We are proud to be the current caretakers of this historic hotel .. come experience it for yourself. We strive to honor the building’s history and to make it relevant to new generations... This is our passion. -

Owner’s Wendy & Leif

Welcome to the Dutch Flat Hotel

A couple dressed in vintage western clothing standing outside the Dutch Flat Hotel, which has a weathered sign, vintage suitcases, and a sign indicating it was built in 1852.

The Perfect Setting For Your Next Event

Whether it’s a wedding, family reunion, or a corporate retreat; with 9 rooms, 3 private cabins, and a full commercial kitchen, this makes the perfect event location. Just an hour east of Sacramento, and 30 mins west of Tahoe, this is a convenient location for your event.

Authentic Historic Hotel

All furniture is from the period when the hotel was originally operating, We have salvaged as much of the floors, molding, and architectural structure as possible. Fireplace in lobby, full commercial kitchen, patio, and garden areas to enjoy.

A vintage wooden bed with an ornate headboard and footboard, white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and hardwood floors in a bedroom with a window letting in natural light.
A black and white photo of a large, multi-story house with a wrap-around porch and multiple balconies. There are trees with bare branches in front and four children and an adult, all dressed in old-fashioned clothing, standing outside.

Originally Built in 1852

One of the oldest operating hotels in California, The Historic Dutch Flat Hotel served as the main source of accommodations , hospitality, and entertainment in the once booming gold rush town of Dutch Flat.  Home to over 5,000 residents in its heyday, Dutch Flat is now a serene little town about 1.5 miles off I-80 in Placer County.

The perfect homebase for your ski weekend

Looking for a cozy, family-friendly base for your ski getaway? The Dutch Flat Hotel is just 1 mile off I-80, offering easy access to snow parks and ski resorts. Located in the charming, historic Gold Rush town of Dutch Flat, we provide an affordable, pet-friendly option for families and adventurers. Enjoy free breakfast, the convenience of being away from the crowded ski resort traffic, and a quaint mountain-town experience. Whether you're coming from the San Francisco Bay Area, Marin County, Napa, or Sacramento, we're here to make your ski weekend unforgettable!

Children dressed in winter clothing riding in a plastic sled on snow, pulling a rope, outdoors in a winter setting.

Not much has changed in this little town since the hotel was built in 1852 but we promise the beds are a lot more comfortable.

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