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Sonora Gold Lodge

2.0 star property
Travelers find comfort at this lodge near Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, with a pool to cool off and barbecue grills for after exploring.

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Sonora Gold Lodge is a convenient base near Adventist Health Sonora and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Guests enjoy free breakfast, a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a terrace. Helpful staff, on-site barbecue grills, and lobby coffee/tea enhance the stay.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sonora, Sonora Gold Lodge is in the city center. Moaning Caverns Adventure Park and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Columbia State Historic Park and Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and ice skating. Visit our Sonora travel guide
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480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dragoon Gulch Trail Head
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tuolumne County Superior Court
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Adventist Health Sonora
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Panda Express
    4 min drive
  • Schnoogs Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Pinocchio's
    3 min drive
  • Day-O Espresso
    17 min walk

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

Motel near Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
Located close to Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Adventist Health Sonora, Sonora Gold Lodge provides free breakfast and a terrace.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, coffee/tea in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • A TV in the lobby and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1939
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 2 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Utility fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 2 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Sonora Gold Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 20.00 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Sonora Gold Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Sonora, this motel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Mother Lode Fairgrounds and within 3 mi (5 km) of Adventist Health Sonora and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Columbia State Historic Park and Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

6.2

6.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 138 out of 646 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Plenty of parking...excellent night staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very rustic, which was nice. Very clean. The remodeling made for a very enjoyable stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful. All in all a very pleasant surprise especially considering the very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite & clean. Vintage motel, but worked well. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great, the staff was great and friendly and we were welcome with open arms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice and quiet in the back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
thought staff was kind and helpful,continental breakfast was good,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida

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

Excellent

Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all the amenities I needed. Reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naylissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service! Felt at home!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Customer Service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Checking in was great as we entered the room the smell was extremely awful. The room was infested with fly's and gnats. After speaking to the manager, she offered us a another room. The second room was just as bad. the stench was almost untorerable, the flys
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Irene

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

Get away trip.

Nice and cozy, comfortable, very quiet, some minor issues but it got resolve immediately. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Melissa was AWESOME 👍. Clyde to main attractions, shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used the room for the groom and his groomsmen to get ready for a wedding. The location of the wedding was the fairgrounds and this motel was perfect (across the street). It is an older motel, but was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sonja

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Odelia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exterior was unkept, trash at entrance walkway. Noisy, because of pets (dogs) barking and attacking other pets. ( Owner of pet appeared to not have pet under control). Guest knocked on door twice around 2-3 am. However, front desk service was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bryon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and the room itself wasn’t bad at all. Except the heater was very very old and didn’t really work. But the outside the problem. There a front and back to this place one long single story motel. Front is ok but the speedbymbs will mess your car up should put better ones in .the back tho is long row of bushes and all inside are numbs just living there.and nobody cares . Overall ok place to stay. But lock your car and don’t leave your room unlocked
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
2 refrigerators in room and only 1 worked. Phone wasnt plugged in but wires everywhere. View from bathroom window was a junk yard. Bathroom door shimmed oddly and didnt fit door jam, and door was stained badly. Big holes in wall. Graffiti on ground near front door. Plugs didnt work. Exposed fuses from open sub panel. Ice cream left in fridge from previous guest. Looks to be a place for illegal activity based on guys on bicycles going in and out of property. Staff was friendly, cable TV was great, and bed was comfortable. Not recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean ...the night host was awesome She made the process fast and easy to check in Over all good place for quiet rest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nights counter employee awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025