The Bodie Hotel

The history of the hotel. Recommend a second mirror in the room to allow more than 1 person to get ready when the room accommodates more than 2 people. Need to provide wash clothes for showering (not just a makeup rag). The Keurig and Expresso machines were out of water. A bigger trash can with extra trash bags. The beds were comfortable and the environment was peaceful.

The hotel may need a water heater with higher capacity and provide heating during cold nights in May.

The location and ambiance, interesting history of the building

They need to improve their cleanliness. Dust on tables and gnats and dust on window sills. We had trouble turning off cold water faucet.

Originally built in Bodie in 1880 and moved here in 1920 as the gold played out, makes this a wonderful historical hotel; especially for those who are visiting the Bodie Historical State Park, the nations most famous ghost town.

Lovely historic hotel under new management. Recently renovated to modern comforts yet historic charm is still present. Common areas off lobby and upstairs balcony to relax! Host was extremely helpful and personable. Highly recommend.

The building is absolutely charming, from the parlor to the guest rooms. The truth is I love the idea of staying at quirky old hotels but often the reality is that comfort and cleanliness come up short. But NOT at the Bodie Hotel! The place is full of character but is also very clean. The owners have done an incredible job modernizing the important things: fresh crisp towels and linen, very comfortable new mattresses, and functional beautiful lighting. The owner was very hospitable and friendly. Easy walking to dining establishments in the little Main Street area. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat and have already recommended it to several people.

Friendly staff

If you like a hotel that is different and interesting as well as comfortable, relaxed and welcoming then the Bodie Hotel is for you. Perfectly placed for a visit to the must-see Bodie mining ghost town, this small hotel has been beautifully restored to it's former Victorian glory by the current owners. We liked the town of Bridgeport, it has everything you need for a short stay including an open air hot spring and a couple of very decent eateries (Bridgeport Inn for one). Be mindful that the building is old and not terribly well sound-insulated, so if you are in one of the front rooms you will hear the traffic. Jeff your host is a real character and a mine of information - we loved him!

We loved this place - beautifully and thoughtfully decorated and curated, it oozes character with the look and the feel of the Old West. It’s quirky but in a really good way. The owner, Jeff, is super- helpful and enthusiastic. Would love to return.