Historic Sonora Inn

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8 (304 reviews)
160 South Washington Street , Sonora , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly Staff
Comfortable Beds
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Noise Problems
Maintenance Concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.89
Numerous mentions of dirty rooms and overflowing trash suggest poor cleanliness.
Service
9.36
Staff was described as friendly and accommodating, providing positive service experiences.
Location
9.4
Location praised repeatedly for its charm and central access.
Room Quality
7.35
Varied responses about room quality; some mentioned comfort while others noted issues like noise and size.
Amenities
7.88
Amenities not highlighted much, with some mentions of needing improved breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.34
Some guests felt the price was high for what was offered, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Breakfast was noted as good by some, but lacking variety affecting overall satisfaction.
Overall Experience
8.36
Overall sentiment was generally positive with highlights on location and service despite issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 21:37

Property Description

Charming Historic Hotel with Modern Amenities

Convenient Location: Situated just 4.2 miles from Columbia Historic State Park, our hotel offers easy access to local attractions.

Comfortable Accommodations: Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee maker, and plush custom-made beds for a cozy stay.

Great Facilities: Enjoy our seasonal outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, and daily continental breakfast during your visit.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and modern comfort at the Historic Sonora Inn California.

Important information:

The reception of the Sonora Inn is shared with our sister hotel, Hotel Lumberjack. For parking, please park at Hotel Lumberjack, located at 128 S. Green St., Sonora, CA 95370. If you find all parking spots occupied, please do not hesitate to contact our front desk at (209) 532-2400, and they will provide you with alternative parking options.

The Sonora Inn is conveniently located across from the parking lot. To check-in, walk through the breezeway to our reception.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Feb 25, 2026 until Wed, Apr 1, 2026

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 304 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.89
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 7.34
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Julian • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

The location and the friendly staff

Cons:

The bathtub had stains that looked like rust or something

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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billy • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • family_with_children • us
4
2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Cheyanne • couple • us
10
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Larry • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Laura209 • family_with_children • us
1
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • couple • us
9
We’ll be back 😄
Pros:

Proximity - downtown hotel within walking distance of antique stores, restaurants and bars. Room comfortable and clean. Refrigerator a plus. Friendly staff who were willing to answer questions and assist when asked.

Cons:

The breakfast room a little dismal. Pastries were somewhat bland.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Janice • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Location, My family has history in Sonora and this hotel.

Cons:

Bathroom facilities

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • us
6
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Tiny, uninsulated room extremely noisy to outside traffic and pedestrians, and inside to other guests. Very noisy A/C unit.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Christophe • family_with_children • fr
5
Pros:

La localisation centrale et l'accès proche à Alabama Hills. Le cadre "western".

Cons:

Le système antique d'air conditionné ne marche pas. La seule alternative est d'ouvrir/fermer les fenêtres à guillotine. Il n'y a pas d'ascenceur. J'ai du réparer moi-même la chasse d'eau des toilettes. L'ancien papier-toilette était en place. Un cafard gambadait...

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Dereza • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Better breakfast

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Cruz • family_with_children • us
7
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Emmy • couple • us
6
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
6
A cool old property with great staff, that is fun if you enjoy old spaces with idiosyncracies
Pros:

It is a historic old building with grand old touches here and there. It’s got an old timey style that I really enjoyed.

Cons:

Old buildings have character, as well as idiosyncrasies.
-Our room was tight: the door opened to the foot of the bed.
An improvised workspace counter next to the window was only 6-8” wide which made it too difficult to operate a laptop with paperwork adjacent on the counter.
-A window-mounted residential air conditioner provided heat in our room, but we had to prop a wedge in the fins of the fan so warm air would blow down into the room. The unit needs to be repaired or replaced.
-The antique style of the bathtub/shower was cool but it emptied slowly because the drain was probably plugged a bit from hair build-up.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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DeFrenchi • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location, Staff, and Value of stay are amazing.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Liliana • couple • us
10
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Marlene • couple • us
10
Pros:

The hotel was clean and we really liked how convenient it was as it was right in the downtown area. The staff was great and our dogs loved it. Would definitely stay there again.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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rachel • family_with_children • us
10
Very nice. The evening front desk lady was the sweetest.
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Rosisela • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Aeriana • couple • us
7
The room was great, the bed was comfortable and spacious as well as the bathroom. They gave us a free complimentary upgr
Pros:

Very historic, unique and colorful. Loved the lights all around the rooms. It was very cute

Cons:

Wish the hall lights would turn off after a certain time, they were pretty bright

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee