Perfect location!! Very close to downtown Grass Valley. Clean, well stocked kitchen with microwave, fridge everything we needed. Luke the manager was friendly and gave us tips about the area. He showed us other units for our next visit. We come to this area every few months and plan on staying here from now on. read more

First, the good... It's a cute little place. There are some chairs and tables outside under a redwood tree and it's located close to Nevada County Fairgrounds. The staff were reasonably friendly and helpful. The room and bed appeared to be clean. The not so good... The fan didn't work properly, the air conditioning was very noisy, and the bed was very soft. Also, when I woke in the morning, I found a cockroach sitting on my coffee cup then I found one on the floor and one on the toilet seat. After that, I was very paranoid about the cockroaches and left soon thereafter. read more

We made a reservation. Had to cancel, called them 77 hours before our scheduled arrival (policy is more than 72 hours ahead you get a full refund), they did not answer their phone, we left a message. They did not refund the money. Following up with our credit card company the hotel still refuses to refund the money. read more

Sierra Mountain Inn - Hotels Near Me - Grass Valley, California

Way overpriced for what you're getting. They added a 2 night minimum on some weekends, 72 hr cancellation and they charge $220 on busy weekends. The place is in dire need of updating, carpets are raggedy, furnishings is yard sale purchases. Fridge and microwave need replacing. Staff doesn't clean everyday and if you want ice you have to wait for office to open and no vending machines or breakfast. Charging high prices you'd think they'd try to give you more for the cost but nope you're stuck. If they've doubled their rates over the years clearly owner has enough to update the rooms. Make sure to bring ear plugs you can hear neighbor walking around rooms all night. Parking is awful if you have a larger vehicle. Spend a little more and stay at a competitor. It's a dump read more

I checked in late after a bad snow storm..driveway was full of snow tree branches down in the driveway had to drive over them then the people getting there before us just parked all crazy hardly any open spaces....then the next morning noticed our room wasn't stocked no shower soap only two bath towels and the coffee carafe had left over coffee in it.. I hope to god our bed was clean..internet wouldn't work had to sigh into Google to get TV to work...way way over priced read more

Stayed here for the first time as we were inform celebrating our anniversary. We stayed in the room above the office - there were cobwebs in the corner, fridge wasn't on and the room needs major updating. Not worth the cost - $250 for one night. I would have gave more stars if the bed was comfy but it was so stiff we hardly slept at all. Cute grounds though and decent location with a short walk to downtown. read more

There were many things about this inn that were phenomenal, and some that were lacking, but I was torn between a 4 or 5-star review because people need to have reasonable expectations for where they are staying. Read to the end for details and the hands-down best feature, but the quick rundown is: Pros: - Location - Price - So clean! - Comfortable, clean bedding with extras in the rooms - Wonderful front desk greeting (we arrived 15 minutes after closing, and the front desk clerk texted us while we were on the road and stayed just to check us in!) - The option to leave housekeeping supplies as a "care package" at the front door instead of entering the room to clean - QUIET. Seriously. It was like sleeping in a tomb. And we know there was no vacancy during our stay, and a large family with kids next door!! Cons: - The squishy, bouncy beds were strange. Not uncomfortable for us because we both slept well in our respective beds, but I wouldn't want to share the bed with someone else if I were a light sleeper. - Outlets. My room had one, which was occupied by the two end table lamps. I had to disconnect one lamp to charge my phone. - Only a microwave for heating food in the kitchenette. This is fine and possibly a building code restriction since these buildings are very old, but clarifying the definition of a "kitchenette" is helpful. - The shade on the glass window of the exterior door of my room did not block out light. It would be very helpful to place a curtain rod over the door so a blackout panel can be pulled across the door at night (the second room of #8, the two-room suite). I don't expect the same accommodations at an inexpensive roadside inn as I do at a 5-star resort, and at first glance, the rooms are as basic as it gets. I can tell everything was the least expensive, Home Depot/IKEA options they could buy (kitchenette cabinets, shelf in the bathroom, plumbing fixtures, flooring, etc.). This is fine, since again, the price told me not to expect much. But our other first impression was how clean everything was! I expect some "old" smells in older places, and there was nothing. No musty smell and (best of all) no overpowering cleaning product or air freshener smells. This is huge, as many cheaper places try to cover things with scents. The kitchenette was very simple, and again, very clean. We had a 2-room suite, and there was a cheap, tiny table with two chairs, two armchairs, and no sofa or loveseat for comfort. No big deal, just a "good to know." The absolute best part of our entire stay was how QUIET the rooms are! When I say quiet, I mean we heard NOTHING. I know there was a family with kids next door and no vacancy. I couldn't hear people talking, snoring, moving about, etc. Even my roommate had no idea I had showered, dressed, and watched a show on my phone in the morning before I opened the door between our rooms! We both slept so well, we were sad to go home because we wanted at least a couple more nights! We can't wait to come back! read more

