Gold Trail Motor Lodge
$97
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Gold Trail Motor Lodge
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$97
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Gold Trail Motor Lodge average $91 in April, the cheapest month, and $97 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $92 |
| February | $93 |
| March | $92 |
| April | $91 |
| May | $93 |
| June | $92 |
| July | $93 |
| August | $93 |
| September | $93 |
| October | $97 |
| November | $96 |
| December | $92 |
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About this property
With a stay at Gold Trail Motor Lodge in Placerville (Apple Hill), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Red Hawk Casino and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building. This motel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Smokey Ridge Winery and 1.8...
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
With a stay at Gold Trail Motor Lodge in Placerville (Apple Hill), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Red Hawk Casino and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building. This motel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Smokey Ridge Winery and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Lumsden Park.
What's nearby
Lumsden Park(1.8 miles)
Smokey Ridge Winery(1.8 miles)
Historic Main Street Placerville(2.3 miles)
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce(2.4 miles)
Placerville Historical Museum(2.4 miles)
Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building(2.4 miles)
Bell Tower(2.6 miles)
Placerville City Hall(2.7 miles)
Lewis Grace Winery & Tasting Room(2.9 miles)
Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine(2.9 miles)
Chateau Davell Winery(3 miles)
Myka Estates(3.3 miles)
Apple Mountain Golf Resort(3.4 miles)
Findleton Estate & Winery(3.5 miles)
Crystal Basin Cellars(3.7 miles)
The preferred airport for Gold Trail Motor Lodge is Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)(57.1 miles)
Location
1970 Broadway, Apple Hill, Camino, California, United States of America
Lumsden Park (1.8 miles)
Smokey Ridge Winery (1.8 miles)
Historic Main Street Placerville (2.3 miles)
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (2.4 miles)
Placerville Historical Museum (2.4 miles)
Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building (2.4 miles)
Room options
1
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
8
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
6
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Gold Trail Motor Lodge
7
Good
Based on 449 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
15%
Couple
46%
Family
23%
Group
6%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Gold Trail Motor Lodge, guests describe a basic, older motor lodge with very friendly on-site owners, convenient parking outside rooms, and a generally quiet setting near Apple Hill and town services.
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What guests think
At Gold Trail Motor Lodge, guests describe a basic, older motor lodge with very friendly on-site owners, convenient parking outside rooms, and a generally quiet setting near Apple Hill and town services.
Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with many noting very clean rooms while a few report significant problems and maintenance issues. Rooms are small and simple; several guests mention very firm mattresses and dated finishes, while some found beds comfortable, and a few reported issues like sticky doors or nonworking TVs and occasional Wi-Fi problems. Breakfast is minimal or not provided as advertised in some comments, and service complaints include late night check in refusals, unclear policies or fees, and a withheld deposit. Expect a basic, budget stay suited to short stops near Apple Hill.
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Facilities
Basic motor lodge setup with parking directly outside rooms and a well lit lot. The property is older and several reviews mention maintenance issues or limited amenities.
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Judith
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
For the amount of money that this motel cost, it was disappointing. There were no hangers or hair dryer until the office was contacted. There was no place to put suitcases except the floor. The soap was the size of a silver dollar. There was no "service needed/no service needed" tag for door. Had to have staff come to room to show how to use temperature control remote. Our room was in a section of the motel where all the workers were staying-so lots of trash, boots drying out, large trucks,etc. And the "Free Breakfast" consisted of the coffee in our room and a packaged sweet roll in the office. We would not stay here again.
For the amount of money that this motel cost, it was disappointing. There were no hangers or hair dryer until the office was contacted. There was no place to put suitcases except the floor. The soap was the size of a silver dollar. There was no "service needed/no service needed" tag for door. Had to have staff come to room to show how to use temperature control remote. Our room was in a section of the motel where all the workers were staying-so lots of trash, boots drying out, large trucks,etc. And the "Free Breakfast" consisted of the coffee in our room and a packaged sweet roll in the office. We would not stay here again.
10
Addie
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
10
Kerry
May 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff are very accommodating, VERY polite. Its an old school style motor lodge, so you park right in front of your room, which is great cuz Im disabled. The pool looked refreshing but i didnt get a chance to use. P.S. it appears they are
The staff are very accommodating, VERY polite. Its an old school style motor lodge, so you park right in front of your room, which is great cuz Im disabled. The pool looked refreshing but i didnt get a chance to use. P.S. it appears they are
10
Lan
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The place quiet, easy parking and safe.
