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Best Alta Cheap Hotels

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Sierra Woods Lodge

Sierra Woods Lodge

2.0 star property
Emigrant Gap
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229)
"Rooms were good and rustic. Amenities were minimal."
United States
Kamesh
Sierra Woods Lodge
Free daily full breakfast
Best Western Colfax

Best Western Colfax

2.5 star property
Colfax
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (488)
"Clean, quiet, friendly"
United States
Ann
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Colfax
Living area
The Dutch Flat Hotel

The Dutch Flat Hotel

2.0 star property
Dutch Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
"Love it here!!!"
United States
Christie
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Dutch Flat Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Holbrooke Hotel

Holbrooke Hotel

3.5 star property
Grass Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (443)
"The hotel, staff, amenities, and food were all above exceptional. Health prevented us from staying the entire time, but would definitely visit again."
United States
Robert
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Holbrooke Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property
Grass Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Have stayed here many holidays, always great."
United States
Donald
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hiking
Northern Queen Inn

Northern Queen Inn

2.0 star property
Nevada City
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"They have a natural waterfall and fern grotto onsite that provides a really pleasant experience. Great place."
United States
Greg
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Northern Queen Inn
Property grounds
Harmony Ridge Lodge

Harmony Ridge Lodge

3.0 star property
Nevada City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (400)
"It was a lovely, short one night stay. Charming woodsy feel, comfortable beds and good breakfast. 7 miles from Nevada City. "
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Harmony Ridge Lodge
Library
Clair Tappaan Lodge

Clair Tappaan Lodge

1.0 star property
Soda Springs
7.0 out of 10, Good, (43)
"This place was super cute! A great place to stop in for a night"
United States
Aryanna
Clair Tappaan Lodge
Exterior
Flume's End

Flume's End

3.5 star property
Nevada City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (222)
"My husband and I loved this place. "
United States
Linda
Flume's End
Terrace/patio
Nevada City Inn

Nevada City Inn

2.0 star property
Nevada City
5.2 out of 10, (803)
"Room was Clean when I checked in the room could use a touch up of Paint I enjoyed the room "
United States
Jacob
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Nevada City Inn
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Top Alta Hotel Reviews

Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly staff. Great decorations reflecting the area's past history of gold mining. "
David 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Alta?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Alta, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 3°C. The snowiest months in Alta are March, January, February and April, with each month seeing an average of 90 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Alta?
You don't have to spend a fortune to get to know Alta. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that cost very little. Take in the local culture at Center For The Arts and Nevada Theatre, or visit other spots like Grass Valley Museum.
How can I get to Alta and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Alta is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), situated 36.4 mi (58.7 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Sacramento, CA (SMF-Sacramento Intl.), which is 54.9 mi (88.3 km) away. Alta may not have many public transport choices so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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