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Our top choices for Downtown Tahoe City hotels

1. evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City
4.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (538 reviews)
"All around pleasant stay."
United States
ROSITA
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
evo Hotel Tahoe City

2. Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (988 reviews)
"Great central location with plenty of parking and in walking distance to Lake Tahoe, hiking, and food."
United States
Tony
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Basecamp Tahoe City

3. Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent lake view from the 5th floor"
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Pepper Tree Inn

4. Mother Nature's Inn

Mother Nature's Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Scott
The price is NZ$349
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Mother Nature's Inn

5. The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks
2.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
6.8 out of 10, (669 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable"
United States
Fahmi
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Inn at Boatworks

6. Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (672 reviews)
"Loved our off-season stay."
United States
CELIA
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

7. Firelite Lodge

Firelite Lodge
3.0 star property
11 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (749 reviews)
"Nice stay!"
United States
Annette
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Firelite Lodge

8. Granlibakken Tahoe

Granlibakken Tahoe
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"It’s in a pretty setting but no lake access"
United States
Patrick
The price is NZ$335
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Granlibakken Tahoe

9. Crown Motel

Crown Motel
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,073 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous view of the lake & easy walk to food/drink"
United States
Chelsea
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Crown Motel

10. The Village at Palisades Tahoe

The Village at Palisades Tahoe
4.0 star property
8.4 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Beautiful location"
United States
Catriona
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Village at Palisades Tahoe

11. Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe

Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Liked location."
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$484
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe

12. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
11.6 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (461 reviews)
"We loved our stay, beautiful property."
United States
Kathryn
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

13. Cedar Glen Lodge

Cedar Glen Lodge
2.0 star property
10.6 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (814 reviews)
"Cute rustic place! We had a great time."
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cedar Glen Lodge

14. Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
4.5 star property
11.7 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. We like spacious rooms and firm beds, it had everything I needed with small kids to make my stay memorable and comfortable"
United States
Shreya
The price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
2.5 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"We stayed one night on our way through Truckee. This Springhill Suites did not disappoint. It was very comfortable and clean and I would pick it again if I get a chance to go back to Truckee."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe

16. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
9 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (555 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a charming hotel, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Our deluxe one bedroom with the kitchen worked perfectly for us. We would recommend this hotel as a lovely place to stay in Lake Tahoe."
United States
YaelandAri
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Olympic Village Inn

17. Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
16.2 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (933 reviews)
"Staff was great"
United States
Eric
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

18. Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel

Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
2.5 star property
16.7 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"
United States
Katherine
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel

19. Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge
2.5 star property
18.4 km from Downtown Tahoe City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, and good prices!"
United States
Ben
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Truckee Donner Lodge

20. Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
4.0 star property
17.1 km from Downtown Tahoe City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful location. Will stay again."
United States
wayne
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Tahoe City

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television.
Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
988 reviews
View
A view through a glass door with a fire feature and wicker hanging chairs.
evo Hotel Tahoe City
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
538 reviews
View
A winter scene with a lake, snow-covered buildings, and a forest in the background.
Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,003 reviews
View
Exterior
Mother Nature's Inn
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
27 reviews
View
A modern bathroom with a heart-shaped bathtub, a glass block wall, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.
The Inn at Boatworks
2.0 star property
6.8
669 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Tahoe City

Find the best Downtown Tahoe City areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Dollar Point

While visiting Dollar Point, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area and Tahoe City Field Station.

Lake Forest

While visiting Lake Forest, you might make a stop by sights like Tahoe City Field Station and Burton Creek Nature Preserve.

Tahoe Tavern Heights

Though Tahoe Tavern Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park.

Tahoe Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tahoe Park and surrounding area, you can visit Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park.

Miramar Heights

While Miramar Heights isn't home to many top sights, Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Downtown Tahoe City that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Downtown Tahoe City that travellers highly recommend are Basecamp Tahoe City and the Pepper Tree Inn.

The Basecamp Tahoe City, with a 9.0 rating, is praised for its comfortable and clean rooms, great location, and friendly staff. Guests particularly enjoy the absolutely delicious breakfast. It is conveniently located near Tahoe State Recreation Area, just 0.1 km away.

Another excellent option is the Pepper Tree Inn, rated 7.8. This hotel offers nice, clean rooms and friendly staff. Its location is considered great, and guests appreciate the affordable pricing and free, convenient parking. The Pepper Tree Inn provides mountain and lake views and is close to Watson Cabin Museum, just 0.2 km away.
What are the best family hotels in Downtown Tahoe City?
For family-friendly hotels in Downtown Tahoe City, consider the evo Hotel Tahoe City and the Pepper Tree Inn.

The evo Hotel Tahoe City, with an 8.8 rating, is well-suited for families, offering TravelCribs and free cribs for younger guests. It is conveniently located near various attractions, including the Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema right next door, Commons Beach Park just 0.1 km away, and the Watson Cabin Museum at 0.2 km. The hotel is also ideal for families who enjoy winter sports, with ski lifts, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing all located nearby.

Another excellent option is the Pepper Tree Inn, rated 7.8. This hotel provides free rollaway extra beds, which is a great benefit for families. Guests frequently praise the nice, clean rooms and the friendly staff, as well as the great location and affordable prices. The hotel is close to Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema (0.4 km), Tahoe State Recreation Area (0.4 km), and Commons Beach Park (0.4 km). It also offers easy access to mountain biking and various skiing activities nearby.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Downtown Tahoe City?
For pet-friendly hotels in Downtown Tahoe City, consider Basecamp Tahoe City, evo Hotel Tahoe City, or Pepper Tree Inn.

The Basecamp Tahoe City, with a 9.0 rating, is a great option for those travelling with dogs. Guests often highlight the comfortable and clean rooms, the friendly staff, and the delicious breakfast. It is conveniently located near Tahoe State Recreation Area and Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema.

Another excellent choice is the evo Hotel Tahoe City, rated 8.8. This hotel welcomes dogs and is particularly well-suited for those interested in snow sports, with easy access to ski lifts and nearby cross-country and downhill skiing facilities. It is also very close to Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema and Commons Beach Park.

The Pepper Tree Inn, with a 7.8 rating, also permits dogs and offers mountain views. Guests appreciate the nice, clean rooms, the friendly staff, and the convenient location. It is near Tahoe Art Haus & Cinema and Watson Cabin Museum.
What are the most romantic hotels in Downtown Tahoe City for couples?
For romantic hotels in Downtown Tahoe City, couples might consider the Pepper Tree Inn or The Inn at Boatworks.

The Pepper Tree Inn, with a rating of 7.8, offers rooms with mountain views, and many guests have praised its clean rooms, friendly staff, and good location. It is also conveniently located near the Tahoe City Golf Course, just 0.7 km away.

The Inn at Boatworks is another option, with guests often commenting on its clean rooms and helpful staff. This hotel is also close to the Tahoe City Golf Course, at a distance of 0.8 km.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Downtown Tahoe City hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Downtown Tahoe City?
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