"I think it’s a great quaint motel right before you hit the busy zones of Tahoe and right outside Tahoe Valley campground. The property is family owned and very well maintained. The room is clean and nice and has all the basics you need. I really loved the lighted bathroom mirrors. Parking was plenty plus easy to park a truck. You do go to another hotel Apex also owned by them a couple bldgs down to check in but it was easy. Don’t come expecting a 4 star then be mad you don’t get it. Because it’s not and they don’t claim to be but what you do get is nice simple meet your needs and a little more very clean and safe motel for a great savings. I love carpet in my rooms which this had and I loved and all the space in the room for our bags or bikes even. You can tell they’ve really put ALOT of effort into making this nice.
If you’re not into hard very firm spring beds and firm pillows well then, being some extra like I do. There are Great little places nearby to eat and walk to or bring your bikes. Or head to nearby trails for a nice hike to Truckee river. I really like the owners and staff they went above and beyond to make our stay welcome from beginning to end. If they did even once a year upgrade a room mattress at a time to a memory foam mattress they’d be my perfect secret spot to stay!! But if you love an old fashion spring firm one you’re set now :) thank you for hosting look forward to future visits!"
"My husband and I found this little gem quite by accident. We absolutely fell in love with the place! The peace, beauty and all the amenities. We are taking all of our children and grandchildren there for a couple of days soon."
"Lovely place. We last stayed there 18 years ago, and it has since had a nice remodel. The BBQ area in the back was lovely and roughly half of the residents were enjoying it in the evenings. They have some games a few different seating areas, two fires pits and corn hole. The woman who runs the place is great and her dog, Bear, is adorable."
"We had a very easy check in process and check out process with the key drop box. Our room was perfect for our one night stay. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable."
"Delightful and funky. Spa robes were ready at the foot of the bed, the fire warmed the room, there was no sink in the bathroom, and the kitchen outlet was directly over the quality Italian range. Desolation Hotel is isolated at the end of Hope Valley, which was an essential part of the Emmigrant Trail. The "hotel" is a collection of comfortable cabins hidden in the trees above the restaurant/lobby & outdoor bar & dining area. It is an ideal location for those who like hiking or trout fishing."
"Pass key to the room we were originally assigned to did not work which required back and forth to the front desk and wasted time. There was no coffee in the room. Multiple things were broken. I escalated the issues with no response or help from anyone."
Lake Alpine is located in Arnold. Travellers like the surrounding area for its mountain views. You'll find 74 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Lake Alpine?
Kirkwood Mountain Resort by Vail Resorts is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free parking. You'll find it 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Lake Alpine. Other good options in the area include Strawberry Inn and Creekside Lodge.
How many hotels are there near Lake Alpine?
Expedia has 74 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Alpine.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Alpine, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake Alpine.
What can I see and do near Lake Alpine?
Head up the mountain to Bear Valley Ski or Bear Valley Cross Country and Adventure Company to see the views or enjoy some snowy fun. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Spicer Meadow Reservoir, Elephant Rock Trailhead and Stanislaus Meadow Trailhead. A visit to Sandy Meadow Trailhead is worth the trip when you're visiting.