the customer service, there is no one in the office. You’ll have to wait in the hot car until someone will come to the office by 3:00 PM. So plan your travel accordingly. The sheet was dirty, bedsheets showed hair underneath the pillow and there were crumbs around. Dust was all over the vanity area.
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Amy
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in did not go smoothly. Limited phone reception and clerk did not arrive until many attempts to contact them. The number listed on the door to the office is not te correct contact number. Was a very frustrating check in experience.
Check in did not go smoothly. Limited phone reception and clerk did not arrive until many attempts to contact them. The number listed on the door to the office is not te correct contact number. Was a very frustrating check in experience.
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Sai Sisir
Jan 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Didn’t leave the keys at property had to collect from a place which was 7 miles away. We didn’t have signals and it was so messy to do all that at late night in pitch dark
Didn’t leave the keys at property had to collect from a place which was 7 miles away. We didn’t have signals and it was so messy to do all that at late night in pitch dark
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Location
Highly convenient location just minutes from the Sequoia National Park entrance, with a handy market/cafe next door; dining options are otherwise limited and Kings Canyon is a longer drive.
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Pearl
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super close to Sequoia National Park entrance. Very old motel but it was not dirty inside the room. Plus were the fridge, microwave, and ice machine. Very weird check in after 9pm. You have to stop at the Western Holiday which is about 10 minutes south of River Inn. Good thing I called the inn at 3pm and the lady told me. I called all day but no one picked up til around 3pm.
Super close to Sequoia National Park entrance. Very old motel but it was not dirty inside the room. Plus were the fridge, microwave, and ice machine. Very weird check in after 9pm. You have to stop at the Western Holiday which is about 10 minutes south of River Inn. Good thing I called the inn at 3pm and the lady told me. I called all day but no one picked up til around 3pm.
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Christin
Jun 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was easy to check-in, easy to check-out, so close to Sequoia NP, and quiet.
It was easy to check-in, easy to check-out, so close to Sequoia NP, and quiet.
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Felizia
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Close to Sequoia National Park
Close to Sequoia National Park
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Nancy
Jul 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient for Sequoia
Convenient for Sequoia
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Deborah
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location to Sequoia Natl Park was great. It was a long way to Kings Canyon not convienient at all. The room was clean but very dated. The electrical outlets did not work next to the sink with microwave.
Location to Sequoia Natl Park was great. It was a long way to Kings Canyon not convienient at all. The room was clean but very dated. The electrical outlets did not work next to the sink with microwave.
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Ammie
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The only good thing about this place is location to the park but other than that it is nothing special.
The only good thing about this place is location to the park but other than that it is nothing special.
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Kara
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was so cute. My husband and I stayed here for just one night but we enjoyed the convenience to Sequoia National Park. It was literally minutes to the park entrance! There was a little convenience store with a deli in it next door that we walked to for takeout dinner. That food was delicious. This place is an adorable little gem.
This place was so cute. My husband and I stayed here for just one night but we enjoyed the convenience to Sequoia National Park. It was literally minutes to the park entrance! There was a little convenience store with a deli in it next door that we walked to for takeout dinner. That food was delicious. This place is an adorable little gem.
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Garold
May 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location
Location
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Jean-Louis
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Well localed at the entrance of Sequoia NP, this motel is old and moldy. The shower is unuseful. Nice restaurant in the neighborhood.
Well localed at the entrance of Sequoia NP, this motel is old and moldy. The shower is unuseful. Nice restaurant in the neighborhood.
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Claire
Sep 27, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Close to Sequoia national park. There are places to eat nearby. Good to have a fridge, a freezer section would great so ice packs can be used to keep food cool when out.
Close to Sequoia national park. There are places to eat nearby. Good to have a fridge, a freezer section would great so ice packs can be used to keep food cool when out.
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Dining
No clear on‑site dining, but many guests use the market/cafe next door and a few nearby spots; options are limited overall, though several found the food good.
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Harpreet
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were glad to stay at The River Inn as it was just at the foothills of the Sequoia National Park. There was Totem Marketplace next to the inn and it was awesome. The staff was amazing, their food was delicious and had a huge collection of souvenirs. The highlight of our stay was sighting a black bear cub on the property.
