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The Inn on Knowles Hill

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sonora with free breakfast and a restaurant

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Dining
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Exterior
Escape to the countryside at The Inn on Knowles Hill, where you can enjoy a full breakfast, unwind in the garden, or connect with colleagues in conference space. With free WiFi and convenient perks like express check-in and self parking, plus amenities such as a restaurant and banquet hall nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Honeymoon Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Traditional Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Romantic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Grand Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premier Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premier Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sonora, The Inn on Knowles Hill is in a rural area. Sonora Opera Hall and Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding.
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253 Knowles Hill Dr, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dragoon Gulch Trail Head - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Adventist Health Sonora - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yianni’s Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Armory - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Day-O Espresso - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Torta Caliente & Burrito Express - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Inn on Knowles Hill

Hotel in a rural location
Consider a stay at The Inn on Knowles Hill and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • A banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • 39-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, highchairs, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 250; reservation required

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 600 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 250

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Inn on Knowles Hill Hotel
The Inn on Knowles Hill Sonora
The Inn on Knowles Hill Hotel Sonora

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn on Knowles Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Inn on Knowles Hill?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Inn on Knowles Hill?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Inn on Knowles Hill?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Inn on Knowles Hill located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Sonora Opera Hall, Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum, and Tuolumne County Superior Court. Tuolumne County Museum and St. James Episcopal Church are also within 15 minutes.

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