Power'S Mansion, Auburn

Power'S Mansion - A Victorian bed and breakfast in Gold Country with period antiques and historic rooms

Occupying a full city block in historic Auburn, this 4-star Auburn hotel features a Victorian mansion that once hosted Herbert Hoover during his mining engineer days. Power'S Mansion operates as an elegant bed and breakfast, showcasing rooms adorned with period antiques and distinctive architectural details. The accommodations include the Power Room - the original master bedroom with a four-poster bed and gold-accented bay windows, and guest rooms featuring queen-sized beds, private baths with antique claw-foot tubs, and unique ceiling architecture with skylights. One room specifically commemorates the Chinese laborers who contributed to both the mansion's construction and Power's mining operations. Located 43.5 miles from Sacramento, the property sits within walking distance to local dining options, including Ninja Sushi (0.5 miles), Monkey Cat (0.5 miles), and The Club Car (0.5 miles). Notable attractions within 1 mile include the Gold Country Museum, Old Town Auburn, and the Placer County Historical Museum.

Pros

Historic Victorian architecture with wrap-around porch and 100-year-old oak tree

Close proximity to whitewater rafting on the Middle Fork of American River

Walking distance to multiple local restaurants and attractions

Staff assists with planning Gold Rush country excursions

Cons

43.5 miles from Sacramento International Airport

Limited on-site dining options