This is one of the few options in this area and its lower middle of the road. They do some things…read morewell and some not so much. The front desk clerk was very nice and helpful when checking in. She gave me the lowdown on food, pool, etc. She also gave me a refreshing soft serve ice cream and took my doughnut order for the morning. These, or a frozen breakfast burrito, are dropped at your door in the AM. The room: it smelled of hotel air freshener, like they're hiding something. The floor was nasty with stains, and one of the beds had some red stuff on the skirt that appeared to be blood. I was told this was oil. Hmmm, why?! Everything in the room was similar and could use a refresh. The bed was decently comfortable and the pillows were middle of the road, being firm and thin. Would I stay here again...probably not. I think I'd look for other options in Angels Camp or beyond.

There aren't many places to stay in Murphy's and this motel was as expected - it was fine, no…read morefrills. But be aware that the pool is unheated and freezing cold even on a hot day. Motel is within walking distance to a market and close to the cute local park with a stream for the kiddos to play in, but it's on a busy street so I didn't feel comfortable making the trek on foot.

Good: Location about 25min to Big trees visitor center…read more Next to a small market we didn't check out. Love having a microwave and mini fridge w freezer, esp since baby's breastfeeding. Price- affordable and great value. Coffee in front lobby was smooth Free breakfast not advertised on booking.com- donuts vs breakfast burritos + OJ. Also provided for our toddler and infant but no extra room charge for them. Clean rooms. No smoking allowed in ANY room so we didn't accidentally get a disgusting smoking room. Has sauna we didn't try. Reception was helpful and friendly. Free ice cream in lobby. My toddler got 1 daily lol (2 total) Ok: Old furniture esp the recliner, didn't mind it though. Comfortable enough bed / pillow although would appreciate 1 more pillow per bed. Weekend / holiday small town so not many staying on a Mon night. So our donuts were cold and not fresh like other reviews stated. Possibly leftovers? No hot tub due to maintenance. Husband was really looking forward to it and would have been amazing after our hike. They did warn us though before we arrived. Bathroom light is on a timer and kept turning off on us bc we didn't know how long we were turning it on for since the length of time not labeled Overall would stay again if going to murphys.

The good- large room with microwave, small fridge , and coffee. Donuts and OJ delivered to your…read moreroom in the morning. Rooms are clean and comfortable with sofa ( not sofa bed) in the living room. The heat laminar the bathroom was a big plus . The bad- it provides virtually no supplies , not even paper towel. There was not a single plate or utensil in the kitchenette . I was glad that I brought a pocketknife along. A sewage odor was noted at our entrance and we could hear the noise from the room above and on the street at 6 am. The breakfast donuts were plentiful but not freshly baked. I would have loved a freshly baked one over the half a dozen provided. Oh yes, you have to make your own bed !

Way back in the day I used to work at the city hotel, one of my favorite jobs! And now a lovely…read moreyoung couple is throwing caution to the wind in order for us to once again enjoy this historic venue! Thanks so much! And the sea bass is to die for!

Excellent customer service, Delicious food. Kayla was amazing making you feel like you're V.I.P. I…read morewould definitely recommend this restaurant to my friends and family .......I will be coming back most definitely. Worth the drive.

We stayed in the new part of the hotel. Stayed in the old before and it was nice. Rooms are still…read morehuge and clean. Nothing too fancy and we were lucky there wasn't a lot of people staying or else the noise factor would have been super high. You can hear everything though it's brand new. Parking is mainly in the structure and you would have to walk. I know it said there was self parking for the hotel which I did see some in the immediate front but all taken. Valet is free so we did that. Signage is very poor for the hotel and def no technology yet for them. The little coffee chop for the hotel is in the hold lobby which there are no signs for and site references "lobby" so you will probably end up asking. Service was super friendly and that is a five star. Everyone we'd encountered was very nice, like even the groups keep. We will be back.

If you're looking for a quick getaway that is close to central California, Black Oak is a nice…read moreplace to visit. It is a great place for adults and children. There is nothing spectacular about the casino floor as it is just like any other casino. I will say prepare to inhale a bunch of cigarette smoke. It seems like their ventilation system lacks as I felt the smell here is a lot heavier than other casinos. There is a nice pool/lounge area with a full bar and a cool big screen TV at the end of the pool. For the kids, they have a medium size bowling alley and arcade inside the casino/hotel. They recently added a building called Elevate, which is an indoor trampoline building. It is fairly large in size and will accommodate kids of all ages. They run specific numbers in time blocks to keep the occupancy to a minimum which is nice. The building also offers 2 axe throwing stations and 4 golf simulators. There is also a bass pond, basketball court & pickleball court and a pool/hot tub in the RV park, which is located just above the hotel.

Always wanted to come stay here and finally got the chance to recently. What a stunning hotel! The…read moreroom was very beautifully furnished, exceptionally clean and the balcony seating was absolutely gorgeous. What a perfect place to spend an afternoon. Really exceeded my expectations as photos don't do it enough justice! Staff were friendly and helpful, morning coffee delicious. Will definitely be back!

Was amazing! I stayed here because I loved how the hotel looked and it worked well for my back…read moredrop. We stayed in room #2. There were two other guest in room 1, but other than that we had free range of the hotel. It was awesome and creepy. Unfortunately no ghosts were heard or seen. We only stayed there one night and did not use their shower facilities.

We are so thrilled we found this newly opened boutique inn on Booking.com that's located behind the…read moreEbbetts Pass Visitors Center right in between Sarafina's and Giant Burger. This charming "home away from home" has two private suites that will comfortably accommodate a family or two couples. Only my husband & I were here, so we weren't given a key to the smaller suite, but it's only $25 extra per person should you need the other room. The kitchen has a dining table for 4 and comes fully stocked with a full-size fridge, sink, microwave, pots & pans, silverware, plates, & everything else you could need to cook (the only thing they don't have is the food!). There's also a comfy living room with an electric fireplace, couches, games, books, & a bar. There's even a covered porch that overlooks a private wooded half-acre complete with 4 chairs to enjoy the serenity and beautiful trees. It's essentially your own private cabin to relax in & take in the gorgeous scenery. If you don't feel like cooking, there's plenty of nearby restaurants to choose from; Sequoia Woods Country Club & Big Trees State Park are 5-minute drives, with Bear Valley Ski Resort & Lake Alpine 30-minute drives. The personal touches & details that have been added make this feel "homey" and not at all like a normal hotel stay. This is most definitely our new go-to spot to stay when we're in the area. I'm so happy to spread the word about this gem! :)

This is a nearly perfect place to stay when visiting the Big Trees. As a family of three, we are…read morebudget conscious, and enjoy being able to stay in a condo-style hotel so that we can cook & eat "at home." Not only does this save money (which can then be used for activities, souvenirs, etc.), but it also ensures that we can avoid trying to find a family friendly restaurant that will meet all of our needs. (Eating out with a 4 year old boy is not always the easiest task!) The owners, Sid & Kate, were hospitable to the extreme without being AT ALL intrusive. We saw them once or twice (walking their dog, working the little gift shop) and never felt "watched" or uncomfortable at all. I believe they genuinely would have done just about anything to make our stay wonderful. They definitely add a nice, homey touch to the experience. BUT... even without the wonderful customer service, the Bear's Lair would still be a great deal!! The cost is right, the accommodations terrific (great atmosphere, great ambiance, very clean), and the amenities were perfect. There was not a single thing that could have been done to make our stay more comfortable. When we booked the suite, they contacted us to confirm our reservation, provide us with the rental agreement & asked our son's age so that they could ensure there were age-appropriate games and toys for him. The owners were also extremely helpful when it came to recommending various restaurants for the one or two times we ate out, and they made some suggestions when I asked for nearby toy stores. Overall, it was very nice & we will definitely stay there again. In fact, next time we will probably invite friends and take advantage of the fact that the suite is perfectly set up for two couples / small families! *** Only "caution" - while the wi-fi is free (with the provided password), there is NO phone service if you are an AT&T customer. This did prove challenging for me as a small business owner because it was impossible to receive or return phone calls. Thankfully, I was able to keep in contact w/our business via email. Thanks for a great stay, Sid & Kate!! The Taylor Family

