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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, (1,036 reviews)
"Very nice couple that run this property."
United States
Tony
The price is ￥11,469
￥13,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Travel Inn
Front of property

2. Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (71 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 ￥10,828
￥19,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Adventure Lodge
Room

3. Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
6.6 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is well maintained and the location makes it even better."
United States
Pradeep
The price is ￥11,328
￥13,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Elevation
Lobby sitting area

4. Historian Inn

Historian Inn
2.5 star property
Gardnerville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice and neat room, well located"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥15,687
￥17,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Love this place . Stayed here 4 times Good price clean staff is great"
United States
Kathleen
The price is ￥19,795
￥22,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

6. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Best shower ever."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ￥12,160
￥13,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
Terrace/patio

7. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
2.0 star property
Kyburz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (483 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Chalcis Jan
The price is ￥21,361
￥23,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Sierra Inn on the River
View from property

8. Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Great location and excellent view of the lake from 4th floor. Beds are very very hard."
United States
Kathleen
The price is ￥17,350
￥19,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Pepper Tree Inn
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, (1,151 reviews)
"Great last minute stay, helped with all accommodations I needed"
United States
Angelica
The price is ￥9,745
￥10,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Motel 6 Carson City, NV
Bar (on property)

10. 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 ￥21,483
￥24,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Basecamp Tahoe City
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, (883 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥11,970
￥13,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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, (301 reviews)
"Goog hotel"
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥32,157
￥43,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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, (954 reviews)
"Property had bed bugs stained sheets"
United States
Gilberto
The price is ￥10,253
￥11,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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 ￥32,752
￥37,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
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 ￥24,465
￥27,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 ￥17,089
￥19,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Tahoe North Shore Lodge
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Top South Lake Tahoe Hotel Reviews

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

10/10 Excellent
"Large and well-designed room."
Shahrokh 3-night trip
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Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

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South Lake Tahoe Motels information

Number of reviews
7,157
Accommodation
4 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,817
Highest Price
￥43,805

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to South Lake Tahoe?
Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy all that South Lake Tahoe has to offer. 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?
Motel properties often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveler taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
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 parking. Hotel Elevation: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like 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 WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like 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, check out 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in South Lake Tahoe are March, February, January, and December, with each month seeing an average of 29 inches of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around South Lake Tahoe when 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 center. 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.