Imperial Hotel

We had an event to attend in Ione and wanted to stay near by but lodging is limited in this area. The Imperial Hotel was the closest we could find and were very pleased to find comfortable accomodations, a nice bar and great dining room. We stayed in one of the suites and it was very nice but it did not have the WiFi advertised. Only the rooms in the hotel itself have WiFi. Other than that it was a very pleasant stay and we will come back next year.

We had an outstanding visit. Particularly enjoyed sitting out on the balcony, watching the goings-on in Amador City.

This is a wonderful venue. Amador City is quaint and friendly (even if the gold mine that was open for tours is now ready to become a major gold mining operation). The room we stayed in had 12 foot ceiling with a great fan. The bed was one of the most comfortable my wife and I have ever slept in during our travels. Breakfast was good, if a bit sparse. The dining room is spacious and well appointed. The staff was very friendly. Highly recommended!

Room needed sprucing up, i.e., broken furniture taken out, door to room planed down so it didn't need to be tackled to get it to close, Brass/metal frame bed missing pieces in headboard and footboard, the mirror in bathroom over sink was so old/"corroded" that it unusable. This is quite a place (in a positive sense), and it appeared our room was below what the others looked like, but the room(s) need to be worked over to come up to the level of the staff and the kitchen. Pete was a huge help in tracking down several wineries in the local area that are first rate!! Kirk Underwood

Our stay at the Imperial Hotel was absolutely lovely. The hotel honors the flavor of its time while offering up-to-date facilities and services, including free wi-fi throughout. Our room was quiet and charming. The included breakfasts were delicious and the dinner we had in the restaurant was first rate. Everyone was warm and welcoming. We enjoyed our weekend to the max and plan to return at the next opportunity.

Great place and value! Food, wine list and recommendations were fantastic!!

This is a friendly, unique hotel in the Mother Lode near the great wine regions of Amador and El Dorado counties. The mid-week special can't be beat; very nice dinner. This was our third stay here and we will look forward to staying there in the future.

Although the rooms in the main hotel building were charming (our friends stayed in one), our own room in the nearby building referred to as "the suites" or "the cottage" was definitely sub-par for this amount of money. One of the room's three windows didn't function properly, the screen in the screen door was busted out, the patio sitting area in the garden was full of weeds and the patio furniture was dirty. For nearly $200 a night (with taxes), I expect more.

The breakfast and dinner food were splendid. The staff is so warm, professional and accomodating.

We had a fabulous stay! We are a family of five, so we took two adjoining rooms and it worked perfectly. Breakfast comes with the room rate, and it was wonderful. They even modified the breakfast to accomodate my children. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We would recommend this hotel!

The room was very nice and included special amenities such as Trader Joe shower gel, shampoo, lotion etc. The staff were excellent and as a matter of fact we felt as it we were part of the family. They invited us to use the bar after hours if we wanted and just note for billing. For the price the food could have been a little better (my steak was tough) but we were very impressed with breakfast. The only complaint was that the bed was sagging a little in the center so not so comfy.

It was a very pleasant stay at the Imperial Hotel. The staff was very kind, generous and helpful. There was nothing to fault the rooms as they were both comfortable and clean. The decor of the hotel was wonderful and fit in well with the history represented by the hotel. The bartender, who also checked us in, was amiable, hospitable and generous. All in all, the Imperial Hotel is a stop I would recommend to anyone.

Great place to stay with a fabulous restaurant. Convenient to the gold country and wine tasting.

Haven't been back for a few years scince it changed ownership. Happy to see not Much has changed, so need to come back soon. Has always been one of my favorites.........

The cottage suite (room 7) was so comfortable and beautiful. The room was quiet at night and the bed was super comfortable. The tub for two was so relaxing. It was also nice having the opporunity to walk to breakfast in the morning. Breakfast was served promptly and was really good, you could tell the egss were farm fresh. Will definately stay here again.

Thoughful service. Allowed us the run of the place and forgave us our trespasses! Expected the evening meal to have a bit more of a "Wow" factor both in flavor and presentation, but it was good and enjoyable. Breakfast was really good.