We were glad to stay at The River Inn as it was just at the foothills of the Sequoia National Park. There was Totem Marketplace next to the inn and it was awesome. The staff was amazing, their food was delicious and had a huge collection of souvenirs. The highlight of our stay was sighting a black bear cub on the property.
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Laura
Jan 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I liked that this property was safe, quiet and reasonably priced. It was also nearest the park as far as motels went. I liked that there was a little market next door for coffee and good breakfast each morning. The heater was loud and hard to get dialed in, but other than that, it worked fine.
I liked that this property was safe, quiet and reasonably priced. It was also nearest the park as far as motels went. I liked that there was a little market next door for coffee and good breakfast each morning. The heater was loud and hard to get dialed in, but other than that, it worked fine.
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David
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was very close to sequoia national park. The price was reasonable. Great little cafe next-door. Not many amenities. The bed was fine. Sheets were rough. Toilet wiggled badly. The shower was very difficult to regulate and then shut off. The coffee carafe was dirty. With a little effort, it would be a nice place to stay. The place was older and a little worse for wear.
It was very close to sequoia national park. The price was reasonable. Great little cafe next-door. Not many amenities. The bed was fine. Sheets were rough. Toilet wiggled badly. The shower was very difficult to regulate and then shut off. The coffee carafe was dirty. With a little effort, it would be a nice place to stay. The place was older and a little worse for wear.
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Rafaela
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Could be cleaner but it had just what I needed. The restaurants near by were really good and there’s a market/deli next door. View was nice, plenty of parking and just 5 minutes from the park entrance. Great location.
Could be cleaner but it had just what I needed. The restaurants near by were really good and there’s a market/deli next door. View was nice, plenty of parking and just 5 minutes from the park entrance. Great location.
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Edward
Aug 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I liked that it was simple, clean and rustic. The man at the office was very friendly and accommodating. I didn't Ike that the places to eat were so far away, however the pizza we had was very good. I noticed though that the prices were too high. Overall, our stay was satisfactory .
I liked that it was simple, clean and rustic. The man at the office was very friendly and accommodating. I didn't Ike that the places to eat were so far away, however the pizza we had was very good. I noticed though that the prices were too high. Overall, our stay was satisfactory .
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Robert
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Our room was nicer than expected, especially since the outside looks very plain. Two comfortable beds, microwave, and refrigerator. Less than an hour drive to the Giant Forest Museum. Options for food are limited but the town has a few restaurants plus an ice cream shop (Reimers).
Our room was nicer than expected, especially since the outside looks very plain. Two comfortable beds, microwave, and refrigerator. Less than an hour drive to the Giant Forest Museum. Options for food are limited but the town has a few restaurants plus an ice cream shop (Reimers).
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Pam
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel could use some TLC but it met the basic needs. Restaurant & shop next door was a nice bonus. Breakfast burritos were yummy!
Hotel could use some TLC but it met the basic needs. Restaurant & shop next door was a nice bonus. Breakfast burritos were yummy!
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Kara
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This place was so cute. My husband and I stayed here for just one night but we enjoyed the convenience to Sequoia National Park. It was literally minutes to the park entrance! There was a little convenience store with a deli in it next door that we walked to for takeout dinner. That food was delicious. This place is an adorable little gem.
This place was so cute. My husband and I stayed here for just one night but we enjoyed the convenience to Sequoia National Park. It was literally minutes to the park entrance! There was a little convenience store with a deli in it next door that we walked to for takeout dinner. That food was delicious. This place is an adorable little gem.
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Andrea
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to spend the night heading to the Sequoia National Park, but very “rustic”.. is not worth $200 a night, but $100. Great Staff and conveniently located 2 miles away from the park.
Great place to spend the night heading to the Sequoia National Park, but very “rustic”.. is not worth $200 a night, but $100. Great Staff and conveniently located 2 miles away from the park.
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Rhys
Jun 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No towels was probably the biggest pain. Room was fairly clean. Employees were helpful and aided accordingly. It was a quick stay so don’t have many complaints
No towels was probably the biggest pain. Room was fairly clean. Employees were helpful and aided accordingly. It was a quick stay so don’t have many complaints
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Jerry
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
The river Inn was well maintained, even though it had some age on it. Our room was clean and comfortable.
