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.
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 hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and rock climbing, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the aera. Visit our Auburn travel guide
13450 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA, 95603
What's nearby
Auburn State Recreation Area
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Gold Country Fairgrounds
4 min drive - 4.7 km
Placer County Visitor Information Center
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Foresthill Bridge
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Ridge Golf Club
7 min drive - 7.9 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, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A vending machine, a computer station, and a front-desk safe
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.
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 Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Golden Key on Nov 1, 2026 start from P6,425, 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
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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
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Nancy
Aug 24, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms some without carpet which we appreciate ! The hotel sits on a busy highway so it was noisy even with doors and windows shut. Outside of hotel could use some maintenance.
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.
Clean rooms cold a/c and great check in service. The property is well maintained. The swimming pool looked well cared for. Whoever runs this place cares about what they do. I appreciate that.