Wife and I stopped by Murphys to check out its local history and we happened to see a charming inn…read morejust off the Main Street. We ate lunch there and the ambiance and scenery was just right. The Worth the stop!!!!

The staff was outstanding and the Inn was such a pleasure to stay. Perfect location and the bar…read moreand cafe are excellent! Order a Paper Plane from the bartender! We will be back! Robert & Marianne

We stayed at Murphy's Hotel and had breakfast and dinner in their dining room. The room was clean…read morebut could use some updating. Dinner and breakfast were both delicious but for dinner I would suggest dimming the lights a little in the dining room. It was white tablecloth and that would have made it nicer. Service was wonderful there everywhere we went. It was a really good experience and the hotel is located in the middle of town which makes everything so easy. Will definitely be returning!

Dogs not allowed on patio. We drove several hours to have lunch specifically here. Not allowing…read moredogs at all seems crazy. It's a beautiful, historic building so would have been nice to enjoy a meal.

This was like one of the best places ever! Found this through bringfido and really appreciated…read morehaving a hotel stay that was really reasonable with a $15 charge for pets. Hotel was cute on the inside with a fireplace and animals. What made this place special was the amenities that came with it. We got free soft serve ice cream as well as homemade donuts in the morning. The hotel lobby coffee was actually from a local roaster and it was delicious, best coffee ever from a budget hotel and free! So amazing to wake up in the morning w nice hotel coffee. I had to write this review to remember to come back here always when I'm traveling through the area

I highly recommend staying here! The front staff were helpful and friendly. The room was huge…read morecompared to many places. There were free soft serve once cream cones at the front desk and coffee from a local roaster! Option of doughnuts or burrito delivered to your door in the morning for breakfast with juice. There is a pool hot tub sauna also. Everything was clean and comfortable. I was very impressed with my stay especially at the reasonable price point!!!

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!

Our stay at the Black Bear Inn last week was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we…read morearrived, the owners made us feel genuinely welcome; warm, friendly, and truly passionate about what they do. The inn has that rare, cozy "home away from home" atmosphere which we absolutely loved. The rooms were spotless and super cozy, with beds that made it hard to get up in the morning and PERFECT water pressure (I'm a water pressure snob). One of the highlights was discovering that the owner is also a chef, so every meal was absolutely delicious, beautifully plated and crafted with care. The location is ideal! It's a super short walk to nearby businesses, yet also somehow perfectly tucked back among the beautiful big trees of Arnold, giving it that "peaceful, mountain-retreat" feel. We also loved that they offer a pet-friendly room so we were able to stay with our furry companion! We couldn't have asked for a better stay. Highly recommended--five stars all the way!

The place is beautiful, quiet and comfortable. Bruce and his staff and very attentive. We spent a…read morewonderful day and night here and will be back.

The cottage was great and the location too. Very peaceful and inviting cottage. Check in and out…read morewas convenient too. I felt like i was at home. The scenery in the yard was so relaxing!

We made a last minute reservation for the Fourth of July holiday weekend and we were promptly…read moreaccommodated. The home we chose was very well appointed and brand new. We had such a wonderful experience with this property management company. Highly recommended! We are already planning an early fall trip back to this amazing little town!

Attended a Celebration of Life and booked this motel as it was close to the Venue...Stevenot…read moreWinery. I had asked for a lower level room close to a door that exited outside. I arrived and welcomed warmly by the front desk hostess. Check In was easy peasy. Upon entering my room #108, I noticed it was and ADU unit. Sweet! Large entry, beautiful decor,and a walk in shower that easily could fit 2! Lol. That shower the next day was amazing and the Shampoo/Cream Rinse (Lecoupe Brand) awesome! Now breakfast is not what I would have expected and yes disappointing. There was a waffle station and your customary cold cereals, muffins, yogurt,etc. Heat and eat breakfast sandwiches and burritos in place of standard eggs, sausage, B&G. There is also a huge parking area in the back to accommodate RV's and large trailers. I have several photos but they're already on the yelp pics by others. Check out the shower pic! Thanks to all for a great stay.

Stayed here 2 nights and it was a great experience!! Rooms were clean and property was well…read moremaintained. Breakfast was excellent and had something for everyone including biscuits and gravy, waffles, hard boiled eggs and fresh fruit to name a few. Also, a great perk was the large gravel parking lot in the back - we were towing a trailer behind us and that made it extremely easy to park and not worry that we were taking up space or in the way!!! We will definitely be staying here again on our next adventure up here!!!

I've been a guest at the Meadowmont Lodge in Arnold CA several times over the last several years…read more I've neglected to review this little jewel. This inn has that reminiscent motor court vibe. And has been there for years. The current owners have lovingly updated the facility to provide comfortable and stylish accommodations. This is not a "fancy" place. But it is a very comfortable warm little piece of Arnold history. The folks that run the lodge are awesome. Almost like family and your just visiting... There's just a comfort there. And there is Bear.. the black lab who greets anyone who will let him... adorable. The facility is spotless. Much cleaner than many "fancy" places I have stayed by far. The location is perfect if you want an amazing get away to nature in the Sierra 2 hours from the Bay Area. Big Trees state park is 5 minutes away and is mind blowing.. largest Sequoias in the world. Alpine lake and big bear 1/2 hour. The Sawgrass campground and river access on the Stanislaus River is 10 minutes. The quaint town of Murphys is 15 minutes. Mercer caverns, the largest cave adventure on the west coast is 15 minutes. There is a grocery store within walking distance, and several outstanding eateries within 10 minutes. Be sure to check out the "Lube Room Bar & Grill" in Dorington, just up the road. Best burgers in Calaveras County and a wonderful outdoor area with a stage - music on the weekends.. This little Inn is a hidden gem.. and the vibe is wonderful. You will be very comfortable and it won't break the bank!!! Highly reccomend!!! Charlie

The woman running the lodge is delightful. She made sure we had the options for fire pits, and…read moreextra towels. The Lodge is clean, well-run and warm!

Have you ever wanted to rent an entire hotel? Complete with a very private outdoor venue, a real…read morebar (saloon?) and a fully equipped commercial kitchen... We were looking for a safe and fun place for a family reunion. Somewhere I could actually bring all of our extended family.. (even those country ones you can't be seen in public with, lol) Found this amazing hotel online and can't say enough great things about it. Karl, our host disappeared after showing us all the amenities. He lives nearby and showed up swiftly when I had trouble lighting a fire in the living room. We had 6 kids that had their own suite area away from the adults. Thankfully there was wifi internet for them when they tired of playing outside. We had such a stellar time there at the historical wild west Avery hotel with no one looking over our shoulders ;) The big trees nearby were awesome too. My skiing fam hit the mountains not far away. Plus an Italian restaurant, a live entertainment bar, and cute lil coffee shop all in walking distance. The town of Murphy's was super cool also. I'm guessing they book up fast with the weddings and stuff. Don't hesitate!

I am currently writing my review while spending our last day here on our wedding weekend. We were…read morelucky to have found this place by just pure searching for unique wedding venues and when we saw this place... we knew it was special. This venue has beautiful charm and good bones. It just feels like you stepped back in time and we really enjoyed that. Carl and all the staff connected with Avery Hotel have been nothing but accommodating to us. They were always willing to listen to any questions we had and were always checking in along the way. The freedom of the venue really pulls you in because it offered that blank canvas of possibilities and that is what we wanted because I love a challenge and had a very clear image of how I wanted my wedding to look like. They have extra decorations for you to use, endless linens, all shapes/sizes of plates, cups and bowls. You do need to clean up after yourself but that's the easy part. Now Carl, deserving of his own paragraph... he really takes care of you and checks up on you especially when it is week of. He was kind enough to let us come in earlier on check in day and greeted us as we pulled up ready to help in any way we needed. He gave us a quick tour and stepped away to let us have our special private weekend! We did have to text him a few times and was always quick to respond. Again, thank you Carl and staff for a beautiful and memorable venue.

Food was good. The service was amazing and so friendly! We…read morewill even come back for dinner at the restaurants Just note to get to restaurant, you need to walk through saloon. I got a sandwich- gluten free. No bread. They didn't have GF substitutions but the meat with no bread does the trick when traveling. Sadly it's still the same cost, would have loved a side of coleslaw. I did get mushrooms and if that was comped in place of the missing bread, it would have been nice.

We went there for Dia De Los Muertos and I have to say what a disappointment. The lead bartender…read morethat has a bald head was very unprofessional. He cussed at the guests for turning the jukebox volume up a bit. He said there are hotel guests that paid for their room upstairs. First of all anyone who stays there on a busy night like that knows what they are getting themselves into. We are paying guests as well. Second the guests screaming for the game on were 10x louder then the music. We met some guests that were staying there and they were in a group text involving his comments about a certain ethnic group not leaving tips. I'm like ok. We tipped him well thank you but after that comment several of us walked out. I can assure you we won't be back there again.