Historic Cary House Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Placerville

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Front of property
Outdoor dining
Lobby sitting area
Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Banquet hall

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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300 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667
  • Place, Historic Main Street Placerville
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, El Dorado County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Placerville Speedway
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Placerville

City center stay.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Placerville City Hall and Bell Tower. Historic Main Street Placerville and Fountain and Tallman Soda Works Building are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street Placerville - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • El Dorado County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Placerville Speedway - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Red Hawk Casino - 8 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Mel's Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Tap House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buttercup Pantry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sequoia - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Historic Cary House Hotel

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Placerville
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include meeting rooms and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 603 square feet (56 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Historic Cary House Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Placerville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 603 sq ft of conference space
  • 56 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1857
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Uncovered self 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Cary Hotel
Cary House
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Cary House Hotel to the airport?

Historic Cary House Hotel is 54.8 mi (59-min drive) away from the Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Historic Cary House Hotel.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Historic Cary House Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Cary House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Red Hawk Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Cary House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per stay.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have a pool?

Historic Cary House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Historic Cary House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Historic Cary House Hotel to downtown Placerville?

Historic Cary House Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Placerville.

Historic Cary House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great service at check in. Really cool area with shopping, restaurants, and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Once a year.

we like the Cary house for our getaway to the wine country in Plymouth area. Generally, the weather is good, but this weekend was up to 100 degrees. Across the street is a nice little public house restaurant which had good bites and beer choice and meal choices. We went to the Buttercup Pantry restaurant for breakfast and that was also very good. It is the old part of town so there is some history that is interesting. Thank you Placerville.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Historic

It's over a 170 yrs old. It's Historic and it's dated. It's also rumored that it's haunted. Its not a resort and amenities are limited. Everything is in walking distance. You are smack dab in the middle of Placerville. Huge plus. Convenient. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeri

Disliked: Room comfort

Historical Experience

If you are just wanting a historical experience, this is a good stay. The lobby is beautifully rich in history. The rooms are very dated and small. The plumbing is questionable. The lady that checked us in was very kind. However, I really didn't see anyone else and we were there 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, friendly staff, excellent location. A great value
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Cary House when we visit Placerville. It's within 15 minutes drive to great wineries, you're across the street from great restaurant's and the local shops are charming. We enjoy taking a stroll around the town after dinner and look in the shop windows. Maybe on day we will even encounter a ghost!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vanessa

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
VERY HISTORIC-ORIGINAL ELEVATOR FROM GOLD RUSH ERA
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyse

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

Another great visit

Happy with property not so happy with hotel.com not letting me use my gift card or being reachable by phone- finally get a human and still can’t use the gift card The property was was very nice just be aware of the elevator, it’s old and they tell you to watch your step and I forgot and tripped but there’s a VibesUp store nearby and they fixed my sore knee quickly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff, especially Carly, was really helpful. She even came to our room to help us with the tv remote and air conditioning. The only downside was nighttime noise from the nearby highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the history of the hotel and the decor
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott, San Carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Tucson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel our room was dated but comfortable. The air conditioning REALLY worked. We couldn’t figure out how to turn it up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marco

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a cool hotel! Very quaint and lots of stores, restaurants, and bars within walking distance. Very quiet at night and I slept well. The historic elevator is pretty sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was neat. I enjoyed the history behind it. The bed was a bit soft for me but I made do. Curious as to why the room was slanted but it did not appear that the building from the outside was slanted. Just a curious observation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025