Beatty, NV

Travel Guide

Beatty
Beatty
Beatty
Beatty
Beatty

Vacation for a few days in this small desert town, the gateway to Death Valley National Park. The area is rich with gold mining history and quirky attractions. 

Venture into the heart of the desert and relax for a few days in and around Beatty, Nevada. Discover its gold rush-era ancestry and small-town charm. It even has authentic all-American diners. Head out into the dusty fringes of the town in search of long-abandoned ghost towns and bizarre art sculptures.

Beatty dates back to 1904, when it was the railroad service center for the Bullfrog Mining District. Trains laden with gold and prospectors shuttled through the town on their way to and from nearby RhyoliteOpens in a new window, a booming gold town with a short but influential life. Rhyolite is today a ghost town, offering a fascinating daytrip from Beatty. Wander around the crumbling buildings and look for Tom Kelly’s Bottle House, made completely from glass liquor and beer bottles.

Beatty is a small town with a nostalgic, friendly atmosphere. It is often used as a jumping-off point to the great Death ValleyOpens in a new window National Park, yet the city itself has plenty to keep you amused for a few days. Visit the Beatty Museum and learn about life for gold miners in the 1900s or hunker down in one of the town’s cafés or diners and get to know the locals. Bathe in the warm waters of Bailey’s Hot Springs on the outskirts of town. The springs are housed in a railroad depot built in 1905. Today, they offer private bathhouses that provide the perfect place to relax.

For a surreal experience, drive to the Goldwell Open Air MuseumOpens in a new window to see vast sculptures standing in the middle of the remote desert. Albert Szukalski's Last Supper is the most renowned of the pieces. This arresting work of art depicts eerie life-sized figures posed like the characters in da Vinci’s famous fresco.

Beatty is located in the Amargosa Desert, less than a 2-hour drive from Las VegasOpens in a new window. Before you head into Death Valley National Park, be sure to spend some time exploring this special little town.

Shady Lady Bed & Breakfast

Shady Lady Bed & Breakfast

2.5 out of 5
Mile Marker 92, US Hwy 95 North, Beatty, NV
$90 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$94 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this B&B in Beatty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)
"Charming Venue with a story to go with it! Enjoyed time conversing with staff (and their pets!) Glad breakfast is included, as there is nothing (seriously) around for MILES. If you like peacocks, this is your place!"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Shady Lady Bed & Breakfast
Death Valley Gateway -Suite B

Death Valley Gateway -Suite B

Beatty
$228 nightly
The price is $228 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$228 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Beatty. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Beatty Museum and Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
1 night after Death Valley visit
"Pros: Clean. Kitchen well equipped. Easy check-in/out. Good communication. Good temperature control inside the house.Cons: Bed mattresses are making a lot of noise when you move and walls are a thin."

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

Death Valley Gateway -Suite B
Death Valley Gateway Suite-A

Death Valley Gateway Suite-A

Beatty
Stay at this vacation home in Beatty. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Beatty Museum and Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Nice Place
"Overall, this rental was good. The property matched the online description, it was clean, and everything worked. It’s conveniently located close to the park, and easy to access."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Death Valley Gateway Suite-A
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Death Valley Gateway -Suite B

Death Valley Gateway -Suite B

Beatty
Stay at this vacation home in Beatty. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Beatty Museum and Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
1 night after Death Valley visit
"Pros: Clean. Kitchen well equipped. Easy check-in/out. Good communication. Good temperature control inside the house.Cons: Bed mattresses are making a lot of noise when you move and walls are a thin."

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

Death Valley Gateway -Suite B
Death Valley Portal

Death Valley Portal

Beatty
Stay at this apartment in Beatty. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Beatty Museum and Historical Society and Cottonwood Park ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
Great place as we passed through
"The house was so convenient and perfect for what we needed. Thanks for the great communication and stay."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Death Valley Portal
Death Valley Gateway Suite-A

Death Valley Gateway Suite-A

Beatty
Stay at this vacation home in Beatty. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Beatty Museum and Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Nice Place
"Overall, this rental was good. The property matched the online description, it was clean, and everything worked. It’s conveniently located close to the park, and easy to access."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Death Valley Gateway Suite-A
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Beatty

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Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 43%
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4 - Good 29%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very few places to eat lunch or dinner.

2/5 - Disappointing

Guest

dining options limited, not much around, nothing to do

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

If around Death Valley, one must spend at least a night in that paradise.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I was surprised by the location and a little skeptical, but the hospitality of the house surprised me. I counted on the hotel and stayed in a cozy friendly home full of warmth.

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