The Northern Queen Inn sits among mountains offering a quiet escape with its scenic garden and hiking trails. Guests breathe in mountain air from the terrace, handle travel necessities at the laundry facilities, and enjoy steaks at Alexander's Station restaurant.
Located in Nevada City, Northern Queen Inn is in the mountains. Ol' Republic Brewery and Grass Valley Brewing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Yuba River State Park and Auburn State Recreation Area. Miners Foundry Cultural Center and Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, canoeing, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Nevada City travel guide
400 Railroad Ave., Nevada City, CA, 95959
What's nearby
Off Broadstreet Theatre
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Nevada City Firehouse No. 2
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Nevada Theatre
10 min walk - 0.8 km
Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Tahoe National Forest Headquarters
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Colfax Station
22 min drive
Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF)
76 min drive
Restaurants
Dakan
12 min walk
National Hotel
10 min walk
Stonehouse Restaurant
6 min walk
Heartwood
11 min walk
Communal Cafe
9 min walk
About this property
Northern Queen Inn
Hotel in the mountains
At Northern Queen Inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and barbecue grills
A vending machine
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 71 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
45-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Business services
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Terrace
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
Thin carpet in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
45-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night
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 cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Northern Queen Inn Nevada City
Northern Queen Inn
Northern Queen Nevada City
Northern Queen
Northern Queen Hotel Nevada City
Northern Queen Inn Hotel
Northern Queen Inn Nevada City
Northern Queen Inn Hotel Nevada City
Frequently asked questions
Is Northern Queen Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Northern Queen Inn?
As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Queen Inn on Mar 10, 2026 start from ₩120,166, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Northern Queen Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Northern Queen Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Northern Queen Inn located?
Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and Historic Firehouse No. 1 Museum. Off Broadstreet Theatre and Miners Foundry Cultural Center are also within 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Northern Queen Inn Reviews
7.0
Good
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Pleasantly surprised with the rustic quality of this place. It was charming and perfect for my family getaway. Even caught the train that picks up in the parking lot and got a little tour of the train museum, all for free. Our cabin was perfect for my two young children, wife and I. Private and quiet. Excellent stay!
Brady
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Janette
Dec 8, 2025
The grounds are stunning, the room was comfortable, but somewhat outdated as half the electrical outlets didn’t work. I’d stay here again.
Location and staff are great. Hard to find; a lack of signage of any type made the property difficult to find on a dark rainy night. The Northern Queen is obviously and old dowager and as such a bit rough around the edges with obvious up grades badly needed but with any effort this could be a great palce for a vacation or short stay.
Friendly staff and clean room. Bathroom was a bit outdated but its a nice place to stay, walking distrance to hostorical downtown Nevada City.
Jason
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
William
Dec 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Northern Queen has seemingly a huge number of rooms! So it’s usually available, a quick hop to the town less than a half mile, a nice welcoming staff, clean and quiet rooms, and a good setting. On top of that, it’s very reasonably priced. I would be happy to come again.
Basic, clean room, very quiet location. Good price, seems to be American owned and operated which is rare these days. Staff friendly and informative. Bed, pillows comfortable, good water pressure. Internet worked just fine. Will definitely stay at the Northern Queen Inn again.
Beautiful setting. Large rooms. Enjoyed the stay very much.
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Michelle
Nov 30, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Everyone might not agree this is a 4/5 as the facilities are older, but my husband and I like the rustic/older feel. The surrounding nature/scenery was beautiful with the creek and small waterfall. Close to downtown. We stayed in one of the cabins and we liked having our own space but the the bathroom was very dated and the fireplace didn’t work.
Michelle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The. Chalet and patio were spacious. Lots of room for a very reasonable price! The kitchen had nothing to use for food prep or serving. Breakfast on the weekend was solid and the grounds were scenic. Would stay Again.
Our 2 night stay was pleasant. Beautiful surroundings, very friendly personnel. We got extra blankets, and whatever information we needed...they are remodeling now, so its not quite up to par, but it will be soon . I would recommend.