Beware of this inn. My ex wife used to work there. She took photos on her phone of people's IDs and credit cards, as well as employee ID and social security card, and stored them on her personal hard drive at home. I found these photos and acted in good faith with the inn, and provided them copies before going to police so they could do an internal investigation. I requested anonymity. My ex wife no longer works there. However, the manager gave her all of the information and threw me under the bus for doing what is right. I do not know if or who else may be collecting personal information or what potential identity theft is happening from this place. What I do know is that Sierra Mountain Inn has acted in bad faith towards me for giving them an opportunity to do an internal investigation. I do not know if they notified customers whose information was taken. I do not know if they made any police reports. My providing them with this information led to it being used against me in court in regards to my children. Based on what was said in court, I believe this business to have swept this issue under the rug. read more

FAVORITE PLACE TO STAY IN GRASS VALLEY! Not only because of the location, but because it's just so beautiful. My partner and I travel a lot due to work and ever since we were introduced to Sierra Mountain Inn we fell in love with taking trips to this place especially when the Cottage room is available. We've been visiting for 2 years now (going 3) and always look forward to seeing and chatting with Diane who goes above and beyond to make sure our stay is pleasant when we visit. Only mishap we had was plumbing but it's obvious due to the age of most places out here. Some lady named Maddy said she would write it down and take care of it, but didn't. Out favorite employee handled it with much grace and respect who's name is Diane. Thank you for fixing the problem in such a mannerly fashion. WE LOVE SIERRA MOUNTAIN INN because of DIANE! She should definitely get a pay raise if she hasn't yet. Thank you so much for being friendly and attentive to all guests. Her customer service is always awesome! P.S they are slowly renovating this place so please be considerate of things, they will always try to accommodate the best way possible. This place is such a gem and wonderful ambiance all around. That's what makes this place feel safe and like home P.S.S can't wait to visit the updated Cottage room it really is cozy and perfect to relax in. Work or vacation! read more

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Watch out! many rooms are advertised as having queen beds and in fact they are only doubles. We were forced to upgrade to a suite to accommodate our sleeping needs . read more

Great central location, very clean, nicely decorated, friendly helpful staff. Really a cute place. The only drawback was a bit of traffic noise, even on a Tue night but to be expected on the main street. Did not interfere with sleep hours. read more

First of all I need to preface the fact that I am the president of a large travel agency in Las Vegas and was exploring Grass Valley since I was writing an article about the area for a large travel publication which appears in both print & online forms. I confirmed my room on a travel agent website, but no discount for being one was offered nor did I ask for one wanting to give my honest opinion & informed them as much. I had requested an early check in since my flight was mid morning & said that I'd probably arrive about noon after picking up my rental car. When I arrived at 11:00am I was told that my room was not yet cleaned & I would be an hour so at noon & they would text me which was a total lie! I told the front desk clerk I would go grab a bite to eat. I wanted to freshen up before my first meeting & was finally notified about 3:30pm, which is AFTER their normal check in time. When I got back close to 5:30 I was met with a very rude property restriction. I wanted to use a different business credit card than the one I guaranteed to reservation with. I was then informed that there was NO WAY to do this and there would be exorbitant change fees involved or that she even knew how to do it? No where on my confirmation was this stated so I asked for the manager or owner. I was rebuffed with a quick response saying the mgr. would not be in until Monday & the owner did not live there! She knew I was checking out Sunday & just shrugged her shoulders..I am from the hotel capitol of the world & worked in the travel industry for over 40 years & NEVER HAVE I EVER HEARD OF THIS!?! This looked like a cute place centrally located on the booking site. BIG exaggeration there since it is no more than a motor lodge directly on the very noisy Main St. Total fabrication about the size of the bed and the room. I booked a single queen bed & it was definitely only a double bed. The room was extremely tiny being 14 x 12 ft. My horse's stall at the barn is bigger than that! The bathroom was about half the size. The tv system was sketchy at best & about as reliable as the air conditioner, both of which kept cutting off. There are no room keys or telephones in the room so if you need something, you have to dress & walk back to the office which in only open limited hours. Parking is a nightmare and only will fit compact cars IF you can find one. My room door never shut completely so basically it was open for anyone to steal my stuff. The so called "closet" is an open wall 2 1/2 ft. cut out with 4 hangers and ZERO drawers anywhere to unpack your clothes. Window covering & towels are threadbare & as old as the property itself. The shower's (no bathtub) water pressure is about as strong as a dripping water hose. They advertise wi-fi, but it never worked for me. About the ONLY 2 things I found on a positive note were the toiletries in the bathroom & the bed was clean & fairly comfortable. I know this is very long, but my publisher expects an honest review. I moved to a different property the next day & will never go back here so heads up if you can stand all of the above with all the false advertising... read more

The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and quiet. I only used the refridgerator, and found it had a tiny freezer and I had to go to the office for ice. The coffee machine was a cheap motel style so it was a dissapointment. I expect at least good coffee and ice if I have a kitchen. There aren't any charging ports. Wi-Fi was good. No breakfast. read more

I booked a stay in the cottage room for my brother. The room was modern, clean, and cozy. There was everything you could need for a longer term stay- a full kitchen, a living space with a couch that folds into a bed for an extra guest, plenty of blankets and linens, and a bedroom with a closing door for extra privacy. The grounds are tidy and feature nicely kept small lawns and trees that help shade the space. Although the walk to downtown Grass Valley is short and convenient, the motel is far enough up the road for it to be quiet. Cars pass by, but they are hardly a nuisance. We apparently left a necklace behind and staff was nice and honest enough to call and notify. I do think the next time I am in town I will stay here. For those not familiar, Grass Valley is a fun place to walk around and has a few really special antique shops along with beautiful Victorian homes. This motel would be a great ground zero for your stay here. read more

If I ever find myself in Grass Valley again I won't even give staying anywhere other than the Sierra Mountain inn a thought. On our way up from Southern California, only 30 minutes away from checking in at the Inn we were hit and our car was out of commission. We found ourself 500 miles from home without a car and momentarily stranded. After connecting with a friend we got a ride and able to call the Inn. I called and spoke with Diane and told her we would be there late. I explained our situation and she was so genuine in her asking if we were okay. She told us not to rush, she would turn the heater on for us and some lights. After the stressful day we were able to walk right into our room which was so warm and welcoming. When we found out our car is not able to drive for the foreseeable future we needed to stay an extra night. The inn was able to accommodate (even though later it was not needed) finding us a room. I truly recommend the staff, accommodation, and location of the Sierra Mountain Inn. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I would give them a least 10!!! read more

The room that I stayed in the AC kept turning off on the hottest day! When checking in test the ac

My family and I were on a little family road trip and happened upon this quaint hotel. The people at the hotel were super nice, easy check in, clean rooms. I highly recommend this place if you are passing through and need a great place to stay. read more

Stayed here for a wedding in October of 2022. Our family booked the entire place. We had a few hiccups with the bookings which was one issue. The other bigger issues: No hot water in Room #8, good water pressure though. No breakfast/workout facility. Very close walk to the shops and mini downtown. Biggest issue is that this place is LOUD being so close to the busy street. So yes, it is average. read more

Absolutely amazing. Went above and beyond and the room was gorgeous. The room was super clean and the area was quiet we got in super late and the best part was the bed made me melt into the pillows and did not wanna leave. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

