Mariposa Hotel Inn

Mariposa Hotel Inn is a small historic inn at 5029 CA-140 in the center of downtown Mariposa. The property presents itself as historic Yosemite-area lodging and has only six guest rooms, giving it the feel of a traditional inn rather than a chain hotel. From the front door, guests can walk to restaurants, shops and other downtown services, while the drive toward Yosemite National Park generally takes about 45 to 60 minutes depending on traffic and conditions.

The building's period character is a major part of the experience. Rooms are individually named and decorated with details such as oak woodwork, antiques, coordinated wallpaper and stained glass. Several rooms have distinctive layouts or features, including a larger suite with a private entrance from the garden veranda, a room with an original claw-foot tub, a family-oriented room with two beds and other accommodations designed around different combinations of history and comfort. All six rooms have private bathrooms.

The inn serves a continental breakfast and morning coffee or tea, often using the garden veranda as a shared guest space. Wi-Fi, air conditioning and other modern basics are provided within a property that intentionally retains an older style. The inn is non-smoking and does not accept pets. Because it is a historic building, stairs and older architectural features are part of the stay and may not suit every traveler with mobility needs.

Mariposa Hotel Inn is best for visitors who want the overnight stop to have local character rather than feel interchangeable with a highway motel. Its combination of a very small room count, historic décor, a central town location and direct access to Highway 140 makes it especially appealing to couples and Yosemite travelers who enjoy traditional inns.