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Sonora Gold Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Mother Lode Fairgrounds

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Front of property
Breakfast area
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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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
    ‪5 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
  • Adventist Health Sonora - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Railtown 1897 State Historic Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Black Oak Casino - 16 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yianni’s Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lunch Box - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Day-O Espresso - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Armory - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

Motel with free parking, 3-minute 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 barbecue grills.
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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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).

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 Nov 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonora Gold Lodge on Nov 21, 2025 start from $89.0, excluding 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 Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum and Sonora Opera Hall 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 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 that I can book at Sonora Gold Lodge?

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

Reviews

Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

6.0

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 138 out of 632 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Parvinder

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a one night stay with my kids and husband on our way to Yosemite. We got there around 9 PM and saw four guys hanging out by the dumpster right when we enter into the parking lot of the hotel. The room was very basic which we were aware of. But the pungent smell wouldn’t go away for hours. And the middle of night they were you guys hanging outside chatting away. I couldn’t sleep at all. I will not recommend to anybody traveling with their family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary, Hico

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Older hotel with lots golf potential but needs a remodel. Lamp and nightstand were wobbly. Plugs didn’t work by bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Checking in was great as we entered the room the smell was extremely awful. The room was infested with fly's and gnats. After speaking to the manager, she offered us a another room. The second room was just as bad. the stench was almost untorerable, the flys
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rita

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

binh

Cheap price,
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ammar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I wont stay in this place in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gene

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

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

8/10 Good

bin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ida

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

Excellent

Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kanti

Traveled with partner
The stay was okay for one night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Marvin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible, stay away

Rotted entry door, no working lights, AC unit broken and unreachable, old linoleum in bathroom, parking lot filled with debris and junk, pool long neglected and green. Lady was nice, high price for a complete dump
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

joseph

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Jyothsna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

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

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very economical
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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