Historic Cary House Hotel

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8 (1082 reviews)
300 Main Street , Placerville , us
+1 530-622-4271

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic charm
Friendly staff
Central location
Cons:
Noise from plumbing
Outdated facilities
Lumpy mattresses

Categories

Cleanliness
7.89
Some guests noted clean and comfortable accommodations, while others mentioned lumpy mattresses.
Service
8.36
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
8.9
Many reviews praised the hotel’s central location near restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
7.35
Some guests reported issues with noise and room age, but many appreciated the historic charm.
Amenities
7.38
Basic amenities were sometimes lacking or outdated, such as missing wine glasses and a corkscrew.
Value for Money
7.84
Guests felt that the historical aspect and location justified the price, though some mentioned shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
7.89
Coffee in the room was a noted absence, but overall the ambiance and location are appealing.
Overall Experience
8.36
Despite some issues, guests enjoyed the historic nature and charm of the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 14:16

Property Description

Charming 19th Century Hotel with Modern Amenities

Authentic Antiques in Every Room
Indulge in a stay surrounded by history with individually designed guestrooms featuring authentic antiques. Relax and unwind while enjoying modern amenities such as cable TV, a refrigerator, and tea/coffee-making facilities. For added convenience, kitchenette rooms are available upon request.

Quaint Courtyard and Morning Tea Service
Start your day right with a delightful morning coffee and tea service in either the ivy-covered courtyard or the Horace Greeley Room. Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance and plan your day ahead in this charming setting.

Explore the Surrounding Area
Conveniently located in historic Placerville, guests have easy access to boutique shops, local wineries, and thrilling white water rafting. With Lake Tahoe and Eldorado National Forest just a short drive away, endless outdoor adventures await.

Book your stay at Historic Cary House Hotel now for a perfect blend of history and modern comfort.

Important information:

Guests checking in after 20:00 must call or e-mail the hotel to make check-in arrangement.

Pet-friendly rooms available. Please contact the hotel for details.

Each room type has private bathroom with shower.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: SMF

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1082 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.89
Service: 8.36
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 7.38
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 7.89
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Brenda • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Maria G • couple • us
2
Shabby, shabby, shabby
Pros:

Centrally located, historical, very nice staff.

Cons:

The room I was shown at booking in April wasn’t remotely the room I was given. The kitchen was much smaller and had no microwave. It did not even have two chairs or a decent table for us to share a meal. It was shabby, with torn bedding, shabby vanity, shabby table, only one chair, a lamp that couldn’t safely be plugged in because cord was short. Spots on walls and overall mot maintained. Because of photos we received we planned on warming up food but there was no microwave. No where to sit and it was not what I expect from Booking.com for a 3 star.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Jeanne • extended_group • us
10
We loved out stay. We love the location and the experience of staying in a historic hote.
Pros:

The room was as expected and very comfortable.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
9
I enjoyed our stay, and will definitely come back. Loved all the old history and photos.
Pros:

The room was on the Top Floor (4th floor) and it had two windows with views of downtown to east and north. Also the room was one of the dog friendly rooms and the room had a ceiling fan.

Cons:

The room was small, but to be expected with this old historical hotel.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Win • couple • us
8
Grateful for our stay as always
Pros:

Few places have an offering of a two bedroom, separated by a door, which we need (because I snore).
This hotel has them ...

Cons:

Placerville's Main Street is a favorite for motorcycles to roar through.
Very loud, noisy

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • us
6
Disappointing
Pros:

The hotel's location is very convenient.

Cons:

Despite having booked the suite with the pullout sofa and indicating to the hotel that we planned to use the sofa bed, it was not made up. I had to track down someone to give us sheets for it and then make the bed myself.

The hotel needs a lot of updating. The paint colors are awful, and wallpaper is peeling off the walls in spots. The lobby is dark and dingy.

I was hoping to impress my date by choosing a charming historic hotel. It had the opposite effect.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
10
We had a great time there.
Pros:

Very quaint!

Cons:

I didn't have a stand on my side of the bed

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Kristen • couple • us
7
We’d stay again.
Pros:

Staff and the Speakeasy were great! Loved the front balcony overlooking the Main Street.

Cons:

It’s historic and old which is expected but the room could have been cleaner.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • couple • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It is a beautiful, well maintained, historic hotel from goldrush times. We had a nice stay, our roo. Was very comfortable. The location on mainstreet in Placerville was great!

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Denyse • family_with_children • us
8
Beautiful historical hotel with easy access to downtown Main Street
Pros:

Loved the location and easy access to downtown. It’s a historical hotel as well as many historical buildings on Main Street.

Cons:

I wasn’t thrilled about the hard beds, hard flat pillows, and scratchy sheets. The TV was pretty small for a room that size. I understand the historical aspect of the hotel but comfortable sleeping is key for travelers.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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JenMah • couple • us
8
Pros:

The person at the reception desk was extremely kind and attentive. She made sure we got a pet-friendly room (our request didn't make it through Booking). The hotel is historic and hasn't been renovated in some time, which won't be desirable to the folks who are looking for a chain hotel bland experience. I enjoyed the character of the place. Main St. Placerville is also very sweet.

Cons:

There is a kitchenette in the room we got, which would be nice if it were equipped with anything. I found 1 fork, 1 cup, 2 plates, and nothing at all to cook in. Luckily we weren't counting on cooking, but it was odd. Oh, no dish soap, either, so I'm sorry for having left the plate we fed the dog on in the sink.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Esther • couple • us
8
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
7
Overall nice place to stay just know it has its quirks
Pros:

We’ve stayed there a variety of times, it is consistent and has a great location

Cons:

It’s an older historic property with good character but could use some updating and TLC. Examples: Why have an alarm clock if there’s no place to plug it in by the night stand where it sat? Fix the shower knob so it’s not so loose that getting it to a decent temperature is annoying?

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Prince • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Megha • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • us
7
Slept well, AC, good, bed comfortable, good location, friendly staff.
Pros:

The lobby was very nice. A historic building for sure.

Cons:

Would have appreciated the offer of a room on a lower floor. I’m not very good with stairs and the elevator was difficult to navigate with a suitcase. I was concerned that if there was an emergency or the elevator was out of service, I would have trouble navigating four flights of stairs.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee