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Mother Lode Motel

2.0 star property
Placerville motel in Apple Hill with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Property grounds
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink
Exterior
Reviews
6.4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Popular LocationHistoric Main Street Placerville3 min drive
  • Popular LocationEl Dorado County Fairgrounds5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine6 min drive
  • AirportSacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)57 min drive

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6/10 Okay

Nice place, pleasant stay
John
May 31, 2024
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Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Placerville

Mother Lode Motel is located in Apple Hill, a neighborhood in Placerville. Historic Main Street Placerville and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lumsden Park and Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine. El Dorado County Fairgrounds and River Runners are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 3 min drive
  • Apple Mountain Golf Resort - 5 min drive
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 5 min drive
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 6 min drive
  • Red Hawk Casino - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Independent Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Mother Lode Motel

Motel located in Apple Hill
Mother Lode Motel provides amenities like free to-go breakfast and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Mother Lode Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; 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 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to May
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Mother Lode Motel
Mother Lode Motel Placerville
Mother Lode Placerville
Mother Lode Hotel Placerville
Mother Lode Motel Motel
Mother Lode Motel Placerville
Mother Lode Motel Motel Placerville

Frequently asked questions

Does Mother Lode Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Mother Lode Motel?

As of Jun 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on Jun 19, 2024 start from $89.0, 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 Mother Lode Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, Mother Lode Motel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Mother Lode Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mother Lode Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mother Lode Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Mother Lode Motel located?

Located in Apple Hill, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lumsden Park, Smokey Ridge Winery, and Historic Main Street Placerville. El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce and Placerville Historical Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 335 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 335 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place, pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawna L

Liked: Staff & service
Good!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Morgan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower was really nice! You can tell it's an older hotel, but they've definitely put a lot of work into updating things.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

jimmy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The people there were very friendly and i felt like they were happy we were there. Wish the mattress was more comfortable but i have disabilities though that make me a little pickier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! We wanted an affordable place to stay after having a full day at apple hill and this place delivered. It was clean, comfortable and straight forward. The check in is at the motel next to it but it was super easy and literally right next door. Would recommend to friends!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix, Yountville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woman who checked us in was very polite. She even called us the next day after check out because we left our house keys in the room. I think we stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms which was clean, and comfortable. We come every year mid october. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sierra

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately we had to leave because the overwhelming scent of the cleaner/disinfectant that they used was making me feel sick. They claimed was using what they had to for the regulations, however they were using way to much...Ive stayed in motels before and after this and none smelled like this. Including the one we ended up staying at instead of. The room wasn't vacuumed good and there were crumbs in the entry. The curtain was broken and as I tried to move it I found the backside covered in dust and grime. The pillows were so wrinkly they looked like someone slept on them...its cheap,..for a reason.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with family
First the owner I believe was awesome . Friendly curtious and engaging. Would stay again if in the area. Units need updating and looks to be what is happening. Inconvenient to have to check in at upper facility, however with the terrible fires and changes the owners have had to go through in this area I understand we need to give them support.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lucinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were worried it would be loud because it's close to the highway but we were pleasantly pleased that when we closed the door to our room it was very quiet. It's a simple little place but it was very clean and quiet. We would recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
Check-in was inconvenient. Had to go next door to check-in. Was informed by the note in the door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RUDOLPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Laurie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My reservation was at Mother Lode, but when I tried to check in, the office was closed and a note to call a number for assistance. The number was to another hotel up the road. I went there, had no choice but to check in. Rooms smelled so bad, electrical outlets in bathroom didn't work, no wi-fi, hardly any TV channels and no pool. Switch and bait!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Amy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avoid if you can
The hotel owners were ok. Housekeeping staff is very sweet. My room was still under construction and was pained a horrible color of orange. The bed was unbelievably awful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Shamryn, Rocklin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Macy-June

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Placerville
Old time motel! Swimming pool! In the mountains! Close to DT Placerville!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this property is that there is a large grassy area for my dog to go potty. They (both the hotel and EXPEDIA should tell you that there is not just a $50 dog deposit but also it costs an additional $25 per day! Ridiculous! For $500 for 3 nights I could have stayed in a nicer location and hotel! The seals around the room door were not there, we could hear everything and feel the cold air coming in, there were ants all over the bathroom... when I told the manager, she left me a can of ant and roach spray! The beds were super soft and lumpy and the AC blew cool air, not cold at all, luckily the nights were still pretty cool there.

8/10 Good

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotels
Good clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Noe

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked NOTHING about this property; in fact I am trying to get refund as we did not stay there. The room smelled of bleach and I'm immune comprised as I have cancer and could not stay there. The pool was not operational, the front desk person was rude; in fact we had to check at a different hotel as the office for this motel was under construction.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

2/10 Terrible

Jayne-Marie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I could not stay there because of too much snow. Their entrance was blocked with too much snow. I could not get in and would not be able to get out. I know it was non refundable, but they should make allowances for unusual circumstances.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0