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Mother Lode Motel

2.0 star property
Placerville motel in Apple Hill with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink
Exterior
Reviews
6.2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Popular LocationHistoric Main Street Placerville3 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Dorado County Fairgrounds5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine6 min drive
  • AirportSacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)57 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Placerville

At Mother Lode Motel you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Lumsden Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Smokey Ridge Winery. Highlights at this motel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a vending machine. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .In proximity to this Apple Hill motel you'll find Red Hawk Casino.

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 3 min drive
  • Apple Mountain Golf Resort - 5 min drive
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 6 min drive
  • Red Hawk Casino - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wienerschnitzel - 2 min drive
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • The Independent Restaurant and Bar - 3 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 3 min drive
  • Subway - 2 min drive

About this property

Mother Lode Motel

Placerville motel in Apple Hill with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Mother Lode Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Placerville motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Mother Lode Motel offers 21 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Placerville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.
    Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Mother Lode Motel
Mother Lode Motel Placerville
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mother Lode Motel?

Mother Lode Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mother Lode Motel?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on 20 May 2024 start from AU$146.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mother Lode Motel?

Yep, Mother Lode Motel has a free self car park.

Does Mother Lode Motel have a pool?

Mother Lode Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to May).

Does Mother Lode Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, free on-the-go brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mother Lode Motel?

No, Mother Lode Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mother Lode Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Mother Lode Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 332 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 332 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

jimmy

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The people there were very friendly and i felt like they were happy we were there. Wish the mattress was more comfortable but i have disabilities though that make me a little pickier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix, Yountville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sierra

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Travelled with family
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lucinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
Check-in was inconvenient. Had to go next door to check-in. Was informed by the note in the door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RUDOLPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Laurie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023