Situated at the base of the mountain just across from the ski area’s Main Lodge, Mammoth Mountain Inn & Condominiums in Mammoth Lakes sits in an unbeatable location for accessing the Eastern Sierra‘s best outdoor activities year-round. The ski-in, ski-out convenience means you can walk straight from your room to the slopes in winter, and the same proximity works for summer hiking and biking trails that crisscross the surrounding peaks.

The inn welcomes up to 2 dogs per room for $50 per night. Rooms are spacious, and the condominiums give you more flexibility if you’re planning a longer stay. After spending the day on Mammoth Mountain trails or nearby runs like the Mammoth Lakes Loop Trail, you’ve got a comfortable place to recover with your dog without having to load up the car and drive somewhere else.

The location itself is the real draw here. You’re directly across from the Main Lodge, which means you’re at the heart of what makes Mammoth tick. Winter brings obvious appeal for skiers, but the shoulder seasons are excellent too—fall hiking with your dog through the high country is spectacular, and summer offers cooler temperatures than the valley below, plus access to alpine meadows and pristine lakes within a short drive or hike from the inn.

Because you’re staying right at the base rather than in town a few miles away, you save time driving back and forth and can take advantage of early morning or late afternoon activity windows when the weather is best and crowds are thinner. The condominiums especially make sense if you want to prepare some of your own meals, giving your dog a quieter evening than a night in a busy restaurant would provide.

For details about specific room configurations, seasonal availability, or current pet policies, check their website or call ahead.