Mother Lode Motel

Travelers find a peaceful garden retreat and seasonal outdoor pool at this charming motel, making it an ideal spot for a hassle-free getaway

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Dates

March 2026

April 2026

Property grounds - Mother Lode Motel (Placerville)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Mother Lode Motel (Placerville)

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas - Mother Lode Motel (Placerville)

Located in the heart of Apple Hill, Mother Lode Motel offers a cozy retreat with a to-go breakfast each morning. Enjoy the peaceful garden oasis and seasonal outdoor pool for sunshine. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

₹9,004 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

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Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the area

Apple Hill, a neighbourhood in Placerville, is home to Mother Lode Motel. 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 Wakamatsu Farm are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Placerville travel guide

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1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667

What's nearby

Historic Main Street Placerville
3 min drive - 4.3 km
Lumsden Park
3 min drive - 2.6 km
El Dorado County Fairgrounds
7 min drive - 9.0 km
Red Hawk Casino
13 min drive - 17.6 km
@the Grounds
60 min drive - 67.7 km

Getting around

Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.)
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

Motel located in Apple Hill

Mother Lode Motel provides amenities, such as free on-the-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, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A vending machine and smoke-free property
Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition

Room features

All guest rooms at Mother Lode Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
TVs with cable channels
Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

₹10,914 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

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
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

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

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

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 are 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 on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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 any lifts

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 neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

Mother Lode Motel

Mother Lode Motel Placerville

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Mother Lode Hotel Placerville

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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 to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 26 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on 1 Mar 2026 start from 8185.61, 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Mother Lode Motel located?

Located in Apple Hill, this motel is within 3 miles (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 miles (5 km).

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Mother Lode Motel Reviews

6.4

7.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Camille

2 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Clean rooms Helpful staff

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Wallace

14 Jul 2024

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

Great pool and clean comfortable room.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

29 Sept 2024

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

Very friendly and welcoming place,i wouldn't hesitate to go back again

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marye L

17 Apr 2025

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

8/10 Good

Robert

19 Apr 2025

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

8/10 Good

Lucinda

18 Sept 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Kara

30 Oct 2023

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

8/10 Good

jimmy

25 Nov 2023

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

Felix

17 Oct 2023

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

4/10 Poor

Lisa

31 Jul 2025

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

8/10 Good

Alan

22 Sept 2023

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

6/10 Okay

Kelly

8 Jun 2025

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

james

27 Dec 2025

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

Very convenient.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

6 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Komoki

10 May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

24 Aug 2025

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

Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

31 May 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Nice place, pleasant stay

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

16 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

16 Mar 2022

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

Stay was very pleasant.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele

8 Jun 2024

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

Go to spot for Apple Hill

Close to all of the farms as well as historic downtown. Always have a nice time staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

31 Oct 2022

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, clean, and dog-friendly!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

ken

30 Sept 2025

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