The place quiet, easy parking and safe.
6
Douglas
Sep 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
They said the door "is a little sticky". No, it’s a big problem. Every time opening and closing the door was a major hassle. Staff were friendly and helpful.
They said the door "is a little sticky". No, it’s a big problem. Every time opening and closing the door was a major hassle. Staff were friendly and helpful.
6
Yvonne
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
4
Debbie
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although room was clean a paint touch up would do wonders. Markings on walls. The towels were thin. Had to move fridge to plug it in Cleaning people knocked on the door at about 8:45-9 am which was disturbing check out is at 11 am Able to park directly in front of room
Although room was clean a paint touch up would do wonders. Markings on walls. The towels were thin. Had to move fridge to plug it in Cleaning people knocked on the door at about 8:45-9 am which was disturbing check out is at 11 am Able to park directly in front of room
6
Donna
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Looks pretty run down and the rooms are very small but clean and the parking lot was well lit at night. The bed was VERY firm.
Looks pretty run down and the rooms are very small but clean and the parking lot was well lit at night. The bed was VERY firm.
10
RAMONA
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Shower head water was amazing so great of pressure.
Shower head water was amazing so great of pressure.
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Benjamin
Dec 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Parking is easy and the owner is kind and available when needed
Parking is easy and the owner is kind and available when needed
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Cleanliness
Mixed reports: many guests describe very clean rooms and bathrooms, while others mention dirty or damaged areas, odors, insects, or mold in spots.
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Susan
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice clean rooms
Nice clean rooms
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Cody
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Their per policy is not listed on this site. I paid extra $25 a night but they told me upon check in that they have a strict no pet alone in room policy. So you pay and extra fee to have the dog in a supposed dog friendly hotel and then they expect you to take the pet with you every time you leave the motel. The place is also in dire need of repairs and renovations. It was not very clean and was damaged. Missing towel bar. Moldy strip at base of shower. Threadbare curtains. Doors damaged. Furniture aged and shabby. Mattress was very old.
Their per policy is not listed on this site. I paid extra $25 a night but they told me upon check in that they have a strict no pet alone in room policy. So you pay and extra fee to have the dog in a supposed dog friendly hotel and then they expect you to take the pet with you every time you leave the motel. The place is also in dire need of repairs and renovations. It was not very clean and was damaged. Missing towel bar. Moldy strip at base of shower. Threadbare curtains. Doors damaged. Furniture aged and shabby. Mattress was very old.
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Mark
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
10
Jessica
Jul 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and quiet. Polite front desk. Perfect for a little get away that won't break the bank
Very clean and quiet. Polite front desk. Perfect for a little get away that won't break the bank
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Yvonne
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
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Jeff
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean as far as we could tell there was only one wash cloth,the shower had plenty of hot water and pressure was great maybe to good it sprayed and splashed out of the shower which makes the floor very wet a few more towels could could help mitigate the wet floor. Overall it served the purpose the bathroom fan could not be run because it squealed so bad.still though for the price it will do.
The room was clean as far as we could tell there was only one wash cloth,the shower had plenty of hot water and pressure was great maybe to good it sprayed and splashed out of the shower which makes the floor very wet a few more towels could could help mitigate the wet floor. Overall it served the purpose the bathroom fan could not be run because it squealed so bad.still though for the price it will do.
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Charles
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very friendly. Rooms very clean looked to be recently remodeled. Close to the freeway exit. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
The staff was very friendly. Rooms very clean looked to be recently remodeled. Close to the freeway exit. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
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Debbie
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although room was clean a paint touch up would do wonders. Markings on walls. The towels were thin. Had to move fridge to plug it in Cleaning people knocked on the door at about 8:45-9 am which was disturbing check out is at 11 am Able to park directly in front of room
Although room was clean a paint touch up would do wonders. Markings on walls. The towels were thin. Had to move fridge to plug it in Cleaning people knocked on the door at about 8:45-9 am which was disturbing check out is at 11 am Able to park directly in front of room
10
Ted
Jun 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It's an old motel, but it is clean, in good shape, and relatively quiet. And to top it off, the bed and pillows were really comfortable.
It's an old motel, but it is clean, in good shape, and relatively quiet. And to top it off, the bed and pillows were really comfortable.
