Mother Lode Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Placerville with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Placerville Speedway
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Placerville

At Mother Lode Motel you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Lumsden Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Smokey Ridge Winery. Highlights at this motel include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a vending machine. Each morning free on-the-go breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .In proximity to this Apple Hill motel you'll find Red Hawk Casino.

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Placerville Speedway - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 13 min drive - 17.6 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 in Placerville with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Mother Lode Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Placerville motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Mother Lode Motel offers 21 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Placerville motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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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

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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
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
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in May.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mother Lode Motel?

Mother Lode Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$176.49, 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.

Is parking available at Mother Lode Motel?

Yep, Mother Lode Motel has a free self car park.

Does Mother Lode Motel have a pool?

Mother Lode Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to May).

Does Mother Lode Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, free on-the-go brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mother Lode Motel?

No, Mother Lode Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mother Lode Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.