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The Inn on Knowles Hill

3.0 star property
Find tranquility amidst nature’s beauty. Savor your breakfast then plan your day from the comfort of your room.

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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

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

Room options

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

Luxury Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room

  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 39 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Honeymoon Room

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Traditional Room

  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Romantic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Grand Room

  • Garden view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Room

  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Sonora, The Inn on Knowles Hill is in a rural area. Railtown 1897 State Historic Park and Chief William Fuller Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Sonora and Gianelli Vineyards. Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Me-Wuk Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing and snowboarding. Visit our Sonora travel guide
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253 Knowles Hill Dr, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

  • Sonora Opera Hall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tuolumne County Superior Court
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tuolumne County Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
    138 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • Panda Express
    4 min drive
  • Schnoogs Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Gus' Steakhouse
    4 min drive
  • Applebee's Grill + Bar
    4 min drive

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn on Knowles Hill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Inn on Knowles Hill Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible breakfast, amazing B&B, so clean and beautifully restored, very welcoming staff. I wish we stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a definite Experience!!! The Inn was beautifully curated in furnishings of the 1920’s. It felt like stepping back in time. Breakfast was incredible. The host not only provided a perfectly presented gourmet breakfast but also gave an interesting history of the Inn. The property is far enough up the hill to be away from the noise of the Main Street but close enough to all of the eclectic little shops and dining options. This will most definitely be a stay we will repeat and recommend for years to come.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The building is beautiful, both inside and out. Rooms are decorated with an eye for luxury and a historical flair. The owner is full of stories about the building and the area around Sonora. Food was fantastic and beautifully prepared and presented.We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Amazing Breakfast; Comfortable Rooms

Amazing, specially prepared gourmet breakfasts by the host. Very fun to sit at breakfast table with other guests. The breakfast is served at 9 am so you can't just grab it and go if you're there for sightseeing. But the food is wonderful! Interesting history behind the house which the host shares. Beautiful rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing I didn't like about the property. The experience was unique, service fantastic, food exceptional. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such wonderful hosts, very accommodating when we had to move breakfast up an hour for us and our friends. This property is gorgeous and also has friendly cats roaming around. We had wedding photos taken here and they turned out gorgeous! Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ric

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

Ric & Joe - celebrated 47 years

We booked here as we visited Columbia to see The Wizard of Oz production and Sonora seemed like a great option. the Inn was beyond expectations. Host was fabulous, food was delicious, service and staff excellent. We have stayed all over the world and this was by far a place we would Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

The Inn on the Knowles-amazing place!

Beautiful property and lovely historic house. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud with feather soft pillows and towels were fluffy. Breakfast was delicious in an amazing setting! We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely find. The owners offer exclusive 5 course dining experience! Very friendly and accommodating staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deborra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rhonda has a passion for the homes design and her breakfasts are a work of art! The rooms are clean and the little touches such as candy by the bed with a vintage water caraffe and snacks in the hall and coffee room.we were seranfed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! Best breakfast we ever had at any hotel. Great family stay (we stayed with our kids). Hosts Rhonda and Fred are also amazing and so nice. Will come definitely back very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am not a breakfast eater but the meal was was an event you don't want to miss. The food was wonderful and everything was served on fine china, silver and crystal. Rhonda makes you feel welcomed in this lovely Bed & Breakfast. I recommended it very highly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Wonderful hospitality. It is a step back into history when guests are graciously received. This is more of an experience than an opportunity for a good night's rest. The morning breakfast is divine. A definite must when you visit Sonora.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

Perfect getaway weekend location

We stayed at the Inn on Knowles Hill for one night, it was a perfect weekend getaway location. It’s a beautiful historic place in the center of Sonora. Both inside and outside the entire experience gave us flashbacks to another age. The house is in an amazing spot, located atop of a hill, but still in a walking distance to the downtown. Rhonda is an amazing host, we felt very welcomed and had a delicious breakfast. This was the best B&B experience we’ve had so far, highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. The breakfast was sublime. This is a value for a B&B in an historic location. They even have some outdoor cats and a couple ducks for furred and feather vacation friends. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Luxury at it’s finest!

Amazing ambiance, immaculately furnished. It felt like stepping back in time. The breakfast was amazing! Rhonda is an outstanding chef and host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique property. It’s a short walk down the hill to the historic downtown of Sonora. There are large sitting rooms that we were able to use during the day and in the evening. So much more comfortable than a traditional hotel. Wonderful breakfasts included. The furniture and decor are over-the-top late Victorian, but that’s part of the charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Inn is beautiful. The room was very romantic with a luxurious feel. Some of the rest of the property could of used a wipe down. The sun room had spider webs on the seats and the outdoor tables hadn't been wiped clean. Regardless of these observations, the property is beautiful with a very calm, and peaceful vibe. The unfortunate part of the stay was the rudeness of 1 set of guests that made a point to say the were regulars on several occassions. They walked around liked they owned the place with lack of consideration for other guests. They chain smoked right outside the front door so you couldn't even exit without having to smell their cigarettes. I was on a mini honeymoon and wanted a quiet, romantic evening with my new husband and was forced to listen to these guests go up and down the stairs to go outside to chain smoke. The front door has a pin pad lock so every 20 minutes when they came back inside, we had to listen to the loud mechanism of the pin pad that unlocked the front door, as our room was the one on the first floor. There was romantic music playing in the front living room all night, which I found lovely. I really enjoyed a quiet moment here, sharing chocolate covered strawberries with my husband while wearing the complimentary terry cloth robes - until those rude guests appeared again to smoke. Ugh! Let's talk about that fantastic gourmet breakfast - WOW! What a great way to start the day. Best morning meal I have every had.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is sublime and the property is spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jordan anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rhonda, the owner was truly amazing. We loved the property, food and service. 5 out of 5!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was unique , breakfast was gourmet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with amazing hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A step back in time. Peaceful - enjoyed the cats too & the breakfast was amazing! Rhonda is an incredible chef! & very personable & fun to visit with !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this B&B. The host was so inviting. The house was beautiful. Bed was comfortable and the room was large. Breakfast was delicious and the story of the house and its furnishings is one I’ll never forget. If you’re hesitant just book it, you won’t regret it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025