I had a great time. It was inexpensive and very clean. There is a restaurant in a shared parking…read morelot and it was 24 seven check-in which was very convenient since we were on the road for so long.

A Hidden Gem Near Scenic Lakes with Outstanding Hospitality!!!!…read more During our recent trip to Northern California, we discovered the Brownsville Motel--a true hidden gem nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Its location is perfect for nature enthusiasts, with several beautiful lakes nearby, including lake Francis, Bullards Bar Reservoir and Collins Lake, offering ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and hiking. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel exceptionally welcome. The staff was incredibly responsive and accommodating, ensuring our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The rooms were spotless, cozy, and thoughtfully decorated, providing a homey atmosphere that made it easy to relax after a day of outdoor adventures. One of the highlights of our stay was the friendly and respectful fellow guests. There was a genuine sense of community, and we enjoyed pleasant conversations in the shared outdoor areas. The motel's peaceful setting, surrounded by towering pines, added to the overall tranquility of the experience. If you're seeking a serene retreat with easy access to multiple lakes, exceptional staff, clean accommodations, and a friendly atmosphere, the Brownsville Motel is the perfect choice. We look forward to returning on our next visit to the area. We also can't wait to try their next door neighbors 5 star dining experience at the Brownsville Station Cafe!

You won't want to leave! We were looking for a quick getaway from Sparks, NV and decided on…read moreDownieville. The Carriage House Inn, or CHI, was highly rated for good reason. The love and care that has been put into their guests having a perfect experience is obvious the second you arrive. You are greeted by the friendliest staff and you will find your personalized envelope with everything you need to kick off your stay. We stayed in the Feather Suite and it was spacious with a nice welcome book that tells you about the staff, the local restaurants, sites to see nearby and the number to text if you need anything at all. They do host a happy hour a couple doors down at Boomtown and depending on when you are staying, you may catch trivia night. Coffee and breakfast are pretty much right outside your door. Everywhere we went had #vegan options too. This location is incredible. You can fall asleep to the sound of the river or sit out on the patio to relax. Everything is just a few steps from your door. We walked right across the street to Jadaa's restaurant for lunch one of the days we were here. The town closes up fairly early do you don't need to worry about noise. You will get the best nights sleep here.

Best hotel in Downieville. The upstairs rooms have a separate shower but it's an older hotel and…read morewe appreciated the charm it brought. Everything was well taken care of and the staff were amazing. Looking forward to coming back soon.

Great host, quiet location and walking distance to a local grocery and the Red Moose Cafe…read more Beautifully cared for property and really comfortable rooms.

this place is the worst. I wouldn't stay here again if I was paid thousands of dollars. this place…read moreis not recommended. the Mexican family across the street has a little daughter who manages the dump of a hotel. the rooms don't even have televisions in them. no amenities and it's greatly overpriced. NO STARS FOR ME

We stayed in #17 incredible view well worth the price. I did however find massive patches of false…read moreCalifornia hellebore all over the border of the property and golf course. These plants are extremely toxic and can be quite harmful to touch. I notified the rental people but got no response.

My family & I have annually enjoyed GRAEAGLE MEADDOWS for many years. It is a beautiful spot & has…read moremany 2 & 3 bedroom free standing homes to rent on a weekly or monthly basis. Walk to golf or downtown Graeagle. It is a most relaxing & enjoyable place. Dave, Shaunna and Debbie make it all happen and are most helpful. I would give this place top billing! Jerry & Lorrie Vanoli

Best DJ ever!! With planning a wedding it is so stressful he made the music a breeze. Suggested…read moresongs to fill out the night. He kept it clean and professional. We let kids request songs during the reception he did a great job keeping it appropriate. Very knowledgeable but relaxed which made if fun and memorable. Knowing we didn't have to check in on him or worry bout timing was a major plus. If your planning a wedding or any venue music is a huge factor especially when there is multiple age groups and differences. He was able to get the older people to dance and enjoy the newer songs and the younger kids to like some older songs too. Thank you so much for easing our stressful day!!!

The Downieville Loft is the perfect place for this town -- a mountain biking, river rafting,…read morefishing mecca. I just back from a friend's birthday weekend. There were 11 of us and the place easily accommodated us all - albeit in an open environment. There is a large open room w/ two big beds and several trundle beds that pull out from the wall. There is also one 'nook' for some privacy for one lucky couple. Downstairs is an open dining, living room and kitchen, with a windowed overlook of the Yuba river -- absolutely beautiful and especially lovely now as the river is seriously roaring. The kitchen is outfitted with everything you need to make some feasts for your group which is good cause there aren't many restaurants worth eating in Downieville. In any case, if you're looking for a fun bachelor(ette), birthday or random friends weekend, check this place out -- well worth it ...oh, and it's really cheap for what it is!

I wanted to love it but it was so expensive and it didn't feel like a good value. The grounds are…read moregorgeous as is that whole Downieville area. The person who checked us in and out was friendly. The cabin was alright but not for 600+ for two nights. Not a holiday weekend either. With a little tlc this place could be amazing. A lot of the lightbulbs were burnt out, the amenities were non-existent and the towels were so tiny we could barely wrap them and were smaller than average. Coffee maker but no coffee and the furniture was old and uncomfortable. If it were half the price it would've felt like a decent value but I would've rather paid what I paid and had coffee, nice towels, a hair dryer and some pamphlets about the

So if you are ever in this neck of the woods....I do have some pros and cons...first, shockingly,…read morethere was no air conditioning, and I'm not sure if any hotels have it out here. It's like you are truly out in nature. and it was in the 90's during the day. It actually didn't feel that hot, but we weren't in the cabin much in the day. But it's a HUGE problem at night, to be explained in a minute. There were plenty of fans. Our unit had a huge living room, and like all of the other cabins we visited, it had the smallest tiniest bedrooms. Our closet only half opened and we had to wrap a towel around a bed leg as we kept knocking our toes into it. The bathroom was small but clean and adequate. The kitchen was large. Which was good, we put our trash in the freezer at night. Because you had to keep the windows open to get any coolish air. And the window was right above our trash can, and we needed to NOT tempt the bears. Yup, because a bear was looking in my SIL's bathroom window one night. And a bear and 2 cubs were spotted at night in our complex. And bear prints were on SIX of our different vehicles. And a bear came into a cabin at the next resort over. AND they'd been in two of the Shangri-La's cabins the previous week..when no one was there. They don't come in if people are there. Yeah, right. Until one day, they do. Nice ladies run this resort and it's run well, BUT I have a few words for them. Liability. Window unit acs. Amazon. Yes, bears.

Stayed 3 nights in the Madrone cabin, and loved every minute of it. Sure, there is no TV, AC, or…read morecell service/Wifi, but honestly that's what I loved. We spent our morning in the porch enjoying coffee and tea, our days out exploring the surrounding areas (Gold Lake Rd) and our nights talking, or playing cards, with the window cracked and the provided fans on, and it was wonderful. The cabin was super clean, and cute. The vibe of property was awesome. Short walk to the river, and great communal areas at the front entrance and back overlooking the river.

Tony, the property manager was absolutely amazing, it was a very peaceful stay! And having your own…read moreprivate spot on the river was just magical!