Convict Lake Resort

Cabin looks nice from exterior, interior, not the best. We stayed at the rainbow cabin. ½ the Windows actually operate, and the ones that do won’t stay up because the springs are gone. shower doesn’t drain so you stand in dirty water, and you have to shut it off so it doesn’t spill out, plus mosquitos come out of it all day and night, toilet is so close to the wall, you can’t use it, I could spread my hand out and nearly touch the toilet and the wall. cockroaches, spiders, big ants, mosquitos, all inside with you. Bottom of doors have about ½″ gap to allow critters in, when we went it, was 85 degrees and we couldn’t cool off the room because the window situation, 1 of 2 tvs worked, stay away from the resort, camp across the road at convict campgrounds, save your money, we made a mistake and we learned, hopefully you read this and take my word, 265 $ a night or 23 $ a night, think about it, reached out to complain via email, no response still

This is the fourth year we’ve come as an extended family, staying in one cabin together and in multiple cabins (this was the less expensive) and we’ve always enjoyed our stay. We really enjoy the included pontoon boat rental and bring along chairs and lunch to beach it across the lake and enjoy some time under the trees. We’ve never caught any fish, but we always leave relaxed and with great memories.

Modern cabin with all necessities (including well equipped kitchen). Only the bed was disappointing, saggy and not comfortable at all. The location itself is super, with Convict Lake at walking distance. There are plenty of dining possibilities at the nearby Mammoth Lakes and I really recommend a visit to Hot Creek when in the neighbourhood. PS: If you don’t like the smell or look of fish; the fishing season begins the last weekend of April.

Our first time at Convict Lake Resort truly such an amazing, relaxing and peaceful vacation. From booking my stay, check in and all around this resort goes Above and beyond with making you feel like family. The cabins are equipped with anything and everything you may need home away from home so clean and once again have to emphasize how «relaxing». So many amenities inside the resort you never have to leave and some fun activities from a boat ride on the lake to riding a horse. Jorge E and Isidro V both managers at Convict Lake Resort made sure my partner and I along with my furry friends, Yes dogs are welcome! Felt like VIP guests. Also want to thank the housekeeping department for making sure our cabin was impeccable and fully equipped everyday thanks Marco, Michael, Jorge G and Isidro Sr. Will be back very soon is worth the 5 hour drive from Los Angeles and trust me I hate driving. A luxury resort without the attitude

I am so pleased with my stay at Convict Lake Resort. The price, accessibility, amenities, and proximity to Mammoth, Crowley Lake, Hot Creek, etc., makes this an ideal place to stay. We stayed in the #22 Van Nuys cabin and it was pretty much perfect (for two people)! The shower is small, and the oven was tricky to turn on, but we were not bothered. It’s clean and cute; we cooked dinners both nights, and brought movies to watch (DVD player provided). Off-​season weeknights (Jan-​Apr) are very affordable ($ 89 per night). Couldn’t have asked for a better place to «get away.» Preferable to staying in town, as it feels more secluded and serene, with views of majestic snow-​topped mountains!
Tips: You have to wash the dishes before checking out, but the sponge they provide is pretty flimsy. Recommend bringing your own sponge, and a cutting board (couldn’t find a cutting board in our cabin).

I was reluctant to go on a family vacation here last December but, I’m so glad my sister talked me into it. This place is BEAUTIFUL and PEACEFUL! Such a nice break from city living. My boyfriend insists he wants to move here now. :0) Took about seven hours from where we live to get here but it was a fun ride and totally worth it!
Checking in was simple. Went to the general store, got our key and a map and done! Only saw one employee at the general store the whole four days we were there. Didn’t get his name but he was great! Very nice and helpful. The store has anything you might need like some food, fishing stuff, souvenirs, etc… Only thing is that the weekend we picked they forgot to restock some necessities we thought might have been easier to just buy once we got here like milk and other things. No big deal. Keep in mind it’s about 45 minutes to the nearest town because the roads leading to Mammoth were closed. Which brings me to the weather and cabin.
We stayed in the Bristlecone cabin which is a one bedroom with a king bed and a sofa sleeper in the living room. It was roomy enough for 5 people. Hubby and I stayed in the room with our toddler and my eldest shared the sofa sleeper with my niece. I had no complaints and they’re pretty picky so a big win there. Cabin was clean from the sheets down to the floor. Awesome! I’m very meticulous about that stuff so that says a lot. Living room and bedroom had tv’s and you could rent a dvd from the general store as well. They provide pots, pans, dishes, utensils, blender, toaster, etc… Only complaint I have is that they could use some updating but they got the job done. I’d recommend just taking your own pots and pans. Bathroom was HUGE! Jacuzzi inside with 2 sinks and a huge shower with steamer inside. This was everyone’s favorite room! LOL My toddler had his own pool for 4 days. Towels and toiletries are provided for your stay and they’re very prompt. Heater and fireplace will keep you warm on the coldest of nights. Very comfy cabin overall.
It was December so it was chilly during our stay and we happened to pick the weekend were they would be having a snowstorm. One word BEAUTIFUL! Once it started snowing it didn’t stop the entire day but you didn’t hear us complain. We even managed to take small walks up to the mountains, lake and surrounding cabins before the heavy snow started. The store has sleds on a first come basis at no charge so my boys had fun sledding. Snowy mountains, clean cabins, friendly people, peaceful, and even some furry neighbors… couldn’t ask for a better vacay. Oh, and our furry neighbors were a family of raccoons that would visit us at night when we would grill. Not to mention Bambi and thumper made an appearance near our cabin too.
See you next year Convict Lake! :0)

Absolutely love this place ! Can’t wait to come back. the cabins were awesome and fresh. they have a really nice restaurant with delicious food and a lake nearby. Everyone was friendly we had a great stay here !

Had our winter wedding at Convict Lake Resort and Mike & Meghan nailed it! Lakeside ceremony was handled without a hitch and the appetizers/​food/​drinks were fantastic! Highly recommend these guys and the cabins we stayed in were really nice!

It’s awesome! We had small but very cozy cabin for two. It has a kitchen with microwave and gas-​oven, all coffee stuff and all kind of flatware and glassware. Also outside it’s a big gas grill and separate bbq for charcoal, firewood is forbidden. Personal is very attentive, we arrived in a late winter evening when office was closed, but they left us a map to a cabin and our room was already heated. Will come again!

Positive: Dennis was very helpful with making our reservation, beautiful area, great hikes around the lake, deer roaming around the property every afternoon, close to Mammoth.
Negative: We stayed in #22 Van Nuys cabin. Super cramped. Nice to have a King bed, but a Queen would be more appropriate in this small space. No room for our bags, so we used the kitchen table and chairs as our «closet». The use of extension cords on the electrical outlets seems like a fire hazard. The cabin has numerous holes in the walls from pictures being moved. Some spackle and a fresh coat of paint would be helpful throughout this cabin. The shower is VERY small. The on-​site restaurant and bar are closed for weddings on the weekends, so you have to go into Mammoth for food/​drinks.
I would return, but only if I could reserve one of the larger cabins. It would also be nice to eat at the resort restaurant, so I would book a non-​weekend trip and hope no weddings would be scheduled.

I have been coming to Convict lake for over a decade and always stay in the campground.
My fishin buddies decided to get a cabin for our week long vacation this year.
Now I’m spoiled. Clean well furnished cabin with all the necessities. Cant believe how nice it is to have a hot shower at the end of a hard hiking, fishing day. Then turn on the stove for some vittles straight from the fridge. No camp stove, no bear box and cooler, so spoiled.
Only objection was the lack of notification about the road construction. A heads up would have been nice. But by the time you visit, the road should be done and the south side parking area by the lake will be awesome. Only problem with that is, more access = more people. Shoot… On second thought, it was horrible! Awful! Don’t come! Stay away from my fish. Just kidding. Bring the kids and enjoy this beautiful lake and resort. Just leave a spot on the shore for me.

If you are thinking about renting a pontoon boat here, do it! We rented two boats today and had the best time fishing, swimming, and barbecuing with the family.
The larger boat had a propane grill and plenty of room for about 12 of us who wanted to swim and relax, while the smaller boat took the people who wanted to fish. They didn’t catch anything, but they had fun trying.
We would all recommend renting a boat here, it was a fun and memorable day for all of us! The process was easy and efficient, excellent customer service!

I love this place despite only having the pleasure of one night. Cabin #22 Van Nuys is perfect for 2 people, with direct view of Mt Morrison and smaller Mono Jim. It’s just outside of the town but not too far away if you can’t handle being «remote.» Already seen and heard the critters. Advised my neighbors they best close their car trunk and doors to not wake up to uninvited passengers lol. Very easy to find, beautiful cabins w modern amenities including Direct TV and free wifi!

Wow. Absolutely amazing service. Stayed in two different rooms. The Rainbow is more like a Motel 6 from inside but great location. Minaret was amazzing. 100% Satisfied. Donna, Dennis and Charles amazing.
Private, gorgeous, 5 min walk to Convict late. Loved it. Great rates. 4 star accommodation in the minaret Cabin in reasonable rates. Had a blast. 109% recommended.

Nice place, the cabins are well equipped, the price was fair, people from the lodge were very nice. There is public transportation, but I rather recommend to came with a car, than you will be able to explore around the beautiful place.
AT&T won’t work in this area, people say that Verizon had good access. They provide wireless internet for the guests, and it work great.

Such an amazing spot! Came here for a friend’s wedding and it did not disappoint. So much so that we’re talking about coming back again next year. The mountains behind the resort are breathtaking and almost don’t seem real.
Tips:
— pick up food at the grocery store (bi-​rite in Bishop) before heading to the resort. Their store is very limited and lacks fresh produce
— wifi doesn’t work very well and poor cell service (which for some will be good and other bad — but you’re on vaca so it’s good to disconnect for a while)
— drive from LA — long drive but BEAUTIFUL– makes the 5 hours go fast, plus can take lots of side routes to see different things
Pros:
— Scenery
— location — set back but close to Mammoth Lakes, Bishop and the airport
— hospitality and friendly staff
— cute cabins (mostly)
— quiet hours (from 10p-​7a)
Con:
— our cabin (#17) — our other friends had a nice remodeled cabin and while it was quaint, there was some issues (1) wasn’t as clean as I felt it could be; (2) bathroom sink leaked; (3) found mouse dropping on one of the beds
— General Store — isn’t open very late
*none of these cons will stop us from coming back though!

This our second time here and we love coming back here. It’s so serene, mountain views from our windows and porch are fantastic! The place is very quiet.
We stayed at Lonepine 18. A 1 br cabin with a King bed. I love this cabin because the kitchen is separate. It’s an older cabin but it’s clean and well maintained. I love the rustic feel to it.

I’m so hesitant to write a review for this place because I want to keep it all to ourselves! This is our third stay and I can’t speak highly enough about the resort. The cabins all have a unique flair. You’re surrounded by some of the most breathtaking rock faces the Eastern Sierras have to offer. And if you take a little trek through the resort, you end up on the shores of Convict Lake. It’s the perfect little mountain escape.
Even during the busiest times you feel you have the whole place to yourself. It’s so worth staying here and making the drive to the mountain each morning. Grab a beer from the general store and unwind by the fire.
All together now: This is the life.

I came here with my husband and our dog for christmas trip. We stayed one of the cabins for 3nights and it was the most cozy cabin I ever been to.
The location is great since you only have to drive 10 min to go to Mammoth ski resort area. Also, the convict lake (walking distance) was a nice scenery for our walk.
When we were staying here, it snowed a little but all night. So, outdoor view was amazing!
The price for each night was reasonable especially during Holiday (christmas) season. The bathroom had Bath&Body works shampoo and conditioner which I adored! Also, the kitchen had pretty much everything that we needed for our dinner and lunch.
Overall, they had no hidden fee, the process of check in and check out was very simple.
I would love to come back in the future!

We stayed Dec 20^th — 23^rd. We had an early Christmas celebration and we are very happy! The cabin was clean and comfy. It was stocked with all kitchen supplies — we cooked turkey dinner and fixings. We did bring our own turkey pan but they even had that and a crockpot in which we made chili.
The staff was friendly and helpful — thanks to all of you we had a great Christmas. Also, we got to bring our pups!
We will definitely return for another stay
Until next time