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Our top choices for South Lake Tahoe motels

Front of property

1. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,042 reviews)
"Great stay would stay again beds were a little bit hard but overall was a good stay for the price we payed"
United States
Bobbi
The price is ฿2,418
฿2,838 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Travel Inn
Front of property

2. Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (72 reviews)
"Room was very small but well maintained. It seemed clean except I did get a large bug bite when I was sleeping. There’s no reception on site so you have to text if you need anything. Conveniently located and price was reasonable. Room had everything one needed, which was great, just quite cramped, but I would stay again if in the area,"
United States
Mary
The price is ฿2,389
฿4,135 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Adventure Lodge
Room

3. Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
6.6 out of 10, (1,014 reviews)
"The hotel is well maintained and the location makes it even better."
United States
Pradeep
The price is ฿2,542
฿3,029 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Elevation
Lobby sitting area

4. Historian Inn

Historian Inn
2.5 star property
Gardnerville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Nice and neat room, well located"
United States
Jose
The price is ฿3,582
฿4,048 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Historian Inn
Spa

5. Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
2.0 star property
Minden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Love this place . Stayed here 4 times Good price clean staff is great"
United States
Kathleen
The price is ฿4,541
฿5,131 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
View from property

6. Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,024 reviews)
"Great location and excellent view of the lake from 4th floor. Beds are very very hard."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ฿3,582
฿4,019 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pepper Tree Inn
Bar (on property)

7. Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (951 reviews)
"Great to have walking access to town and the lake."
United States
Cory
The price is ฿4,415
฿4,954 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Basecamp Tahoe City
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe

Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
2.0 star property
Carson City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Best shower ever."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ฿2,527
฿2,805 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
Room

9. Motel 6 Carson City, NV

Motel 6 Carson City, NV
2.0 star property
Carson City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,157 reviews)
"Great last minute stay, helped with all accommodations I needed"
United States
Angelica
The price is ฿2,012
฿2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Motel 6 Carson City, NV
Terrace/patio

10. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
2.0 star property
Kyburz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (486 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Chalcis Jan
The price is ฿4,410
฿4,852 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sierra Inn on the River
Lobby

11. Americas Best Value Inn Carson City

Americas Best Value Inn Carson City
2.0 star property
Carson City
6.4 out of 10, (886 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jose
The price is ฿2,908
฿3,227 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Americas Best Value Inn Carson City
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

12. The Incline Lodge

The Incline Lodge
3.0 star property
Incline Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (304 reviews)
"Goog hotel"
United States
Dennis
The price is ฿6,640
฿9,045 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Incline Lodge
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

13. Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol

Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
2.0 star property
Carson City
6.4 out of 10, (957 reviews)
"Property had bed bugs stained sheets"
United States
Gilberto
The price is ฿2,117
฿2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
Breakfast area

14. The Woodfords Inn

The Woodfords Inn
2.5 star property
Markleeville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
"Adorable, quaint, affordable with all the needed things❤️ Great stay just outside of Lake Tahoe without the Lake Tahoe pricing. Perfect for what we were looking for!"
United States
Tajmah
The price is ฿6,762
฿7,709 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Woodfords Inn
Romantic Room

15. The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks
2.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
6.8 out of 10, (657 reviews)
"Not sure why Expedia gave it such a low rating. This hotel was cute, very clean and updated. The staff was extremely friendly as well. We were worried given the low rating but pleasantly surprised to walk into the room!!!!!"
United States
Shasta
The price is ฿5,431
฿6,094 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Inn at Boatworks
Front of property – evening/night

16. Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
2.0 star property
Carnelian Bay
6.8 out of 10, (549 reviews)
"Goid location, clean and convenient"
United States
matthew
The price is ฿3,528
฿3,952 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tahoe North Shore Lodge
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Top South Lake Tahoe Hotel Reviews

Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

8/10 Good
"We were traveling with children—one of whom was just a year old—and were assigned a room on the third floor; since the hotel has no elevator, carrying a stroller and suitcases up the stairs was very inconvenient. So, if you are traveling with kids, keep this in mind. Otherwise, everything was great, and the children were delighted to sleep in the bunk bed."
Deniza 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

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South Lake Tahoe Motels information

Number of reviews
6,799
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,233
Highest Price
฿9,992

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to South Lake Tahoe?
As you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in South Lake Tahoe. Top sights include Heavenly Ski Resort in South Lake Tahoe, as well as Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in South Lake Tahoe?
Travel Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Heavenly Ski Resort. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Hotel Elevation: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Heavenly Ski Resort. Adventure Lodge: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as heating. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Heavenly Ski Resort. Hampton Inn and Suites South Lake Tahoe: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Heavenly Ski Resort. Access to an outdoor pool is included.
What can I do in South Lake Tahoe?
While you're sightseeing, explore the ski slopes and entertainment choices. Visitors to South Lake Tahoe speak highly of the mountains and lakeside setting. Must-see places in and around South Lake Tahoe include Heavenly Ski Resort and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Campground by the Lake, El Dorado Beach and Regan Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Lake Tahoe Balloons, Heavenly Village Mini Golf and Heavenly Village Ice Rink.
What's the seasonal weather like in South Lake Tahoe?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in South Lake Tahoe to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in South Lake Tahoe are March, February, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 75 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around South Lake Tahoe while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in South Lake Tahoe to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.