Historic Cary House Hotel

3.0 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Lobby sitting area
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
300 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Placerville

With a stay at Historic Cary House Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Placerville, within a 10-minute drive of Red Hawk Casino and Historic Main Street Placerville. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bell Tower and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building.

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Placerville Speedway - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Red Hawk Casino - 9 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Golden Dragon Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Independent Restaurant and Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Round Table Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Historic Cary House Hotel

Hotel in Placerville with free casino shuttle
Historic Cary House Hotel offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Placerville hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include gift shops/newsstands, a hair salon, and wedding services. Guests who want to try their luck at the slots can hop on the complimentary casino shuttle.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. Planning an event in Placerville? This hotel has 603 square feet (56 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per stay; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 603 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1857
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in after 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 10 per accommodation, per stay
The resort fee includes:
  • Parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 10 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50.00 for check-in after 10 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

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Cary House
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House Cary
Lexington Historic Cary Hotel
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Historic Cary House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great unexpected stay with inclement weather after a long day dictating I not drive through the pass. It’s right downtown. Unfortunately most places were closed that day or closed early so by the time I was settled it was tough to find food. Not the hotels fault. All in all a great place to rest up. I’d stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very kitschy but safe. Only one guy on duty at night and he was not exactly welcoming or courteous. Rooms had very usable kitchen. Bathroom was bigger than expected. Bed was very old. All furniture very old and cheap. Things are in decent condition but they really are leaning on “historic” to not spend money updating basics. Everything just felt like it was last updated in the 70s or 80s. Old time elevator was a fun trip into the past 😀
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved the historic vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lance

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun, historic hotel in downtown Placerville. Staff was friendly. Rooms were good. The king bed suite was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Repeat Visitor

A historic hotel, excellent proximity to walkable restaurants and shops. I enjoy the two separate bedrooms for my family. I would have been happier with a less-saggy mattress (bed comfort weighs heavily in my ratings). Bathroom and linens were clean. Shower squealed during use. This is an excellent and affordable waypoint between Tahoe and the SF Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Walk to all of downtown! History is amazing 👏
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Wayne

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a historic hotel that could use some updating. The charm is apparent in the lobby but the rooms need some help. Bedroom was tight, and other seating area was not very comfortable. Location is great for walking around placerville.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fan

All good. Parking is on a shared lot on the back of the building, thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

WOW

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic and Comfortable.

We love the Cary House! Needed a late last minute stay when our well pump kicked it and we wanted a hot shower. Rooms are cute and unique, hot water pressure was fantastic- the whole hotel has a ton of character! Great location too- excellent food and coffee options right out the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen and Zac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt very safe there , it os nice amd quiet, could us a few things in the room like paper towels amd maybe some bowls amd cups But we made do the staff is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One of our fav places

Weekend wine getaway, love cary house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down

The place seriously needs some work. Our room had concave floors. It’s very noisy. We booked the hotel because it had a kitchenette, but there were no pots, pans, forks, spoons, plates, etc. the stove and stove oven worked but there was no way to use them without pots or trays. The carpets were dirty. The bathroom ceiling is dirty. The bed was uncomfortable. The building is beautiful, even the elevator is charming. The lobby is lovely to stop into. But I absolutely would not recommend staying here unless it were renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

KELLIE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good stay but upgrades needed.

Rooms are very very long in the tooth. They really need to do some basic maintenance & upgrading. We had a two bedroom, only one room had a lamp, the other an overhead ceiling light, weird. The toilet paper was so thin, you had to use 3X’s the amount. Holes in the wall, no stopper in the sink, picture frame & picture completely falling apart. We were on the street side. A lot of noise until about midnight, maybe some dbl or triple panes windows would be in order for those rooms. However, the bedding was super comfortable. I realize it’s historic but the upgrades and basic maintenance would be nice. Perfect location for everything right there on Main St. Staff very friendly. I stay there every time I’m in Placerville and that won’t change. It’s a good value but some basics need to be addressed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little downtown area. Really Historic and the Hotel was pretty Cool haunted and exciting
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness
My dog and I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. Friendly staff and a quaint room. Very old fashion, almost to the point of going back in time. We will definitely be staying there again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Stockton

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025