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Historic Sonora Inn

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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, sofas, a chandelier, and framed pictures on the wall. - Historic Sonora Inn (Sonora)
A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a black metal fence. There are lounge chairs and a table with a potted plant nearby. - Historic Sonora Inn (Sonora)
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper floor. - Historic Sonora Inn (Sonora)
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Located close to Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum and Tuolumne County Superior Court, Historic Sonora Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with a large bed, a window, and two wall-mounted paintings.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard and white bedding. There are three framed floral pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Downtown Sonora, a neighborhood in Sonora, Historic Sonora Inn is in a shopping district and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dragoon Gulch Trail Head, while Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park are cultural highlights. Tuolumne County Superior Court and St. James Episcopal Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including downhill skiing, golfing, and fishing. Visit our Sonora travel guide
Map
160 S Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

  • Tuolumne County Superior Court
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sonora Opera Hall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tuolumne County Museum
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mother Lode Fairgrounds
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
    137 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Panda Express
    3 min drive
  • Schnoogs Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Applebee's Grill + Bar
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 6 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (624 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1896
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - January 2024
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 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:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 6.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Sonora Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Historic Sonora Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 6.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Historic Sonora Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Historic Sonora Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Historic Sonora Inn located?

Located in Historic Downtown Sonora, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum and Tuolumne County Superior Court. St. James Episcopal Church and Dragoon Gulch Trail Head 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

Historic Sonora Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 302 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Historic Sonora Inn is a lovely place to stay while visiting Sonora. We enjoyed the free breakfast and the swimming pool. Very friendly and accomodating front desk staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Worn out budget hotel in Sonora. E Room was clean. Freshly remodeled in the room. So they got it right there. The rest of the hotel could use some TCL. However great location right downtown on the strip. Likely would try another hotel if I stay Agian.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great and the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had just enough room for our overnight stay. Parking is great and discounts for local food was certainly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff and gave us great recommendations to see in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nayeli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so sweet and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great place was clean and it is in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property Great location Wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was great. We asked for our room to be made up, and the room was not taken care of. I had to go get fresh towels from the front desk. The room was small but clean. The hotel is cute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed in a room 314 next to the road. It was very loud starting at 5am motorcycles, buses, trucks all traveling down the same road to work. It t was also very bright. There was no blow dryer or shampoo, the water temperature was very touchy. Bed was comfortable and it was a convenient spot in town and not go explore the mountain forties near by. I would not stay longer than a night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kristina is AMAZING. My best friend and I do an anual "mom-cation" and stayed here the first year. Kristina was wonderful and was the main reason why we stayed here the following trip (this year) She is knowledgable about things going on in the area, helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Harjit Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Manish

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was small and, with a king bed, had barely any space around it. Room was not clean - dust and hair on the floor and in the tub, stains on the blanket on the bed. The inn has old plumbing - low pressure in the shower. The window mounted AC struggled to keep the room cold. The included breakfast was an assortment of packaged items and not a cooked breakfast. On the plus side, the staff was very helpful and the inn is on the main street so you can walk to coffee shops, restaurants and stores.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
It was clean and the bed was comfortable, but overall lacking in modern conveniences. Lots of road noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location and very dog friendly. The staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Dennis

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and some of the staff were very nice. The sink in our room didn’t drain and this appeared to be a known problem when talking to maintenance. No other room available and after contacting management, there has been no response to my inconvenience. If it wasn’t for this issue, I would rate the facility much better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in downtown old Sonora, walking to shops and restaurants. Old school charm and very good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice room's.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Landa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spectacular! Greatest customer service. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All expectations met! Clean room, comfortable bed/pillows, hot shower and felt safe as a solo traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel is wonderful . Staff was great . We got a room facing Main Street so was loud till about 2am, other than that was decent for price . Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff especially Breann were so kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Had a nice room overlooking the main street. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Kimberly Hieronymus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff helpful, small room but clean . Nice continental breakfast. Only issue the room faces a busy street so a lot of road noise for us light sleepers
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025