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Jennifer
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was absolutely disgusting! There was food in the fridge from previous people, the TV remote was sticky and coated with who knows what, insects in the bathroom and there was a smear of stool on the toilet seat. Almost everything in the room was broken. Drawers without handles and were literally falling out of the dressers, holes in the walls and the toilet paper holder was partially gone so the paper was just sitting on the top of the toilet. The Wi-Fi didn’t work and the beds and pillows were hard. Also, there was someone going up and down banging on the doors of rooms early in the morning making sleep impossible. My sister and I felt like we were going to get a disease staying in that room. Stay away from this place!!
The room was absolutely disgusting! There was food in the fridge from previous people, the TV remote was sticky and coated with who knows what, insects in the bathroom and there was a smear of stool on the toilet seat. Almost everything in the room was broken. Drawers without handles and were literally falling out of the dressers, holes in the walls and the toilet paper holder was partially gone so the paper was just sitting on the top of the toilet. The Wi-Fi didn’t work and the beds and pillows were hard. Also, there was someone going up and down banging on the doors of rooms early in the morning making sleep impossible. My sister and I felt like we were going to get a disease staying in that room. Stay away from this place!!
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Rooms
Rooms are small and dated with very firm or worn mattresses and basic furnishings; some have been repainted or remodeled. A few reported issues like TV failures or sticky doors, while others found rooms quiet and beds comfortable.
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Sandy
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is in the heart of apple hill. Easy access from the freeway and easy to find. A clean older motel with a good bed and remodeled bathroom.
It is in the heart of apple hill. Easy access from the freeway and easy to find. A clean older motel with a good bed and remodeled bathroom.
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Steven
Jun 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice little room, some minor repairs/updates needed.
Nice little room, some minor repairs/updates needed.
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Samuel
Jun 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was warped, hard, and really, really old. Holes in the paper thin walls. Windows didn't close fully, neither did the door. No towels. They charge a lot and are an ultra cheap hotel. Really wish I'd paid the extra $30 for the one down the road.
Bed was warped, hard, and really, really old. Holes in the paper thin walls. Windows didn't close fully, neither did the door. No towels. They charge a lot and are an ultra cheap hotel. Really wish I'd paid the extra $30 for the one down the road.
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Patricia
Nov 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were very clean and the owners very friendly. The Queen bed was comfortable but the king was a bit stiff and springy. Could use a mattress topper.
The rooms were very clean and the owners very friendly. The Queen bed was comfortable but the king was a bit stiff and springy. Could use a mattress topper.
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Hannah
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
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tom
Jul 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s an okay place for what it is, but the TV stopped working and the owner couldn’t fix it while I was staying there, and after making coffee, and just before drinking it, I noticed that there were ants floating on the top of the coffee. So,…
It’s an okay place for what it is, but the TV stopped working and the owner couldn’t fix it while I was staying there, and after making coffee, and just before drinking it, I noticed that there were ants floating on the top of the coffee. So,…
8
Wess
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is not a bad hotel, the comforter on the bed takes you bad to the 80s so it has that nostalgic charm, but the place is very clean and rooms are in a great renovate condition new paint, and so on. Bathrooms are nice and big and clean as well. dont let the exterior of this place fool you, for a motor inn, it is 8.5/10
This is not a bad hotel, the comforter on the bed takes you bad to the 80s so it has that nostalgic charm, but the place is very clean and rooms are in a great renovate condition new paint, and so on. Bathrooms are nice and big and clean as well. dont let the exterior of this place fool you, for a motor inn, it is 8.5/10
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Yvonne
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
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Josie
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The bed was so old and boken down i kept rolling out of it. Terrible nights sleep. Otherwise it was a good hotel. Staff was great. Dont stay in room 18!
The bed was so old and boken down i kept rolling out of it. Terrible nights sleep. Otherwise it was a good hotel. Staff was great. Dont stay in room 18!
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Donna
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Looks pretty run down and the rooms are very small but clean and the parking lot was well lit at night. The bed was VERY firm.
Looks pretty run down and the rooms are very small but clean and the parking lot was well lit at night. The bed was VERY firm.
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Service
Many highlight friendly, accommodating owners, but there are complaints about a rude late night check in refusal, a request to email a credit card, unclear pet or fee policies, and a deposit not returned.
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Alisha
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay was very good. The place is family run and is very friendly. This our second stay with them and will be a returning customer.
Our stay was very good. The place is family run and is very friendly. This our second stay with them and will be a returning customer.