Here is a Bed and Breakfast I can embrace. No forced eating or socializing with other guests or the owners. Rm. No. 9 is a block away, up the hill in the back of a cottage. Perfect. Great restaurant, considering where it is. Clean efficient rooms. Close to wineries, small mining towns, hiking etc. One small problem is the lack of any instructions on how to work the heater, TV or DVD player that are unique to the room. I wanted to adjust the heat and also play a cd on the dvd player and it took me a half hour of trying different set-up combinations. There should be a simple laminated typed sheet of instructions in each room. Also the pens were dry. No big deal but it did distract and for the price should not be.

This reminded us of what Ma and Pa Ingalls probably stayed in when they went to the Big City. A restaurant and Saloon downstairs, bedrooms upstairs. It had a lot of old world charm, the room was beautifully appointed, the bed was THE MOST COMFORTABLE BED I HAVE EVER SLEPT IN!! I actually stripped the bed to find the brand and the sheets were cozy too. The homemade granola was delish, as were the french toast and sausage. Love that they use TJ's shampoos and not the little travel ones. We will be back!

My husband & I just returned from an overnight stay at the Imperial Hotel in Amador City. It is right in the middle of Amador Wine country and very accessible to both wineries and antique stores.The hotel staff were all very pleasant and accommodating and went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. The hotel itself is very historic and charming. The room was furnished with beautiful antiques and full of original woodwork and fixtures. Bed was comfy. No TV, which I thought of as a nice surprise!! Full hot breakfast was included and we ate in their lovely dining room for dinner. All in all a very nice stay.

We had a wonderful stay on New Year's Day at the Imperial in Room 7, with good friends in the adjacent room 8. Service in the restaurant was excellent and the accomodations were quaint and beautiful...it was like taking a step back in time but still having the comforts and convenience of today. Small touches around our room were a clear sign of the thoughtfulness and caring nature of the staff at the Imperial. We made great memories there that will last a lifetime.

A terrific B&B with a great staff and hosts. The accommodations were wonderful and took us back to the heyday of the hotel. The food was terrific and just hanging out in the bar with snacks and drinks with friends was a great experience. Highly recommended. We will visit again, soon!

everything was better than we expected, the food and just the hotel it self.

We were pleasantly surprised with the Imperial Hotel. Staff were all warm, friendly and anxious to serve. We would highly recommend it to anyone and would surely stay here again.

Our stay was very nice, the room was very clean and pretty. The only complaint I would have is the cleaning people knocked on our door one hour before check out. It would be nice not to feel like we needed to leave before check out time.

My husband's family all gathered for Thanksgiving in Amador City this year. We rented 4 of the lovely and oh so comfortable rooms at the Hotel.Maryann was a delightful hostess, the meals were fabulous and the rooms were restful and restorative.The morning coffee was always on the sideboard in the hall when I opened my door each morning. We so loved sitting on the cedar bow draped porch with a cup of joe and each other. it was a great start to a 9 day vacation for us!!!

We were there for Thanksgiving and enjoyed a superb meal in their restaurant and cozy accommodations. Our room had french doors leading out to covered balcony overlooking the charming Gold Rush town where you can sit and drink your morning coffee. Excellent breakfast in charming dining room. Reasonably priced wine list with great selection of local wines.

Had a wonderful stay at the Imperial Hotel. Rooms were very clean and cozy. Dinner was wonderful and the service was excellent !!! Can't wait to go again.

We came for a long weekend and had a fabulous time. The power was out when we arrived, but they managed to serve us a wonderful dinner and we had fun anyway. The rooms are lovely, the restaurant is wonderful and breakfast was delicious each day! Definitely will return!

Just needed a place to stay overnight. I thought it was very expensive, but had a nice room.

We definitely enjoyed our stay at the Imperial. A building with great character, the location was perfect - in the middle of the Shenendoah Valley and Gold Rush country near lots of activities, Sutter Creek and lots of wineries. Awesome restaurant and cool bar. Great price also. We highly recommend it!

I brought my husband here for his birthday to stay in a nice small town in a historic hotel and go wine tasting. This was our first visit to the area and we loved it! The hotel was great, easy to get to, beautiful and very historic. We stayed in Rm 1 and had a balcony view of the small downtown area. The staff were all wonderful and each of them had wonderful things to say about the owner, Mary Ann, who was also great!

Very nicely renovated old hotel. Room has new beds, mattress and decorating. Bathroom was quite good, ample supply of water (hot & cold) and everything worked well. Very comfortable. Breakfast was good, and came with room. A gem if you are into old, funky hotels: this one is much cleaner and cozier then you might think.

The Imperial Hotel is a 'Diamond-in the-Rough" find! Don't miss it if you're staying in the foothills and wine tasting! The town is small, quaint and rustic but between the Imperial Hotel and Andrae's Bakery, you'll be glad you stayed a night or two. We'll be back....for sure! -Don & Barb -Michigan

The Imperial Hotel is well located for those who want to tour the Mother Lode area and Almador's Wine Country. The hotel is comfortable and maintained in an old west motif. The staff is very friendly and helpful.The food was excellent. Our room had access to the balcony. That made our weekend unique compared to other bed & breakfast inns where we have stayed. The Imperial Hotel is a great place for the Western History bluff to stay. It is also a great place to get away from televisions and computers. However, I did bring my iphone because there are no phones in the rooms. To those who want to stay at the Imperial, realize that when you inter Almador City you need to be prepared to take a step back in time.

My husband and I love the rooms in the main hotel particularly the two in the front with the balcony overlooking the street. We loved our stay even when it was pouring down rain; the creek sound was magnificent. All the help was courteous and the breakfast and dinner were delicious. This is our first choice for Gold Country.

Breakfast was very good. We loved the bar area, the dinner was ok in the main dining room. We loved our room that had a balcony.

We stayed at the Imperial Hotel after attending an evening wedding in Plymouth. The room was comfortable and pretty quiet. The innkeeper was engaging and friendly. The upstairs balcony was delightful when we met old friends there as well as new ones. And lastly, the breakfast was really good too. Considering the age of the building, it was very well maintained.

Step back in time by staying at The Imperial Hotel. We have always enjoyed stopping at the hotel for brunch or a refreshing cocktail but had never stayed overnight. We stayed in the room that opened up to the upstairs balcony. Our room was clean, large, and very comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly. What more could one ask for? Stay here, you will not be disappointed.

We would go back in a heart beat. What a lovely hotel! The balcony was superb. The parking was a plus! The staff was tops! The breakfast was delicious, beyond compare. We will look forward to our return!

Room was lovely in a charming quaint resort. Staff was friendly and very attentave. Food was wonderful with a great list of local wines offered at reasonable. This stop was one of a longer trip and we have already recommended the Inn to several people and we haven't even left for home yet

Room 7 is offsite in a quiet location. Nice classic room taken from1/3 of a somewhat historic home. Huge bath. Large sitting area. Nice view from the shared front porch. Great in many ways. Worst is the old mattress. Sags so much in the middle that you can barely sleep. Both of us had backaches for days. High recommendation IF they replace the mattress! Great people and service. Breakfast included and was good quality.

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We always appreciate feedback -- both good and bad -- from our guests, and this review again showed us the value of that feedback. I was puzzled by the comment about the "old" mattress since the mattress in this room is barely two years old. However when we inspected the bed after reading this review, we discovered that the center support of the bed frame had become seriously twisted (looked like an elephant had jumped on it), causing the middle of the bed to sag when any weight was put on it. We replaced the bed frame -- problem solved!

- Mary Ann McCamant (innkeeper)

Great gold country experience. My wife and I loved it. The staff, the food and the room were all top knotch. And don't forget the excellent coffee, spot on!

We so enjoyed the stay. Everyone was welcoming. Had a great time with the bartender-thanks for the wine tastings. We were not aware of the wine industry in the area.

Highly recommend the disconnect package. Dinner was divine. The morning coffee placed in the vestibule at the cottages was a glorious welcome to the day. There was so much character and History, it was a pleasure to share this experience with the family.

The restaurant was pretty good, with a beautiful outdoor patio in back. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony, viewing the peaceful town. The bed, however, wasn't that comfortable.

