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Historic Cary House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Placerville with free casino shuttle

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Front of property
Banquet hall
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor dining
The Historic Cary House Hotel sits in the business district, combining historic charm with modern needs. Guests can wander through the garden, grab coffee in the lobby, or visit the on-site hair salon. Business travelers appreciate the free in-room WiFi and conference facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
300 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Mel's Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Tap House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buttercup Pantry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hog Wild BBQ - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Historic Cary House Hotel

Hotel near Red Hawk Casino
A terrace, a garden, and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at Historic Cary House Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Limo/town car service, self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
  • Wedding services, a gift shop, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 10 per stay; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 603 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1857
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in after 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in after 10 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Cary Hotel
Cary House
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Historic Cary House
Historic Cary House Hotel
Historic Cary House Hotel Placerville
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Historic House Hotel
House Cary
Lexington Historic Cary Hotel
Lexington Historic Cary Placerville
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Historic Cary House Hotel Hotel Placerville

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cary House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per stay.

What time is check-in at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours, for a fee of USD 50.00.

What time is check-out at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Historic Cary House Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Placerville, this hotel is steps from Historic Main Street Placerville, Placerville City Hall, and Bell Tower. Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building and Placerville Historical Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Historic Cary House Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay downtown Placerville, walk anywhere. Felt safe and cool vintage vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service at check in. Really cool area with shopping, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this property with is old fashioned furnishings, staircase , and elevator that can only hold two people. Traveling as a group of three friends the two bedroom unit met our requirements. It would be great for a family. Only drawback was seeing a homeless person sleeping in the alley next to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kodiak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All I was looking for in a historic hotel stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Cary House when we visit Placerville. It's within 15 minutes drive to great wineries, you're across the street from great restaurant's and the local shops are charming. We enjoy taking a stroll around the town after dinner and look in the shop windows. Maybe on day we will even encounter a ghost!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Historic point of intrest. There was a lot to see in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
VERY HISTORIC-ORIGINAL ELEVATOR FROM GOLD RUSH ERA
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff, especially Carly, was really helpful. She even came to our room to help us with the tv remote and air conditioning. The only downside was nighttime noise from the nearby highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

TV intermittent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool historic haunted, dog friendly. The dog was freaked out like she could feel the sporits
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Built in 1857 and in wonderful authentic condition.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel our room was dated but comfortable. The air conditioning REALLY worked. We couldn’t figure out how to turn it up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The moment you walk through the doors is like walking back in time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rad place. Downtown and walking distance to anything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Amenities
Loved the historic vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable bed and loved the shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyse

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

Another great visit

Happy with property not so happy with hotel.com not letting me use my gift card or being reachable by phone- finally get a human and still can’t use the gift card The property was was very nice just be aware of the elevator, it’s old and they tell you to watch your step and I forgot and tripped but there’s a VibesUp store nearby and they fixed my sore knee quickly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Terri

Lots of character, historic, walking distance from anywhere downtown, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little downtown area. Really Historic and the Hotel was pretty Cool haunted and exciting
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at the front desk was very nice. The building is very old so don't expect it to be anything like a new hotel but it's nice for how old it is. My only complaint is that the bed made a lot of noise so moving around or rolling over in the night might wake up the other person.
From the second story balcony that's open until 10pm
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Great location! Friendly professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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