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Addie
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
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Cody
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Their per policy is not listed on this site. I paid extra $25 a night but they told me upon check in that they have a strict no pet alone in room policy. So you pay and extra fee to have the dog in a supposed dog friendly hotel and then they expect you to take the pet with you every time you leave the motel. The place is also in dire need of repairs and renovations. It was not very clean and was damaged. Missing towel bar. Moldy strip at base of shower. Threadbare curtains. Doors damaged. Furniture aged and shabby. Mattress was very old.
Their per policy is not listed on this site. I paid extra $25 a night but they told me upon check in that they have a strict no pet alone in room policy. So you pay and extra fee to have the dog in a supposed dog friendly hotel and then they expect you to take the pet with you every time you leave the motel. The place is also in dire need of repairs and renovations. It was not very clean and was damaged. Missing towel bar. Moldy strip at base of shower. Threadbare curtains. Doors damaged. Furniture aged and shabby. Mattress was very old.
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Mark
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
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francis
Feb 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
They never gave me back my deposit.
They never gave me back my deposit.
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Kimberly
May 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Rudest man working the front desk we arrived at 11:35pm rang the bell for front desk where a man came out and informed me there closed office closed at 11:30 refused to check us in. After complaining he rudely checked us in. It was no where posted that the office closes at 11:30. Will never stay here again!!!!
Rudest man working the front desk we arrived at 11:35pm rang the bell for front desk where a man came out and informed me there closed office closed at 11:30 refused to check us in. After complaining he rudely checked us in. It was no where posted that the office closes at 11:30. Will never stay here again!!!!
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Hannah
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
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Janice
Jul 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and welcoming, we hav stayed here before and will stay here again.
Very friendly and welcoming, we hav stayed here before and will stay here again.
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James
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chose this hotel as a place to spend the night that's close to where we were coming to see the local races. Place is a bit dated but it's very well kept and clean. The staff that owns the place is a couple that were on site. They were friendly and nice. Would recommend as a good place to lay your head for the night if you need a inexpensive place to stay.
Chose this hotel as a place to spend the night that's close to where we were coming to see the local races. Place is a bit dated but it's very well kept and clean. The staff that owns the place is a couple that were on site. They were friendly and nice. Would recommend as a good place to lay your head for the night if you need a inexpensive place to stay.
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Benjamin
Dec 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Parking is easy and the owner is kind and available when needed
Parking is easy and the owner is kind and available when needed
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Location
Convenient for Apple Hill, wineries, and freeway access, and generally close to town services. One review noted homeless individuals nearby.
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mary
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place. A minute from Apple Hill
Great place. A minute from Apple Hill
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Sandy
Aug 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is in the heart of apple hill. Easy access from the freeway and easy to find. A clean older motel with a good bed and remodeled bathroom.
It is in the heart of apple hill. Easy access from the freeway and easy to find. A clean older motel with a good bed and remodeled bathroom.
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Addie
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
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Mark
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
The Gold Trail Motor Lodge and the Mother Lode Motel apparently now have the same owner. We booked with Mother Lode but ended up next door with a room in the Gold Trail Motor Lodge. For being so close to the freeway our room was remarkably quiet. The bed was comfortable, the shower was immediately hot and the water pressure wonderful. The place was clean. There is room for improvement-- dresser drawers needing handles, wall paper section needing glue . . . Would we stay there again when passing through the area? Absolutely. The room was definitely good enough. What was outstanding? The delightful couple who ran the place. They are friendly and a pleasure to deal with.
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Jason
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy on easy off of the highway. Customer service was impeccable.
Easy on easy off of the highway. Customer service was impeccable.
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Hannah
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
Overall, it was an OK stay for one night, small room, not a lot of accommodations. For $130 for one night is pushing it though. The room was fairly clean, but smelled heavily of cleaning materials. Owner also called me the day of my reservation and asked me to send my credit card over email which is not a good approach. Lots of homeless nearby as well.
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Pat
Jun 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I enjoyed the woody areas and how quiet and piece full the stay was very comfortable
I enjoyed the woody areas and how quiet and piece full the stay was very comfortable
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James
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chose this hotel as a place to spend the night that's close to where we were coming to see the local races. Place is a bit dated but it's very well kept and clean. The staff that owns the place is a couple that were on site. They were friendly and nice. Would recommend as a good place to lay your head for the night if you need a inexpensive place to stay.
Chose this hotel as a place to spend the night that's close to where we were coming to see the local races. Place is a bit dated but it's very well kept and clean. The staff that owns the place is a couple that were on site. They were friendly and nice. Would recommend as a good place to lay your head for the night if you need a inexpensive place to stay.
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Charles
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very friendly. Rooms very clean looked to be recently remodeled. Close to the freeway exit. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
The staff was very friendly. Rooms very clean looked to be recently remodeled. Close to the freeway exit. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
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Pam
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Close to wineries, town services, and restaurants, yet away from the hustle and bustle.
Close to wineries, town services, and restaurants, yet away from the hustle and bustle.
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Dining
Breakfast is very limited—reports cite only in room coffee and a packaged pastry—or not provided as advertised.
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Judith
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
For the amount of money that this motel cost, it was disappointing. There were no hangers or hair dryer until the office was contacted. There was no place to put suitcases except the floor. The soap was the size of a silver dollar. There was no "service needed/no service needed" tag for door. Had to have staff come to room to show how to use temperature control remote. Our room was in a section of the motel where all the workers were staying-so lots of trash, boots drying out, large trucks,etc. And the "Free Breakfast" consisted of the coffee in our room and a packaged sweet roll in the office. We would not stay here again.
For the amount of money that this motel cost, it was disappointing. There were no hangers or hair dryer until the office was contacted. There was no place to put suitcases except the floor. The soap was the size of a silver dollar. There was no "service needed/no service needed" tag for door. Had to have staff come to room to show how to use temperature control remote. Our room was in a section of the motel where all the workers were staying-so lots of trash, boots drying out, large trucks,etc. And the "Free Breakfast" consisted of the coffee in our room and a packaged sweet roll in the office. We would not stay here again.
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Addie
Aug 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
Check in was very easy. The lady was very nice at the front desk and when I had a little trouble with the lock, her husband was able to take care of it immediately. The place was quiet, clean a very comfortable. I got to park my truck right out front. The town was very close, if I had needed it, but, I had everything I needed with me. I love their set up of the yummy coffee, mini fridge, microwave and tv and definitely an awesome air conditioner!!! I stayed for 2 days and nights. I would definitely come back here next visit !!!
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Yvonne
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
If you're looking for luxury, this is not the place for you. The rooms are TINY. The carpet and furnishings are completely old and outdated, and the rooms reek of old cigarette smoke. The bed is really hard and so are the pillows. There's also the bonus of having some resident crack heads in the room next to you, there's a sign taped to the door telling you so. The floors in the bathroom were filthy, i used a towel to wipe up some water, and towel turned black. Also there as no breakfast as advertised, and the ice machine didnt work If the place were cleaned up, carpet ripped out and replaced with LVP and old furnishings tossed, it could be a really cute inn to stay at. The price was good and it was located close to my destination. The ower/staff very friendly. But to have to climb over the bed to get to the bathroom is a lottle ridiculous.
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Georgianna
Aug 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Convient location in area.
Convient location in area.
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Joanna
Jun 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was as expected. Nothing fancy. But the staff was kind and helpful, bathroom fairly clean, and the bed was comfortable.
This hotel was as expected. Nothing fancy. But the staff was kind and helpful, bathroom fairly clean, and the bed was comfortable.
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Albert
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and accommodating host. Room was clean and quiet. Parking is easy. WiFi does not work well.
Very nice and accommodating host. Room was clean and quiet. Parking is easy. WiFi does not work well.
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Sharon
May 25, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was great - right outside our room. The check-in process was quick and easy and friendly. The decor in the room is a little tired, there was no ice in the ice machine and we couldn’t get any water from the bathroom taps but the bed was comfortable and we had a good nights sleep.
Parking was great - right outside our room. The check-in process was quick and easy and friendly. The decor in the room is a little tired, there was no ice in the ice machine and we couldn’t get any water from the bathroom taps but the bed was comfortable and we had a good nights sleep.
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Byron
May 13, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Nothing wrong
Nothing wrong
FAQs about Gold Trail Motor Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Does the property allow pets and what are the associated fees?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific room accessibility details are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Placerville (Apple Hill), within a 5-minute drive of several attractions, including Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building and Placerville Historical Museum. It is approximately 1.8 miles from Smokey Ridge Winery and Lumsden Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 15 per day, subject to availability. Advance request or confirmation may be required.
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The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM. If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [1940 broadway Placerville]. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night plus USD 100 one-time cleaning fee
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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