Holbrooke Hotel

This is a very unique and beautiful OLD brick hotel in downtown Grass Valley!! First class all the way!Amazing locally sourced food with a very talented CHEF! We will embark! OH, and their Onion Soup was FANTASTIC!!l

I would like to start with the parking. Almost impossible. The lot was full upon arrival (I'm assuming due to the holiday). Parking is shared with the hotel, bar and restaurant. We had to wait quite a bit to park. From the parking we "Guessed" we should walk through the back door through the dining area to the tiny front desk. We were given our key and then went back through the dining room and parking lot to the carriage house. The room was sparsely decorated and cold upon arrival. The bed was super comfy. The sink in the room was a bit strange but the clawfoot tub was cute. Unfortunately when I went to take a shower the next day the tub felt like I was going to fall through (I weigh 100 lbs) Now back to the arrival. We called the front desk to find out how to turn up the heat and had to leave a message. Sometime during the late evening the room heated up (Not sure how this happened we didn't have a thermostat and never heard back from the front desk). It was a bit challenging changing clothes in the cold. The walls are extremely thin. The hotel does offer to give you earplugs and if your light sleeper, I suggest you take them up on this offer or bring your own. The walls are very, very, very thin. You can hear guests conversations throughout the hallway and all the way out the door. Noise from the street is also pretty prevalent. I had read the reviews and anticipated this so I brought headphones that were noise canceling to help me fall asleep and drown out the noise in the hallway.Now to The dinner:We arrived 15 minutes early and were told we could have a seat in the bar to wait for our reservation. We ordered a drink from the bartender (and that's a whole Nother story) and received a very tasty drink. However, the bar top was sticky and dirty. I couldn't touch the bar top without getting syrupy hands. I watched the bartender several times use a cleaning rag to wipe off glasses she was serving drinks in (she had overfilled almost every drink). Luckily about this time we were seated for dinner (I did not finish my drink). To my dismay, we seated in the bar area at a table that was empty when we arrived, (It was directly behind were we were sitting at the bar) and I'm not sure why we had to wait to be seated due to the fact that there was a reserved sign on the table. The bar was loud, noisy and the overcrowded (SRO by this time). I did not enjoy having to sit in the bar for my holiday dinner. Had I known we would be seated in the bar I wouldn't have made the reservation. Perhaps in the future this can be noted ahead of time so request can be made for the dining room or canceled.Our dinner consisted of a four course meal. We started with the super green salad, which was delicious. It was dressed with a creamy green goddess dressing salad consisted of sliced beets, greens and croutons. Perfect. Next onto the risotto also delicious however, I was full from the bread and the salad before dinner so I couldn't finish the whole meal. Lastly, we had the chocolate torte. It was topped with a black berry sauce. It was perfect size and delicious. I only had a few bites because I was full. I have absolutely no complaints about the food or service. It was simply amazing.The hotel is located right in the middle of town. You can walk everywhere (which I suggest you do because parking is horrible). If you can find parking at the hotel, keep your car there and walk. Take advantage of the local coffee shops and eateries. We did and were not disappointed.

We ate in the dining room last Friday night. The hostess and server were very friendly and provided good service. They were quite busy and we did not have reservations but they worked us in. My friend is gluten intolerant but they said they had several items that would work for her. She ordered elk and I had oysters Rockefeller and the green goddess salad, both were tasty. The oysters filled me up so I only had a bite of salad and brought the rest home for my husband. Which he ate right away.By Saturday afternoon, my husband was throwing up from food poisoning and my friend was sick from her celiac disease. Both recovered in a few days. So there's something amiss in their kitchen.

Stayed here for our anniversary. The rooms were gorgeous, and no TV because it is old, and yes the floors are not completely soundproof, this is not Vegas. It's historic, the decor of the whole hotel is beautiful, learned that 4 US presidents have stayed here. That said it was clean; as updated as possible while keeping the charm of original hardware, and the staff were accommodating. LOVED the historic bar downstairs, cocktails are pricey ($15-$18) but it's in a small town and it is a beautiful space. The restaurant was great too. Had their house made gnocchi and short rib. Don't sleep on the appetizers, the burrata with herb rubbed bread was SO GOOD.

