We had a great stay at the Black Bear Inn and will definitely be back…read more The owners were incredibly friendly and made us feel right at home. The room was clean, quiet, and the bed was super comfortable. The food was the highlight. The French toast was amazing--easily some of the best I've ever had. We also loved the evening wine and charcuterie. Do yourself a favor and try the marinated mushrooms and the garlic-stuffed green olives. They were outstanding. If you're looking for a relaxing place to stay with great food and wonderful hospitality, I highly recommend the Black Bear Inn.

We stayed two nights in this charming and beautiful inn. Beautiful secluded and quiet location yet…read morewithin walking distance of Arnold. Chef Bruce [owner) and Misty treated us to excellent afternoon wine and charcuterie and a fabulous freshly prepared breakfast, which we chose to dine on in the beautiful and spacious rear patio. Our room was extremely comfortable as well as the massive common areas. We will be back!

Can't say enough about this venue and the wonderful experience we had there for my son's Rehearsal…read more/ Welcome dinner. The setting was beautiful, the food was delicious and Lori and her staff were amazing! It definitely exceeded our expectations! Highly recommend planning an event here.

I'm sitting here, reflecting back on my daughters. Wonderful wedding at the Dorrington Hotel. The…read morestaff has no peer, they are just amazing. The hotel is so quaint, and we had nine families able to stay the weekend there while others found plenty of nearby accommodations. The food, the amenities, the atmosphere, and the flexibility of what they offer Made for a dream wedding at a price that is affordable to every day Americans. We will be going there for my daughters one year anniversary party for sure. It sure doesn't hurt that. They have an attached bar and grill for more casual, fun, for instance, our wedding party dinner the night before, it is so grating to see and meet people who really go out of their way to take care of you. An 1880's hotel venue? Historic wedding!

If you want to experience mining history, this is the best place to stay for it to feel authentic!…read moreMy mom would always stay here when she would drive out to Jackson from San Jose to see her best-friend, before she passed I was able to come with her a few times and enjoy this historic place ! It's right where the argonaut mine was (google to see what happened there ). The rooms are nice and not too ,big water pressure was really good the pool was open the last time I went and it was clean. They had a few pomegranate trees On the grounds , and the grass was really green it was a beautiful area to walk around in the morning with my cup of coffee . Jackson is a small town but a beautiful town remember this is the Gold Country area when your there !

Not sure what's up with the bad reviews but this place is cool. If you're looking for high end,…read morethis isn't it. If you want character, you're in the right place. It's an old motel, clean and well kept, no bedbugs (I check every place I stay in no matter what). It does not smell new, some would call the smell musty, I call it historical. The lawn area is awesome and the pool is sparkling. Autumn at the front desk was helpful and pleasant . I like this place. Side note, seems like a place that might be haunted but I haven't verified that lol

We rented the two bedroom apartment. It is downstairs on the first floor and has a beautiful little…read morepatio too very large bedrooms one with a queen bed one with a king bed a very large living room and a kitchen with a dining room table. There was plenty of parking and the morning breakfast was a good continental breakfast definitely would stay here again

Our recent stay at Inn at 161 was fantastic. Just a short walk from the downtown's Main Street, the…read moreInn has a rustic, "bed and breakfast" feel to it. And yes, they do provide a delicious complimentary breakfast. We booked a suite, complete with a fireplace and jacuzzi tub, and it was wonderful. The room was quiet, large and clean. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the two-headed shower was a nice treat. The bathroom, which had a chandelier, was as big as some hotel rooms. The grounds are also beautiful. Staff is helpful and friendly. Obviously, we enjoyed our stay as it was a great way to spend a weekend in the Foothills.

We had a wonderful stay here. It is our second 3 night stay. First of all the Lucinda Inn family…read moreare extremely friendly and accommodating to our many needs I.e. gluten free and vegetarian. The breakfast each morning was unique and delicious. We couldn't figure out how to play a DVD and it was 9:30 pm at night and they were very sweet to come and help us get that going. This great place to stay.

We stayed this past weekend for one night, as we were on a getaway for a special occasion we enjoy…read morewine tasting. Upon arriving, we were told the owners were going to have a bbq that night and have another couple over. What transpired on the deck that backed up to our room and window, was nothing short of a frat party, which included loud yelling, profanity, and proceeded to get louder as the evening went on until nearly 10pm. We felt trapped, we almost left and drove home. The next morning at breakfast, we were expecting some sort of apology, but ultimately it was a big joke to them. We found out we were the only paying guests, the rests were friends of the owners. We have stayed multiple times in the area at other establishments, never this issue. Won't be back-

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

The proprietors here do a beautiful job of making the property and surrounding gardens pristine…read more They are delightful and delighting. They serve a home-made pastry each morning that is different and had us swooning. My favorite was the Raspberry Crumble muffin that smelled like pure butter being held together with batter. My husband loved the praline filled bundt coffee cake. The owner has a real gift of an excellent palate and sense of texture. Each baked good was very moist in the middle, yet slightly crunchy on the outside. It's worth staying here just for her baking. On top of that, the included breakfasts are beautiful, and she's made the best hollandaise sauce we've ever had. We stayed in the Honeymoon Suite and didn't hear a peep from other guests, which is a real fete in some of these historic homes. The location is perfect, easily walkable to restaurants and shops. This place is a gem and I can't wait for our next visit.

Where to start on how wonderful Brinnwood is? I love this place! My room was so homey and…read morecomfortable. Their breakfasts are amazing. Everything fresh and delicious. Lindsey and Danny are true hosts. I felt welcomed and cared about. The grounds are beautiful. Next time I'll stay extra days just to spend more time at the Brinnwood. Sutter Creek is a treat and Brinnwood B & B is the secret garden.

I recently booked a room at the Country Squire for my partner's birthday. There is very little…read moreinformation about this location online and they don't have a website, so I had no idea what to expect when we arrived. All I knew is they were pet-friendly, affordable and in a convenient location. When we arrived, it was better than I had expected. The grounds are beautifully maintained. There are several outside spaces to relax or have a bite with your group, and each room comes with its own front patio area with a private bench. There is also a volleyball net, horseshoe pit, grill, spit and plenty of lawn to enjoy other activities. There is also a creek at the back of the complex, which unfortunately dries up this time of year but I can imagine is very relaxing when flowing. Our room came with a queen bed, table and 2 chairs, refrigerator, air conditioning, cable tv, private shower and bathroom, pantry, and plenty of drawers and shelves. The motel is clearly on the older side and has plenty of character and charm, but it also is a bit worn. As it was very clean, I wasn't bothered by the "antique" look. There was one small issue. Bugs. As it was about 100 degrees outside, there were several small bugs sneaking in the air conditioner. Again, we weren't really bothered by this as the bugs didn't bother us and we woke up the next day bite free. It must be noted that the owners of the Motel (which should change the sign on the side of the road to "Inn") were incredibly friendly, helpful and accommodating. We had a small issue with our dog and the curtains, and they were more than understanding and appreciated the fact we alerted them and offered to pay for the damage. I would stay at this location again in a heartbeat. It was a wonderful experience. 4.5/5