Tomorrow it will be two weeks since we left Shangri-La. That is what I call the Cottages at La…read moreHonda Park. We stayed at in the Welcome House South. A very comfortable and quiet little cottage. Although, the bathroom was huge with a walk-in shower. There are no tvs in the cottages and the WiFi is a little dodgy. Cell phone reception isn't the best either. I think what I am getting at is that you can really disconnect when you say at La Honda Park. You are forced to communicate with your loved ones. The cottages are only equipped with a microwave. If you want to cook something more robust, there is a communal kitchen in the pool house. Believe me, it has everything you need. Also, there are bbqs in just about every common area. Aside from the beautiful grounds and comfortable accommodations, there is the barn. The barn is probably the best part about this place. It has a foosball table, a pool table, poker table, dart board, and a tv. The back doors slide open to a small seating area overlooking Angel Creek. I can't describe it. You just need to experience. The owner are Jenn and Barr. They were so nice. Once we checked in, they left us alone. In fact, they left the property. Besides my family, there was another family staying in the Main House. They were very nice and welcoming. I can't wait to go back and sit next to the creek and drink my morning coffee.

At first, I didn't want to write a review, because this is the kind of place you want to keep…read moresecret. A gaggle of girlfriends rented three cottages here, as three of us were celebrating our 40th/41st birthdays. The perfect "home base" for staging an attack upon Murphys downtown shopping, dining and wine tasting establishments, or as a leap-off point for local hikes and the gorgeous Moaning and Mercer Caverns. Each cottage is appointed with a gas-fueled faux wood-stove fireplace (easy operation via thermostat), fridge, micro, coffee maker, basic silverware/plates/cups, wonderful showers (great for power-washing off the mud and sweat after a day of rappelling and spelunking!) and extremely comfortable queen beds. Each cottage has its own character, giving the feel of the kind of decor a favorite aunt might select for your family's personal mountain cabin. Extremely clean and comfortable! Hang out by the fire, or chill out on your own front porch overlooking the lawn and creek. Or... ...head over to The Barn, a communal recreation room appointed with an air-hockey table, pool table, kitchen area (including a wine fridge!) and big-screen satellite TV/sat radio. The Barn was recently remodeled, using reclaimed barnwood, corrugated metal (for the ceiling sub-roof) and a pretty brilliant wallcovering that looks like warm old plaster, but is actually recycled craft paper and some sort of natural varnish. Cool! Also, a few relics from the region's mining days. There are board games, darts, books and other stuff to keep the individual, family or small group entertained. There's a large swimming pool (unheated in winter) and a small wading pool adjacent to another community kitchen and outdoor picnic area, and the only thing this area lacks is a hot tub. (Hint, hint!) Finally, there's Cosmo, the biggest, sweetest cat you'll ever want to kidnap. He's not allowed in the cabins, but he'll happily keep you company as you read a book on the porch, or wander up to the beautiful waterfalls behind the barn. He'll also keep score if you want to use the bocce court or horseshoe pits! Parking is limited, so don't expect to haul in ATV trailers or your RVs, but that's about the only con to this wonderful little family-run resort!

We had a great time ice skating with the kids here, rooms were clean and easy check-in and…read morecheck-out.

Brian and Terry were absolutely phenomenal! The place was clean, spacious and friendly! Stayed…read morethis weekend in March. It was so worth it!