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Bristlecone Motel

2.5 star property
Motel near White Pine Public Museum in Ely

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

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

Room options

View all photos for Pet Room, 2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Pet Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms (2nd floor)

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mini Suite with 2 Queen Beds

  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ely

In Ely .Stay at this Ely motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of White Pine Public Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Nevada Northern National Railway Museum. Bristlecone Convention Center and Ely Renaissance Village are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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 near White Pine Public Museum in Ely
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bristlecone Motel also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This Ely motel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Bristlecone Motel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Bristlecone Motel.
  • 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

How close is Bristlecone Motel to the airport?

Bristlecone Motel is 189 mi (184-min drive) away from the Elko, NV (EKO-Elko Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bristlecone Motel?

As of Mar 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bristlecone Motel on Apr 10, 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.

Does Bristlecone Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bristlecone Motel.

Does Bristlecone Motel offer free breakfast?

Bristlecone Motel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Bristlecone Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Copper Queen Casino (1-min walk) and Jail House Casino (2-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Bristlecone Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bristlecone Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Bristlecone Motel have a pool?

Bristlecone Motel does not have a pool.

Does Bristlecone Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Bristlecone Motel to downtown Ely?

Bristlecone Motel is 0.6 mi away from East Ely.

Bristlecone Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 867 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 867 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 867 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 867 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 867 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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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