Best Resorts in Mammoth Lakes

Situated in the Sierra National Forest, The Westin Monache Resort, Mammoth makes a nice home base for adventure-seekers. Skiers are only a short walk from the village gondola, which travels to and from Mammoth Mountain's slopes (the resort also offers shuttle service around town). And in the summer, hotel guests can go hiking, mountain biking, fishing and rock climbing in nearby Yosemite National Park. After a long day of activity, recent visitors say the resort's cozy rooms are welcoming, outfitted with Westin's Heavenly Beds, LCD televisions and kitchenettes. The hotel also boasts a variety of on-site facilities, including a heated outdoor pool, two hot tubs and a fitness center. And the Whitebark Restaurant cures après-ski hunger pangs with a variety of menu items ranging from sushi to mac and cheese. Service was largely reported to be top notch, though some previous travelers were perturbed by the additional daily resort fee. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Rewards members can earn and use points here.

Located in downtown Mammoth Lakes, California, the Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa offers a respite for those who enjoy the outdoors year-round. Guests can choose from fireplace suites, chalets), deluxe rooms or rooms in the lodge, which do not have air conditioning. Rooms, which some guests said were in need of a renovation, all have a nightly resort fee. Accommodation amenities vary, but may include flat-screen TVs, minifridges, free Wi-Fi, waterfall showers and microwaves. The resort offers a free shuttle to Mammoth Yosemite Airport, as well as mini-golf, ski and snowboard rentals, laundry services, a hot tub, a seasonal pool, a steam room, a sauna, a full-service spa and a fitness room. Dining options include Rafters Restaurant & Lounge, Jimmy’s Taverna and Red Lantern, which is open seasonally.