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Blue Jay Lodge

2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe's walkable retreat offers a refreshing outdoor pool and easy access to nearby casinos, creating a perfect base for exploring local attractions.

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Blue Jay Lodge in South Lake Tahoe offers an outdoor pool for relaxation after a day of exploration. Amenities include laundry facilities, free WiFi, complimentary newspapers, and self-parking. Guests love its convenient location, with casinos within walking distance.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Suite with Spa Bath

Highlights

Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lakeside Park, a neighbourhood in South Lake Tahoe, is home to Blue Jay Lodge. Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Shops at Heavenly Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Blue Event Center or South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing and sledging. Visit our South Lake Tahoe travel guide
Map
4133 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Stateline, NV - January 29, 2025: Daytime winter aerial image over Stateline, NV - South Lake Tahoe, CA at Lake Tahoe, how has weather impacted tourism business of hotels, resorts, and casinos.
    Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Heavenly Mountain Gondola featuring wild flowers, a hotel and a gondola
    Heavenly Gondola
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Tahoe (11/2017)
    The Shops at Heavenly Village
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Perfect Lake Tahoe Sunset
    Lakeside Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Base Camp Pizza Co.
    7 min walk
  • Lucky Beaver Bar and Casino
    7 min walk
  • Caesars Race & Sportsbook
    2 min walk
  • Saltgrass Steak House
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk

About this property

Blue Jay Lodge

Hotel near Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino
A short walk from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Gondola, Blue Jay Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the walkable location
Room features
All 64 rooms feature comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1966
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Jay Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Jay Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Jay Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Jay Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Blue Jay Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Blue Jay Lodge located?

Located in Lakeside Park, this beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Blue Jay Lodge Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 226 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff and reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was just an overnight trip but the room was comfortable and the service was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and bed comfortable, good location two blocks from the casinos
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, right next to Harvey’s!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for what I needed it for-
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Edin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice small hotel. Clean, convenient. Excellent for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for few nights. Brewery is located next door!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to everything and clean :)

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice spot

Have stayed here a couple of times. Easy walk to the casinos, heavenly gondola, friendly staff and a comfy room for a reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Basic, Affordable, good location

Blue Jay was basic and affordable and that’s what we wanted - location excellent and felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corine, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, friendly staff. Walkable to the casinos. Easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pegi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean! Staff is very friendly and helpful. Would recommend and definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super clean, spacious rooms!

Super clean and great service!!! Huge room too, tons of space and looks like the rooms have been renovated!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good times!!

Fun trip..Location was wonderful..very short walk to the casinos and hot spots. Would recommend it!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely a bit pricey for a "motel" but I realize their terrific location allows them to charge these high rates.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spa Room

Super cute couple get away. The spa room is amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Front desk was very friendly and smelled very clean. Everything is in walking distance but still very quit at night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heavenly ski trip

It was an okay place to stay for a ski trip. However, its a shame there is no hot tub for the price of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They were very nice and the room was clean and pretty. Also, the property felt safe. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and quaint

It was easy to check in parking was great small quaint place and was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute and quaint

absolutely loved this cute lil lodge.. will def. stay again.. :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

KATSUSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convienient
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vahid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great. Room quiet as requested on reservation. Staff, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022