Ridgecrest is located in central California about 85 miles north of Lancaster. It is home to the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station. A few of Ridgecrest's most popular attractions are the Coso Rock Art District, the Desert Empire Fair, and the Maturango Museum.
Ridgecrest is located in central California about 85 miles north of Lancaster. It is home to the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station. A few of Ridgecrest's most popular attractions are the Coso Rock Art District, the Desert Empire Fair, and the Maturango Museum.
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"The motel was convenient and clean, and it had a nice, safe little dog park.2017-07-27"
"The key card reader for my motel room didn't work, and the maintenance worker was unable to fix it. I requested another room and was told they all had the same problem. I cancelled my stay and went elsewhere.2016-12-13"
"The motel room was clean and spacious, and the desk area was just right. The only problem was that the showerhead was too low for a tall person. The breakfast area opened early and was quite nice. I was pleasantly surprised and would stay here again.2016-03-07"
"I've stayed at this hotel 3 times, and it's fine. The beds were comfortable, and there was a nice variety of pillows. Good towels, and the hand towel and washcloth were set out to look like a shirt and tie. The bathroom floor could've been cleaner, and there were lipstick marks on the coffee mugs. The checkout clerk was pleasant, but didn't thank us for staying.2016-03-21"
"Safe motel with great customer service. The dining area was clean. I'd stay here again.2015-09-28"
"Located right in town. Good motel for a reasonable price. The room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. OK breakfast, but the eating area was small.2016-11-12"
"Across the street from a reasonable and adequate restaurant. Reasonably priced motel. Clean, spacious room with a comfortable bed and adequate desk for working. The front desk clerks were friendly and competent. Excellent breakfast selections. All in all, a very positive experience. I'd stay here again.2015-11-15"
"The hotel was fine in general, but the AC cycling was really annoying and made it hard to sleep.2015-12-30"
"The hotel was mostly fine, but the fitness room wasn't cleaned for a few days, the carpet was dirty, and there were no towels. There was no hot water for tea in the lobby except at breakfast, and the coffee pot was sometimes empty. No silverware, either.2015-12-29"
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