Title: Independence Travel Guide: Best of Independence, California Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Hotels.d6303195.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Holiday-Rentals.d6303195.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Independence.d6303195.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Independence Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Independence.d6303195.Car-Hire-Guide)[Independence Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence.d6303195.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Independence Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![County Courthouse Rural America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303195/44b6c870-23c0-47f8-b513-b114059789c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Independence, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303195/7ec57fe5-55e2-401e-b7ff-1a5cabec1961.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset Over The Easter Sierra Nevada Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303195/629a0250-c79b-48d9-9bff-caf0a4a3655c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Independence](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303195/343e4223-3ae9-419c-ab2a-580ed61debbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Independence](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6303195/e7403c81-2cdb-48ad-abf2-4881735b3de3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Independence Things to do - Top hotels in Independence - Top Holiday Rentals in Independence ![Eastern Sierra Motor lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102560000/102550900/102550823/6aef7767_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eastern Sierra Motor lodge 440 S Edwards St Independence CA £82 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Independence. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located nearby. 8.4/10 Very Good! (87 reviews) this is closer to a 4 or 5 rug was stained from front doorway to bathroom beds were clean and comfortable didn't need air no staff on site, but easy check in room in dire need of update Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=102550823&PinnedHotelID=102550823&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6303195) ![Independence Courthouse Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7020000/7011400/7011362/2cf352a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Independence Courthouse Motel 157 N Edwards Street Independence CA £83 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews) The staff was very fresh Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=7011362&PinnedHotelID=7011362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6303195) ![Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99617000/99616919/85f9744d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp 515 S Edwards St Independence CA £109 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Independence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Eastern California Museum and Dehy Park are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews) Doug was helpful and friendly on check-in. We loved the view of Mt. Williamson behind the motel. The room was very clean and cozy and had everything we needed. The towels and linens are of good quality and the beds comfortable. It was handy to be able to park right out front of the room to quickly ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=99616919&PinnedHotelID=99616919&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6303195) [See all 33 properties in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6303195) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113202300/113202219/a8ce72ce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Palisades Lodge of Big Pine 110 N Main St Big Pine CA Stay at this aparthotel in Big Pine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Hotels-The-Palisades-Lodge-Of-Big-Pine.h113202219.Hotel-Information) ![walk to everything in town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30430000/30425100/30425027/w3264h2216x0y0-81781887_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### walk to everything in town Lone Pine CA Stay at this cottage in Lone Pine. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Museum of Western Film History and Mt. Whitney ... 9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews) Great bang for your buck!!! Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lone-Pine-Hotels-Walk-To-Everything-In-Town.h30425027.Hotel-Information) ![***Mt Whitney View Home!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69710000/69700700/69700623/w1024h672x0y5-b13f9a8f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### \*\*\*Mt Whitney View Home! Lone Pine CA Stay at this holiday home in Lone Pine. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Museum of Western Film History and Mt. Whitney ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews) The view from our unit was mind blowing. To see snow capped mountains so close and clear was exceptional. Very close to downtown so we walked in several times a day. Many places to dine with varied menus. We took sevrral long walks along the trails that are well marked. Very quiet area. The fans ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lone-Pine-Hotels-Mt-Whitney-View-Home.h69700623.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Independence](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6303195&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Independence hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[29 Mar - 30 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[30 Mar - 31 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6303195&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Manzanar National Historic Site during a vibrant morning. Located in Independence, California, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301822/a2593a37-e0ef-4844-bc32-ec8bd0b2bda1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manzanar National Historic Site Find out about the history of Independence when you spend time at Manzanar National Historic Site. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manzanar-National-Historic-Site-Independence.d6301822.Attraction) ![Bodie - Ghost Town in California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6329651/b26989c6-05a4-47ec-b3db-651fbccb98de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastern California Museum You can study the exhibits at Eastern California Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Independence. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastern-California-Museum-Independence.d6329651.Attraction) #### Onion Valley Trailhead You can take time to visit Onion Valley Trailhead during your travels to Independence. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Onion-Valley-Trailhead-Independence.d641530535804669952.Attraction) ## Cities near Independence ![Views of Mount Whitney from Lone Pine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10784/f9ea51f7-43f1-42b4-a140-cd1879ca16f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lone Pine ![ in USA inside sequoia national park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182957/64e72689-0d14-4960-beef-6d6c0c8567af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Big Pine ![Kings Canyon National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183017/edb82b74-64fd-439d-8204-f57b6b7fc548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kings Canyon National Park - Cities near Independence - Places of interest [Lone Pine](https://expedia.co.uk/Lone-Pine.dx10784)[Big Pine](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Pine.dx182957)[Kings Canyon National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Kings-Canyon-National-Park.dx6142783) - [Death Valley National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Death-Valley-National-Park-California.d6025870.Attraction) - [Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-And-Kings-Canyon-National-Parks-California.d183017.Attraction) - [Cedar Grove Visitor Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cedar-Grove-Visitor-Center-Kings-Canyon-National-Park.d553248635998149545.Attraction) - [Owens Lake ](https://expedia.co.uk/Owens-Lake-California.d6089231.Attraction) - [Cedar Grove Village ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cedar-Grove-Village-Kings-Canyon-National-Park.d553248621533113817.Attraction)