Best Western Golden Key, nestled near Lake Clementine and Ridge Golf Club, offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and relaxing amenities. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or rejuvenate in the spa tub. With free WiFi, a 24-hour business center, and helpful staff on hand.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Seasonal outdoor pool
Hot tub
24-hour business center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Computer station
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Feel at home (6)
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $97
$97
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
20 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
102 reviews
(102 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)
Superior Court Historic Courthouse - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
Gold Country Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
Lake Clementine - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Ridge Golf Club - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
Mt. Vernon Winery - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 46 min drive
Marysville, CA (MYV-Yuba County) - 48 min drive
Auburn/Conheim Station - 8 min drive
Colfax Station - 16 min drive
Rocklin Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Old Town Pizza Auburn - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min walk
Ikeda's - 5 min walk
Taco Bell - 5 min drive
Pho King Good - 5 min drive
About this property
Best Western Golden Key
Best Western Golden Key is a great choice for a stay in Auburn. Guests can get a morning swim in at the seasonal outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
68 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 59 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Smoking rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 24 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.00 per night
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week (maximum USD 100 per stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May to October
Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Golden Key?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Golden Key?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 59 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Golden Key?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Golden Key?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 24 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Golden Key and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and rock climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
What's the area around Best Western Golden Key like?
Best Western Golden Key is located a short 15-minute walk from Auburn State Recreation Area.
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Best Western Golden Key Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
Bed
Location
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Bathroom
Value
Family friendly
What guests liked
Breakfast options were consistently good, with many guests praising the variety and quality of the meals. (52 reviews)
The pool was consistently described as clean, heated, and sparkling, with many guests enjoying its use. (14 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near numerous restaurants and offers good breakfast options. (9 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Great stay
Comfortable and clean.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Nice stay
The room is was clean and comfortable. The only concern was the hot tub jets were not strong and the water looked a bit dirty.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
Great location..breakfast options were very good..friendly and helpful staff
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
I will stay here again
Older style motor inn, but very well maintained. Good bed. Windows opened all the way. Front desk and housekeeping staff were friendly and helpful.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
Nice place, the bed was a little hard. Good breakfast.
GORDON
GORDON, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
Great staff!
Great staff and clean.
Jarrod
Jarrod, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
Just really nice location and the staff was very nice!
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Good place comfortable bed good service
Leonel
Leonel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
The staff and this place are amazing and such great distance to so many things!
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
A good value choice in Auburn
This was our second stay here. The staff are very nice, rooms are comfortable (we were in the back, quiet also), breakfast choices were good. The motel is within walking distance of several places to eat.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2025
Nice Stay, Nice Staff!
Originally set for several days, ended up being there for one night due to a change of plans and I needed to be closer to Grass Valley. I have stayed at this location before, the staff is awesome and accomodating. My only complaint was that the bathroom fan would be screechy at times, and I did end up reporting that to the staff when I left.
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Convenient location
Hongwen
Hongwen, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 13, 2025
Given ADA room, air conditioner wasn't working properly. Very dated motel.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
Staff was welcoming, room was very clean
Janea
Janea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2025
trail runners dream!
We were in Auburn for a race and really just needed a room as a home base, napping spot and quick shower. We didn't end up needing the room until the day of checkout and the staff was SO KIND to let us check in that morning. I took a fantastic shower and loved the soft towels and bath products. I got a great 20 min nap in the super comfy bed (100 miles of running makes me really appreciate creature comforts!). We were SO grateful to the staff for their kind and helpful service.
Lucia
Lucia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Excellent stop on way to North Tahoe
Marwan
Marwan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2025
I enjoyed the continental breakfast.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Always a great stay.
Hily
Hily, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Great hotel
A great, nice, clean place to stay and rest while visiting family and grandkids in beautiful Auburn. The hotel offered a nice breakfast included with the reservation. The location is close to numerous restaurants and shops. My wife and I enjoy staying here and look forward to our next visit.
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Great place very clean and comfortable
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
great property remodeled very nice staff
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Safe area, very clean rooms, lots of parking. Kind staff
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Great stop on the way to Tahoe Ski resorts. Rooms are clean and beds are comfortable. The breakfast options were very good. Conveniently located near restaurants and grocery stores.
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Would stay here again
My friend and I spent 2 nights here during a golf tournament. This hotel was very near where we had to be early in the morning. At first, we were a bit disappointed with the location on the freeway, and the outer appearance of the older motel. We were pleasantly surprised with the updated rooms, cleanliness, comfortable beds and large screen TV in the rooms. Breakfast was included and had some healthy options. This motel was about 7 minutes from downtown Auburn and good restaurants. The pool looks much larger in the pictures than it actually is, but was also spotless and clean.