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Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and a reception hall.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Event facilities at this bed & breakfast consist of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At American River Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have bathrobes and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
A stay at American River Inn places you in the heart of Georgetown, and within 14 minutes by car from Auburn State Recreation Area. This bed & breakfast is 8.1 mi (13 km) from Murphy Mountain and 10.2 mi (16.5 km) from Henningsen Lotus Park.
What's nearby
Auburn State Recreation Area(4 miles)
Murphy Mountain(8.1 miles)
Henningsen Lotus Park(10.2 miles)
South Fork of the American River(10.4 miles)
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park(10.6 miles)
Coloma Schoolhouse(10.7 miles)
River Runners(11.6 miles)
Gold Hill Vineyard & Brewery(12.1 miles)
Wakamatsu Farm(13.1 miles)
Historic Main Street Placerville(15.8 miles)
Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine(16.9 miles)
Smokey Ridge Winery(18.9 miles)
Placer County Visitor Information Center(20.4 miles)
Stony Hill(20.6 miles)
Foresthill Bridge(21.4 miles)
The preferred airport for American River Inn is Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)(59 miles)
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Auburn State Recreation Area (4 miles)
Murphy Mountain (8.1 miles)
Henningsen Lotus Park (10.2 miles)
South Fork of the American River (10.4 miles)
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (10.6 miles)
Coloma Schoolhouse (10.7 miles)
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AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At American River Inn, many guests praise the historic character, welcoming hosts, and hearty home cooked breakfasts, alongside a handy Georgetown location that makes local eateries walkable and offers a memorable step back into California Gold Country.
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What guests think
At American River Inn, many guests praise the historic character, welcoming hosts, and hearty home cooked breakfasts, alongside a handy Georgetown location that makes local eateries walkable and offers a memorable step back into California Gold Country.
Some guests note small layouts, shared or hallway bathrooms, and occasional noise, temperature swings, or bedding comfort issues. Several also report the hot tub being out of service or unsafe, plus occasional housekeeping misses or absent toiletries. Expect a classic small-inn experience with a few trade-offs.
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Facilities
Historic common areas like the parlor and yard are appreciated, and some mention a casual wine and cheese reception. The hot tub is repeatedly reported as out of service or unsafe; pet relief areas are limited.
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Rosalind
Jun 2, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Lawrence
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
James
Jun 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
John
Mar 11, 2024
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Louria
Jul 19, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
John
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
May 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Brian and Teresa
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Dondy
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jorge
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Cleanliness
Many guests found the inn or rooms clean, but there are notable lapses such as cobwebs and missed housekeeping that left items and linens behind. Basic toiletries were not provided for some stays.
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Morgan
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lawrence
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Laura
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Judith
Sep 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Charles
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 25, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Dondy
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jorge
Jul 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Rooms
Rooms are unique and historic, with characterful decor; some were upgraded and others found them comfortable. Trade-offs include small layouts, shared or hallway bathrooms, squeaky or uncomfortable beds, street or bar noise, dim lighting, loud A/C, and temperature swings.
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Julia
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Morgan
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lawrence
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Richard
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Brenda
Dec 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Wendy
Sep 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
John
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Brian and Teresa
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 25, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Susan
Nov 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly, accommodating, and attentive, with flexible late check-ins, upgrades, and helpful hosts. A few guests reported lapses such as brusque interactions, breakfast not prepared as expected, or confusing add-on charges.
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Lynn
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Kathryn
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Laura
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Christina
May 22, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Wendy
Sep 23, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
John
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
May 25, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Dondy
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Susan
Nov 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Heather G
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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Location
Central Georgetown location close to eateries and the historic sights, with a charming small-town feel. Some rooms are affected by late-night street or bar noise.
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Gina
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lawrence
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
John
Mar 11, 2024
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Louria
Jul 19, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Brenda
Dec 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
John
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Andrew
Jul 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Robert
May 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Charles
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised as delicious, freshly made, and sometimes gourmet, with friendly hosts and cooks. A few issues arose, including a missed preparation one morning and confusion about extra-guest charges.
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Rosalind
Jun 2, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Rebecca
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lynn
Jul 31, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
William
Nov 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Laura
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Judith
Sep 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Louria
Jul 19, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Brian and Teresa
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 25, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Dondy
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Kathryn
Aug 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kathryn
Aug 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Dean
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Thomas E
Jul 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Erin
Jun 29, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas, including the registration desk. Guests are encouraged to inquire about specific accessibility needs prior to arrival.
The property is located in the heart of Georgetown, approximately 14 minutes by car from Auburn State Recreation Area and 10.2 miles from Henningsen Lotus Park. It is well-connected to various attractions in the area.
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 20.00 per night. Advance request for rollaway beds is recommended.
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