Is the Mizpah Hotel worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes — the Mizpah Hotel is worth it if you want a historic, centrally located Tonopah stay with character, on-site dining, and easy access to mining- and ghost-town sights. It’s less suitable if you need a modern resort with a pool or spa; expect a historic property with individually decorated rooms rather than uniform, contemporary rooms.
In this guide
Location & historic character
The Mizpah Hotel sits at 100 N. Main Street in downtown Tonopah, within easy walking distance of the Tonopah Historic Mining Park and other local attractions. Its five-story 1907 building is listed on the Historic Hotels of America register and keeps many period design elements in public areas.
If you want to explore Tonopah on foot — Barsanti Park, local breweries, and a handful of restaurants are minutes away — the Mizpah’s central location is a strong advantage for sightseeing and evening stargazing in the high desert.
- Address: 100 N. Main Street, Tonopah, NV 89049
- Tonopah Historic Mining Park: about a 2-minute walk
- Old Tonopah Cemetery and Clown Motel: walkable (about 10 minutes to the cemetery)
| Nearby | Approx. walk/drive |
|---|---|
| Tonopah Historic Mining Park | ≈ 2-minute walk |
| Central Nevada Museum | ≈ 15-minute walk |
| Barsanti Park | ≈ 4-minute walk |
Rooms and suites — variety and individuality
The hotel offers 52 individually decorated guest units across five stories. Room types are offered as Standard Room, Economy Room, Junior Suite, Signature Suite (Wagon Room), and Signature Suite (Lady in Red).
Expect historic-style decor rather than uniform modern minimalism. Select suites (for example, Signature Suite (Wagon Room) and Signature Suite (Lady in Red)) have themed furnishings; Standard Room and Economy Room options provide simpler iron-bed styling and classic fixtures.
- Standard Room: 1 King Bed or 1 Queen Bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Economy Room: 1 Queen Bed
- Junior Suite: 1 King Bed
- Signature Suite (Wagon Room): 1 King Bed
- Signature Suite (Lady in Red): 1 King Bed
| Room type | Bed |
|---|---|
| Standard Room | 1 King / 1 Queen / 2 Queen |
| Economy Room | 1 Queen Bed |
| Junior Suite | 1 King Bed |
On-site dining, bar and casino
For meals the hotel has three main outlets: Pittman Cafe (breakfast), Jack Dempsey Room (dinner-only), and the Long Shot Bar in the lobby. Breakfast at Pittman Cafe is available for an extra charge rather than being included with room rates.
The hotel also operates a saloon-style casino and a lobby bar for drinks and casual bites, so you can stay on property for evening dining and late-night activity.
- Pittman Cafe: breakfast, variable posted hours (typically morning hours listed on the hotel site)
- Jack Dempsey Room: dinner service nightly, generally 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.; reservations recommended
- Long Shot Bar: lobby bar with classic cocktails and casual bites
- Payment at on-site dining accepts major credit cards (American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa)
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Pittman Cafe | Breakfast (extra charge) |
| Jack Dempsey Room | Dinner (5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.) |
| Long Shot Bar | Drinks & casual bites (hours vary) |
Amenities and practical services
The Mizpah offers complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property, free self-parking (with an EV charger), a 24‑hour fitness center, a 24‑hour front desk, luggage storage, and a free airport shuttle arranged in advance. There is no on-site pool or spa.
Business travelers can use a 24‑hour business center and meeting facilities; the property also provides tours and ticket assistance at the front desk.
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout
- 24-hour fitness center
- Free self-parking and EV charger on site
- Free airport shuttle — guests must contact the property ahead with arrival details
- No pool and no on-site spa
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary in rooms and public areas |
| Parking | Free self-parking; EV charger available |
Events, weddings and meeting space
The Jack Dempsey Room doubles as a dinner restaurant and an event space for weddings, private dinners, and corporate functions. The property advertises around 1,500 sq ft of event space with a largest ballroom capacity cited as up to 190 guests in other meeting-room configurations.
Smaller events and meetings are supported with meeting-room internet access, catering, and on-site staff assistance. The Jack Dempsey Room specifically is billed for receptions and dinner events with a capacity often cited around 66 guests for smaller setups.
- Total event space: about 1,500 sq ft
- Largest meeting configuration listed up to 190 guests
- Jack Dempsey Room capacity commonly listed at 66 for certain seating arrangements
- Catering and refreshments available through the hotel
| Space | Typical use / capacity |
|---|---|
| Jack Dempsey Room | Dinner service; smaller receptions (≈66 guests) |
| Banquet/meeting rooms | Total ≈1,500 sq ft; larger setups up to 190 guests |
Policies, accessibility and practical tips
Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM and can occur until 3:00 AM; check-out is 11:00 AM with late check-out subject to availability. An early check-in or late check-out fee of about $10 each may apply, depending on availability.
The hotel is family-friendly (children of all ages are welcome) and is smoke-free throughout. Pets (dogs and cats) are allowed in designated pet-friendly rooms with a maximum of two pets per reservation; reported pet fees vary by source, so confirm the current fee when booking.
- Check-in: from 3:00 PM (can occur until 3:00 AM)
- Check-out: 11:00 AM; late check-out available on request
- ID and credit card required at check-in; a deposit may be taken for incidentals
- No cribs/infant beds provided
- Wheelchair accessible public areas and accessible parking available
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum age to register | Sources list 18–21 as the minimum for the lead guest depending on site; children are welcome |
| Pool / Spa | No pool; no on-site spa |
| Pet policy | Dogs and cats allowed in designated rooms (max 2); fees vary — confirm with hotel |
Pros and cons — honest summary
Pros: Strong historic character and central Tonopah location, on-site dining options (breakfast cafe and dinner restaurant), a lobby bar and casino, complimentary Wi‑Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle when arranged ahead. Themed Signature Suite options add variety for guests wanting a more distinctive stay.
Cons: No pool or spa, rooms are individually decorated so condition and layout vary (some rooms are simpler Economy Room configurations), and pet fees and some small in-room amenities (like refrigerators or microwaves) may cost extra when requested.
- Good for: history-minded travelers, couples or families wanting downtown access, guests who value on-site dining and a classic Nevada casino/bar atmosphere
- Not ideal for: travelers wanting modern resort facilities (pool, spa) or uniform room design
- Remember: breakfast is not included with a standard room rate — Pittman Cafe charges extra
| Consideration | Verdict |
|---|---|
| Historic atmosphere | Strong — built 1907 and on Historic Hotels of America |
| Modern resort amenities | Limited — no pool, no spa |
| Dining on site | Good — breakfast cafe, dinner room, lobby bar |
