Welcome to the Holbrooke Hotel: where modern luxuries blend seamlessly with a historically unique, rustic-yet-refined, one-of-a-kind property. Set in the heart of our bustling town with easy access to restaurants, tasting rooms, shops and historical sights, our meticulously renovated California Historical Landmark offers a true break from the ordinary and an unforgettable stay.
So dust off your boots and sit a spell. After serving the community for over 150 years, the Holbrooke Hotel is back in business and ready to spend some time with you. But for those looking to further unlock the magic of the Sierra Foothills, we offer some specially priced packages that will enrich your Grass Valley experience!
So dust off your boots and sit a spell. After serving the community for over 150 years, the Holbrooke Hotel is back in business and ready to spend some time with you. But for those looking to further unlock the magic of the Sierra Foothills, we offer some specially priced packages that will enrich your Grass Valley experience!
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But for those looking to further unlock the magic of the Sierra Foothills, we offer some specially priced packages that will enrich your Grass Valley experience! Come relax and enjoy the scenery at the Holbrooke by booking a "Leaf Peepers" room package, which includes: Two seasonal cocktails inspired by all things autumnal and a map to guide you on your walking tour of the picturesque fall foliage.
There is no better place to view historic Grass Valley than from the expansive balcony of a Holbrooke King Suite. These grand chambers play one-of-a-kind antiques against modern furnishings to surround you in the past while treating you to contemporary comforts. A spacious living area with soaring ceilings and curated art on the walls provides room for entertainment and relaxation.
Feel truly pampered with the spaciousness and style Holbrooke King rooms provide-elegantly appointed with a blend of new and old. Sweet dreams are dreamt in lavish king-size beds with crisp cotton linens. Local artisan-made amenities leave you feeling refreshed and renewed in the en suite bathroom, complete with original clawfoot tubs.
Inspired relaxation and comfort in a space to call your own.artfully appointed with a stylish hybrid of antique and modern furnishings. Queen beds are topped with crisp cotton linens. A classic tiled bathroom features a beautifully refinished antique clawfoot tub with shower for a historic bathing experience, complete with much-deserved locally made artisan amenities.
Purcell King Rooms are the ultimate place to relax between local adventures. Sumptuous king beds adorned with crisp cotton sheets await. The honor bar and bathroom with original clawfoot tub or gorgeous tiled shower will further delay your local excursions. Two of our King Rooms can also be rented in conjunction with adjoining Double Full Rooms for larger groups.
Reviews (22)
Laura Brisson
Jan 03, 2022
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The hotel is beautiful, but the staff is truly what makes the Holbrooke 5-stars.
We are staying for a week, and a few days in a big snow storm hit Grass Valley and we’re going on day two of no power in the town. In spite of this, their staff has gone above and beyond to make everyone comfortable and safe. Those of us still here have been provided with coffee and tea, shovels to dig our cars out, games to play, and meals with what was available in the kitchen. They are truly rockstars and we can’t recommend staying here enough.
When there is power, the Golden Gate Saloon has fabulous food
We are staying for a week, and a few days in a big snow storm hit Grass Valley and we’re going on day two of no power in the town. In spite of this, their staff has gone above and beyond to make everyone comfortable and safe. Those of us still here have been provided with coffee and tea, shovels to dig our cars out, games to play, and meals with what was available in the kitchen. They are truly rockstars and we can’t recommend staying here enough.
When there is power, the Golden Gate Saloon has fabulous food
Del J.
Dec 01, 2021
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Only due to the fact that I live in Southern California tonight's was the third time I was able to enjoy the food and libations a at Golden Gate Saloon. The Birria was fantastic and our server Natasha was not only helpful, but would show up when we had questions and let us be if it appeared we were good. My old fashioned and after dinner martini was wonderful. Our bartender, Kelley was very busy due to a concert a block away, but you wouldn't know it as she was attentive and made us feel that we were the only ones in the place. If you are ever in Grass Valley, the Golden Gate Saloon is
Diane Vennema
Nov 05, 2021
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We stayed in the "Carriage House," an annex of the main hotel which has less expensive rooms ("less expensive" being $325, and this is Grass Valley, not Paris). The room was very small but clean and newly remodeled, with period decorative features and a very comfortable bed, but it had virtually none of the conveniences you expect from a nice hotel--or any hotel for that matter. There was no place to put our clothes so we couldn't unpack--no closet, no drawers, no shelves, just a single luggage rack. There were no convenient places to plug in our devices. And though the hotel has a bar and restaurant
MaryAnn W.
