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.
Tuolumne County Superior Court - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Adventist Health Sonora - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Columbia State Historic Park - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
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
Hotel size
42 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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
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
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 13 minutes' walk from Tuolumne County Superior Court.
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Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews
Reviews
6.0
Good
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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
Aug 12, 2024
Our stay was great, the staff was great and friendly and we were welcome with open arms.
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Had all the amenities I needed. Reasonable price.
Randall
Randall, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2024
A gold star
Wonderful stay, pleasant all around
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Excellent Customer Service!
Lyle
Lyle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2024
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
Alexi, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2024
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Bruce E
Bruce E, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Lovely place and people got a free kitten from them!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
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
Felicia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2024
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
Dana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2023
Would stay again
Was a nice quiet place for the night
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2024
Great customer service! Felt at home!
Naylissa
Naylissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2023
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
J, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 27, 2023
The staff was great
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2023
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
Marylou, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 1, 2024
At this lodge the rooms unpleasantly smelled of dog!
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 13, 2024
Room and bedding smelled like cigarette smoke.
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2023
Great ppl n great service.
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 22, 2024
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
Will, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 29, 2023
It is a old Motel but very comfortable with nice trees and clean. Good bed and pillows
Wenscell
Wenscell, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 18, 2023
The bed was comfy and the sheets were nice, the staff friendly. That’s all that was good.
Shanna
Shanna, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 30, 2024
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
Angel, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 12, 2024
There are flys in the room.
Ah Meng
Ah Meng, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 20, 2024
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
Sonja, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2022
It’s not the best but had a bathroom and beds
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Older style hotel with actual key locks. The floor was filthy so no bare feet. Everything else was great.