Mother Lode Motel
$96
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for Mother Lode Motel
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$96
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Mother Lode Motel average $90 in April, the cheapest month, and $102 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $95 |
| February | $100 |
| March | $91 |
| April | $90 |
| May | $92 |
| June | $91 |
| July | $91 |
| August | $93 |
| September | $93 |
| October | $102 |
| November | $96 |
| December | $94 |
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Most expensive: October (~$102)
Cheapest: April (~$90)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Mother Lode Motel in Placerville (Apple Hill), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Red Hawk Casino and Sierra Nevada Conservancy. This motel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Smokey Ridge Winery and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lumsden Park.
What's nearby
Sierra Nevada Conservancy(0.1 miles)
Lumsden Park(1.7 miles)
Smokey Ridge Winery(1.8 miles)
Historic Main Street Placerville(2.4 miles)
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce(2.5 miles)
Placerville Historical Museum(2.5 miles)
Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building(2.5 miles)
Bell Tower(2.7 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(3.2 miles)
Myka Estates(3.5 miles)
Apple Mountain Golf Resort(3.7 miles)
Findleton Estate & Winery(3.8 miles)
The preferred airport for Mother Lode Motel is Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)(57.1 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
Vending Machines
Free Parking
Location
1940 Broadway, Apple Hill, Camino, California, United States of America
Sierra Nevada Conservancy (0.1 miles)
Lumsden Park (1.7 miles)
Smokey Ridge Winery (1.8 miles)
Historic Main Street Placerville (2.4 miles)
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce (2.5 miles)
Placerville Historical Museum (2.5 miles)
Room options
1
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
1
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Mother Lode Motel
6.5
Pleasant
Based on 406 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
10%
Couple
25%
Family
40%
Group
12%
Solo
11%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Mother Lode Motel, guests describe an older budget property with ongoing renovations, ranging from simple, clean refreshed rooms and a pleasant pool to dated spaces, plus off-site check-in while the office is closed.
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What guests think
At Mother Lode Motel, guests describe an older budget property with ongoing renovations, ranging from simple, clean refreshed rooms and a pleasant pool to dated spaces, plus off-site check-in while the office is closed.
Cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent, with reports of worn furnishings, damaged fixtures, stray tacks or staples, strong cleaning odors, and occasional ants, alongside others finding rooms tidy. Staff are often friendly and accommodating, but communication gaps, a double-booking, and a refund dispute affected some stays. The location is convenient for Placerville and Apple Hill, though breakfast is minimal or unavailable depending on the day. Expect a basic stay with variable quality.
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Facilities
Pool quality varies from clean and enjoyable to closed, and the on-site office is often shut, requiring check-in at a nearby property; one review noted a broken ice machine.
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Laurie
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
8
pierre
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Un bon choix dans la gamme motel économique. Propre et calme ; correctement entretenu. Une piscine grande belle et propre. Pas de petit déjeuner sur place.
Un bon choix dans la gamme motel économique. Propre et calme ; correctement entretenu. Une piscine grande belle et propre. Pas de petit déjeuner sur place.
10
Marye L
Apr 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Remodeled room was beautiful and peaceful with view of nature and swimming pool
Remodeled room was beautiful and peaceful with view of nature and swimming pool
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Kelly
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The handicap room #1 is not very accessible. No room around the bed for a wheelchair. No bars in the shower. Shower head is on the opposite wall of the bench seat. There is also no removable shower head to wash person. The water does not even reach the person. Our second room a/c did not work. They brought in a fan and said that was all they could do. The staff was kind but the actual rooms were not great. One plus is the pool is clean and beautiful.
The handicap room #1 is not very accessible. No room around the bed for a wheelchair. No bars in the shower. Shower head is on the opposite wall of the bench seat. There is also no removable shower head to wash person. The water does not even reach the person. Our second room a/c did not work. They brought in a fan and said that was all they could do. The staff was kind but the actual rooms were not great. One plus is the pool is clean and beautiful.
8
Wallace
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great pool and clean comfortable room.
Great pool and clean comfortable room.
4
Lisa
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
4
Robert
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This property was older which is no problem if the proper maintenance is done. The ice machine did not work, the pool had a pad lock on the gate, the office was closed for renovations (which were not currently being done) and you have to travel up the road to another motel to use their office. On the positive side,the a/c was cold and since we ended up in a wheel-chair friendly room our shower was nice and roomy. Good location but we would not stay there again.
This property was older which is no problem if the proper maintenance is done. The ice machine did not work, the pool had a pad lock on the gate, the office was closed for renovations (which were not currently being done) and you have to travel up the road to another motel to use their office. On the positive side,the a/c was cold and since we ended up in a wheel-chair friendly room our shower was nice and roomy. Good location but we would not stay there again.
10
Vickie
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
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Kara
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
8
Clinton
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motell was under renovation and the office was closed. We had to drive to the other hotel up the road just a few feet away. When i checked in they did not have the King bed we asked for at the hotel i requested that was close to the pool but the offered us a room with two queen beds at the same price so we took that. The AC worked but it was realy loud so when it would come on every 10 minutes it would wake you up. There were construction workers staying there and at 5 am they were out side tallking very loud and they had their stereo up with the doors open not to mention the backup beepers. When there is a parking lot on the other side of the property the could make as much noise as they want.
The motell was under renovation and the office was closed. We had to drive to the other hotel up the road just a few feet away. When i checked in they did not have the King bed we asked for at the hotel i requested that was close to the pool but the offered us a room with two queen beds at the same price so we took that. The AC worked but it was realy loud so when it would come on every 10 minutes it would wake you up. There were construction workers staying there and at 5 am they were out side tallking very loud and they had their stereo up with the doors open not to mention the backup beepers. When there is a parking lot on the other side of the property the could make as much noise as they want.
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Cleanliness
Housekeeping and maintenance are inconsistent: several guests found rooms clean, while others reported mold, worn carpets, dust and crumbs, ants, and hazardous exposed tacks or staples.
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Crystal
May 15, 2023
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The only good thing about this property is that there is a large grassy area for my dog to go potty. They (both the hotel and EXPEDIA should tell you that there is not just a $50 dog deposit but also it costs an additional $25 per day! Ridiculous! For $500 for 3 nights I could have stayed in a nicer location and hotel! The seals around the room door were not there, we could hear everything and feel the cold air coming in, there were ants all over the bathroom... when I told the manager, she left me a can of ant and roach spray! The beds were super soft and lumpy and the AC blew cool air, not cold at all, luckily the nights were still pretty cool there.
The only good thing about this property is that there is a large grassy area for my dog to go potty. They (both the hotel and EXPEDIA should tell you that there is not just a $50 dog deposit but also it costs an additional $25 per day! Ridiculous! For $500 for 3 nights I could have stayed in a nicer location and hotel! The seals around the room door were not there, we could hear everything and feel the cold air coming in, there were ants all over the bathroom... when I told the manager, she left me a can of ant and roach spray! The beds were super soft and lumpy and the AC blew cool air, not cold at all, luckily the nights were still pretty cool there.
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Lisa
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
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Robert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
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Lucinda
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were worried it would be loud because it's close to the highway but we were pleasantly pleased that when we closed the door to our room it was very quiet. It's a simple little place but it was very clean and quiet. We would recommend this motel.
We were worried it would be loud because it's close to the highway but we were pleasantly pleased that when we closed the door to our room it was very quiet. It's a simple little place but it was very clean and quiet. We would recommend this motel.
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Sierra
Oct 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Unfortunately we had to leave because the overwhelming scent of the cleaner/disinfectant that they used was making me feel sick. They claimed was using what they had to for the regulations, however they were using way to much...Ive stayed in motels before and after this and none smelled like this. Including the one we ended up staying at instead of. The room wasn't vacuumed good and there were crumbs in the entry. The curtain was broken and as I tried to move it I found the backside covered in dust and grime. The pillows were so wrinkly they looked like someone slept on them...its cheap,..for a reason.
Unfortunately we had to leave because the overwhelming scent of the cleaner/disinfectant that they used was making me feel sick. They claimed was using what they had to for the regulations, however they were using way to much...Ive stayed in motels before and after this and none smelled like this. Including the one we ended up staying at instead of. The room wasn't vacuumed good and there were crumbs in the entry. The curtain was broken and as I tried to move it I found the backside covered in dust and grime. The pillows were so wrinkly they looked like someone slept on them...its cheap,..for a reason.
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Monica
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was traveling for medical reasons. I needed a place to sleep for the night. I chose this hotel for the price and boy did I pay. In most ways this hotel was fine, but… I cut my foot badly on a staple sticking out of the floor in front of the bathroom door. There was black mold in the bathroom on the walls above the shower, and my coffee pot did not work. it still had the coffee and water in it from the person who was in the room before me and they tried to make coffee and it didn’t work for them either. I wish I had taken pictures now, but I was hoping to get a resolution from the owner when I checked out and I did not, so here is my honest review.
I was traveling for medical reasons. I needed a place to sleep for the night. I chose this hotel for the price and boy did I pay. In most ways this hotel was fine, but… I cut my foot badly on a staple sticking out of the floor in front of the bathroom door. There was black mold in the bathroom on the walls above the shower, and my coffee pot did not work. it still had the coffee and water in it from the person who was in the room before me and they tried to make coffee and it didn’t work for them either. I wish I had taken pictures now, but I was hoping to get a resolution from the owner when I checked out and I did not, so here is my honest review.
10
Kara
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
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William
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not a lot of people carpet was really old and dirty
Not a lot of people carpet was really old and dirty
10
Robert
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
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Felix
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Woman who checked us in was very polite. She even called us the next day after check out because we left our house keys in the room. I think we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms which was clean, and comfortable. We come every year mid october. We will be back.
Woman who checked us in was very polite. She even called us the next day after check out because we left our house keys in the room. I think we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms which was clean, and comfortable. We come every year mid october. We will be back.
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Rooms
Rooms range from remodeled and peaceful to dated or under renovation; sizes are small to simple, bed comfort varies, some A/C units are loud or inoperative, and a few rooms had door lock or seal issues.
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Laurie
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
10
Marye L
Apr 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Remodeled room was beautiful and peaceful with view of nature and swimming pool
Remodeled room was beautiful and peaceful with view of nature and swimming pool
6
Kelly
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The handicap room #1 is not very accessible. No room around the bed for a wheelchair. No bars in the shower. Shower head is on the opposite wall of the bench seat. There is also no removable shower head to wash person. The water does not even reach the person. Our second room a/c did not work. They brought in a fan and said that was all they could do. The staff was kind but the actual rooms were not great. One plus is the pool is clean and beautiful.
The handicap room #1 is not very accessible. No room around the bed for a wheelchair. No bars in the shower. Shower head is on the opposite wall of the bench seat. There is also no removable shower head to wash person. The water does not even reach the person. Our second room a/c did not work. They brought in a fan and said that was all they could do. The staff was kind but the actual rooms were not great. One plus is the pool is clean and beautiful.
6
Amy
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel owners were ok. Housekeeping staff is very sweet. My room was still under construction and was pained a horrible color of orange. The bed was unbelievably awful.
The hotel owners were ok. Housekeeping staff is very sweet. My room was still under construction and was pained a horrible color of orange. The bed was unbelievably awful.
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Ed
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
10
Vickie
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
8
Komoki
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stay here every time we are in town. They are friendly and the rooms are simple but nice.
We stay here every time we are in town. They are friendly and the rooms are simple but nice.
8
Clinton
Sep 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motell was under renovation and the office was closed. We had to drive to the other hotel up the road just a few feet away. When i checked in they did not have the King bed we asked for at the hotel i requested that was close to the pool but the offered us a room with two queen beds at the same price so we took that. The AC worked but it was realy loud so when it would come on every 10 minutes it would wake you up. There were construction workers staying there and at 5 am they were out side tallking very loud and they had their stereo up with the doors open not to mention the backup beepers. When there is a parking lot on the other side of the property the could make as much noise as they want.
The motell was under renovation and the office was closed. We had to drive to the other hotel up the road just a few feet away. When i checked in they did not have the King bed we asked for at the hotel i requested that was close to the pool but the offered us a room with two queen beds at the same price so we took that. The AC worked but it was realy loud so when it would come on every 10 minutes it would wake you up. There were construction workers staying there and at 5 am they were out side tallking very loud and they had their stereo up with the doors open not to mention the backup beepers. When there is a parking lot on the other side of the property the could make as much noise as they want.
8
Morgan
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The shower was really nice! You can tell it's an older hotel, but they've definitely put a lot of work into updating things.
The shower was really nice! You can tell it's an older hotel, but they've definitely put a lot of work into updating things.
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Robert
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
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Service
Many describe friendly, welcoming owners and staff, but others faced unreturned calls, a double-booking, refund disputes, and inconvenient off-site check-in.
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Laurie
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
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Alan
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
First the owner I believe was awesome . Friendly curtious and engaging. Would stay again if in the area. Units need updating and looks to be what is happening. Inconvenient to have to check in at upper facility, however with the terrible fires and changes the owners have had to go through in this area I understand we need to give them support.
First the owner I believe was awesome . Friendly curtious and engaging. Would stay again if in the area. Units need updating and looks to be what is happening. Inconvenient to have to check in at upper facility, however with the terrible fires and changes the owners have had to go through in this area I understand we need to give them support.
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Jessie
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff wasn’t the best, there was also a language barrier, it was also said breakfast was included but they said they don’t have that service.
Staff wasn’t the best, there was also a language barrier, it was also said breakfast was included but they said they don’t have that service.
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MICHAEL
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was accidentally booked by a small child playing on my phone. I called to explain the situation to the hotel and they said there’s nothing they could do but I should contact the third party (hotels.com) and they should be able to help me out. I contacted hotels.com who then contacted the hotel again to ask for a refund and the hotel refused. I’ll remove this hotel from any future trips that’s for sure.
The room was accidentally booked by a small child playing on my phone. I called to explain the situation to the hotel and they said there’s nothing they could do but I should contact the third party (hotels.com) and they should be able to help me out. I contacted hotels.com who then contacted the hotel again to ask for a refund and the hotel refused. I’ll remove this hotel from any future trips that’s for sure.
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Ed
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
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Nathan
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly and welcoming place,i wouldn't hesitate to go back again
Very friendly and welcoming place,i wouldn't hesitate to go back again
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Cynthia
Sep 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in was inconvenient. Had to go next door to check-in. Was informed by the note in the door
Check-in was inconvenient. Had to go next door to check-in. Was informed by the note in the door
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Komoki
May 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stay here every time we are in town. They are friendly and the rooms are simple but nice.
We stay here every time we are in town. They are friendly and the rooms are simple but nice.
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Jeffery
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
My room was double-booked with a suitcase in the room. The office was at another location, so I had to call. When no one answered I left a message. But no one ever contacted me and several hours later the other party showed, was surprised, and took her suitcase. I bolted the door after that. Very dated room, very dated procedures. Would not recommend this motel to anyone.
My room was double-booked with a suitcase in the room. The office was at another location, so I had to call. When no one answered I left a message. But no one ever contacted me and several hours later the other party showed, was surprised, and took her suitcase. I bolted the door after that. Very dated room, very dated procedures. Would not recommend this motel to anyone.
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Felix
Oct 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Woman who checked us in was very polite. She even called us the next day after check out because we left our house keys in the room. I think we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms which was clean, and comfortable. We come every year mid october. We will be back.
Woman who checked us in was very polite. She even called us the next day after check out because we left our house keys in the room. I think we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms which was clean, and comfortable. We come every year mid october. We will be back.
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Location
Convenient for Placerville, Apple Hill, and highway access; several guests found it easy to find and quiet inside despite the nearby road, with dining a short drive away.
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Robert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
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Robert
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This property was older which is no problem if the proper maintenance is done. The ice machine did not work, the pool had a pad lock on the gate, the office was closed for renovations (which were not currently being done) and you have to travel up the road to another motel to use their office. On the positive side,the a/c was cold and since we ended up in a wheel-chair friendly room our shower was nice and roomy. Good location but we would not stay there again.
This property was older which is no problem if the proper maintenance is done. The ice machine did not work, the pool had a pad lock on the gate, the office was closed for renovations (which were not currently being done) and you have to travel up the road to another motel to use their office. On the positive side,the a/c was cold and since we ended up in a wheel-chair friendly room our shower was nice and roomy. Good location but we would not stay there again.
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Michele
Jun 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to all of the farms as well as historic downtown. Always have a nice time staying here.
Close to all of the farms as well as historic downtown. Always have a nice time staying here.
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Lucinda
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were worried it would be loud because it's close to the highway but we were pleasantly pleased that when we closed the door to our room it was very quiet. It's a simple little place but it was very clean and quiet. We would recommend this motel.
We were worried it would be loud because it's close to the highway but we were pleasantly pleased that when we closed the door to our room it was very quiet. It's a simple little place but it was very clean and quiet. We would recommend this motel.
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Michael
Apr 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Ease to access . Short distance off the highway. Food etc is about 2 miles away.
Ease to access . Short distance off the highway. Food etc is about 2 miles away.
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Kara
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
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Derrick
May 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Old time motel! Swimming pool! In the mountains! Close to DT Placerville!
Old time motel! Swimming pool! In the mountains! Close to DT Placerville!
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Dining
Breakfast offering is inconsistent and very limited, ranging from no on-site service to a packaged pastry and in-room coffee.
