Historic Oroville Inn
The
Story
The Oroville Inn is a five-story building with two attached one-story retail shop wings, all located in the historic downtown business district.
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The exterior design follows the late 19th and early 20th century Spanish Colonial Revival style popular in California during that period. The hotel was dedicated on June 1, 1930.
Because of its impressive dimensions and modern conveniences, the Oroville Inn immediately became the entertainment and social center of the area.
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Although the Great Depression descended across the nation just as the Inn was completed, Oroville continued to be a prosperous and busy place because the gold dredging industry here was at its height, and construction of the new Feather River Highway from Oroville to Reno was just getting underway. Wealthy investors in the hotel made sure the quality of service was never allowed to diminish.
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Considered the finest hotel along the highway between Marysville and Reno, with private bath in every room, the Inn was patronized by most visitors to the region, including famous movie stars, politicians, engineers, and military personalities.
The future of the Oroville Inn is bright.
Just like the magical architecture and history it holds for our town, it will continue to be a shinning example of the importance of historic preservation. While efforts are underway to carefully restore the Inn to the hotel it was in its early days, you can plan to hold your next event where beautiful memories are waiting to happen. Over the years special guests have visited the Inn, such as presidents, governors, and many dignitaries. The Oroville Inn holds the prestigious designation, Oroville Historical & Cultural Preservation Council ( OHCPC 501 C3) which means you can play a very important part in restoration and preservation with a donation to the cause. The Oroville Inn will be held in perpetuity, for all to admire. It truly is an amazing piece of architecture. A vision for the community that came true in 1930.