Located close to Placerville City Hall and Bell Tower, Historic Cary House Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
In the city center, Historic Cary House Hotel is in a walkable area with great shopping. Bell Tower and Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine and South Fork of the American River. Check out an event or a game at Placerville Speedway, and consider making time for El Dorado County Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Placerville travel guide
300 Main Street, Placerville, CA, 95667
What's nearby
Historic Main Street Placerville
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
4 min drive - 2.5 km
Placerville City Hall
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Bell Tower
2 min walk - 0.2 km
El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
62 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
18 min walk
Taco Bell
20 min walk
Starbucks
19 min walk
Sequoia
10 min walk
The Original Mel's Diner
2 min walk
About this property
Historic Cary House Hotel
Hotel near Placerville Speedway
Located close to Placerville City Hall and Bell Tower, Historic Cary House Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a hair salon. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
Limo/town car service, self parking (surcharge), and an elevator
A front-desk safe, a gift shop, and smoke-free premises
Meeting rooms, wedding services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
TVs with premium channels
Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 40 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cary House Hotel?
As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cary House Hotel on 11 November 2026 start from AED 376, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for USD 10 per stay.
What time is check-in at Historic Cary House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Historic Cary House Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).
Where is Historic Cary House Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Placerville, this hotel is steps from Placerville City Hall and Bell Tower. Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine and Placerville Speedway are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Historic Cary House Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Highly recommend! Very pretty room, well kept. Excellent staff. Super neat with the history. Immediate walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Sweet little town.
The staff was AMAZING. So kind and happy to chat about the property. It’s definitely historic but clean. No frills and comfy beds, and you can’t beat the location. Thank you Cary House for a great 4th of July weekend stay!
Location of hotel was right in downtown and perfect. Near shops n restaurants. Loved the energy and vibe. Rms were spacious! And all of the front desk people were super nice and helpful. Will stay again.
This is a hotel built in the 1850’s so different yardstick for amenities. A lot of great history. And the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed. Plenty of hot water and pressure as well. Staff were super nice and very helpful. Really enjoyed it.
The Cary Hotel is my favorite place in Placerville. It's beautiful, comfortable, and convenient. The staff just couldn't be nicer. My favorite part is the little bits of historical knowledge all over the place.
Historic landmark! Conveniently located in the heart of Placerville, CA.My second stay here after years past. Staff is what makes your stay here pleasant.
I stay here a lot, it is a funky OLD Hotel, you can see, feel (and smell) the history - Staff is always great, the Kitchen is not stocked with anything other than having a stove top - no pots, pans, silverware..... just an FYI - I am thankful for the Cary House - will go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Nancy
10 July 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Historic Charm in a Perfect Location!
If you love vintage hotels with a lot of character, the Historic Cary House is a fantastic place to stay. It’s located right in the heart of downtown Placerville, making it incredibly convenient to step out and explore the town.
Because it’s an authentic historic building, everything is on the older side. Just a heads-up for future guests: even though the rooms do have AC, the older infrastructure means it can still get a bit warm inside, so just come prepared for that!
That being said, the rooms were very clean, and the beds were nice and comfortable. It's a wonderful, unique spot if you want to soak up some local history!
Pet friendly historic hotel, large suites, very friendly front desk staff, remember it’s old-so don’t expect newer amenities, historic elevator very fun to ride (again, it’s old)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
James
22 May 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a 170 year old hotel with an elevator from the 1920's and it does show its age but it's conveniently located right on the main street going through the tourist destination of Placerville. Acceptable cleanliness and staff was very friendly and helpful. The decor and carpeting and fixtures showed a significant amount of wear.
If you're looking for the fun and the ambiance of the town it's good - if you're looking for a hotel comparable to Marriott or Hyatt it's not in that category.
We loved the Cary House. It's an old historic hotel, gorgeous lobby, furnished with period furniture, and an amazing old elevator. If you're into more modern and up to date furnishings and rooms, stay somewhere else. The people that work here are awesome. We'll be going back!