7.6

2,080 reviews

Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

40440 Highway 190, Ridgecrest, 92328, California, United States

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

Panamint Springs Motel & Tents greets travelers in Panamint Springs, California, a desert-side stop brimming with character. The address is 40440 Highway 190, and the property sits a mere 0mi from the city center, making it easy to step out and explore. Rates start from $65, inviting budget-friendly stays with big-sky views.

Featured amenities sparkle with options for every mood: a restaurant and bar, pet-friendly spaces with extra charges, free private parking and on-site parking, plus air conditioning, private entrances, and free toiletries. Private terraces or balconies reveal mountain and landmark views, while non-smoking rooms, a patio, a garden, and a picnic area offer plenty of outdoor charm. For families, kids' meals are available with extra charges, and a bathtub adds a touch of home.

Locals and travelers alike have weighed in with 2080 reviews, shaping a picture of a well-loved stop along the road. The property balances practical comforts—parking on site, private entrances, and on-site facilities—with scenic spaces like terraces, balconies, and garden areas. Whether pursuing a desert sunrise or a convenient base for adventures, Panamint Springs Motel & Tents keeps the focus on the journey.

After a day of desert wandering, Panamint Grill on the property serves American favorites and grilled BBQ, a tasty stop without stepping far from the action. Pets are allowed on request, with charges applying. Free private parking and on-site parking are available, making it easy to come and go as adventures unfold.

Lodging options range from cozy cabins and historic rooms to tents and a Family Cottage. Room sizes span from 108 square feet for a King Cabin up to 398 square feet for the Family Cottage. Other examples include the Miner Cabin at 226 square feet, the Historic Queen at 215 square feet, and the Historic with 2 Double beds at 258 square feet.

Outdoor spaces invite lingering moments: private terraces or balconies with mountain and landmark views, plus a garden and a picnic area for easy al fresco moments. Non-smoking rooms are available, and payments are accepted with Visa, Discover, and Mastercard while cash is not accepted. On-site parking keeps things convenient for onward desert journeys.

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Patio

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Bathtub

Free toiletries

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Rooms

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Cabin, 3 Bed, Bunk

1 Bunk Bed

150 sqft

Balcony

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The family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

King Cabin in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Cabin, King Size

1 King Size Bed

110 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

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The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Historic Room with 3 Beds in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Historic, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

Free toiletries

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Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The double room provides a wardrobe, a dressing room, a carpeted floor along with heating. The unit offers 2 beds.

Family Cottage in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Family Cottage

2 Bunk Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

400 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Private entrance

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The family room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room provides a seating area, a dining area, as well as a patio and outdoor furniture. The unit offers 3 beds.

Historic Queen Room in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Historic, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Free toiletries

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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The double room offers a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

Large Tent in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Tent

3 Futon Mat Beds

170 sqft

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This large canvas tent is bolted to a concrete floor and has 4 cots. - Please note: Extra cots are available for hire. Please contact property for details.

Large Tent in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Large Tent

3 Futon Mat Beds

170 sqft

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This large canvas tent is bolted to a concrete floor and has 4 cots. - Please note: Extra cots are available for hire. Please contact property for details.

Queen Cabin in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Cabin, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Patio

Air conditioning

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This air-conditioned double room features a private bathroom, parquet floors, heating as well as a patio. The unit offers 1 bed.

Small Tent in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Small Tent

2 Futon Mat Beds

75 sqft

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This canvas tent is bolted to a concrete floor and has 2 cots. It sleeps 2 guests.

Historic King Room in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Historic, King Size

1 King Size Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

Free toiletries

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Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The double room comes with a wardrobe, a dressing room, a carpeted floor as well as heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Miner Cabin, 1 Bed

225 sqft

Balcony

Refrigerator

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The studio offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with mountain views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Bunk Cabin in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

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Cabin, Bunk

2 Bunk Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

150 sqft

Mountain view

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

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Guest reviews

7.6

2,080 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Arnaud

9.1

April 2025

We spent one night at Panamint Springs Resort as a group of five adults, booking both a room and a tent. Everything exceeded our expectations—the beds were clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was incredibly relaxing. We especially loved the firepit near the tent, where we roasted marshmallows under a breathtaking, star-filled sky. It was one of those magical moments you never forget. The staff was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. They kindly provided extra blankets when the temperature dropped, which made a real difference. The shower in the room was a lifesaver, especially since the campground facilities were a bit less impressive. All in all, this stay gave us an unforgettable memory in the heart of Death Valley.

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Edward

10

January 2025

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING! The area is remote, with no wifi (other than in the restaurant), no cell coverage, nothing. But you do not need it here anyway. The Motel is located at the western boarder of Death Valley. Check in quick and you do it at the gas station, which is also a small general store. They also have a restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. The food was really good and had a great service. We stayed in a queen cabin. These are newer, and are located at the other side of the road along the tents. The cabin was warm, had all we need and a very high pressure, great shower. I have never seen such a beautiful, clear sky with so many stars, it is a great experience to spend a night here. There is also a firepit in front of the cabin if you want to have a fire. I can only recommend here, it is a great experience and I really enjoyed switching off from the everyday reality for a while. Loved it!

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Katherine

9.1

June 2025

Location on the western edge of Death Valley Park, roughly 45 or so minutes to the Dunes. Very basic glamping (tent with two beds) with access to restrooms and showers. Pillows, sheets and blankets provided. There is a motel as well. We liked the location, the price and the friendly staff. Great buffalo wings and cold beer at night, very good coffee in the morning.

We thought it was at a higher elevation and would have been cooler at night (early June). But would stay again in the cooler months. Beds are not super cushy but adequate.

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Charlotte

9.1

December 2024

The location was good - right on the edge of the sights of Death Valley. The cabin we had was nice and cosy, with a lovely outdoor section we used to sit in the dark and look at the night sky. Food at the restaurant was good and we felt reasonably priced for the location and lack of other options - they could charge more with a captive audience. Staff were very friendly and accommodating.

The cabin was very small! You are also paying for the location - the price is kind of expensive for what you get, but the location is awesome, There is no WiFi in the cabins, just in the shop and the restaurant, but it was actually nice to feel remote and disconnected. Also - I went to get something I dropped from under the bed, and found about 2 years worth of dust build up. Housekeeping need to sweep/vacuum under the bed as well as around it!

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Mario

8.2

September 2024

Conveniently close to all Death Valley locations for a good price. They send you very useful information in advance to be able to find the place, including a detailed map. If you arrive out of the check-in hours, they will have you covered: they leave information for you at the Gas Station main door. Stargazing is in the area is amazing.

Be careful planning your arrival as there's no phone service for a long time before arrival. Beds are not comfortable but oh well, it's a tent. The road to the tents is not paved. Vehicles with high clearance recommended (in Death Valley in general as well). Little tents have no electricity so be prepared to charge your devices somehow else.

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Maya

8.2

February 2025

The location, nice rooms, the restaurant was above expectations and staff was very friendly.

The hot water was only lukewarm, no fridge in the room- would have been really helpful especially with young kids, since the restaurant or the general store didn't have fresh milk or dairy products. very thin blankets and it did get cold at night. They did provide more upon request. Wifi very spotty and no wifi or cell reception in the rooms - that was actually nice for a desert getaway but just know what to expect.

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Elisabeth

8.2

April 2025

They have everything you need at Panamint Springs (gas, a good restaurant, general store with basics & hand-scooped ice cream) plus the best service across the board that I’ve experienced in a long time in all my travels. So friendly! Location is ideal! This place is not bougie, so don’t come if you’re too precious. It suited me & my dog just fine and the Maserati parked at the room next door was good with it too!

I would’ve liked a wee bit more AC but I didn’t need it.

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Nuria

10

May 2025

This place exceeded our expectations totally, after reading some bad comments on Tripadvisor and on Booking. We stayed in the cabins and it made our one night stay just fantastic. Cabins were cosy, nice, confortable. Staff was extremely nice, not only when checking in, but at the restaurant, where food was excelent. We stayed in the king and queen cabins, this can make the diference towards rooms and tents, but hotel was full.

I likes everything, we had a magical experence

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Steven

8.2

June 2024

Interesting experience sleeping in a tent. The beddings and sheets were comfortable and the shared shower/toilet facilities were adequate. The tents were generally not shaded so it did get heated up in the day. Therefore, do note the heat when staying in summer as it did not get cool till about 9 pm at night. It was comfortable through the night till early morning. However, it's a good stopover after visiting Death Valley NP if you need to travel this way. The restaurant opposite has rooms and cabins (with air-conditioning) if you are willing to pay more for comfort, and does provide good food and alcohol with internet access. Look for Brian who manages the place.

Nothing as stated above.

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Jennifer

8.2

May 2024

Panamint springs is in the panamint valley, so within the national park, but one valley from the death valley. Check-in is at the gas station with friendly staff, they were able to sell us the day pass for the national park as well. We stayed two nights in small tents, which were spacious enough for two people and their belongings. It is camping, but with a stable and big tent with linen, blankets and towels being provided. Each tent had its own picnic table. You should definitely eat a burger at the diner, they were tasty!

During the first night it was pretty windy, thus loud in the tent and hard to sleep. The second night was silent and better to sleep. However, it still is a tent with futon beds, so hard beds and a bit chilly during night (in May). The bathrooms would need a renovation, in the first evening there was no light and no switch to turn it on.

Points of Interest Around Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

Attractions

Death Valley National Park Zabriskie Point

16.9mi

Restaurants

Panamint Grill

Cuisines

  • American
  • GrillBbq

Amenities of Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Air conditioning

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Landmark view

Patio

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Bathtub

Free toiletries

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Stay rules - Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Panamint Springs Motel & Tents

Is Panamint Springs Motel & Tents pet-friendly?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents. However, please note that there may be charges associated with bringing your pet. It is important to inform the hotel in advance if you plan to bring your pet.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

Panamint Springs Motel & Tents's check-in window is between 04:00 PM and 08:30 PM, with check-out required by 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

Yes, parking is available at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents. It is free, private, on-site, and requires a reservation.

What are the rates at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

For Panamint Springs Motel & Tents, room prices kick off at $65. Remember, prices can fluctuate depending on room type and availability dates. Input your dates for definitive prices.

What types of rooms does Panamint Springs Motel & Tents offer?

The rooms available at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents include Historic Double Rooms, Historic Rooms with 3 Beds, Bunk Cabins, Historic King Rooms, Large Tents, Historic Queen Rooms, Small Tents, Miner's Cabins, and Queen Cabins. These rooms vary in size, with the smallest being 75 sqft and the largest being 258 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms can accommodate either 2 or 4 adults and offer various bed configurations such as double beds, queen beds, bunk beds, and futon mats.

What is there to do in Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

Guests at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure activities. They can explore the surrounding area by cycling or hiking, taking in the breathtaking natural beauty. The hotel also provides an outdoor fireplace, where guests can gather and relax in the evenings.

For dining options, guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site Panamint Grill. This restaurant offers American and Grill BBQ cuisines, providing a range of delicious dishes to satisfy any palate.

Overall, guests can make the most of their time at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents by indulging in leisure activities and enjoying the convenient dining options available on site.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called Panamint Grill. They offer American and Grill/Bbq cuisine.

Can I use my credit card at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Panamint Springs Motel & Tents. Cash is not accepted, but they do accept Mastercard, Discover, and Visa as payment methods.

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