Best Western Plus Placerville Inn
6850 Green Leaf Dr, Placerville, CA 95667, Auburn Lake Trails, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.8 / 5
Overview
The Best Western Plus Placerville Inn is a 3-star hotel located just off US-50 in Placerville, California, roughly 3 miles from the town's historic downtown. It offers a straightforward, no-frills base for travelers exploring the Sierra Nevada foothills and El Dorado County's Gold Country attractions. With a public rating of 3.8 from over 1,100 reviews, it functions as a practical highway-adjacent stopover rather than a destination resort.
Rooms
Guest rooms are unassuming but functional, each equipped with free WiFi, an in-room safe, a flat-screen TV with premium channels, a minifridge, microwave, and a tea and coffeemaker. Upgraded rooms add fireplaces and/or pool views, while suites come with whirlpool tubs or pull-out sofas for travelers wanting extra space or a family-friendly layout.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site recreation includes a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus complimentary passes to a nearby gym for guests who want a full workout. Complimentary hot breakfast and free parking are included with every stay, adding value for road-trippers and budget-conscious travelers.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits about 5 km from wine tasting at Nello Olivo Winery and within a few kilometers of Apple Hill Growers, the El Dorado County Historical Museum, Gold Bug Park & Mine, and the El Dorado Trail. Downtown Placerville, Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, Sutter's Mill, and several additional wineries including Lava Cap and Sierra Vista are all within roughly a 10-13 km drive, making the property a convenient base for exploring Gold Rush history and the Apple Hill / El Dorado wine region.
Best for
This hotel suits road-trippers and Gold Country sightseers who want an affordable, amenity-equipped base near US-50, with easy access to Apple Hill orchards, Gold Bug Park & Mine, and El Dorado wineries. It also works for budget-minded travelers who value free hot breakfast, free parking, and a pool/hot tub without needing a full-service resort experience.
Travel tips
Because the hotel is located directly off US-50, request a room away from the freeway-facing side if traffic noise is a concern, as some guests have reported disturbances at night. The property is a short drive (under 4 km) from Downtown Placerville, Gold Bug Park & Mine, and the El Dorado Trail, so a car is useful for reaching Apple Hill orchards, wineries, and Gold Rush historic sites, several of which are 10 km or more away. Note the outdoor pool is seasonal, so travelers visiting outside warmer months should not expect it to be open.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff and the quality of the complimentary breakfast, and many note that in-room basics like the fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and comfortable beds meet expectations. The hotel's convenient location near Placerville attractions is also a recurring positive. On the negative side, some guests report rooms located close to the freeway with disruptive traffic noise, and there are complaints about unresponsive or unhelpful management when addressing issues like room changes or refunds. The lack of an elevator was also cited as a drawback affecting overall room-quality perceptions.
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