Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Adjacent to Towers Casino and Card Room, this casual hotel among shops and eateries off Route 49 is within 2 miles of the Northstar Mining Museum and Empire Mine State Historic Park. Warmly furnished rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Suites have sitting areas and/or pull-out sofas. Upgraded suites add separate living rooms, dining tables and fireplaces. Breakfast is free, as are regular cocktail receptions with hors d'oeuvres. There's also a fitness room. Event space includes a ballroom. Parking is available.