The river Inn was well maintained, even though it had some age on it. Our room was clean and comfortable.
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David
last week
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Stayed 1 night
I read the reviews before booking, no surprises found knew what was getting beforehand. Happy with the stay. It was a comfy bed, yes bedding was older. Towels could have been better. If you leave food out you will get the attack of the piss ants. Its definitely a more affordable place vs others in areas. So keeping that in mind its a great place to stay if you are just bedding down for the night. Google reviews are pretty harsh for this place. It was not a disappointment at all. Definitely a pay for what you get. Staff was friendly. Amenities? Well micro and fridge in room. What else are you looking for? Its so close to south entrance of Sequioa NP and that makes it well worth the cost for me.
I read the reviews before booking, no surprises found knew what was getting beforehand. Happy with the stay. It was a comfy bed, yes bedding was older. Towels could have been better. If you leave food out you will get the attack of the piss ants. Its definitely a more affordable place vs others in areas. So keeping that in mind its a great place to stay if you are just bedding down for the night. Google reviews are pretty harsh for this place. It was not a disappointment at all. Definitely a pay for what you get. Staff was friendly. Amenities? Well micro and fridge in room. What else are you looking for? Its so close to south entrance of Sequioa NP and that makes it well worth the cost for me.
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Sheena
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
No staff on site until 3-9pm. No early checkins. Room had a dead roach in it. Towels are damp and smell funny. Good if you’re only staying one night just to rest your head.
No staff on site until 3-9pm. No early checkins. Room had a dead roach in it. Towels are damp and smell funny. Good if you’re only staying one night just to rest your head.
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Mark
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
It was a nice hotel with a convenient restaurant next door. The room & especially the bathroom were very small.
It was a nice hotel with a convenient restaurant next door. The room & especially the bathroom were very small.
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Maria de la Paz
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and well maintained, AC working excellent, I had ice available 24/7. The location was convenient to the parks and gas stations.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and well maintained, AC working excellent, I had ice available 24/7. The location was convenient to the parks and gas stations.
FAQs about The River Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located steps from Sequoia National Forest and a 2-minute drive from Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance. It is 1.5 miles from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and 20.1 miles from General Sherman Tree.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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- 2026-09-27: 88.81939306030273USD
- 2026-09-28: 89.01667961502075USD
- 2026-09-29: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-09-30: 150.33753930206296USD
- 2026-10-01: 158.24551866760254USD
- 2026-10-02: 178.0333592300415USD
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- 2026-10-04: 118.68413900070189USD
- 2026-10-05: 89.01667961502075USD
- 2026-10-06: 131.54980241088867USD
- 2026-10-07: 158.20136193084716USD
- 2026-10-08: 106.81858801956176USD
- 2026-10-09: 142.42954242095945USD
- 2026-10-10: 142.42954242095945USD
- 2026-10-11: 142.41525847854612USD
- 2026-10-12: 118.68413900070189USD
- 2026-10-13: 106.81858801956176USD
- 2026-10-14: 106.81858801956176USD
- 2026-10-15: 106.8114416694641USD
- 2026-10-16: 135.30734628601073USD
- 2026-10-17: 138.4648332130432USD
- 2026-10-18: 118.69128535079955USD
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- 2026-10-20: 158.24551866760254USD
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- 2026-10-22: 118.68413900070189USD
- 2026-10-23: 138.4648332130432USD
- 2026-10-24: 335.6931048919678USD
- 2026-10-25: 151.85198750915526USD
- 2026-10-26: 118.68413900070189USD
- 2026-10-27: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-10-28: 118.68413900070189USD
- 2026-10-29: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-10-30: 138.4648332130432USD
- 2026-10-31: 89.01667961502075USD
- 2026-11-01: 80.10857906265258USD
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- 2026-11-10: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-11: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-12: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-13: 89.01667961502075USD
- 2026-11-14: 89.01667961502075USD
- 2026-11-15: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-16: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-17: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-18: 80.10857906265258USD
- 2026-11-19: 115.72667981414794USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.61 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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