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American River Inn

3.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk
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American River Inn sits in the heart of the city, welcoming travelers with a full breakfast each morning. The property features a soothing spa tub and beautiful gardens for relaxation. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi, while two meeting rooms accommodate business needs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (First Floor) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (First Floor)

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom (Library) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Double Room, Private Bathroom (Library)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Double Room, Private Bathroom (Versatile- shared or P/B)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (or Shared Bath, 2nd Floor)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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6600 Orleans Street, Georgetown, CA, 95634

What's nearby

  • South Fork of the American River - 15 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park - 18 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 21 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Red Hawk Casino - 27 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Gold Country Fairgrounds - 30 min drive - 22.2 miles

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station - 34 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster Burgers & Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪hotel california - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Buckeye Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Royal Dragon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Terry's Pizzeria - ‬6 min walk

About this property

American River Inn

Bed & breakfast in the city center
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at American River Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a conference center and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, 2 meeting rooms, and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at American River Inn offer perks such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Down comforters and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1853
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

American River Inn Georgetown
American River Inn
American River Georgetown
The Historic American River Hotel Georgetown
American River Inn Georgetown
American River Inn Bed & breakfast
American River Inn Bed & breakfast Georgetown

Frequently asked questions

Is American River Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 66 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at American River Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at American River Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at American River Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is American River Inn located?

Located in the heart of Georgetown, this bed & breakfast is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Auburn State Recreation Area and within 12 mi (20 km) of Henningsen Lotus Park and South Fork of the American River. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) away.

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Reviews

American River Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 252 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re visiting Georgetown for its history, the American River Hotel is the perfect place to stay. A stunning building, with an interior to match. Every room is unique and charming. The owner/innkeeper and his mother are truly gracious hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic BnB and very nice folks running it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful bed and breakfast, staff was so accommodating. Totally enjoyed our overnight stay in Georgetown!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic inn. Very clean and excellent breakfast. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Absolutely amazing Bed and Breakfast. Take a step back in time to this enchanting place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

Weekend at the American River Inn

I highly rate this B&B. They were very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was fantastic. The Inn is decorated really well and is very charming. I loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Antique feeling, friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member was extremely welcoming and sweet. We loved our Library room, the decor theoughout the whole buidling was beautiful, and every second there was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The street in front of the property had noisy motorcycle and pickup truck traffic until late, and the bar down the street had music audible in our room. Be aware that you will have to decide whether to put cash in the envelope labeled "for your generosity", without knowing who will get the cash and how much those people are paid. I realize that after-the-price-negotiations requests for more money are becoming almost ubiquitous, so this hotel is not alone, but customers prefer to pay before they come and then not be panhandled for more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a super cool town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the ambiance of the hotel. Everyone is very helpful and kind. Very interested in and attentive to our comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Amenities
Cute bed & breakfast in the heart of Georgetown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute bed and breakfast. Not glamorous but authentic. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old gold country style and furnishings. Walkable distance to eats. Quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buildings architecture and decoration was full of old world charm. Art displayed everywhere and the owner made a delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

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

A good stay

Everything was good or better Except no convenient area for pet relief. There is mo grass. Pet areas are dirt which is not good for them or carpets. Overall great rooms: clean, comfortable and decently priced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disappointed

Two stars because set breakfast was mother's home-cooking, with two sweet hired girls serving 5 tables. One star otherwise. Hoping this would be the nicest stay of 8 accommodations in our 3 weeks in California, I was sorely disappointed. It was the worst; with later insult added to injury. First indication was the cracked glass in the front door; then small sign at owner's desk advising a currently non-functioning hot tub. Owner described the several restaurants in the small town. Not much else open. He suggested a walk for activity which we did take, discovering little activity in the town. Our room was a sad surprise, a mishmash of furniture, lighting, kitchen sink, but no refrigerator, a bath tub within the room, a separate compartment with toilet and sink. A renovated bathroom with shower was excellent, but across a hallway. As to lighting, the lights adjacent to bed were too dim to see for reading. The table lamp was difficult to use, the wardrobe in corner was too dark to use, had no hangers, and would not hold my suitcase which thus had to be placed on the table. Similar lighting problems at other side of room. The worst of the room was the stand-alone roaring air conditioner, over which the road roar of accelerating loud trucks and cars went on 'til toward 10 or 11 pm, indicating life speeds past this town. I early discovered that the door from the room onto the veranda actually could be opened, however there was no sitting furniture on the dirty porch. Later in the
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were bummed that the Hot Tube wasn't working. But other then that, all expectations were met. The Inn was well decorated. We enjoyed some time in the yard. Breakfast was delicious. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The American River Inn is a cute old hotel located in Georgetown, CA. Established in 1853 if definitely has CA Gold Rush credentials. I loved the place and just generally love this sort of walk back in time cute and classy hotel. The staff was very helpful and friendly and the atmosphere charming. If you are going to stay in the CA Gold Country do things right and stay at the American River Inn in the heart of historic Georgetown.

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So friendly and quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Teresa

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

Georgetown Jewel

This is a jewel we found for a birthday trip for my wife. It was like stepping into a piece of history. The decor was amazing. There was a sitting room downstairs where the hosts provided a wine and cheese reception. Breakfast at the big table in the morning was amazing. The room was comfortable and perfect for us. The staff was extremely friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

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

1849 Elegance!

If you want to experience a Gold Rush Hotel, the American Inn is it! Authentic right down to the floorboards. The owner is super friendly and breakfast was world-class. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to a suite and allowed late checkout so we could watch the football game. The hosts were lovely. The decor was charming. We loved the American River Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Needs some upkeep

The place can really use some maintenance and upkeep. Broken screens and torn curtains need immediate attention. The bathroom fan was horribly noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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