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Best Western Golden Key

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Lake Clementine

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The Best Western Golden Key sits near Lake Clementine and Ridge Golf Club, offering a practical home base with thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout their stay, access to a 24-hour business center, and attentive staff ready to assist with local recommendations.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(111 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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 neighborhood

Map
13450 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA, 95603

What's nearby

  • Placer County Visitor Information Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Auburn State Recreation Area - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Foresthill Bridge - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Lake Clementine - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

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
  • ‪Jinme Ramen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Best Western Golden Key

Hotel near Lake Clementine
Located close to Ridge Golf Club and Gold Country Fairgrounds, Best Western Golden Key provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • A vegetable garden, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and cribs/infant beds

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1963
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 59 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Golden Key have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Golden Key?

As of Dec 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Golden Key on Dec 28, 2025 start from $80.75, 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.

Is Best Western Golden Key pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Golden Key allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 59 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Golden Key?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 24 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Golden Key?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Golden Key located?

Located in North Auburn, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lake Clementine and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Gold Country Fairgrounds. Gold Country Museum and Mt. Vernon Winery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Golden Key Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Wissuta

the room is in an ok condition the bed is so comfortable staff is helpful breakfast is sufficient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very friendly and helpful. Room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great about my stay here. This will be my spot when in these parts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean; good breakfast; great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, wonderful shower, comfortable bed. Breakfast included sausage & egg biscuits, cereal, toast, 2 waffle makers, yogurt machine, bananas, apples, tangerines, and several juices. Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute stay on our way home from vacation. The front desk staff was warm and welcoming. The room was so clean and newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Staff was very friendly and the location was great. The breakfast was quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Pool and hot tub were clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and always available to help. The owt friendly room's were beyind clean. Thusvis my "go to" pkace while in Auburn!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel was clean but much more aged then the photos show. Breakfast was good, however it is continental style with a few choices. Did not interact with staff other then check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Hongwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location..breakfast options were very good..friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very nice and clean. Easy and polite check-in. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms, friendly staff and the pool and hot tub are nice and maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Great stay

Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good customer service and continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just really nice location and the staff was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, spacious, spacious! The room is huge. We are happy to stay here. And the breakfast is excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Amenities
The staff was very friendly, the room looked like it had been remodeled so that's good, and it was near restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025