Nov 01, 2021
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I have had lunch here a few months ago and it was just okay. But I thought I would give them another try, this time for dinner.
The service was very good - out waiter knowledgeable about the menu and wine pairing. However, the food was mediocre. I think $30 for chicken and rice is steep, the waiter talked about the special seasoning and slow cooking and made it sound worth it. There is no price I would find fair for dry chicken and tasteless rice. I won't bother to detail the other meals ordered by our group of 4.
While the ambiance is nice, I would recommend only going there for
The service was very good - out waiter knowledgeable about the menu and wine pairing. However, the food was mediocre. I think $30 for chicken and rice is steep, the waiter talked about the special seasoning and slow cooking and made it sound worth it. There is no price I would find fair for dry chicken and tasteless rice. I won't bother to detail the other meals ordered by our group of 4.
While the ambiance is nice, I would recommend only going there for
Emily Spaulding
Oct 27, 2021
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Kathryn Jensen Thestudette
Oct 27, 2021
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Andrea Bryson
Oct 01, 2021
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The renovation was spectacular! The service, impeccable and attention to detail was beyond my husband and my belief! We spent 3 nights there & felt like family members! So very gracious & the comfort was beyond belief. I wanted to stay in that bed all day, so, so comfortable…..like a pillow dream!
Cocktails in the iconic speak easy were done to perfection! Don’t miss this town & hotel, it will enhance what Grass Valley is known for!
Cocktails in the iconic speak easy were done to perfection! Don’t miss this town & hotel, it will enhance what Grass Valley is known for!
T. Noth
Sep 29, 2021
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Michelle D.
Aug 15, 2021
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Zac W.
Aug 08, 2021
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I'm not sure what happened but the all-around quality has gone down. Service staff is really nice but seem very new. Food quality and menu are nowhere near as good as they used to be. Atmosphere is still nice but it seems like this place made a grand entrance and couldn't keep it up. I really want to know what happened!
Sammy Jo
Aug 04, 2021
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Jake Metz
Aug 03, 2021
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We booked the king suite for our wedding stay and hosted our wedding weekend events (a pre-wedding meet and greet and a post-wedding farewell brunch). The staff was absolutely amazing! The king suite is stunning. It was the perfect venue for my wife and the ladies in our wedding to get ready. The photos are incredible!
We hosted a meet and greet at the Iron Door and it couldn't have been better. The food we had passed around was fabulous (especially the sliders). The bartender was on top of everything and took such wonderful care of our guests.
The day after our wedding we hosted a farewell brunch
We hosted a meet and greet at the Iron Door and it couldn't have been better. The food we had passed around was fabulous (especially the sliders). The bartender was on top of everything and took such wonderful care of our guests.
The day after our wedding we hosted a farewell brunch
Jennette Galaz
Jul 30, 2021
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First time visiting in since they reopened. Had lunch with a girlfriend, Gigi was our server. She was absolutely amazing and the food was delicious. She was able to get us a tour with Tara of some of the rooms. The are beautiful!! They have done a wonderful job bringing life back to the Holbrook. I highly recommend as a local hangout.
D. R.
Jul 03, 2021
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When they're not yelling back drink order confirmations to customers as they're walking away from them, the bar staff are too busy bantering with each other. Sure, things can get busy, but I guess zero acknowledgement of me for five minutes after sitting down despite the bar being more empty than full. No biggie, as I was just mooching their air conditioning anyhow, but this place feels more like a roadhouse than a hotel bar. Which might be fine if everything weren't 20% more than across the street at Pour House, and half as good. At least their AC was pretty cold; will be back for
Chris M.
Jul 02, 2021
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Sad to let my five star review recede... But tonight was utterly disappointing in just about every possible way, on my partners birthday of all days I chose to take her out to dinner at a place I had a great experience at recently, and looked forward to seeing what else they had going on!
Unfortunately they were gravely understaffed especially considering the fact that it was the Thursday night market in downtown GV, and the service was ridiculously slow and chaotic, the wait-staff were overloaded and confused, it was a mess... I don't know what was going on in the kitchen either, my tri
Unfortunately they were gravely understaffed especially considering the fact that it was the Thursday night market in downtown GV, and the service was ridiculously slow and chaotic, the wait-staff were overloaded and confused, it was a mess... I don't know what was going on in the kitchen either, my tri
Jarratt M.
