Bristlecone Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free breakfast, a quick walk to White Pine Public Museum

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
700 AVENUE I, Ely, NV, 89301
  • Copper Queen Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Nevada Northern National Railway Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ely Renaissance Village
    ‪2 min drive‬

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Room options

Pet Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor)

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Mini Suite with 2 Queen Beds

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ely

White Pine Public Museum is a short stroll from Bristlecone Motel, and other popular attractions like Nevada Northern National Railway Museum are within a mile (2 km). This motel has 31 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Copper Queen Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nevada Northern National Railway Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bristlecone Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Jail House Casino - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ely Renaissance Village - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Margaritas Mexican Res - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taproot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Racks Bar and Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bristlecone Motel

Motel with free breakfast, a quick walk to White Pine Public Museum
Guests staying at Bristlecone Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Private yards, free local calls, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at Bristlecone Motel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bristlecone Motel?

Bristlecone Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Bristlecone Motel?

As of Apr 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bristlecone Motel on Apr 13, 2025 start from $94.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Bristlecone Motel?

Located steps from Copper Queen Casino, this motel is in Ely, and within a 10-minute walk of County Museum and White Pine Public Museum. You'll also find Nevada Northern National Railway Museum and Jail House Casino within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Bristlecone Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Bristlecone Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Bristlecone Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bristlecone Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Bristlecone Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Bristlecone Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Bristlecone Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Bristlecone Motel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Bristlecone Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Bristlecone Motel for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per day.

Does Bristlecone Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bristlecone Motel?

No, at Bristlecone Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Bristlecone Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 878 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 878 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 878 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 878 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 878 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Angela, Kelowna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Booked based on high reviews. A clean room overall but it fell short of expectations. No microwave oven, no smoke detector - wired for smoke detector but missing. Friendly and helpful staff. Would probably not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Disappounted
Reviews said it was quiet but it’s on a main road & so there was traffic noise all night. Shower had mildew on tile. Chip in toilet. Sink did not drain. The (included) breakfast was cereal (no milk), packaged breakfast bars. Disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Traveled with family
Decent property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious, comfortable room. The staff was genuinely friendly and accommodating. It was nice not to be cramped, like many hotel rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Norman W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bring your own bath soap
Our room was next to a major highway and traffic could be heard all night long. The room was fairly clean and comfortable. Walking distance to dining and shopping. Free parking. Continental breakfast offered. Bring your own bath soap.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, cozy and located next to great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Audrey

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
First room we had was not great but we got moved to a wonderful room that appeared newly renovated. Very charming, and comfortable. Breakfast was packaged sweet buns so unimpressed. And the laundry used very strong scented soap so being sensitive to scents we both had headaches. That was my only complaint and not everyone realizes how much Gain and Fleecy bother others. If not for the laundry soap I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's a waste of your money to stay here.
The heaters made a buzzing noise all night. I could not sleep because of it. I thought if I turned on the bathroom fan it would drown the buzzing sound out from the heater. The bathroom fan sounded like a diesel truck. So that did not help. I did not brother the front desk cause they could not change out the heater or the bathroom fan. This hotel needs to be remodeled. Do not stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 4 nights during Thanksgiving weekend. Everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
We wanted an inexpensive hotel that is clean and functional and Bristlecone did the job. It's nothing fancy, but it was clean, in good condition, and comfortable. Breakfast is pretty meager, some cereal and packaged muffins, etc. Everything in the room worked well, bed was comfortable, and the heater worked well. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

norman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel Bristlecone Motel
heater in room very quiet and efficient which was nice on a cold night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Crystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Heater did not really keep room warm.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not too shabby!
Nice room for Ely, especially after a long day driving.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My pillow smelled of stale smoke
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My favorite!
Bristlecone is my stay of choice in Ely ....always clean! The staff is slways friendly! Very good value! My favorite!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, EL CENTRO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's Ely at night on a weekday. Not much going on. Bristlecone is the best place in Ely in my opinion. Mexican restaurant next door is good and rooms don't stink of cigarettes or pot like the other hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven, EL CENTRO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here when traveling to/from family in Elko. If they don't have a vacancy, I push on to Elko/Vegas. My only regret this go was that I arrived late and was put in the room closest to the highway so I had some noise but managed to sleep anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024