Rio Sierra Riverhouse

Enjoyed the stay with the family.

This small hotel is ALL about location! To anyone who thinks it is too expensive you are paying for the absolutely beautiful grounds, privacy and access to the river for swimming, fishing or just relaxing. We rented room 2 that was facing the river. It was very cozy with a comfortable queen mattress, a day bed, a little refrigerator and a microwave. It was all that we needed since we spent most of our time outside. There were several restaurants about a 5 minute drive away. The hotel is on the main hwy to the sequoias but felt like we had driven into the backroads. We will visit again just to be here and enjoy sitting by the river all day. I would not stay here with small children but older kids will enjoy exploring the grounds. We met only the housekeeper (I think) and she was very polite. It was lovely listening to the river and watching the stars at night. We were the only guests there which made it the best vacation ever!

Super relaxing and eclectic. Mars the owner was very available and helpful. Very peaceful and tranquil. Just the way that the river bends & pauses only a few steps from our doorstep was AWESOME! We are considering renting the entire property for our whole family next year!

Quirky decorations but the owner Mars does an excellent job with her guests. She strives to make your stay a good one. Things I liked about the property: 1. the river views although the water was running so fast, we couldn't go near it with my small children. 2. the beds are so comfortable with quality bedding. 3. Excellent service. Mars met us from the second we arrived and was attentive to our needs. Her staff, too, is great. Disappointments: The ice maker in our unit did not work and we had to keep going back to the office to get ice. They gave us a small container of ice each time which was not sufficient. 2. the price is outrageous. Although our booking on Hotels.com stated the breakfast was free, Mars offered it to us for $18/pp. No thanks. The cost of the room was not worth it. The hotel is on a busy street and doesn't fit a 5 star cost.