Seems we forgot to post this link for any newbies. Here's a list of motels in Ely. Most of the club have had good luck with either of the Best Westerns, the Copper Queen, and the Jailhouse. While the Hotel Nevada has some cheap rooms it has become the spot for bikers riding thru and the rooms go pretty fast. There are also several RV parks and camping at the KOA or at Cave Lake State Park just east of town.
There are plenty of gas stations and a Ridley's Supermarket where you can grab food, drinks and stuff.
http://www.nevadatravel.net/search_choo ... y=Lodgings