Jun 20, 2021
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We've lived here for 7 years and have eagerly watched the Holbrook and National being renovated beautifully down to the smallest detail. It's honestly a blessing to this town to have these historic buildings restored beyond their original appeal. We've had brunch twice at the renovated Holbrook, and as much as I want to believe they have broken above the low bar set by some restaurants that cater to tourists, the experience has been disappointing both times.
I'm sad to say we won't be back soon. It's such a shame to see this establishment get 99% there and then drop
I'm sad to say we won't be back soon. It's such a shame to see this establishment get 99% there and then drop
Peter B.
Jun 05, 2021
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Our experience at the Golden Gate Saloon in the Holbrooke Hotel was beyond disappointing. It would be difficult to imagine a worse meal or more poorly run operation. We were seated for 20 minutes before our table got any attention, and then only drink orders. After another lengthy period we begged a waitress to take our orders. Food finally arrived at our table more than an hour after we were seated.
And I use the term "food" loosely. None of the four of us enjoyed our diverse entrees. I ordered Cast Iron Baked Tamale Pie ($24) which was supposed to contain smoked pork shoulder
And I use the term "food" loosely. None of the four of us enjoyed our diverse entrees. I ordered Cast Iron Baked Tamale Pie ($24) which was supposed to contain smoked pork shoulder
David B.
Jun 01, 2021
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We walked into the newly renovated Holbrook Hotel. Absolutely beautiful bar, lobby and dining rooms. We immediately decided to have our first dinner out in Grass Valley in over a year. We chose to sit in a large shaded patio. Socially distanced and all the staff were masked , including the kitchen help. Live music over cocktails and dinner ..., just a perfect evening!
The pork tostada was excellent!
The pork tostada was excellent!
Celine Ord
May 18, 2021
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Incredible experience. The hotel is beautiful, the staff is even better. We traveled with our 4yo daughter and I had her on my lap at the lobby bar, not knowing it is 21yo and older only. The staff was incredibly skilled and kind in re-directing me to another table, bringing additional chairs. I could definitely see how they could've just kicked us out of the bar. We were so impressed by the hospitality. The rooms are incredible and I loved the fridge, hot water kettle, and radio. They had the radio set on a fantastic station and I indulged in a morning hangout session in bed, listening to the
Cole T.
Apr 03, 2021
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This bar/restaurant is like a beautiful person who is completely devoid of personality and substance. The decor and ambiance is incredible but the actual dining experience was comically bad. The food was bland, except for the Caesar salad, and took 45 minutes to arrive. The bar blew a keg of the beer we ordered and just served us different beers without saying anything. When you take the price into account for all of this I can honestly say that this was one of the worst value dining experiences I can remember. Hopefully they get it figured out because the space is really cool.
Brndi E.
Mar 22, 2021
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First time here was last week with my girls for breakfast. It went great! Service was friendly and food was super fresh and tasty. I got a coffee with baileys and homemade whipped cream, hit the spot sooo good. The weekday breakfast menu seemed a little limited, I got the ricotta toast $12, so I wanted to come back for Sunday brunch.
So I did, with my 2 month old and four year old to meet his six year old cousin and his dad. We didn't have to wait for a table and I ordered the same drink so excited. They brought me an Irish coffee(I can't handle whiskey after having a baby, it's
So I did, with my 2 month old and four year old to meet his six year old cousin and his dad. We didn't have to wait for a table and I ordered the same drink so excited. They brought me an Irish coffee(I can't handle whiskey after having a baby, it's
Celia D.
Feb 09, 2021
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Its always a treat when you experience the unexpected. We came to Grass Valley on a last-minute trip when my birthday surprise to Bora Bora was cancelled. Gonna be honest, while not Bora Bora (what is?!), this restaurant and its home in the Holbrook Hotel in downtown Grass Valley were a charming and DELICIOUS experience! Kudos to the Chef. I highly recommend this place. The mole sauces and house-crafted gnocchi were divine. My partner's sous vide steak with roasted veg was perfectly done. The outdoor dining is first-rate, delightfully cozy even in winter with fire pits and gas heaters
