Hotel Mission De Oro

Hotels
9.2 (1575 reviews)
13070 South Highway 33 , Santa Nella , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful grounds, gardens and courtyard
Exceptional and friendly service at front desk and lounge
Wide range of amenities (pool, koi ponds, wine museum, bocce, orchards)
Clean rooms and spotless bathrooms reported often
Pet-friendly with dog play area and dog menu
Delicious breakfast and high-quality restaurant (farm-to-table)
Cons:
Restaurant can be expensive; some guests mention pricey dinners
Occasional restaurant understaffing / slower food service
Isolated room issues: smoke smell, worn carpet and damaged couch
Property sits next to a highway/truck stop (though many say you can't tell once inside)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Generally described as very clean and spotless in multiple reviews (bathrooms and common areas), but several mentions of a smoke smell in a room, worn carpet and a damaged couch lower this score slightly.
Service
9.8
Consistently praised: friendly and accommodating front desk, prompt moves for noisy rooms, attentive lounge staff and ample staff presence noted — strong service across reviews.
Location
9.4
Located next to Hwy 5/truck stop but repeatedly described as a surprising oasis/hidden gem with beautiful grounds — convenient for travelers and highly regarded despite proximity to the highway.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms are described as large and clean, with reserved parking and comfort, but isolated reports of smoke odor, worn carpet and a damaged couch reduce this score.
Amenities
9.8
Outstanding amenities reported: pool, koi ponds, hydroponic terrarium, wine museum, bocce/horse shoes, orchards, shaded seating and pet-friendly features — repeatedly highlighted as a key strength.
Value for Money
9
Many guests call the breakfast and overall stay great value and note attractive pricing; a few comments flag expensive dinner pricing, so value is strong but not without caveats.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Restaurant praised for farm-to-table quality and excellent breakfast; some guests note higher prices for dinner and occasional service delays in the restaurant (not the lounge).
Overall Experience
9
Overall highly positive — guests describe the property as a hidden gem and an oasis, many repeat visits and strong recommendations, tempered slightly by isolated issues (smoke smell, some pricey menu items).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 15:33

Property Description

Luxurious Courtyard and Pool Area
Experience the charm of our grand courtyard with soothing fountains and cascading waterfalls. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind in the hot tub, surrounded by picturesque views.

Well-Equipped Rooms
Each room at Hotel Mission De Oro offers a cozy retreat with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and coffee-making facilities. Enjoy the convenience of a fridge in every room for storing your favorite snacks and beverages.

Scenic Grounds and Nearby Attractions
Explore our manicured grounds featuring a stunning 9-story bell tower and a peaceful gazebo for quiet moments. With San Luis State Reservoir just 4 miles away and Forebay Golf within walking distance, adventure and leisure are within easy reach.

Book your stay at Hotel Mission De Oro now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJC

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1575 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 9.8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9
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Cendrine • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Judy • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Gardens

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Jocelyn • couple • us
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • us
10
Beautiful hotel, Comfortable stay, Friendly staff, Clean room, Awesome A/C, Excellent restaurant!
Pros:

Always a Beautiful hotel, Comfortable stay; Friendly staff, Clean room, Excellent A/C, and Extraordinary restaurant!

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Veronica Haro • couple • us
9
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • us
10
Pros:

Great stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Brent • extended_group • us
9
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Monique • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

We have stayed here multiple times. I love that grounds it's so beautiful with a restaurant.

Cons:

Restaurant is a little expensive.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Annelyn • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
8
Solid quality for the price in a great Spanish styled setting.
Pros:

Customer service is great and the room was clean. The bathroom was spotless, and the location itself has a cool historic vibe. The staff was very accommodating when we told them that the room was loud because it was over the restaurant, they moved us promptly and apologized for the noise.

Cons:

The couch was worn and damaged, and in bad shape. It needs to be replaced.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • extended_group • us
10
One of the best hotels I have stayed at. Looking forward to seeing it again for Christmas.
Pros:

Breakfast was great, everything tasted good. Very friendly staff.

Cons:

Everything was done right, the room was excellent staff was very courtesy.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Stephan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Surprising oasis next to hwy 5. Once inside feels like a resort away from the noise and hustle of the location. It's definitely an oasis. Stop by for a lunch and see. It's very pet friendly. Dog play area and dog menu in the restaurant

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Gabrielson • couple • us
10
Exceptional!
Pros:

No questions when we showed up 45 min early. Greeted by very friendly front desk. Room was huge, clean and a parking spot reserved right at front of door. Walking around the property, enjoyed drinks at very friendly lounge, checked out all the amenities; shaded seating areas, koi ponds, giant green house, grape vines with grapes for various varietals for the tasting, orchards with pomegranate, figs, almonds. Back to lounge and ordered an amazing pizza to go. Really you can’t ask for more. Next day we discovered the pool, bocce ball and horse shoes. It’s located at a truck stop but once you enter this hidden gem you have no idea of its location. Oh,
And the wine museum, and the history of the new owner also intriguing and the great price!! Highly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing we didn’t like.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Jose • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
10
Mission de Oro was a relaxing overnight stay on our drive thru central California- truly a landmark.
Pros:

This hotel had beautiful, relaxing and interesting facilities to visit during your stay. The room and common areas were attactive and spotlessly clean, with ample staff to answer your questions.

Cons:

Nothing- it was a perfect spot to relax off the main highway.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • extended_group • us
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • family_with_children • us
10
Business breakfast.
Pros:

Location

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee