The Foothills Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Auburn motel

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free WiFi
Balcony view
Bar (on property)
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Courtyard view
Billiards

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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13431 Bowman Rd, Auburn, CA, 95603
  • Superior Court Historic Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Clementine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Auburn

In Auburn .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Placer County Visitor Information Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Auburn State Recreation Area with a stay here. The Statues of Ken Fox and Regal Auburn - California are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Placer County Visitor Information Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Superior Court Historic Courthouse - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lake Clementine - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ridge Golf Club - 6 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 4 min drive
  • Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Town Pizza Auburn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ikeda's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Foothills Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Auburn motel
Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Foothills Motel was completed in June 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Auburn motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1959
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Foothills Motel offers 32 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Auburn motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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The Foothills Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 583 out of 727 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 727 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 727 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 727 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 727 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kiara, Auburn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cute retro motel! Great customer service. Had nice hang out areas separated by edges and a nice pool area to relax by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed as a family of four for a quick overnight trip. The hotel has been recently remodeled and is a really cool mix of retro-modern. We really enjoyed this hotel and the onsite manager was super friendly and helped us out with what we needed. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fiancée and I stayed at The Foothills Motel on our way to the Donner Memorial site. We chose this specific motel based on the fantastic reviews and the pictures on the website! We would definitely stay here again. Friendly staff and amazing ambience. I especially liked the colorful chairs outside of all the rooms and the hanging bulb lights lit up at night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quiet. Everything is like new with the remodel.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique retro setup
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location, friendly staff, cute vintage vibe, and the bonus was the bowling alley next door!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oh my goodness! This place is so cute, and such a solid stay. The bed was comfy, the little patio we had was so cute, the towels were soft and the vibe was just precious. Excellent service. Parking is free. Pool looks nice! Fun bar just down the way. Will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Merrell

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
My second time staying at Foothills. Both visits have been outstanding. This trip I particularly enjoyed the King room. We sat out on the patio relaxing and reading. Though Foothills is close to a freeway the room itself was quiet. Bed comfy. Staff helpful. Retro vibe a bonus. What’s not to love.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we first got to our room there was a strong smell of cigarettes. Fortunately the staff was able to move us into another room and all was well. Room was clean and compact, and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and clean

Centrally located, comfortable, friendly staff. My only complaint is the lack of counter space in the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You should stay here.

Super clean fun and funky. Late 60s themed, in a really nice way. Rooms were clean. Good location. Pretty views! Dog Friendly ! Would stay again for sure ! The price point is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has been remodeled and is very quaint and cute. A bit of a retro style. Very quiet, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and up to date
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was originally built in the 70's and has that nostalgic look and feel about it - but don't let that fool you. The interior appointments have been completely modernized and updated. The bathroom is totally modern, the bed and pillow were some of the best I've ever slept on, and the staff were super friendly. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here in the future and highly recommend it to anyone who might be looking for something different from what the corporate world has to offer in big box reservations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

JENNIFER

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Foothill is 5 mins drive away from town of Auburn and it is right beside the highway. Grocery store, Starbucks, gas station, and restaurants are within walking distance. Location is very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jene'e

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very special little place I will always return. It's a place you always wish to come back to. Very unique tucked away little retreat surrounded by the beautiful mountains of Auburn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old school Motel with modern convenience. Close to everything in area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The guest check in staff was very friendly. But upon arrival and getting settled, in the room, we opened the mini fridge only to be hit in the face with the smell of rotten milk. The smell lingered and we reported it, but the staff didn’t know what to go and because it was a fully booked weekend we couldn’t be moved. I was traveling with 2 young children, so it added to my dissatisfaction. The beds did not have even a mattress pad protector so you are sleeping on a sheet right on top of the mattress which is unsanitary. I was disappointed based on reviews…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice peaceful motel. Will be coming back next time I visit the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025