We recently stayed at Timberline Lodge and was during the same snowstorm when the power was out…read morethroughout Arnold. We had lost our car to a tree and made to the Lodge. We had the opposite experience and highly recommend the lodge. The manager and her husband were wonderful and very caring. They saw our Expedia reservation come in even with the power out and helped us get setup quickly. We were so grateful to have a cozy warm room with the gas fireplace stove. There was hot water and the room was perfect. When we had delays leaving the next day because of the snow and no car, they let us take the time we needed to figure things out. The manager's husband saved us in the end and gave us a ride to Murphy's so we could be somewhere with electricity (and food). He was so kind to do that and we won't forget. Thank you for having such a lovely place and it was beautiful in the snow too! Robert & Marianne

I kind of like the old timey feel with the wood paneled walls but this motel is right next to the…read moreroad so the road noise is quite loud. We could also hear people in other rooms when our fan wasn't on. I was surprised that the cups for the coffee are plastic instead of ceramic. This was the only hotel available but I wouldn't stay here again unless I was desperate.

The property manager, Robert, was amazing along with the rest of the staff, you can tell they…read morededicate time and effort to ensuring the guests have a good stay. I will most definitely be returning and telling others of my experience.

Happy to report this place has done a complete 180. Thanks to Robert the new camp manager he has…read morereturned the Chalet back to its original charm that it once had. No more dirt cabins, it now comes equipped with WiFi, and a smart tv with Roku. There are snacks and smores in the lobby for a small fee. Robert was kind enough to bring us the fire wood. We will sure return based on the changes made here.

I have to highly recommend the Aladdin. There is nothing too special about the motel itself . but…read morewhat is , is the staff . They are EXCEPTIONAL! The lead housekeeper Valarie is just amazing .. Also John the manager is wonderful! they really go above and beyond to make your stay great! It is hard to find people that are that hard working and friendly these days . very refreshing! Thank you staff at Aladdin! you are awesome !

This was the worst hotel stay I have ever had. I had been evacuated from my home because of a fire,…read moreand because I had three cats with me, I called ahead to confirm that rooms were available and pets were allowed. I appreciated being told that would not be a problem. However, my concerns began as soon as I arrived. A homeless woman was sleeping on a bench outside the office, and later I saw her picking up used cigarette butts from the ground, which, I assume she planned to smoke later. When I opened my room door, the air freshener smell was overwhelming, so I planned to open the window. But when I pulled back the curtains, the window screen looked as if someone had tried to pry it open from the outside, which was very unsettling. The bathroom was worse: the toilet was dirty with what appeared to be a person with a bad case of diarrhea, and there was a gross looking used water jug on the dresser that was not mine. The carpet was filthy, so I wore flip-flops the entire time, and the chair was so stained that I would not sit on it. I bought Lysol wipes to clean anything I needed to touch. The "closet" was only a row of hooks on the wall near the window. People came and went throughout the night, with hallway conversations and dogs barking, so I got maybe two hours of sleep. Although the bed looked clean, I still slept in my clothes, using my T-shirt as a pillow cover and my sweatshirt as a blanket. I would rather sleep in my car than stay there again.

A 3.5 star motel because it seems like there is no daily room service besides installing new coffee…read morepackets and emptying the trash in the room trash cans. Great location to the Columbia State Historic Park. The park itself has zero accommodations as of this writing, which it use to.

I have never left a review before, but this place takes the cake…read more My husband and I were meeting family in Columbia for a couple of days. Our son and grandkids were staying in a hotel inside the park (historic and for less money), but we really wanted a pool. Before we booked we confirmed that the pool was open. We arrived in the early evening, and the innkeeper said for an additional charge we could have one of the newly renovated rooms. It sounded good. Anyways, the room was not great. Just fresh paint and some garage sale furniture. But okay. Not a big deal. It was clean. and the beds were comfortable. The curtains didn't actually cover the entire window so we put some books up against it and used a safety pin. My husband was more irritated than I was. I thought it was kind of funny. The next morning we asked for the wifi password (as promised) and the innkeeper said they didn't have internet. What?? We could see it right there on our phones. It made NO sense. When we went to use the pool we found that it was locked up tight with a padlock and looked like it hadn't been cleaned in weeks. Leaves, dirt on the bottom, and mold growing on the side. And a dog was running around the pool barking at us. After talking to some of the other guests we finally put two and two together. It is mostly a residence motel with a few rooms to rent to the public. They said they got the internet with no problem. Apparently the pool is attached to their private quarters and the padlock stays put. I guess the dogs need a yard. Anyways, don't waste your money. Without the internet and pool as promised it is a fifty dollar room, not $115.

Been going for several years now. Last summer we arrived to cabins that had not be cleaned yet. Our…read morefriend's cabin was completely trashed, as was ours. There was a woman with her toddlers trying to clean ours when we arrived. She said she was almost done, but it looked far from it. We just hung out for a while down by the creek waiting. It took a couple hours to finally check in. (Very frustrating when you take off work/leave early to check in & start your vacay. The pool says it's heated, but it's colder than the lake. The cabins have no AC. The beds are horrible in most of the cabins (between our group, we've stayed in all of them), with the exception of cabin 8, which has been updated with nicer amenities and beds. If you end up getting COVID, don't say anything!!! My cousin had Covid, they said she couldn't go anymore, and refused to give any kind of refund/discount. She had to pay her stay in full, and could not go :( Upside: location location location. You are a close drive to the lake.

