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Sonora Gold Lodge

2.0 star property
City-center motel within walking distance of Mother Lode Fairgrounds

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Breakfast area
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Front of property
Sonora Gold Lodge is a cozy retreat near Adventist Health Sonora and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Enjoy free breakfast, relax by the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, or unwind at the terrace. With helpful staff, barbecue grills on site and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $80
includes taxes & fees
$72 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2015
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 220 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2015
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 220 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds - 3 min walk
  • Dragoon Gulch Trail Head - 7 min walk
  • Adventist Health Sonora - 4 min drive
  • Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 6 min drive
  • Columbia State Historic Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Armory - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Emberz - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Day O Espresso - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

When visiting Sonora, Sonora Gold Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, water skiing, and downhill skiing are nearby. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1939
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Utility fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 2 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 20 to October 01

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.

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

Does Sonora Gold Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sonora Gold Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 25.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Black Oak Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Sonora Gold Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like ice skating, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

What's the area around Sonora Gold Lodge like?

Sonora Gold Lodge is in the heart of Sonora, a short 3-minute walk from Mother Lode Fairgrounds and 7 minutes' walk from Dragoon Gulch Trail Head.

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Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was great, the staff was great and friendly and we were welcome with open arms.
Rosa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A gold star
Wonderful stay, pleasant all around
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Customer Service!
Lyle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient and cozy for how old it is. Nice location. Only issues were the bathroom was not the cleanliness and we found a piece of trash under the bed. Otherwise, it was nice stay.
Alexi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I was super satisfied with the staff here, they are all sweet people, and they have breakfast. I’ll definitely be coming back soon! Made me and my husband super comfortable and the bed was like being on a cloud! Thank you so much to the staff y’all rock
Felicia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Better Than Expected
Better than I expected. Older and definitely not fancy, but comfortable. I felt safe staying there alone. They were nice. It was clean.
Dana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place and people got a free kitten from them!
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was friendly and helpful.
Bruce E, 10-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would stay again
Was a nice quiet place for the night
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great customer service! Felt at home!
Naylissa, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Room and bedding smelled like cigarette smoke.
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The community of people in the area are very friendly, it was safe and a quiet place to sleep. Local food spots were close by and areas we visited where only 30mins away. Perfect place for our small family to stay.
J, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Small dirty room. Definitely won’t stay here again. Almost asked for a refund to sleep in my car for the night. Yea that bad
Will, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

At this lodge the rooms unpleasantly smelled of dog!
Stacy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff was great
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's an old kind'of establishment but it's well-kept and and comfortable to stay and the best part is the who I think
Marylou, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Mold in bathroom. Cob webs in room and all over outside of building. Yelling and fighting a few doors down. Complimentary breakfast was a joke. Was not worth $100 a nite!
Angel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great ppl n great service.
Chris, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a old Motel but very comfortable with nice trees and clean. Good bed and pillows
Wenscell, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

There are flys in the room.
Ah Meng, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The bed was comfy and the sheets were nice, the staff friendly. That’s all that was good.
Shanna, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff is super! They are very kind. This place allows pets.Our lock on our door needs to be fixed. I had to jiggle the key over and over to unlock the room door.
Sonja, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older style hotel with actual key locks. The floor was filthy so no bare feet. Everything else was great.
Iris, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Broken down furniture and garbage outside of all the rooms. Synthetic sheets. Noisy air conditioning. Tiny room.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s not the best but had a bathroom and beds
Frank, 1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"The bed and bedding were very nice, clean, and comfy!"
Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM