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Our top choices for Emerald Bay motels

Front of property
Travel Inn

Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Great hotel love coming back every time always clean and inviting cheers"
United States
Warren
The price is ￥8,984
￥10,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Travel Inn
Front of property
Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (849)
"This one of the most cleanliness rooms I've ever stayed in. The comfort leave was off the charts. "
United States
Shamra
Basecamp Tahoe City
View from property
Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Good view, but everything else is terrible."
United States
Ut
Pepper Tree Inn
Exterior
Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"Convenient location and very comfortable & clean"
United States
James
The price is ￥11,599
￥19,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Adventure Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
2.0 star property
Carnelian Bay
6.8 out of 10, (514)
"Clean room, good location."
United States
Parker
The price is ￥17,702
￥19,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Tahoe North Shore Lodge
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway) | Street view
Historian Inn

Historian Inn

Historian Inn
2.5 star property
Gardnerville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (996)
"The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. The location allowed for plenty of walkable dining and entertainment. "
United States
Laurel
The price is ￥13,831
￥15,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Historian Inn
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
6.6 out of 10, (937)
"Great stay and perfect location !"
United States
Leilani
The price is ￥10,140
￥12,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Hotel Elevation
Exterior
Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
2.0 star property
Kyburz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (395)
"Newly remodeled, clean no frills hotel. Beautiful view."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥19,447
￥21,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Sierra Inn on the River
Romantic Room | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks
2.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
6.8 out of 10, (608)
"Nice little place to cat h a few zzz's"
United States
Bryan
The price is ￥25,622
￥28,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
The Inn at Boatworks
Balcony
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
2.0 star property
Minden
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Everyone is nice helpful and friendly. The room had great bath soaps! Everything so clean!"
United States
Danielle
The price is ￥14,534
￥16,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Emerald Bay Hotel Reviews

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

10/10 Excellent
"nice place to stay. come back soon"
Yajun 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

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Emerald Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
7,350
Accommodation
11 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,686
Highest Price
￥28,747

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Emerald Bay?
By saving on your room price, you can enjoy all that Emerald Bay has to offer. In the area, favorite places to visit include Heavenly Ski Resort.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Introduced in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples today can still be seen along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Emerald Bay?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Pepper Tree Inn is located 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from the heart of Emerald Bay. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Basecamp Tahoe City: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Emerald Bay is 15 mi (24.1 km) away. Hotel Elevation: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from the heart of Emerald Bay. Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites: Central Emerald Bay is 17.8 mi (28.6 km) away. A casino along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a casino shuttle are available during your stay. Travel Inn: 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from the heart of Emerald Bay. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in Emerald Bay?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Pope Beach, Fallen Leaf Lake, and Meeks Bay Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Lake Tahoe Balloons, Heavenly Village Ice Rink, and Heavenly Village Mini Golf. Other places worth a visit include Emerald Bay State Park and D. L. Bliss State Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Emerald Bay?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Emerald Bay to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 31°F. The snowiest months in Emerald Bay are March, February, January, and December, with each month seeing an average of 29 inches of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Emerald Bay when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Emerald Bay to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 25 mi (40.2 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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