Best Western Golden Key

Hotels
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Best Western
8.8 (692 reviews)
13450 Lincoln Way , Auburn , us
+1 530-885-8611

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well-kept rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Good overall experience
Cons:
Issues with hot water
Some rooms outdated
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Many reviews noted the hotel was clean, but issues like lukewarm water and outdated rooms were mentioned.
Service
9.28
Multiple reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, thus indicating strong service.
Location
9.02
Guests appreciated the convenient location, especially its proximity to local spots and ease of access.
Room Quality
8.77
Most guests found the rooms nice and well-kept, despite some mentioning issues with softness of beds.
Amenities
8.8
Basic amenities were sufficient and positively reviewed, but some guests suggested improvements.
Value for Money
8.66
Overall perceptions of value were mixed; some felt it was good while others believed it could be cheaper.
Food and Beverage
8.61
Breakfast quality was generally liked, but there were suggestions for more options like eggs.
Overall Experience
8.78
While there were some complaints, many guests had positive experiences and expressed a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 15:07

Property Description

Convenient Location in Historic Old Town Auburn
Located just a 10-minute drive from Auburn Municipal Airport, the Golden Key Best Western offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your stay in historic Old Town Auburn.

Comfortable Rooms and Relaxing Amenities
Enjoy spacious rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, microwave, and refrigerator. Unwind in the outdoor pool, garden, or by the fountain. Need to catch up on work? Take advantage of the business center and meeting facilities.

Explore Local Attractions
Discover nearby wineries like Mt Vernon Winery, golf courses such as Raspberry Hill Black Oaks, and the fascinating Empire Mine—all just a short distance from the hotel.

Ready to experience the charm of Old Town Auburn? Book your stay at the Best Western Golden Key today!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SMF

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: Yes
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: Yes
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Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 692 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.77
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.61
Overall Experience: 8.78
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Colleen • couple • us
10
We left something behind some items when we checked out and we contacted promptly by the staff.
Pros:

Staff was welcoming and offered insight as to transportation needs

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Beds were comfy. Room and most facilities clean. Breakfast was nice.

Cons:

Jacuzzi was dirty.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Isabel • couple • us
6
Staff was nice.
Pros:

Location was convenient and easy to find from highway.

Cons:

Pool was not as photo portrayed.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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evelyn • couple • us
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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BB's vaca's • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Bed was so comfortable. Nice people.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Renee • couple • us
1
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Renee • couple • us
1
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Regina • couple • us
8
Pros:

Room was conveniently laid out. The park/rose garden were nice touches

Cons:

Breakfast was
Average.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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PNINA • couple • il
6
Pros:

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Cons:

קטן
לא נוח לזוג

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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JoeA336 • Family • Norwalk, California
6
Good 3 star Motel
Pros:

Pros:
Excellent location: Sandwiched between restaurants and right across the street from a supermarket and strip mall. Next to the freeway but far enough not to hear the loud noise.
Rooms: clean and comfortable
Cons:
Small breakfast area: 6 tables to accomedtate 80 guest rooms. Breakfast is limted to space restrictions.
Ammenities: No gym, small outdoor pool

2026-06-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Sherry • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Staff. Clean. Great location for exploring surrounding area and visiting Foresthill.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Tina • extended_group • us
8
Great location and large room
Pros:

Location

Cons:

NA

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Elinora • couple • us
9
Cindy and her partner at the counter were very welcoming.
Pros:

The room was sufficient for our visit. The bed was exceptional!!!

Cons:

Being right next to the 80 freeway!!!

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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TRUDY • couple • us
7
Last minute booking, other hotels sold out so it worked out ok
Pros:

Nice lady at the check in desk. Had our room ready early for us which we appreciated. Room was clean

Cons:

Old building so no stairs to the upper floor. Price was too expensive for this category of stay.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
7
Cons:

Our bathroom toilet did not flush well.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Monika • couple • us
5
Our stay at this hotel was ok but not great, overpriced!
Pros:

Staff was very friendly and the room was clean and the bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Hotel room did not look as nice as pictured on the website!
I looked outdated and the location was not desirable ! Not a good value!

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
M
Malit • couple • us
8
Pleasant
Pros:

Cleanliness and safe surroundings. Very Nice staff

Cons:

More selection on Breakfast

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • us
1
Stressful and expensive
Pros:

The staff was rude freaked out over some dirt on the towels called me and harassed me over it said they had to throw them away all they needed was to washed with some bleach it was dirt now they arsvtry to charge my card 1300 dollars over it

Cons:

The place is nice the staff are nuts

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
M
Michelle • couple • us
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee