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Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant

2.5 star property

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Dinner served
Dinner served
Dinner served
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Laundry
    Laundry

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37692 E Kings Canyon Rd, Dunlap, CA, 93621
  • Cathaven
    11 min walk
  • General Grant Tree
    32 min drive
  • Hume Lake
    46 min drive

Room options

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Traditional Double or Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Double or Twin Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin

  • 17 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy House | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy House

  • 93 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

  • 16.7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Cabin

  • 16.7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Junior Triple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Triple Room

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Valley View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Cabin

  • 16.7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Panoramic Studio Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Studio Suite

  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Basic Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

  • 16.7 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
Along with a restaurant, this inn has a coffee shop/cafe and a microwave in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a fridge in a common area, laundry facilities and express check-out. Housekeeping is available on request.
Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Cathaven. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Options for a bite to eat include a coffee shop and a restaurant
  • Amenities include a gift shop, laundry facilities and a shared microwave
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 14 mi (22.6 km) from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from General Grant Tree
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dunlap inn.

Bella Brooke Cafe – This family restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bella Brooke Cafe

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1939
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests are required to download the property's Third Party Booking App mobile app before check-in
Guests will receive an email and text message from the property with their door entry code. Guests who have non-US phone numbers will be contacted by WhatsApp instead of text message. Guests who do not receive a confirmation email should contact the property directly.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 November to 1 March:
  • Dining venue
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 30
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls, an off-lead area and pet-sitting services are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children aged 13 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 2.9 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off USD30 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Kitchen/kitchenette fee: USD 10 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPal and Cash App
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are required to download the property's Third Party Booking App mobile app before check-in.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children aged 13 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gena's Sierra & Restaurant
Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant Inn
Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant Dunlap
Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant Inn Dunlap

Gena's Sierra Inn & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 278 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 278 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 278 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 278 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 278 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Quinn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
For the most part, it was a great stay in a tiny cabin with a shared bathroom/shower and kitchen. However, a man who was cleaning staff entered our locked cabin using the passcode TWICE in the morning without knocking. This is unacceptable. Once was at 8:30am way before our check out time, and then he came in again later in the morning even though he knew we were still there. It did not feel safe. They should respect check out times and our privacy! At the very least if you want to clean the room earlier, knock on the door, say housekeeping, and wait for a response like a normal hotel would.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The walls are paper thin. The door had giant gaps. You cpuld literally hear every word of the conversation outside, every step om the gravel ...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Elsie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little cabins near Kings Canyon. Convenient and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay overnight and good restaurant on the way to Kings Canyon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
DO NOT STAY HERE
We had to pack up and leave after just a few hours because when the lights were off, the COCKROACHES came out. My kids and I were watching a movie before bed and suddenly I spotted bugs running across the floor. Never packed up so fast in my life. The kids were screaming. We told the manager and she literally said "I'll let the owner know" and ran inside the office, turned off the lights and seaked out the back door. Not surprised in hindsight with the gap between the bottom of the door and the frame/door jam. I called the owner the next morning and thankfully was given a refund, but we ended up having to drive from the middle of nowhere to Fresno with 3 kids at 10:30 at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Clement

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was HORRIBLE. Our first room has been swarmed by ants during the night. So we asked for a new room which was accepted BUT this one didn't have a working door lock. So we asked for a new room which was better. Until the morning when we were again invaded by ants. We also did a laundry, which cost 10 dollars, and didn't clean anything. The restaurant is expensive and not incredible. I could go on and on but I think you get the idea. There hasn't even been a commercial gesture after all we've been through. Only one positive things: the woman on the morning really tried her best to help us, she was nice. RUN AWAY !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and willing to accommodate any request we asked for. Let us check in early. The cabin we had was perfect for our family. Very roomy and comfortable. The food at the Sierra Inn was very good!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a cabin that was very cute. Had outside sitting and a communal bathroom but felt safe. Loved it and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jooheung

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ants, limited warm water, broken ice machine
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ahide

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience staying here, and our 2 dogs also loved it. I considered it as "glamping" as you share showers & toilets with others staying there too. It was very clean, no odors, beds were comfortable, have AC units, the gift shop was so affordable compared to the shops in Hume Lake.We bought t-shirts, jewelry, pocket knife, and shot glasses. This place is very dog friendly and we will definitely stay there again. For those saying its so loud because of the road, honestly after 9pm you dont hear anything. Yes you can hear cars pass by here and there but its very settle and they provide ear plugs. Im a light sleeper and was able to sleep very well. My husband, my 2 college daughters, and myself loved it. We didn't get a chance to eat at the restaurant so we can not rate it. Just be thankful its there in case you are hungry, restaurant options are low out there, remember you are in the mountains not in the city! Enjoy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My daughter got a sliver of glass in her toe from the office style carpet in the loft. Then both of my daughters that slept in the loft had flees in their hair this morning! Wouldn’t have stayed a second night even if we could. Also, poor description on the joint shower areas and the photo wasn’t even of the “cabin” that we stayed in. The ladder to the loft also had huge gapped steps not particularly safe for kids under 10. The room was also hot as heck until 10pm when it finally cooled enough for the small AC unit to do its job.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent spot to stay the night. Very basic but located right outside the national park. Right on the main highway but food was pretty good and people we nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full of character with everything we needed. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gena’s unforgettable shacks
The decorations of the first shack was great! The “cabins” don’t have bathrooms in them but there is a restroom and shower outside. When you’re washing you can pick which shower companion you want such as frogs, cockroaches, flies, ants or spiders. The bathroom is shared by everyone so don’t expect much privacy. The beds in the shack are very dirty with crumbs, hair and stains all over the sheets. Every time you go on the ladder to reach the second mattress on top, the ladder feels like it’s gonna collapse on itself. There are three shacks that don’t have any windows, so once you turn off the lights you won’t be able to know if it’s night or day. Overall a horrible experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odette

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos estamos alojando en este establecimiento durante nuestra visita a “Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park”. Las cabañas cuentan con todo lo necesario para pasar la noche. Cierto es que durante el día se condensa mucho calor en el habitáculo, pero durante la noche refresca bastante y no haría falta el A/C. Debe quedar claro en todo momento que es una experiencia similar a estar de camping, más que de hotel. Los baños son compartidos, pero muy limpios y sin tener que esperar turnos o acumularse mucha gente en ellos. El único inconveniente que le veo es el servicio de cocina y lavandería, que, para mi gusto, debería estar incluido en la reserva.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed in the Hunters Lodge which was a nice size for our family. We liked the onsite restaurant and the full size refrigerator. The bathroom was very clean. We didn’t like that the main door lock seemed a little unsecure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Natasha, Costa Mesa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall the property was convenient and comfortable for what we needed. Access to the national parks is within 30 mins. The rooms were nice and cool and check in was easy. They even provided an email with great links to some of the best sights to see around the area. Having a restaurant onsite was convenient but expect to pay high prices for mediocre food. We were up early, but I can see how some travelers may find the road / truck noise loud in the mornings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deisy

Liked: Room comfort
Prime spot for National Parks.
Pretty chill spot with on and off wi-fi but the connection to the tv was great. Room was small but with two beds, a restroom and closet-the space was used well. This place did not have a fridge or microwave like other places but it did have a dinner spot-just watch out for the wasp that are outside. Can't complain much since it was a safe place for me to sleep and park my car. My dog got fleas in the area so just put a flea collar on your pets if you are staying there because the summer heat does bring them out. This place was a prime location for the 2 National Parks which is the main reason I chose it plus a good spot for foodies with the coffee shops and the pizza spot near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Sébastien

Travelled with partner
We liked the location, relatively close to Sequoia national park. The food at the restaurat was also good. However, the room was really tiny, especially the bathroom, so cramped that I had to avoid hitting the tablet above the sink when standing off the toilet. The air conditioning, already on when whe arrived, was working well, but was old and very noisy. We had to leave it on the whole stay due to the heat outside (over 37°C). Don't get me wrong, everything was functional, but the room was not worth the price asked. This is worth a 75$ CDN per night at best, not the 190$ CDN we paid. Also, in the property description, a "shared refrigerator" was mentioned. However, when I asked for a space on the fridge, the employee told me I had to pay 10 USD per night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Andy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place had roaches! Need I say more?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert, Williamsburg

Travelled with family
This was an okay place to stay. The AC worked well but sharing the washroom area was a little awkward. It was close to King’s Canyon but there wasn’t really anything else nearby. Supper at the restaurant was okay as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a small cabin. Shared.m/f bathroom & shower across the yard. Nice little restaurant and giftshop. food was only average though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Haifeng

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Great location for a night stay
Great location, probably the closest stay to the entrance of Sequoia and King’s Canyon NP. It is an old original building, but newer AC unit, and there is WiFi! Reasonable priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024