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Sonora Gold Lodge

2.0 star property

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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370
  • Place, Mother Lode Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dragoon Gulch Trail Head
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tuolumne County Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Tuolumne County Museum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tuolumne County Superior Court - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

Guests of Sonora Gold Lodge enjoy features like 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 barbecue grills.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels. 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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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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • 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
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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

Gold Lodge
Gold Lodge Sonora
Gold Sonora
Sonora Gold
The Gold Lodge
Sonora Gold Lodge Motel
Sonora Gold Lodge Sonora
Sonora Gold Lodge Motel Sonora

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonora Gold Lodge?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonora Gold Lodge on Jul 8, 2026 start from $98, 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 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 Tuolumne County Superior Court and Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available 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 May until September.

Is Sonora Gold Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a free daily breakfast plus some guestrooms include a city view.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sonora Gold Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Sonora Gold Lodge that offer a balcony.

Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 672 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 672 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 672 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 672 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 139 out of 672 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Plenty of parking...excellent night staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is an older hotel. But the staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean ...the night host was awesome She made the process fast and easy to check in Over all good place for quiet rest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nights counter employee awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I understand that this motel was recently renovated, which we appreciated! Front desk staff were super friendly. The whole process was seamless. Free breakfast included milk, coffee, cereal, bread and condiments. We usually stay in an Airbnb for skiing, but since the power was out at many establishments in the Pinecrest area, we chose this motel and would come back if we don’t happen to have an Airbnb lined up! Sonora is a convenient location to the snow that’s not actually in the snow.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very rustic, which was nice. Very clean. The remodeling made for a very enjoyable stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful. All in all a very pleasant surprise especially considering the very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite & clean. Vintage motel, but worked well. Pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great, the staff was great and friendly and we were welcome with open arms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kanti

The stay was okay for one night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Would stay again

Was a nice quiet place for the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
thought staff was kind and helpful,continental breakfast was good,
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was better than the reviews we read online, so we were pleasantly surprised. If you need a one night inexpensive stay to rest it will survice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice and quiet in the back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida

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

Excellent

Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

A gold star

Wonderful stay, pleasant all around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marylou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It's an old kind'of establishment but it's well-kept and and comfortable to stay and the best part is the who I think
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The community of people in the area are very friendly, it was safe and a quiet place to sleep. Local food spots were close by and areas we visited where only 30mins away. Perfect place for our small family to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Lovely place and people got a free kitten from them!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ppl n great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wenscell

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a old Motel but very comfortable with nice trees and clean. Good bed and pillows
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023