Lazy J Ranch Motel

2.0 star property
Peaceful motel near Lake Kaweah offers outdoor recreation, practical amenities like laundry facilities, and a pool.

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The Lazy J Ranch Motel offers a comfy base near Lake Kaweah and Horse Creek Recreation Area. Guests love the garden setting, kids' playground, laundry facilities, outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Three Rivers, Lazy J Ranch Motel is in a rural area and on a river. Lake Kaweah and Lemon Hill Marina are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Our Place Playground and Horse Creek Recreation Area. Kaweah Recreation Area and Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Three Rivers travel guide
Map
39625 Sierra Dr, Three Rivers, CA, 93271

What's nearby

  • Slick Rock Recreation Area.  Kaweah River flows into Lake Kaweah, near Three Rivers, California.  On the way to Sequoia National Park.; Shutterstock ID 598282103
    Lake Kaweah
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kaweah River
    2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Horse Creek Recreation Area
    5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Sequoia National Parks Ash Mountain Entrance
    13 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Foothills Visitor Center
    16 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Fresno, CA (FAT-Fresno Yosemite Intl.)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Factory
    3 min drive
  • Tony’s Taverna On Wheels
    8 min drive
  • Reimers Candies & Gifts
    6 min drive
  • Ard Farkle’s Grub and Grog
    4 min drive
  • Kaweah Coffee Roasters
    3 min drive

About this property

Lazy J Ranch Motel

Hotel near Lake Kaweah
Located close to Horse Creek Recreation Area and Our Place Playground, Lazy J Ranch Motel provides a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, a gift shop and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Lazy J Ranch Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Patios, mini fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 15 May to 15 October
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Lazy J Ranch Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Lazy J Ranch Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Lazy J Ranch Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lazy J Ranch Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lazy J Ranch Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Lazy J Ranch Motel located?

Situated on a river, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Kaweah, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Our Place Playground and Horse Creek Recreation Area. Kaweah Recreation Area and Lemon Hill Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Lazy J Ranch Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 716 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

HYUNWOO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean room, easily accessible, at the entrance the town, and the ONLY place that has phone signal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, nice ammenities, sheep and a view! Close to the parks too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy little place with welcoming staff and very friendly cats! Much nicer than we were expecting, given the great location yet extremely reasonable price. Only issue we had was a slow-draining shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful location right next to the river and so close to Sequoia National Park entrance. If you stay, try to take a walk by the river.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nicely maintained and the room was excellent for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well organized. The staff was very patient. They even gave us a list of nearby restaurants with their hours, as well as a map of Sequoia. It was very thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Charmingly quaint casitas surrounded by beautiful mountains and a tranquil river
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eneraldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent family Base camp before doing up the Seqouia mountains . Liz was very welcoming and very serene and safe place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Auden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice family friendly place. You can walk around the area to the river and see the surroundings safely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jackie at check in was great. Very friendly and gave me maps to the park. The grounds were well kept and had many Halloween decorations. Would not hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venkata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A warm room with beautiful laid back views. They offered me a EV charger that came real handy when the nearest charging station was an hr away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, Clean, easy access to park and restaurants around
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cosmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet lodge, clean, friendly staff, lodge close to the park entrance. The price is fair.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DVD's are available at the front office. Sheep on the farm were so cute to watch in the mornings. The neighboring cats Turtles (indoor) and Stella (outdoor) were adorable. Housekeeping was great. Valentine decorations were cute outside. Additionally, I had fun playing the horse shoe game and on the swings one afternoon right on the yard. Plenty of nearby local food stops and pretty areas to stop by other than the beautiful national parks! Overall, it was one of the best stays me and my partner had in Cali. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay in a quirky place

A warm welcome (especially from the cat!) extremely comfy beds and just the right mix of old world charm and modernity. Perfectly positioned for the Sequoia national parks and some great restaurants and local facilities nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with the cutest set up! Clean and comfortable, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room| staff was super friendly| dog friendly and nice Halloween decoration :)
Sunset at lazy J motel
River access from Lazy J ranch
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to the park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eleonora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean, good location, close to some really good restaurants and with a very nice lady at the desk who loves cats and has mockingbirds outside her office
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like d the kindness at check in. the location and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Parking is great straight in front of your room #
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathias

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and facilities were great. We enjoyed the colibries and goats a lot;-)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025