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Mother Lode Motel


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1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA

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5 of 5 stars
San Francisco
6 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Couples New

Very clean, updated rooms (keyless entry). Easy access from parking space into room for unloading luggage; room and bath are well-lighted; plenty of room for luggage. Fridge, microwave, coffee, fresh towels, large TV w/ HBO and lots of channels, comfortable beds and climate control. A lovely and conveniently located swimming pool-read your paper or take a dip just steps from... more

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4 of 5 stars
Santa Cruz
5 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

Stayed here for Mother's Day as we were river rafting nearby....perfect choice! The rooms were very clean, the place was quiet, the beds comfortable and the owner/ managers very pleasant. Nothing outstanding or fancy, but everything in good shape .Location was fine, right off Hwy 50,although not within walking distance of downtown, it was only a 3 minute drive. The... more

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4 of 5 stars
Montrose PA
16 Apr 2009 | Trip type: Couples

Good price, clean, and basic. Motel is being worked on to upgrade rooms and decor. more

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5 of 5 stars
Sacramento
1 Feb 2009 | Trip type: Business, Family

The landscaping was beautiful. First, the front desk lady was nice. Second, the rooms were nice and clean. They also had a basketball hoop and a pool. more

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1 of 5 stars
Oakland
17 Dec 2008 | Trip type: Solo travel

I was unsure of this place from the moment I walk into the office. The lady behind the counter was almost polite, but was insulted when I asked if the area was safe for a single woman to stay by themselves in the room. Room was clean, but the property was way out on the outskirts of town. I was... more

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4 of 5 stars
Menlo Park, California
8 Sep 2008 | Trip type: Family

We discovered the Mother Lode when we made a quick trip toward Tahoe to pick up our son at camp. We were running late and get up early. There was nothing that looked inviting in Placerville and then we saw the Mother Lode! It had a sparkling pool and a lovely garden. We got a clean room with a comfortable... more

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4 of 5 stars
Palo Alto, CA
3 Aug 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We were pleasantly surprised by our stay at the Mother Lode. On the outside, it looks like an aging 1940’s Route 66 motel. The rooms inside are somewhat small (reflecting the standard of the old times) but have been updated in a friendly if inexpensive way. My wife wasn’t enthused by the motel when we drove up at night but... more

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3 of 5 stars
Pascoag, RI
6 Nov 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Needed a place to stay in Placerville that wouldn't break the budget. My dad found this place and checked it out before we reserved. The owners are very nice and try their best to accomodate you. It is a basic room but with a very clean and lovely bathroom. They are in the process of remodeling from what I can... more

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5 of 5 stars
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
23 Oct 2007 | Trip type: Friends getaway
2/2 found this review helpful

As a UK resident travelling in the US I tend to opt for brand names which have proven themselves in the past. This was not an option in Placerville and on our dates most accommodation was booked. The Mother Lode does appear in the AAA handbook, but with only one diamond, which at least usually ensures cleanliness. I booked by... more

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4 of 5 stars
minnie
16 Aug 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

This is a great little place. It is right off the freeway. It was clean and everybody was very nice. I always stay in name brand hotels and have not stayed in a motel for years. We had a group of people and reservered 5 rooms. We meet at the pool and the kids had a great time. It was... more

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1940 Broadway, Placerville, CA
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