Sonora Gold Lodge

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Mother Lode Fairgrounds

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Dates

October 2025

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November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Pool
Air conditioning
Parking included

Explore the area

480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370

Place, Mother Lode Fairgrounds
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Adventist Health Sonora
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

220 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

220 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Sonora

Mother Lode Fairgrounds is within a 5-minute walk of Sonora Gold Lodge while other popular sites like Adventist Health Sonora are within a few miles (5 km). Each of the 42 rooms at this motel includes a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV.

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What's nearby

Mother Lode Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Dragoon Gulch Trail Head - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Adventist Health Sonora - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Yianni’s Grill - ‬14 min walk
‪The Armory - ‬15 min walk
‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
‪Day-O Espresso - ‬17 min walk
‪La Torta Caliente & Burrito Express - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Mother Lode Fairgrounds

Renovated in 2015, Sonora Gold Lodge offers a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a terrace, a picnic area, and a vending machine.

32-inch TVs come with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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$95 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

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
Renovated entire property - September 2015

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 2 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Dogs and cats only
2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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)

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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards

Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from June to October.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Sonora Gold Lodge offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Sonora Gold Lodge?

Located steps from Mother Lode Fairgrounds, this motel is in Sonora, and within a 10-minute walk of Dragoon Gulch Trail Head and Tuolumne County Museum. You'll also find Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum and Sonora Opera Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have a casino?

No, Sonora Gold Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until October.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a terrace plus some guestrooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Sonora Gold Lodge?

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

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sonora Gold Lodge offers free breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Sonora Gold Lodge for a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sonora Gold Lodge.