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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
Property grounds
Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
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.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen 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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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.
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Map
1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA, 95667

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

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

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 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

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
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 to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mother Lode Motel on 23 Sept 2025 start from NZ$173.88, 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 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

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 377 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice updates to an aged property, nice pool too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Komoki

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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant check in experience Small room but clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marye L

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

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ease to access . Short distance off the highway. Food etc is about 2 miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

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

8/10 Good

Wallace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and clean comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

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

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

KAI-YUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy, clean, and dog-friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Morgan

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

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean basic lodging
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lucinda

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

8/10 Good

anthony

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

Hotels

Good clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff wasn’t the best, there was also a language barrier, it was also said breakfast was included but they said they don’t have that service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Teri Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not recommend this place. If Expedia wants to stay a reputable place they need to let this place go.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Forrest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mother Lode Motel was simply a nice place. Nothing overly fancy. Just perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice older motel in very good condition. Very nice pool. Management was stingy regarding towels, pillows which seems quite unnecessary when you are paying more than $100/night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Felix

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

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