See all properties

Historic Cary House Hotel

Property class: 3

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Historic Cary House Hotel

An outdoor dining area with brick walls, string lights, and tables set for a meal.
A multi-story building with a sign reading "CARY HOUSE" and a storefront below.
A banquet hall with tables covered in golden tablecloths, decorated with golden centerpieces and hanging decorations.
A lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden furniture, and a glass display case.
A round dining table set with red glasses, plates with food, and silverware.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

View in a map
300 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Place, Placerville City Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bell Tower
    ‪2 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a television, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a picture frame, and a kitchen area.

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two paintings on the walls.

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

Ad
A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Best Western Plus Placerville Inn

Placerville
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,003 reviews
$125 nightly
The price is $138
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Placerville Inn

About the neighborhood

Placerville

Historic Cary House Hotel is adjacent to popular attractions such as Placerville City Hall and Bell Tower. Each of the 40 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Placerville City Hall - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bell Tower - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sequoia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mel's Diner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Historic Cary House Hotel

Guests of Historic Cary House Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. If you drive, self parking is USD 10 per stay, and there's also limo/town car service. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and wedding services.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

A hotel room with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
Best Western Plus Placerville Inn
Placerville
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,003 reviews
$125 nightly
The price is $138
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Placerville Inn

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 satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-12:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Historic Cary House Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cary House Hotel?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cary House Hotel on Nov 15, 2026 start from $125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Historic Cary House Hotel?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Placerville, just steps from Historic Main Street Placerville and Bell Tower, and within a short walk of El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce. You'll also find Placerville City Hall and Sierra Nevada Conservancy less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 10 per stay with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel feature a casino?

No, Historic Cary House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Historic Cary House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as wedding services and a free casino shuttle.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Historic Cary House Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Historic Cary House Hotel for a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Historic Cary House Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Historic Cary House Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Historic Cary House Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Historic Cary House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right in the downtown neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay! Very helpful staff, neat historic property! Right next to a cool historic downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very charming and well maintained. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here anytime we visit Placerville. Best location in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was AMAZING. So kind and happy to chat about the property. It’s definitely historic but clean. No frills and comfy beds, and you can’t beat the location. Thank you Cary House for a great 4th of July weekend stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in the historic part of Placerville and made it easy to walk to the shops and dine close by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of hotel was right in downtown and perfect. Near shops n restaurants. Loved the energy and vibe. Rms were spacious! And all of the front desk people were super nice and helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was very kind and friendly. The hotel was very nostalgic and filled with antiques. A very fun hotel experience in a very fun town!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice, peaceful & staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the historic atmosphere. The elevator was very intriguing. Staff were helpful and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very historic rooms. Very limited amenities ! Excellent location with great restaurants . Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here a few times. Staff is friendly. The rooms are clean. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a historic place did not meet the standards of today’s accommodations but gave a comfortable representation of the time period for which it was operated. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cary Hotel is my favorite place in Placerville. It's beautiful, comfortable, and convenient. The staff just couldn't be nicer. My favorite part is the little bits of historical knowledge all over the place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hotel built in the 1850’s so different yardstick for amenities. A lot of great history. And the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed. Plenty of hot water and pressure as well. Staff were super nice and very helpful. Really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I go on vacation, I want to get away from the internet/tv/cable and the like. But the internet was slow. The way it should be when I am on vacation. They should probably turn it off in fact (Ha).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic landmark! Conveniently located in the heart of Placerville, CA.My second stay here after years past. Staff is what makes your stay here pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here a lot, it is a funky OLD Hotel, you can see, feel (and smell) the history - Staff is always great, the Kitchen is not stocked with anything other than having a stove top - no pots, pans, silverware..... just an FYI - I am thankful for the Cary House - will go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Historic Charm in a Perfect Location! If you love vintage hotels with a lot of character, the Historic Cary House is a fantastic place to stay. It’s located right in the heart of downtown Placerville, making it incredibly convenient to step out and explore the town. Because it’s an authentic historic building, everything is on the older side. Just a heads-up for future guests: even though the rooms do have AC, the older infrastructure means it can still get a bit warm inside, so just come prepared for that! That being said, the rooms were very clean, and the beds were nice and comfortable. It's a wonderful, unique spot if you want to soak up some local history!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cary House is a historic landmark in Placerville right in the middle of hang town. Easy walk to shops, pubs and great places to dine. Love the Cary House and its staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great better then I was expecting little difficulty with luggage and small slope to the evaluator that's not noticeable at first with the lobby lighting half baths parking is behind hotel and with a fee we'll lighted but not real secured great experience everything with in 200 feet all reasonable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026