Pinecrest is about as close to heaven on earth for me as anywhere. We stay at cabin three in…read moreStrawberry every time we go. It is right on the river with no obstructions other than a few trees for a beautiful view in the summertime leave open the big sliding doors and take in the sounds of the river. We usually call ahead or go on the website to reserve but now I found them on VRBO. The resort has a pool, and the general store is a very short walk to pick up ice and most basic necessities. Many great walks/hikes in the area just up the road you can hike all the way to Pinecrest and the dam.

First time working with this company. Very easy to work with! Diane was quick to respond to any…read morequestions or concerns of ours, haven't left yet so hopefully departure and return deposit goes well.

Great selection of homes to choose from for all. Cute cabins, clean, everything you need for a…read morerelaxing visit to beautiful Twain Harte, CA.

We are so thrilled we found this newly opened boutique inn on Booking.com that's located behind the…read moreEbbetts Pass Visitors Center right in between Sarafina's and Giant Burger. This charming "home away from home" has two private suites that will comfortably accommodate a family or two couples. Only my husband & I were here, so we weren't given a key to the smaller suite, but it's only $25 extra per person should you need the other room. The kitchen has a dining table for 4 and comes fully stocked with a full-size fridge, sink, microwave, pots & pans, silverware, plates, & everything else you could need to cook (the only thing they don't have is the food!). There's also a comfy living room with an electric fireplace, couches, games, books, & a bar. There's even a covered porch that overlooks a private wooded half-acre complete with 4 chairs to enjoy the serenity and beautiful trees. It's essentially your own private cabin to relax in & take in the gorgeous scenery. If you don't feel like cooking, there's plenty of nearby restaurants to choose from; Sequoia Woods Country Club & Big Trees State Park are 5-minute drives, with Bear Valley Ski Resort & Lake Alpine 30-minute drives. The personal touches & details that have been added make this feel "homey" and not at all like a normal hotel stay. This is most definitely our new go-to spot to stay when we're in the area. I'm so happy to spread the word about this gem! :)

This is a nearly perfect place to stay when visiting the Big Trees. As a family of three, we are…read morebudget conscious, and enjoy being able to stay in a condo-style hotel so that we can cook & eat "at home." Not only does this save money (which can then be used for activities, souvenirs, etc.), but it also ensures that we can avoid trying to find a family friendly restaurant that will meet all of our needs. (Eating out with a 4 year old boy is not always the easiest task!) The owners, Sid & Kate, were hospitable to the extreme without being AT ALL intrusive. We saw them once or twice (walking their dog, working the little gift shop) and never felt "watched" or uncomfortable at all. I believe they genuinely would have done just about anything to make our stay wonderful. They definitely add a nice, homey touch to the experience. BUT... even without the wonderful customer service, the Bear's Lair would still be a great deal!! The cost is right, the accommodations terrific (great atmosphere, great ambiance, very clean), and the amenities were perfect. There was not a single thing that could have been done to make our stay more comfortable. When we booked the suite, they contacted us to confirm our reservation, provide us with the rental agreement & asked our son's age so that they could ensure there were age-appropriate games and toys for him. The owners were also extremely helpful when it came to recommending various restaurants for the one or two times we ate out, and they made some suggestions when I asked for nearby toy stores. Overall, it was very nice & we will definitely stay there again. In fact, next time we will probably invite friends and take advantage of the fact that the suite is perfectly set up for two couples / small families! *** Only "caution" - while the wi-fi is free (with the provided password), there is NO phone service if you are an AT&T customer. This did prove challenging for me as a small business owner because it was impossible to receive or return phone calls. Thankfully, I was able to keep in contact w/our business via email. Thanks for a great stay, Sid & Kate!! The Taylor Family

There aren't many places to stay in Murphy's and this motel was as expected - it was fine, no…read morefrills. But be aware that the pool is unheated and freezing cold even on a hot day. Motel is within walking distance to a market and close to the cute local park with a stream for the kiddos to play in, but it's on a busy street so I didn't feel comfortable making the trek on foot.

This is one of the few options in this area and its lower middle of the road. They do some things…read morewell and some not so much. The front desk clerk was very nice and helpful when checking in. She gave me the lowdown on food, pool, etc. She also gave me a refreshing soft serve ice cream and took my doughnut order for the morning. These, or a frozen breakfast burrito, are dropped at your door in the AM. The room: it smelled of hotel air freshener, like they're hiding something. The floor was nasty with stains, and one of the beds had some red stuff on the skirt that appeared to be blood. I was told this was oil. Hmmm, why?! Everything in the room was similar and could use a refresh. The bed was decently comfortable and the pillows were middle of the road, being firm and thin. Would I stay here again...probably not. I think I'd look for other options in Angels Camp or beyond.