Willow Springs Resort

70970 US-395, Bridgeport, CA 93517, Bridgeport, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.6 / 5

Willow Springs Resort is a homey, rural 2-star motel and campground on US-395 in Bridgeport, California, dating to the 1960s. The property has eight rustic, wood-paneled rooms with TVs, with upgraded rooms adding kitchenettes for simple self-catering. Outdoors, it’s oriented to casual mountain-and-desert downtime, with a fishing stream, hiking paths, a lawn area, picnic tables, and a fire pit, plus a coin-operated laundry. A pet-friendly campground is also part of the resort, and a livestock corral is available for a surcharge. The location is well positioned for nearby hot springs such as Travertine Hot Spring (~6.3 km) and Buckeye Hot Spring (~11.9 km), as well as Bridgeport Reservoir (~11.3 km) and the Mono County Museum (~7.9 km). Day trips commonly include Bodie and Bodie State Historic Park (about 16.8–17.2 km) and higher-elevation scenery around Hoover Wilderness, Virginia Lakes, and Lundy Canyon Trail Head.

Best for

Best suited to road-trippers and outdoors-focused travelers who want a simple, rustic base right off Highway 395 with on-site picnic and fire-pit space, walking paths, and a fishing stream. It’s also a strong fit for campers (including those traveling with pets) who want easy access to hot springs and Bodie’s historic sites within a short drive.

Travel tips

Because the resort sits directly on US-395, expect easy navigation and quick drives to Bridgeport-area sights, but plan for some traffic noise—especially if you’re in the campground. Use the property as a hub for nearby stops like Travertine Hot Spring (~6.3 km) and Bodie State Historic Park (~16.8 km), and consider an upgraded room with a kitchenette if you want more flexibility for meals. Coin-operated laundry on-site can be useful for longer itineraries that include hiking around Hoover Wilderness or day trips to Virginia Lakes and Lundy Canyon.

What guests say

Guests consistently highlight a welcoming, friendly hosting style and a warm, community feel around shared outdoor spaces such as the fire pit. Comfort is a recurring positive point, including cozy rooms and comfortable beds, along with clean, well-stocked bathrooms in the camping facilities. Reviewers also note practical conveniences like simple check-in and helpful on-site basics (such as ice). The most common downside mentioned is road/traffic noise due to the Highway 395 location, particularly noticeable for tent campers. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, aligning with the high 4.6 rating from 195 reviews.

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