Best Western Golden Key

Property class: 2.5

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Located close to Lake Clementine and Ridge Golf Club, Best Western Golden Key provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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8.6 out of 10
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(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

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  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(143 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a red armchair, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a red armchair, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Auburn, Best Western Golden Key is in the business district. Ridge Golf Club and Mt. Vernon Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Clementine and Folsom Lake. Don't miss out on a visit to Gold Country Fairgrounds. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Auburn travel guide
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13450 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA, 95603

What's nearby

  • A stone bridge over a river with rocky banks and a forested hillside.
    Auburn State Recreation Area
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A jet ski on a calm lake with a forested shoreline in the background.
    Folsom Lake
    18 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Placer County Visitor Information Center
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Foresthill Bridge
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Thunder Valley Casino
    29 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Auburn/Conheim Station
    8 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Town Pizza Auburn
    4 min drive
  • Twin Dragon
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min walk
  • Ikeda's
    4 min walk
  • The Station Public House
    4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Golden Key

  • Hotel near Gold Country Fairgrounds
  • Located close to Lake Clementine and Ridge Golf Club, Best Western Golden Key provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
    • A vegetable garden, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 68 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Recycling, mini fridges, and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key Global. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Golden Key have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 31 to April 1.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Golden Key?

As of Nov 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Golden Key on Nov 18, 2026 start from CA $142, 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.

Is Best Western Golden Key pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Golden Key allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 59 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Golden Key?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 24 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Golden Key?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Golden Key located?

Located in North Auburn, this hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Gold Country Fairgrounds and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gold Country Museum and Ridge Golf Club. Mt. Vernon Winery and Lake Clementine are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Golden Key Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 634 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1007 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were clean and the breakfast was good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Liked the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room. Hotel close to store and restaurants. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Friendly staff and solid size room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The moment we went in we were greeted nicely and they were able to let us check in way earlier than 3pm. The room was super clean and everything was great. We felt welcomed and so comfortable. It was 11 minutes away from the wedding we were going to. Definitely will be booking here when I come back to Auburn, CA
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were super friendly and efficient. Toiletries and complementary breakfast were a huge plus, along with parking available for guests. I was traveling from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe, and this was the perfect midway point to stay without having to travel through the night. The room was quiet, clean and cozy. Would definitely recommend as a full stay or stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfortable bed, AC already blasting (it was 100F outside), good water pressure, well appointed breakfast, very friendly staff - everything you could ask for in an overnight stay at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was clean, quiet, and staff was friendly and helpful. If I need to stay in Auburn again, I will book here. Entire stay was easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly and kind. Location is great Will come back and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing and very nice, very child friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my stay a Lot. The Pool is nice and warm. I recommend the Hotel. Breakfast was very good and yummy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a great place at a great price. The pool was very clean, the amenities were everything you would expect. Good breakfast. The rooms were clean with a refrigerator and microwave in the room. It was withing walking distance of a couple of great restaurants and right around the corner from a grocery store. Would highly recommend this place. Staff was receptive and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff was helpful and room was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room, nice area of town, decent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Always clean and neat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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All necessities were nicely provided, hanging shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel in the tub/shower area. There was a solid grab bar by the tub and a non slip mat. Coffee was good both in room and at the breakfast. Sadly the hot tub isn't working. The room was clean and had everything we needed. Our room was at the end and yards from the highway, so it was a bit noisy, I would stay there again if I go to Auburn.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, daily housekeeping, safe parking. Could not do the free breakfast since it’s at 6am.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Amenities
We were quite disappointed to find out that the spa was closed. We assumed the pool would be just because the time of year. The controls for the air conditioner/heater were not explained to us so we had to get maintenance to come up to the room. And the Wi-Fi password was not given to us upon arrival so we had to call down to figure out where they had written it down for us. Other than that, the room was comfortable, including the bed! It was clean. The coffee was awful though.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was excellent. Very friendly staff. Breakfast was also very good. Plenty of parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great breakfast, park area. Great pet friendly place!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is great place to stay if heading to the Sierras and you want to chill out before the wilderness days happen. Super nice people and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stay at this location multiple times and the service, conditions, and overall quality have been consistent!! I feel good laying my head down here and will again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean, very comfortable bed. The front desk staff were all friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great, lots of food options.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I wasn't sure about a best Western, but was really delighted by a clean room, amenities inside, friendly staff, and a great breakfast with a lot of options. Absolutely would book again at this location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms are spotless, the beds, comfy, and the staff very accommodating. Stay there frequently when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Good attention to detail. Superior highway adjacent motel. Some high end urban hotels might want to visit. Inviting pool. Breakfast was nothing out of ordinary but fresh ingredients and tasty. Room was comfortable and had all the little amenities that make for a good stay. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026