We've stayed here several times, always a great time. Close to wineries and Gold County attractions. The restaurant is amazing, Eric the chef is always coming up with new ideas. We would recommend it to anyone.

Everything, including the food was very nice. The weather reached 100 degrees during my stay, however, my room stayed cool because of the excellent air conditioning in the hotel The only drawback was the 23 stairs up to the rooms.

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Imperial Hotel. We stayed in one of the rooms which was not inside the hotel - one of three that were in a separate house about 100 yards away. The rooms were charming with careful attention to detail. We had the option because of our location of having a continental breakfast delivered to us or going to the hotel for breakfast. In either case, coffee was waiting in a wicker basket for us when we awoke each morning. We had dinner at the hotel two nights -- it was delicious and service was great. They do not serve dinner on Monday Nights - try the prix fixe menu at Taste in Plymouth on Monday -- one of the best meals we have had.

We sat on the patio for a lovely dinner and had a nice hot breakfast the next morning. Charming place.

Staff was very friendly and helpful in answering questions about the local area. The room (#2) was just as described and we enjoyed being on the balcony overlooking the town in the morning. The location is perfect for exploring the wine country and close to the shops in Sutter Creek.

This was our first time at a B&B. We enjoyed the coziness of the establishment, but overall not worth the price. When someone from another room flushed the toilet or turned the water on it sounded like the pipes were going to bust through the walls. There were ants in the bathroom and the bed was very uncomfortable. The decorations were a combination of antique, 70's throw back and IKEA furniture. The food was good and we were there the night a comedy show was there, that made for some fun entertainment. The town is very very small and does not unroll the sidewalk until noon on Sunday, so plan on driving around the area.

We had the air conditioner go out on us on the hottest day of the year! The room was quaint, but needed a better cleaning,as crumbs were in the navy lounge chair! Breakfast was not good,it was pancakes that were made hours earlier and tough and the sausage was the same...tough. We had dinner in the dining room, and we also did not like the food.

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The 4th of July weekend this year did present us with one of those "innkeeper's nightmare scenarios": the hottest weather of the year to date and the air conditioner serving several of our rooms broke down. We did manage to find someone to repair it on Sunday morning, but in the meantime some of our guests had a less than comfortable stay. We did find alternate accommodations for this guest for the second night of their stay and gave them compensation for their discomfort the first night, for which they later expressed much appreciation. Our guests normally give very positive (even enthusiastic) reviews for our breakfasts, so the fact that this guest and one other recently were not satisfied will cause us to pay particular attention to the consistency of breakfast in the future.

- Mary Ann McCamant (innkeeper)

This off the beaten path place brings back some history. Siting on the balcony in the evening was a delight as one could envision the old gold rush days and that was reinforced by an early morning walk up the valley past an old gold mine.

I was happy with my stay, the staff was great, drinks and appetizers were good, but breakfast left a little to be desired. All in all I would return.

The Imperial Hotel is a gem in laid back Amador. The staff is approachable and very helpful. The food is great. The bar is lively. We felt very welcome and will be returning.

Your bed and breakfast is a jewel in a beautiful part of the country. Sharing your Inn with friends, good food, great entertainment, and lovely accomdations helped us to experience the Amamdor Valley.

A great old B&B in tiny Amador City. Funky charm. No TV, the old wood floor creaks and groans. The food is exceptional, and the staff are warm and accommodating. Our favorite haunt when we visit Gold Country wineries.

Enjoyed staying in Amador City, had nice view of Main St (the only street), food at the Imperial was excellent, loved the history of the town and hotel, bed a bit uncomfortable, but that is our only complaint.

Hubby 50th BD. Wine tasting in the local area and a perfect place to relax when done. Staff was awesome, very accomodating. Let us store our wine purchases in their celler till we left. Quiet town, great quilt shop...Hotel is old with a great bar and creeky floors, old world charm. No sneeking around here! Use bug protection, I was a pin cushion. Would go again and again. Perfect...

