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Best Western Golden Key

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lake Clementine in Auburn

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Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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13450 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA, 95603
  • Place, Placer County Visitor Information Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Auburn State Recreation Area
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Foresthill Bridge
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Smoking Room, Pet Friendly Room, Desk, Microwave and Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Auburn

In Auburn .You'll find Lake Clementine and Gold Country Fairgrounds within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Gold Country Museum and Mt. Vernon Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Placer County Visitor Information Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Auburn State Recreation Area - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Foresthill Bridge - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lake Clementine - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 8 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ikeda's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Golden Key

Hotel near Lake Clementine in Auburn
Best Western Golden Key offers its guests a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Golden Key. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Auburn hotel is smoke free.

  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1963
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Golden Key offers 68 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 24
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 59 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.00 per night.

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 accommodation, per week (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 24 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in smoking rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Best Western Golden Key Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

Comfortable stay

Great room. Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

Great room.

Room was clean, smelled great. Staff was friendly. I had a comfortable night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosemary

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, and very accommodating, clean room presentation and comfortable amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spent 1 night but convenient and curtious staff. Room quiet nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

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

Really nice!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

2/10 Terrible

Royal

Glitch? I clucked on the 16th. They had to cancel the reservation as you guys booked it for the 17th
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly, lake stevens

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

Awesome stay

Great room, friendly staff, safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly and helpful check in man.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathirgamar

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

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room was spacious, could use a little modernising but was comfy, staff friendly and the pool needed in the heat after a busy day. Breakfast was included but it was a small Room With limited choice however it fed and watered us and so that’s fine. For a one. Ight stop over it was good and I would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albi na

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated well and good cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindi, West Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel off I-80 with many convenient stores fast food and restaurants within walking distance . Close to old town Auburn with a few miles . Room was very updated and comfortable and clean . Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything functioned as it should. I have no problem staying here every time I'm in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The clerk at the front desk was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast is good. Staff serving the breakfast is good too. She keeps cleaning up the table, ie. Waffle machine, coffee machine area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

harry

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

Really clean really a nice motel thanks

Yes it was great great stay there really nice motel people were really friendly and they have breakfast and coffee and it was really good thanks a lot hotels.com
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good breakfast that you don’t want to miss. Also friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025