Just returned from 3 nights in the cottage at this beautiful historic motel. The manager was very kind in suggesting the cottage for us since we were traveling with our recently rescued 80 lb Doberman. It was so darling, we extended what was originally a 1 night stay into three. Full kitchen, plenty of room for my 6'4" husband, Doberman and myself. Very clean, well kept, kind and helpful staff, close to everything and a delightful walk to restaurants. Nice patch of grass out in front for our doggy and the very best part...a stunning California Redwood tree in the front yard. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. read more

This is our favorite place to stay in Grass Valley! They recently renovated the rooms and they are charming, cozy and decorated beautifully. It has the perfect "home away from home" feel. We stayed in the cottage during our last visit and it was spacious, had a full kitchen, comfy bed and cute living room to relax in. They offer complimentary coffee and cute places throughout the property to sit out and enjoy your cup. The staff is so friendly, warm and welcoming. Shout out to Diane who made us feel like family when we checked in and took the best care of us. We will definitely be back! read more

We absolutely loved this little gem! Rooms were quaint and clean . We sat outside in the evening and played crib. Cute all the way around . Would definitely come back to enjoy longer! read more

A bit away from downtown but walkable. Great staff , very helpful and cheerful. Parking is a bit cramped. On a busy, loud street but didn't bother us. Clean room. read more

Such a lovely place to stay while helping my mom out with a broken shoulder! My needs were totally met and adjustments were made for my comfort. Thank you so much for the wonderful place to relax! The owner has your best interests in mind! read more

I stayed here for a single night while I explored the Empire Gold Mine area while on my way up to Oregon. I loved the place. The room, with a kitchenette, was immaculate - and the little yard with patio chairs was a sweet location for a glass of wine. More importantly, the bed was supremely comfortable and the water pressure (shower, faucet) was strong. The place was decorated nicely and everything seemed in excellent shape. I would absolutely stay here again. read more

From the first moment when I booked this hotel for a two-night stay with a Bay Area friend, to the moment we checked out this was a very high quality experience. Worth every penny, SMI is a wonderful, wonderful place. Charming, beautiful, a wonderful house cat, an arbor outside to lounge, drink wine and read, awesome staff, the works. Thumbs up to this hotel in beautiful Grass Valley. read more

Nice rooms that have clearly been remodeled/updated relatively recently. Very clean. Staff were friendly and accommodating. I'd definitely stay here again. read more

We loved our stay here and will DEFINITELY be back!! The room was cute and cozy and very comfortable. The staff was exceptionally friendly. We will be back and are looking forward to staying a few days so we can explore the area. read more

Our room was spotless and the bed was super comfy! The place was a short walk to downtown and was surrounded by beautiful Victorians! The staff was beyond friendly and helpful! We would suggest this place to others and we're sure we'll visit again! read more

Upon arrival, my wife and I were greeted by Diane at the front desk. Diane was very friendly, polite, personable, and accommodating! We absolutely love our room. Our room is very clean, well kept, the bed is very comfortable, and the shower is great! We have good WiFi and good cellphone reception. We are here for two nights and look forward to another stay in the near future! read more

My wife and I wanted a get away so we could make the loop from Grass Valley on 49 up to the Sierra Buttes to Truckee and then back. We travel with my elderly father and require adjoining rooms. Sierra Mountain Inn had the perfect setup for us. We had a two bedroom and two bathroom suite/cottage. Each room had a television. There was an efficiency kitchen. Staff was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We stayed two nights. read more

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Chose SMI because they are "dog friendly" and it seemed like a charming place. We just needed a place to sleep - the available dog room had two bedrooms, a living room, small kitchen and bathroom. Probably better for families. There was almost enough hot water pressure for a shower, the carpet is old and tattered, our room was right on Main St, so there was lots of traffic noise until late and started again early. Motel 6 would be a better choice. read more

I've referred family & friends here & they've always been happy with their stay. Most recently, Kathleen, at the front desk was a huge help for some friends of mine that needed a place to stay on short notice. She went above & beyond to help out & it was most appreciated. The rooms are simple, cozy & clean & downtown GV is a quick walk down the street. It is consistently a nice place to stay. read more

I should have paid attention to the reviews that were critical of the female manager/owner's behavior. Hospitality is NOT her strong suit. The primary reason I selected this hotel was their pet-friendly policy. After checking in I realized that I hadn't told them about my dog, so I went back to the office 2 minutes later and told them about my pet. The friendly gentleman who had checked me in said that they would put me in a different room. No problem. I went back to my room and waited making sure to keep my dog off of the bed. Ten minutes later I was surprised by someone violently banging on my door. I opened it a crack, peered outside and the female "manager" rudely bellowed, "YOU NEED TO GO TO THE OFFICE AND STRAIGHTEN OUT YOUR SITUATION!!!" I went back to the office with my credit card out and ready to pay whatever nominal fee the hotel charged for pets. What followed was a tense ten minute transaction where the poor gentleman at the counter cleared up the situation while the Ms. Hospitality simmered behind him while sneering at me. Ugh. The form I signed upon checking in stated the fee was $35.00, but I was charged $38.50. The room they moved me into was slightly larger and had tiny kitchen. That being said, it had a strong chemical/cleaning solution odor, and ants crawling around in the cramped shower. Judging by the number of cars in the parking lot the hotel was less than half-full, but this is where they decided my filthy dog and I should spend the night. read more

Clean, cozy, no frills place. One desk person nice, the other seems to hate her job. The bed was well padded, but squeaked. Shower is small, water hot enough, but no more. Kitchenette is sink, microwave and refrigerator. Be sure to make sure fridge is turned on. Heater is stand alone, old and very efficient. If you don't mind that it is a bit loud when running, not clunking, but fan noise, it is nice. It is kind of like white noise. For the price and location, it was a good deal. One important note, there is a 72 hour cancellation policy. Also, they have you sign a folded sheet of paper when you check in. Ask them what it is, which when revealed is mainly a clause.to pay $250 cleaning if you smoke in your room. read more

We stayed at Sierra Mountain Inn over a busy Labor Day weekend. We received wonderful service at the front desk starting with a phone warning us about the smoke from all of the fires in Nor Cal and wanting to check on our progress getting to the inn. Check in was fast and easy. Our room was beautiful and just as advertised. The location was perfect for us. The bed was comfortable. Utensils, plates, bowls and cups made heating up our meals in the microwave easy. The A/C was well working and the ceiling fans helped ensure that our room stayed nice and cool. When PG&E notified the Inn that rolling black outs might be happening, the front desk called us and gave us the option to stay and the Inn would do what they could to keep us comfortable, or leave a day early with no penalty and a refund. We chose to stay and so we were provided a lantern and ice to keep our food cold. They provided reserved parking right next to our room, great recommendations for best spots to enjoy the river, and lots of information to any question or request we had. This was a wonderful experience and we will definitely return. read more

Small old-style motor court type motel with two of the units separate from the two other banks of rooms. We stayed in one of those two separate 'cottages.' Perfect. Clean room. Quiet. Very friendly staff. read more

Sierra Mountain Inn - Unit 12... great room, quiet and toward the back of the property, removed from the street. - Hotels Near Me - Grass Valley, California

This is a cute and clean little old style motel that has been redecorated and had the mini kitchens remodeled. Although its expensive for what it is (everything is pricey in the foothills) the rooms are clean and cute and the staff friendly and helpful. I would stay there again if I went to Grass Valley again - and I might, as it was a darling town - it was too hot when I was there but its a very sweet place. read more

Cute little two-bedroom suite that was perfect for a two-day family stay. The second bedroom was a very welcome touch and the entire suite was nicely furnished with a microwave, toaster, cutlery, etc. It's about a 5-minute walk to downtown Grass Valley, and it was nice to stay in a place that isn't in the middle of everything. Everything in the suite worked exactly as expected. The road the motel is on is surprisingly loud at night, however it wasn't too much of a disruption especially from the second bedroom. read more

Cute little place to stay! The grounds are attractive and the room was very clean and charming. This is a motel-style inn and not a Victorian house. The location was great as we could walk down a hill to shops, bars and dinner. The climb back up the hill was some exercise- especially after eating and drinking! Reception was friendly. Everything in the room was functioning and in good condition. read more