We stayed at the one of the suites up hill from the main hotel. It was very quiet and relaxing with a lovely porch area where we sat and enjoyed a glass of wine. It was an easy walk from there to the hotel for our dinner and complimentary breakfast. Dinner was great, but we were a little disappointed with a limited hot breakfast menu. We would stay here again.

I was extremely happy with the friendliness of all of the staff at the hotel. They made sure our stay was special in every way from the bar to the dining staff during the two meals we had. The presentation of the plates in the dining room were outstanding...the chef and wait staff make it a dining experience. We shall return.

We stayed two nights at the Imperial Hotel and liked it very much. The rooms very nice and clean and our room opened up to a veranda with a beautiful view of the street. The town and the hotel was very quiet and nothing was going on in the evening, in fact we were all alone at the hotel one night, but the quietness suited us just fine. Our 3 year old daughter was with us and we felt that she was very welcome (many other older bed and breakfasts are not that keen on small children). We dined in the restaurant one evening and found that the food was excellent and served in very charming rooms. We found the stay to be very romantic even though travelling with a small child. Can recommed it to everyone except people looking for a party scene.

This place was such a surprise. The food was great! The amenities were top notch. I liked the antique feel. The owner has obviously worked hard to provide a really nice experience. The open bar in the evening was enough to clench it for me. We are going to visit some other places in the area on future trips, but we will be back.

We were pleased to get a room just for one night on Memorial Day Weekend. We weren't sure what we would end up with, but were very pleased with the Imperial Hotel and our room. The towns of Amador City and Sutter Creek were charming and the dinner and breakfast at the Imperial Hotel were very good.

We had an enjoyable stay at the Imperial. The staff was exceptional and that made up for a few of the little imperfections in the hotel. It is an old hotel, and given that we were prepared to overlook some things, but the hotel could use some attention to. Breakfast was served each morning and was fairly decent. We chose to dine one evening and while the service was excellenent, the food was only "so-so" and extremely over-priced for what we received. Again, though the staff more than made up for the few imperfections and our over-all stay was enjoyable. By the way--the hotel IS haunted!!

We took a suite that was in a remodeled house up the street. It was very private and comfortable, with a huge and fun tub. The staff down at the hotel were hard-working and friendly, and the overall ambiance was outstanding. Love this place.

My girlfriend and I were very pleased with our stay. The room was small, but clean and nice, and our dinner was outstanding.

We loved our stay at the Imperial Hotel. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable. Dinner in the hotel was fabulous. We will definitely go back!

Stayed for one night (Wednesday) in May and had a super time. The hostess was very warm and welcoming. We stayed in room 1 which has a wonderful balcony overlooking the town. The bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed drinks, complimentary hors de' oeuvres and live entertainment on the patio during Wednesday's happy hour. My only concern was with the amount of mosquitos on the patio (the standing water in still fountains and pots, etc. could have been drained to discourage them), but this was a very minor annoyance. Many friendly local residents were at the hotel's bar for happy hour and we thoroughly enjoyed visiting with them. We had dinner in the restaurant that night and both of our dinners and the wine were excellent. We were served a complimentary hot breakfast Thursday morning which was delicious. The shopping in town on Thursday was fun, too, and the shopkeepers were so friendly. We would absolutely stay there again and would highly recommend it to others!

My husband and I and our good friends have an annual trip to Amador Co. and stay in The Imperial Hotel. We have always enjoyed our stay, however, this stay we felt that the service was not up to par. When we arrived we did not get a warm welcome or welcome back, which would have been nice being repeat guest. The dinner service was excellent and the food was fine. However, the breakfast needs some improvement. We will return again next year, because for the most part, it is an enjoyable stay.

Anchoring a small town, the Imperial takes you back 130 years. The traffic is light, beds are comfortable, dining is some of the best around, and service is outstanding. It IS an old hotel: the floors creak, windows don't always work, no TV in the rooms, keys are balky, furniture is older—all part of its charm and what transports one back in time. The price is right.

This was very clean and cute, I would stay here again in a heartbeat.

I love the Imperial. It is clean, friendly, and in a lovely town near great wine country. Great visit.

Located in historic landmark...convenient to wineries & picturesque walks...great breakfast and dinner house, too. The value of the accomodations & service can't be beat.

