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Gold Trail Motor Lodge

Property class: 2
Placerville motel in Apple Hill area

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A motel with a tiled roof, individual rooms, and a parking lot.
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A bathroom with a bathtub, shower, and a toilet.
A motel with two-story buildings, a parking lot, and a forested area in the background.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1970 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Place, Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Apple Mountain Golf Resort
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, an air conditioning unit, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Placerville

Apple Hill stay.Your stay at this Apple Hill motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Lumsden Park and Smokey Ridge Winery. Historic Main Street Placerville and El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bell Tower - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Apple Mountain Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Findleton Estate & Winery - 5 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Apple Hill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pine O'Mine - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Gold Trail Motor Lodge

Placerville motel in Apple Hill area
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Placerville motel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Gold Trail Motor Lodge offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100 and a deposit of USD 100 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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 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

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
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, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gold Trail Motor Lodge to the airport?

Gold Trail Motor Lodge is 57.1 mi (62-min drive) away from the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gold Trail Motor Lodge?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gold Trail Motor Lodge on Nov 16, 2026 start from CA $127, excluding 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.

Does Gold Trail Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gold Trail Motor Lodge.

Does Gold Trail Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Gold Trail Motor Lodge offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Gold Trail Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Red Hawk Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gold Trail Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Gold Trail Motor Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gold Trail Motor Lodge have a pool?

Gold Trail Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Gold Trail Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gold Trail Motor Lodge to downtown Placerville?

Gold Trail Motor Lodge is 2.2 mi away from Placerville.

Gold Trail Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 457 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Convient location in area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel was as expected. Nothing fancy. But the staff was kind and helpful, bathroom fairly clean, and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable & clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and accommodating host. Room was clean and quiet. Parking is easy. WiFi does not work well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking is easy and the owner is kind and available when needed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place quiet, easy parking and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and welcoming, we hav stayed here before and will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not bad i would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Advertised wifi internet is *in the tiny welcome office only* Advertised breakfast is a joke too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the front desk people are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Staff, Nice Stay

This motor lodge offers a no-frills place to stay, with a great staff at a reasonable price. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
I enjoyed the woody areas and how quiet and piece full the stay was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. A minute from Apple Hill
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to wineries, town services, and restaurants, yet away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great host
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing wrong
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower head water was amazing so great of pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025