Right in the Heart of Ridgecrest
Pet-friendly hotel by the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake

Centrally located off US-395 and CA-178, just two miles from the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Ridgecrest, CA welcomes you with free WiFi and parking, a restaurant, and comfortable guest rooms. Our non-smoking hotel is surrounded by dining and shopping options, including grocery stores. Hike through the desert in Indian Wells Canyon, go on a petroglyph tour and learn about the Mojave Desert at the Maturango Museum, or take a trip to Death Valley National Park and visit Badwater Basin—the lowest point in North America.

Offers

Amenities

Comforts to Keep You Happy

Take advantage of free WiFi and parking—plus, on-site dining

Convenient amenities and our friendly 24/7 front desk staff will ensure you’re smiling throughout your stay. Enjoy free coffee, tea, and juice in the morning and stream your favorite shows using free WiFi. Come and go with ease thanks to free parking and grab a bite at our restaurant. Each non-smoking guest room features a microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, table and chairs, outdoor space, ironing amenities, bottled water, air conditioning, and flat-screen HDTV with HBO®. Small pets are welcome for an extra nightly fee. 

Local Area

Smile & Explore

Play golf, visit Death Valley, or head to Mammoth Mountain

We provide easy access to great SoCal sights. Check out missiles in the China Lake Museum, tee off at China Lake Golf Course, or see Native American artwork in Petroglyph Park. Leroy Jackson Park is the perfect place for a tennis match while Death Valley National Park offers hikes through sprawling sand dunes, magnificent stargazing, and a breathtaking colorful landscape at Artists Palette. You can also venture to Mammoth Mountain for endless outdoor adventures like skiing in the winter and biking in the summer.

Rooms

Dining

Midway Café

Dig into tasty American favorites for breakfast and lunch. 

Daily Hours:
5 a.m.–2 p.m.

Group Bookings

Plan Your Group Travel with Us

Book your family reunion, sports team, or other group travel at our hotel. Submit a request for information about special rates on blocks of rooms.

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