This hotel is so incredibly beautiful. It is located in Grass Valley on Main Street. My husband and I came here the other night with a few family members for the Thanksgiving dinner. The dinner cost $80 per guest and included appetizers, salad, soup, main course and dessert. The hotel is so classy and gorgeous. The tables were beautifully decorated and the main room had a warm crackling fire place. In the bottom floor, they had a separate room full of Christmas decorations, trees and nutcrackers. The food was super delicious. I recommend the garden green salad full of mixed greens, avocado, beets and light dressing. The parsnip soup too was also very good and the main course (I got the risotto) was amazingly delicious as well. Nicest service as well. I heard you can stay here in the hotel. I have never stayed here overnight but, I heard that the rooms were spacious and comfy. Definitely want to come back for dinner again soon. Highly recommend.

Came in this afternoon to enjoy a cocktail and wind down after a busy day. Visited May 7th..see receipt.This is a beautiful remodeled hotel with nice indoor and outdoor dining (dogs ok in outdoor dining area). It is located in the heart of downtown Grass Valley with plenty of shops and restaurants to walk to.It has a long history in Grass Valley and they used to do ghost tours around the holidays (not sure if they still do it). The bar is beautiful and the lobby and indoor dining is very inviting. It's classy but still casual. I had a glass of wine and my friend had an old fashioned. See the video..they make it special! The drinks are a bit pricey but the ambience makes up for it. They also serve lunch and dinner with an eclectic menu. They used to have a smoker which made the best chicken wings..and would smell so good on the outside dining patio (bring it back!).Its a great place to hang out with friends! Check out the elevator..its a classic! Parking available behind the restaurant. Great place to bring friends or family!

Such a beautiful place to visit. We had a drink at the bar and traveled back into history with the ambiance here. They also send free post cards if you have a drink here and we thought that was pretty awesome. Take a gander into this old school hotel if you're in the area.

Came in for some drinks at the bar and it was super cute! The espresso martinis were a 10/10 and highly recommend them.

Gorgeous historic hotel in historic Grass Valley. Parking lot in back in an area with limited parking. Complimentary coffee, house made scones, and warm breakfast (frittata.) Fiona, was soooo helpful in the am providing me with a throw blanket so we could sit on the patio with our coffee and stay warm. She also graciously responded to my request for stevia quickly and without hesitation. Thank you Fiona (I hope i spelled that correctly!) the hotel is charming and well appointed and has a restaurant and basement bar on site. The bed was really comfortable and the toiletries smelled great. A nice selection in the honor bar in the room if you are looking for a convenient beverage. I would definitely stay here again, great accommodations and staff was delightful. Made us feel really special!

I recently had the opportunity to stay at The Holbrooke Hotel, a place steeped in history and known for its haunting tales. While I expected some eerie vibes due to its reputation, I was pleasantly surprised that my stay was devoid of any paranormal encounters. Instead, I was captivated by the hotel's rich history, having hosted notable figures like Presidents and renowned authors like Mark Twain. The aura of the past enveloped the entire space, and I found the vintage charm and historic architecture absolutely awe-inspiring.The hotel, which boasts over a century of existence, exudes an undeniably beautiful ambiance. Despite the absence of modern amenities like TVs and the occasional thin walls, the rooms themselves were a sight to behold. The allure of the décor and design made it easy to envision iconic personalities like Marilyn Monroe gracing the premises in their heyday. It's a truly special place that takes you back in time.One of the highlights was the charming little shop within the hotel. It added an extra layer of quaintness to the experience, and I couldn't help but fall in love with its adorable setup.In summary, my stay at The Holbrooke Hotel was a delightful journey through history and aesthetics. The absence of TV and the thin walls were minor inconveniences in the face of the hotel's unique charm. I would highly recommend this establishment to those seeking a glimpse into the past and an appreciation for vintage elegance.