Outside Inn

2.5 star property

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The Cottage | Terrace/patio
The Cabin | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Reception
Garden
Climbing Suite | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$189
$172 nightly
$189 total
Total with taxes and fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2

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575 E Broad St, Nevada City, CA, 95959-2243
  • Place, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nevada City Firehouse No. 2
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nevada Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

Wildflower Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Autumn Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Outside Inn Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Celestial Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Paddlers Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Climbing Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Track Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Camp Inn Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

River Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

The Historical Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Woodland Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Anglers Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Winter Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

The Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Garden view

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About the neighborhood

Nevada City

When you stay at Outside Inn in Nevada City, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 and Off Broadstreet Theatre. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nevada Theatre and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Miners Foundry Cultural Center.

What's nearby

  • Tahoe National Forest Headquarters - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nevada City Chamber of Commerce - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nevada City Firehouse No. 2 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nevada Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Miners Foundry Cultural Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Colfax Station - 29 min drive
  • Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dakan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪National Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Northridge Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Stonehouse Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Heartwood - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Outside Inn

Hotel in Nevada City with free parking
Outside Inn offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 33-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 15 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 1940
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 33-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Outside Inn Hotel
Outside Inn Nevada City
Outside Inn Hotel Nevada City

Outside Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 204 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had the Grand-pup stay one night and they were SO hospitable. Enjoyed my stay very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in town for class reunion. This hotel is conveniently located just a short beautiful walk from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the relaxed atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

edgardo

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and fantastic atmosphere for family and friends, will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leif

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Palmdale

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet well cared for motel. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie, Salinas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
small worn out rooms that are overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reliable great stay.

Outside inn is always a lovely place to stay. Great location, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Lovely room but electric burners on stove not burn hot and pull out couch for bed was broken so my third party was not comfortable- should have told us before arrival. The rest was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vintage and kitschy with lovely outdoor spaces. Excellent place if you’re bringing your pet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super clean and cute, perfect for a family trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners where amazing and fun to talk to.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The Cabin was perfect, and the owners were lovely. We can't wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Stay

Great throwback hotel in Nevada City
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Xinrui

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Got bug bites the first night staying there.

8/10 Good

Todd

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024