Sonora Gold Lodge

Property class: 2

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A wooden sign for Sonora Gold Lodge with a 'VACANCY' label, surrounded by a garden with rocks and plants.
A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" above the entrance, a mailbox, and a small American flag.
A chain-link fence with a pool in the background.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, and a blender on the countertop.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a fence with a blue and white striped pattern, and a bench with a perforated design.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept

Explore the area

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480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370
  • Place, Mother Lode Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dragoon Gulch Trail Head
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tuolumne County Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sonora

Sonora Gold Lodge puts you in the centre of Sonora, 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Mother Lode Fairgrounds and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Adventist Health Sonora. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Sonora motel include Railtown 1897 State Historic Park and Columbia State Historic Park.

What's nearby

  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dragoon Gulch Trail Head - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tuolumne County Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sonora Opera Hall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Schnoogs Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

As a guest of Sonora Gold Lodge, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Sonora Gold Lodge also features a vending machine, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sonora motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1939
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sonora Gold Lodge offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1939
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 2 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Utility fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

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 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD2 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, Discover and debit cards. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gold Lodge
Gold Lodge Sonora
Gold Sonora
Sonora Gold
The Gold Lodge
Sonora Gold Lodge Motel
Sonora Gold Lodge Sonora
Sonora Gold Lodge Motel Sonora

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Sonora Gold Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonora Gold Lodge?

As of 8 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonora Gold Lodge on 9 Sept 2026 start from NZ$156, 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 Sonora Gold Lodge?

Yep, Sonora Gold Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have a pool?

Sonora Gold Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from May to September.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary breakfast is offered daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, Sonora Gold Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonora Gold Lodge?

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

Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 682 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 682 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 682 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 118 out of 682 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 140 out of 682 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheyene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying there. The hotel staff are excellent and very helpful.an as well as I love the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly as always.It is an excellent stay housekeeping very much on par. Overall great sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping is excellent Friendly staff as always Got room 120 was amazing the bath was so clean and spacious..love staying here..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient and quick check in...some other hotels ive been to struggle with check ins and take a long time, not this one
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super fast check ins
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Plenty of parking...excellent night staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms as always
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great rooms. Beds are on the firm side and I had to get some extra pillows but overall a great experience. Hot water and great water pressure. Now if you’re expecting a 5 star resort go somewhere else. This is an old school motel. Single level with drive up parking right to the door. Only major downfall is the WiFi is slow and tv channels are finicky and sometimes non operational. But for the price it’s a great deal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
The smell of cigarette smoke in the room was awful. Also found left over food on floor between nightstand and bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean ...the night host was awesome She made the process fast and easy to check in Over all good place for quiet rest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is an older hotel. But the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean very out dated the electrical plugs where burnt didn’t seem safe. I had a non smoking room and it smelled of stale cigarettes. The staff was wonderful though.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great, the staff was great and friendly and we were welcome with open arms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nights counter employee awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite & clean. Vintage motel, but worked well. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very rustic, which was nice. Very clean. The remodeling made for a very enjoyable stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful. All in all a very pleasant surprise especially considering the very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Guyana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor service and conditions.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Would stay again

Was a nice quiet place for the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023