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Mother Lode Motel

2.0 star property
Placerville motel in Apple Hill area

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Property grounds
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Place, Lumsden Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Red Hawk Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Placerville

Apple Hill stay.Your stay at this Apple Hill motel places you within 2 miles (3 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

  • Lumsden Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 13 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lava Cap Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Hut Deli - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mother Lode Motel

Placerville motel in Apple Hill area
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 hair dryers. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Placerville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available

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 staffed during limited hours
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
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 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 200 will be collected before check-in.

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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mother Lode Motel to the airport?

Mother Lode Motel is 57.1 mi (64-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 Mother Lode Motel?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on Apr 5, 2026 start from CA $116, 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 Mother Lode Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mother Lode Motel.

Does Mother Lode Motel offer free breakfast?

Mother Lode Motel offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Mother Lode Motel?

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

What time is check-in at Mother Lode Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mother Lode Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Mother Lode Motel have a pool?

Mother Lode Motel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Mother Lode Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Mother Lode Motel to downtown Placerville?

Mother Lode Motel is 2.1 mi away from Placerville.

Mother Lode Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 388 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

MICHAEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle, Reno

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

ken

no computer charge circuits. only one bed stand, no clothes closet...it was bare minimum standards...some of the furniture very worn out, no cups or supplies for coffee, ....
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Vickie, Kelseyville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We left instead of staying a second night

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ahmad

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Komoki

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay here every time we are in town. They are friendly and the rooms are simple but nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ease to access . Short distance off the highway. Food etc is about 2 miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

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

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Small but Clean

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marye L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Remodeled room was beautiful and peaceful with view of nature and swimming pool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Modesto

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Modesto

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

QINGQUAN

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sergey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025