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pierre
Aug 31, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Un bon choix dans la gamme motel économique. Propre et calme ; correctement entretenu. Une piscine grande belle et propre. Pas de petit déjeuner sur place.
Un bon choix dans la gamme motel économique. Propre et calme ; correctement entretenu. Une piscine grande belle et propre. Pas de petit déjeuner sur place.
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Jessie
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff wasn’t the best, there was also a language barrier, it was also said breakfast was included but they said they don’t have that service.
Staff wasn’t the best, there was also a language barrier, it was also said breakfast was included but they said they don’t have that service.
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Lisa
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
The office was closed for renovation so we had to check in at the property just up the road. The included breakfast was a stale, packaged pastry that I got at check-in. Booked a double queen room but the beds were just full size. Both my kids hurt their feet on the exposed tack strip on the edge of the threshold into the bathroom so we covered it with a towel. The shower curtain was on the ground, the shelf in the shower had been ripped off, showing exposed concrete, and the inside of the bathroom door was missing a bunch of paint (likely from a pet that was locked inside). We were planning to stay 2 nights but decided to just drive home after a long day of river rafting rather than stay a second night. I will say the grass area and garden are quite pretty.
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Ed
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
The room door did not lock. Big gap at the door jamb. Literally did not lock. Pushed it open as I went to slide the key in. Had to change rooms. The breakfast (as advertised included) is one danish and “coffee in your room” as the woman stated at the front desk as she handed me the danish (did give me 2 of them;). She and her husband were very kind and moved my room and said that someone stayed on that room the night before with no problems.
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Robert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
The place is easy to find; rooms are simple, nothing fancy but clean. Bed was comfortable and they offered a breakfast but we didn't partake of it. We've stayed here before and have never been disappointed.
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Richard
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Room space was good, beds were decent. The flooring was so gross, the bathroom lights kept flickering, the toilet paper holder was broken. Unable to charge phones because the outlets wouldn’t work.
Room space was good, beds were decent. The flooring was so gross, the bathroom lights kept flickering, the toilet paper holder was broken. Unable to charge phones because the outlets wouldn’t work.
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Mackenzie
Oct 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Was really happy that it was pet friendly worked in a pinch decent air air-conditioning works really well room was pretty clean. Little bit of a stickler about extra towels, but that’s OK. Life goes on.
Was really happy that it was pet friendly worked in a pinch decent air air-conditioning works really well room was pretty clean. Little bit of a stickler about extra towels, but that’s OK. Life goes on.
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Adeline
Aug 31, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nothing in this room worked..coffee pot, NO, television, NO. Hot water, barely! Torn carpeting, danger, could trip! Tried to get manager to move me to different room, said he could not! Homeless, outside and doing drugs in room next to mine, scary! My family saw, came and got me, and moved me to a Best Western for safety, even though I had paid for that second day!
Nothing in this room worked..coffee pot, NO, television, NO. Hot water, barely! Torn carpeting, danger, could trip! Tried to get manager to move me to different room, said he could not! Homeless, outside and doing drugs in room next to mine, scary! My family saw, came and got me, and moved me to a Best Western for safety, even though I had paid for that second day!
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Jackson
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
very clean rooms
very clean rooms
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Lindsey
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location to all the things and places we wanted to explore. Happy that pets were accepted and had some grass to run around. Yet with pets accepted there were no trash cans anywhere outside to dispose trash. Had to take with us to dispose somewhere else. Room was spacious yet bed lil uncomfortable. No pool :( yet Pleasant, nice garden and wouldn’t mind staying if we needed a quick getaway
Good location to all the things and places we wanted to explore. Happy that pets were accepted and had some grass to run around. Yet with pets accepted there were no trash cans anywhere outside to dispose trash. Had to take with us to dispose somewhere else. Room was spacious yet bed lil uncomfortable. No pool :( yet Pleasant, nice garden and wouldn’t mind staying if we needed a quick getaway
Property Policies
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From 15:00 to 23:00
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FAQs about Mother Lode Motel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered?
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
The property allows pets in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of $25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the 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 or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Placerville (Apple Hill), within a 5-minute drive of Lumsden Park and Placerville Historical Museum, 1.8 miles from Smokey Ridge Winery, and 2.4 miles from Historic Main Street Placerville.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool available from May to May, with access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
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 $15 per day, and advance request or confirmation is required.
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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.
A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
- 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 100.00 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: USD 25 (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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Non-Smoking Rooms
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Family Room
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Free Wi-Fi