American River Inn

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and restaurant

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Interior
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan

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6600 Orleans Street, Georgetown, CA, 95634
  • Place, Auburn State Recreation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, South Fork of the American River
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (First Floor)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Library)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Double Room, Private Bathroom (Versatile- shared or P/B)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (or Shared Bath, 2nd Floor)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Georgetown

American River Inn puts you in the centre of Georgetown, 6.4 km (4 mi) from Auburn State Recreation Area and 16.5 km (10.2 mi) from Henningsen Lotus Park. Highlights at this Victorian B&B include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Georgetown B&B include Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park and South Fork of the American River.

What's nearby

  • Auburn State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • South Fork of the American River - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Henningsen Lotus Park - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 21 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 34 min drive
  • Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster Burgers & Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪hotel california - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Georgetown Hotel & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buckeye Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Terry's Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk

About this property

American River Inn

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A hot tub, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly American River Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Georgetown bed & breakfast.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1853
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
American River Inn offers 16 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a ceiling fan. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. This Georgetown bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 6 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 welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 66 lb per pet)

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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

American River Inn Georgetown
American River Inn
American River Georgetown
The Historic American River Hotel Georgetown
American River Inn Georgetown
American River Inn Bed & breakfast
American River Inn Bed & breakfast Georgetown

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at American River Inn?

Yep, American River Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at American River Inn?

As of 9 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American River Inn on 12 Jan 2026 start from NZ$261.01, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to American River Inn?

The closest beach to American River Inn is Granite Bay Beach (32.1 km).

What makes American River Inn a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at American River Inn.

Does American River Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, free full brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at American River Inn?

No, American River Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at American River Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at American River Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at American River Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

American River Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 255 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We didn’t read the fine print about the 6 pm check in time. We arrived after midnight. The proprietor was very kind and accommodating despite us having woken her up out of her sleep to check us in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very lovely bed and breakfast hotel. Lots of history there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overall ok, not great

Staff was friendly for sure, and breakfast was good, freshly made. The house had great charm, I appreciate the antiquity of it, the architecture. However, there are things that could be modernized, like the locks on the rooms and bathrooms. 2 of the 3 rooms I booked had increasingly uncomfortable and squeaky beds, no Kleenex in the rooms, the main bathroom we used had nothing to dry our hands after washing them. While the bedrooms were very hot, the hallways and main part of the B&B was freezing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Decent place, beautiful building

Emailed through their website and through hotels.com, but never got a response. Ended up changing my plans to arrive within the three hour check in. Nothing noted about how to get into the building, ended up having to look up the number and call. This was during check in hours. Staff was helpful, hotel was as expected for an older Victorian. Hot tub was very nice, but make sure you bring your key, or you will be locked out hoping a guest will let you back in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great historical stay

Great historical stay with many interesting pieces inside. Staff was great and accommodating. Some slight disrepair in the bathroom, and the enclosed yard, which could be very enjoyable, was not well maintained, so did not present an environment to relax outside. Still a great and unique stay that harkens back to the old bed and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a super cool town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geri

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

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the ambiance of the hotel. Everyone is very helpful and kind. Very interested in and attentive to our comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

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

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Cute bed & breakfast in the heart of Georgetown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Portola Valley

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute bed and breakfast. Not glamorous but authentic. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old gold country style and furnishings. Walkable distance to eats. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Laura, Bellevue

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic inn. Very clean and excellent breakfast. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buildings architecture and decoration was full of old world charm. Art displayed everywhere and the owner made a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

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

A good stay

Everything was good or better Except no convenient area for pet relief. There is mo grass. Pet areas are dirt which is not good for them or carpets. Overall great rooms: clean, comfortable and decently priced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disappointed

Two stars because set breakfast was mother's home-cooking, with two sweet hired girls serving 5 tables. One star otherwise. Hoping this would be the nicest stay of 8 accommodations in our 3 weeks in California, I was sorely disappointed. It was the worst; with later insult added to injury. First indication was the cracked glass in the front door; then small sign at owner's desk advising a currently non-functioning hot tub. Owner described the several restaurants in the small town. Not much else open. He suggested a walk for activity which we did take, discovering little activity in the town. Our room was a sad surprise, a mishmash of furniture, lighting, kitchen sink, but no refrigerator, a bath tub within the room, a separate compartment with toilet and sink. A renovated bathroom with shower was excellent, but across a hallway. As to lighting, the lights adjacent to bed were too dim to see for reading. The table lamp was difficult to use, the wardrobe in corner was too dark to use, had no hangers, and would not hold my suitcase which thus had to be placed on the table. Similar lighting problems at other side of room. The worst of the room was the stand-alone roaring air conditioner, over which the road roar of accelerating loud trucks and cars went on 'til toward 10 or 11 pm, indicating life speeds past this town. I early discovered that the door from the room onto the veranda actually could be opened, however there was no sitting furniture on the dirty porch. Later in the
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful bed and breakfast, staff was so accommodating. Totally enjoyed our overnight stay in Georgetown!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were bummed that the Hot Tube wasn't working. But other then that, all expectations were met. The Inn was well decorated. We enjoyed some time in the yard. Breakfast was delicious. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Betty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Antique feeling, friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024