Sonora Gold Lodge

Travelers find comfort at this lodge near Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, with a pool to cool off and barbecue grills for after exploring.

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Dates

June 2026

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July 2026

Front of property - Sonora Gold Lodge (Sonora)

Seasonal outdoor pool, pool loungers - Sonora Gold Lodge (Sonora)

Breakfast area - Sonora Gold Lodge (Sonora)

Sonora Gold Lodge is a convenient base near Adventist Health Sonora and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Guests enjoy free breakfast, a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a terrace. Helpful staff, on-site barbecue grills, and lobby coffee/tea enhance the stay.

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Restaurant
Air-conditioning

Room options

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Tonight

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Tomorrow

Jun 5 - Jun 6

All rooms

2 beds

3+ beds

1 bed

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Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

City view
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

City view
20 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Sonora, Sonora Gold Lodge is in the city centre. Moaning Caverns Adventure Park and Dodge Ridge Ski Resort are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Columbia State Historic Park and Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and sledging.

480 West Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370

What's nearby

Mother Lode Fairgrounds
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Dragoon Gulch Trail Head
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Tuolumne County Museum
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Tuolumne County Superior Court
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Veterans Memorial Hall and Military Museum
15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal)
84 min drive

Restaurants

Starbucks
4 min drive
Panda Express
4 min drive
Schnoogs Cafe
4 min drive
Day-O Espresso
17 min walk
Pinocchio's
3 min drive

About this property

Sonora Gold Lodge

Motel near Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
Located close to Mother Lode Fairgrounds and Adventist Health Sonora, Sonora Gold Lodge provides free breakfast and a terrace.
You'll also find perks such as:
- A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
- Free self-parking
- Express check-out, a vending machine and barbecues
- Coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
- Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and feature comforts, such as air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
- Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
- 32-inch TVs with cable channels
- Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance

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1 floor
2 buildings
Built in 1939
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 25.00

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00, per pet, per night (maximum of USD 2 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total (up to 34 kg per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Utility fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD2 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonora Gold Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Sonora Gold Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sonora Gold Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Sonora Gold Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Sonora, this motel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Mother Lode Fairgrounds, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Adventist Health Sonora and Railtown 1897 State Historic Park. Columbia State Historic Park and Sierra Repertory Theater - Fallon House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Sonora Gold Lodge Reviews

6.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.4

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

thought staff was kind and helpful,continental breakfast was good,

Verified

10/10 Excellent

gene

19 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Nice and quiet in the back

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida

9 Jun 2025

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get away trip.

Nice and cozy, comfortable, very quiet, some minor issues but it got resolve immediately. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Melissa was AWESOME 👍. Clyde to main attractions, shopping and dining.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

Verified

8/10 Good

Katherine

29 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We used the room for the groom and his groomsmen to get ready for a wedding. The location of the wedding was the fairgrounds and this motel was perfect (across the street). It is an older motel, but was clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

Verified

8/10 Good

Dana

21 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Better Than Expected

Better than I expected. Older and definitely not fancy, but comfortable. I felt safe staying there alone. They were nice. It was clean.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

15 Jul 2025

Checking in was great as we entered the room the smell was extremely awful. The room was infested with fly's and gnats. After speaking to the manager, she offered us a another room. The second room was just as bad. the stench was almost untorerable, the flys

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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Popular amenities

Room options

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Mini Suite, 2 Queen Beds and Sofabed, Non Smoking

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

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Frequently asked questions

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