We had a wonderful time - and would definitely stay there again!

The Imperial offers pretty basic accommodations, but the bed was comfortable and the hotel was quiet and clean. The hotel would benefit from upgrading the furnishings and decor in the rooms. The restaurant offers wonderful food and attentive service. We enjoyed our stay.

wonderful dinner and breakfasts, great room (number 7-the honeymoon suite) really appreciated the time we had to relax in Amador City!

It was great place to stay in the Gold County. Along with some shopping in Amador City and Jackson, we attended the Amador Vitner's Behind the Cellar Door Event. The stay at the Imperial Hotel was a extra nice add on. The Historic nature of the Hotel made the, well lets say, historic. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a nice quiet place to get away.

We were met with a very friendly reception. The room was like the picture so no false advertisment. Old but very nice and clean. My only complaint is the bed not so comfy. We had dinner in the Hotel and it was very good and well prepared. Nice presentation. Breakfast as well was wonderful we came down an hour before we had told them we were and they kindly fed us early. I enjoyed my stay.

We stayed in the wedding suite. It was so cozy! We both slept so well there. And having coffee delivered to us in the mornings was so nice! We will definitely stay there again.

We stayed in the cottage off the property and had a lovely time. The room was clean and organized, although the bed was a bit squeeky. We also had dinner in the restaurant and it was okay. It was not bad by any means but it seemed a bit over priced. We are total foodies so we can be a bit picky when going out and expect a lot for a $20 a plate meal, we need to be wowed and we weren't but it was still tasty. The dessert on the other hand was absolutely fantastic! The continental breakfast that was brought to our room was perfect, the coffee cake was wonderful and the granola was delicious. We will stay here again for sure.

Lovely redone hotel in a quiet tiny town. Thoughtful of staff to put out coffee, sugar and cream in the morning. We sat on the balcony overlooking downtown Amador City (one whole block!), getting our caffeine fix. Then we headed down to the dining area for cheese blintzes with tangy berries, sausages and spinach quiche. The rooms aren't cheap but the food's fantastic.

The hotel's restaurant is superior...good wine list. Our room was simple but cozy, and very indicative of the period of the hotel. The only noticeable improvement would be the lobby and bar area...a bit shabby. Overall a wonderful stay with courteous and helpful staff.

We really liked staying in Amador because it was quiet, intimate and close enough to Sutter Creek to take advantage of the night life and Giants game! Imperial hotel was just the ticket for a two night stay when we could really relax!

Great place to stay! Very cozy rooms in the hotel, especially if you are with some extra couples. We had a very fun adult weekend with two other couples. All the rooms in the hotel are close and cozy. The staff treated us like family! Very quaint place, but if you are looking for modern, then this is not for you. It is a very old and beautiful historical place - whimsical and unique. So, if you are into rustic charm, then do pay a visit. I am very happy that they decided to preserve the romantic history there. Wonderful dining, you MUST experience! The night servers and bartender (bless their hearts!) are so friendly and accomodating. We will definately be returning! Thank you Imperial Hotel!!

The room we saw on the internet and thought we booked was not the room we stayed in. That was somewhat disappointing. Also didn't know we would be in a separate location. It was nice, though, having a large room and it was very quiet.

One night in a new area for us and we chose the Imperial Hotel. Loved the back patio and the front balcony as quiet and relaxing places to spend some time. Our dinner was outstanding as was our breakfast the next morning. Charming, Quiet and comfortable...We would definitely stay again.

Although our stay at the Imperial Hotel was brief (one night), it was very enjoyable. We booked 5 of the 9 rooms & were unanimous in saying they met our every need & made it a memorable stopover. Reservations & check-in were flawless. The decor of each room was charming - incredibly posh linens. Our dining experience (both dinner & breakfast) were wonderful. The owner & staff made us feel very welcome in their establishment. Would love to return again.

What a wonderful experience! The rooms are beautiful and I was delighted with the special touches: extra nice toiletry items, heated towel bars, coffee carafe and mugs waiting in the hallway in the morning. Our group rented 5 of the rooms one night and literally had the entire floor to ourselves. The food was excellent and the menu extensive. The private patio in the back is lovely. The innkeepers and staff are so friendly and welcoming.

