El Dorado Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Twain Harte with free parking

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Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Queen Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room with Sofa Bed" | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Sofa Bed"

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Cubical Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cubical Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premium Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Twain Harte

El Dorado Motel is a short stroll from Twain Harte Miniature Golf and Twain Harte Golf Course. This 15-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Twain Harte Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Twain Harte Miniature Golf - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Twain Harte Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brentwood Lake - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Black Oak Casino - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Charlie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Alicia's Sugar Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Willow Creek Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Papa's New Roost - ‬7 min drive

About this property

El Dorado Motel

Motel in Twain Harte with free parking
Guests of El Dorado Motel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a national park

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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 9 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 08 to May 31:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 10.00 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00 and a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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 10.00 per stay) plus USD 100.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:30 AM

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

El Dorado Motel
El Dorado Motel Twain Harte
El Dorado Twain Harte
El Dorado Hotel Twain Harte
Eldorado Hotel Twain Harte
Eldorado Hotel Twain Harte
El Dorado Motel Motel
El Dorado Motel Twain Harte
El Dorado Motel Motel Twain Harte

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at El Dorado Motel?

El Dorado Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of El Dorado Motel?

This motel is located in Twain Harte, a short 9-minute walk from Twain Harte Miniature Golf and also 13 minutes on foot from Twain Harte Lake. You'll also find Brentwood Lake and Twain Harte Golf Course within a short drive.

Is there parking available at El Dorado Motel?

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

Does El Dorado Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, El Dorado Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Dorado Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does El Dorado Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does El Dorado Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, El Dorado Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will El Dorado Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at El Dorado Motel 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 El Dorado Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at El Dorado Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at El Dorado Motel.

El Dorado Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 415 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Shelley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most disgusting hotel I’ve ever stayed at or heard of . Needs to be condemned. It was absolutely filthy. They had to be made right in front of us because there was dirt in the other bed tried to give us another room and there was dirt there. Everything is broken falling apart, antiquated I can’t say enough bad things about this place I’m absolutely blown away. It exists.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamela, Decatur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Eww

Check-in was quick and easy, and my only complaint there is that the office stank of cigarettes. I dropped my bags off in a room that’s about what you’d expect for the cheapest place in town, and all I needed was a bed, shower, and AC for the night. When I came back around 11:00 pm, I opened the shower and saw mildew. Also an opened complimentary shampoo bottle was discarded on the shower floor which indicates to me that the shower doesn’t get cleaned thoroughly between guests. I couldn’t get any hot water. When I leaned on the sink to test it out, the entire porcelain top shifted and I saw it wasn’t even attached! I went to the phone to call the office, but there was no labeled contact. I pulled up my hotel reservation, and again, no phone number. Saved by Google search, I called the office and was pleasantly surprised when Felicia (?) picked up. She came to my room immediately to confirm, and was fortunately able to move me to a room two doors down that had hot water. I appreciated her quick response. This shower was also mildewed. The inside of the fridge had a couple spills that no one wiped. Concerned, I inspected the bed. Fortunately, everything else looked okay, and I had a decent, quiet night’s sleep. They clearly don’t have a professional cleaner who knows how to clean and uses a checklist. I don’t need much, and don’t even mind if things are outdated, but cleanliness is mandatory in any lodgings. I paid $122 for this room, and will not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ephrain

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always pleasant. Very convenient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the property, and it was okay until we entered the room and saw that the white bed was yellow and the sheets were torn. We were then told that they were the “construction worker” sheets and were on there by mistake. The lady was nice but came back with what looked like sheets from another bed. We left after being there for at most five minutes. Do not go to this spot if you’re looking for a place to rest in a clean bed. Reached out by email to request a refund and no response. Do not go here!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Helen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ada non compliance. Rude staff pool filthy hot tub not working for years
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a good little motel for not that much money. I was happy with the front desk service and the bed and pillows were pretty good. Safe neighborhood close to stores.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

bruce

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

julie

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

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just don’t do it!

This was something from a David Lynch film. Pulling in you hear dueling banjos echoing from the rooms because the doors are all open with the live-in occupants either loitering on their “porches” smoking and staring or just sitting on their beds, staring and waiting for the inevitable FEDS to topple in. The gal at the desk was super friendly but that’s the o my positive about this place, but 5 minutes of positive interaction does not make up for one second spent in this disgusting place. We paid for 2 nights and dipped after one, knowing the second was nonrefundable. The room was beyond filthy, the bedding/linens were stained and literally falling apart and shredded. Walls so dirty you could see the diets smeared on them. Bathroom so grimy we didn’t even want to use it. I’m sure, well probably, at one time the towels provided were white…alas they are way past their prime and are a hazy shade of grey. My advice would be this: please take the $300 we spent, buy some paint, bleach, Mr. Clean magic erasers and new linens (there’s a Kohls in Sonora) and I bet you will still have enough to buy yourself dinner after the work is finished! Do something though, cuz this place should not be charging more than $50/night…then it would be expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

LANCE

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

room shouldn't be rented

Terrible room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

fatemeh

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ludka

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the front desk was accommodating. Maybe we just didnt know what to expect from a motel. If you like hair free, stainfree sheets and towels, bring your own. Smells like cigarette smoked covered of with strong perfume smells. Window on our ground floor bathroom didnt close. The lady was accommodating enough to give us another room and brought "new/clean" sheets and blanket. The heat worked great. Didnt use the shower. The wheelchair room doesnt have a closet or space to hang/put things besides a desk. Maybe motels are just not for us. Thanks anyway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Staci

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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It serves its purpose as an affordable place to crash when skiing for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you paid

You get what you paid… maybe a little less. The room is ok and there is microwave, coffee machine and mini fridge,. The heater was working fine and the receptionist is helpful and very polite. However we got a non smoker room that was smelling like a cigarette. The towels also had a very strong smell of cigarette and bathroom floor was dirty. Didn’t expect this kind of basic issues in a motel and the experience was upsetting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adoracion

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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