I was thrilled to pull into the parking lot for the Imperial Hotel. Tucked away in the corner of Hwy 49, it had the perfect "get away from everything" feeling I was hoping for. The Hostess, Mary Ann was incredibly welcoming and certainly made it feel just like home very quickly. I was most impressed with breakfast the next morning- it was so filling and tasty and the coffee was delicious. Sitting outside under the trees, taking all the time I needed to wake up for my day, I felt fully rested when I went out to explore Amador and Jackson that afternoon. I will definitely consider returning to the Imperial Hotel on my next visit to Amador.

Nice, quiet setting. The room was OK but not very clean. The bed was too soft which was hard on the back. No way to control air conditioner which was bad for my sinuses. The dinner was very good (tasted fresh), but we waited at our table for a bit over an hour before the food was served. The ambience was great and definitely enjoyed breakfast out in the patio. patio/garden area could use some gardening. A hotel with great potential but could use some spiffing up.

The Imperial Hotel in Amador City often gets missed by folks whizzing by on the new Hwy 49 bypass, but for those wanting a quiet getaway in a historic Gold Country town it's a great option. We prefer to stay in the largest of the three 1930's Cottage suites, which takes up almost half the entire building and includes a jacuzzi tub for two. Being in the cottage means a short walk down to the Imperial for breakfast, but it also means a quieter stay and more privacy. These are also the most expensive rooms, so be sure to do your homework before making a reservation. But the view off the porch of the surrounding countryside can't be beat and is one of the best ways to instantly shed the stress of modern city life. We're also big fans of local wineries, which are among the best kept secrets in the state. It's all a mere 2 1/2 hour drive from the Bay Area and once you've stayed there you understand why so many people can't stop coming back.

What we liked was: The food both breakfast and dinner. The peaceful patio garden both in the morning and evening. The shower head. The water pressure and temperature was outstanding. The casual walk from room to hotel for meals. The staff. Close proximity to wine country. What not to expect:A large room with a big marble bathroom. The place was built over a hundred years ago. A large wine list. Somewhat surprising being in excellent wine country. A great view from the room. (not really needed because of the patio)

We stayed in the Honeymoon Suite and I must say, for the price we paid we should have had coffee in our room. I think it is the least the hotel could do since the room is not a part of the main hotel. Its not like we could walk down stairs to get a cup. We were blocks away. The drinking glasses that were provided for our use were filthy. The sink basin was not attached to the pedestal and is dangerous if you were to lean on it while brushing your teeth. The wall above the sink was splattered with toothpaste. The bed was lopsided and broken down. You can't compensate a badly broken down mattress with a feather top. We woke up stiff and sore and then annoyed to not have coffee!!! For the price 200+ a night our room should have been better.

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We appreciate feedback from guests and attempt to resolve problems promptly so that guests leave more than satisfied with their stay at our hotel. Unfortunately, these guests brought none of their concerns to us directly during or after their stay, so we could not immediately address them. The welcome letter we give to our guests at check-in explains that there will be freshly brewed coffee outside their rooms early in the morning. (Our guests often comment on how good our coffee is and ask where we buy it.) These guests had indicated that they did not want breakfast, and they left before the coffee arrived outside their door. We usually can provide earlier service to those who have to leave before our normal breakfast hours if it is requested ahead of time, but in this case it was not. We have been replacing our older mattresses, and though there have been no prior complaints about the mattress in this room, we have replaced this one sooner rather than later in light of the comment from these guests. The antique sink in the room is a bit loose but will not fall off or pose a danger under normal use. The “toothpaste splatters” on the wall behind the sink are spots where the blue wall paint has been rubbed off the textured wall -- a maintenance item, but not a hygiene issue. Our hard water can cause water spots on glassware (which usually get polished off, but apparently were not in this case) -- again, a cosmetic not a hygiene issue. We receive many enthusiastic reviews from guests about our hotel, and regret that we were not given an opportunity to make these guests comfortable with their decision to stay with us.

- Mary Ann McCamant (innkeeper)