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Donner Lake Inn

2.0 star property
Mountain retreat where travelers breathe fresh air and take in scenic views after enjoying local cuisine at Donner Lake Inn

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Donner Lake Inn offers a peaceful mountain getaway. Guests enjoy a local cuisine breakfast before relaxing in the garden with mountain views. Amenities include free self-parking, luggage storage, and express check-in/out.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ￥32,613
￥36,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Garden view

View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Ground Floor

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Garden view
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About the neighborhood

Located in Truckee, Donner Lake Inn is in the mountains and near the beach. Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tahoe Donner Tennis Center or North Tahoe Regional Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our Truckee travel guide
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96161, CA, Truckee, 10070 Gregory Pl

What's nearby

  • Sunset glow along the mountains next to Donner Lake. #BvSWater
    Donner Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Donner Memorial State Park is a state park of California, USA, preserving the site of the Donner Camp, where members of the ill-fated Donner Party were trapped by weather during the winter of 1846–1847.
    Donner Memorial State Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sugar Bowl showing snow boarding, mountains and snow skiing
    Sugar Bowl
    6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Northstar California Resort featuring a hotel and ice skating as well as a small group of people
    Northstar California Resort
    17 min drive - 26.7 km
  • West End Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Truckee Station
    10 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive
  • Tahoe Donner
    16 min drive
  • Coffeebar Bakery
    7 min drive
  • Panda Express

About this property

Donner Lake Inn

Hotel near Donner Lake
Donner Lake Inn provides amenities like free breakfast (local cuisine) and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number TBD

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Donner Lake Inn Hotel
Donner Lake Inn Truckee
Donner Lake Inn Hotel Truckee

Frequently asked questions

Is Donner Lake Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Donner Lake Inn?

As of Jan 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Donner Lake Inn on Jan 29, 2026 start from ￥32,613, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Donner Lake Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Donner Lake Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Donner Lake Inn located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Tahoe National Forest and Donner Lake. West End Beach and Donner Memorial State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Donner Lake Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our cute little quaint room. It was decorated so beautifully and we really enjoyed our stay. It was clean and spacious. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location with very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was cozy with comfortable beds. The backyard area was cute with a spa and games like corn hole. The beds were comfortable and we loved the little electric fireplace/ we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathryn

No front office .. Nice trees and surrounding… Small room but comfortable.. Always nice to go to Donner Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay! If you like a clean, neat, quiet place to stay with a creek running outside your window, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cozy room, the awesome location, the generous and delicious breakfast selection were all fantastic! We loved our one night stay and honestly felt like we got the most of it especially with its extremely close (1 minute) proximity to the lake/the beach area to relax and enjoy the gorgeous scenery that Truckee has to offer! The hosts were super kind, very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions we had too, which is very much appreciated! Great customer service! We will definitely be back again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Peaceful, great service and excellent breakfast

Excellent stay at Donner Lake Inn. Peaceful and beautiful location next to the river, responsive service and an excellent breakfast. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Donner Lake Inn in April

The Donner Lake Inn is a quiet inn that is geared for eco-friendliness. The room was clean and the inn is located close to Truckee and parks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Slavomir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast including delicious breakfast burrito. Quiet room and convenient for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed one night passing through Truckee to get to the Bay Area. The room was cozy and very comfortable. The property is walking distance to the Pub at Donner Lake, and right across from the Little Truckee Ice Creamery (incredible ice cream). It was a great place to get a few hours rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good With Caveats

The location was excellent, right next to Donner Lake and ice cream shop; easy access to everything else. The rooms are clean and comfortable, but the shower needs upgrading as water is slow to heat up, and the wifi extremely slow - even for just browsing websites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is great, the hosts are warm and friendly and the breakfast is delicious. Totally recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Text message check in was the easiest thing in the world, just pulled up and lodge door was 5 feet from the car. Clean and warm inside, couldn't ask for more for a quick night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
New owners. Great service, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and war.ing staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect for our family for two nights. Everything we expected was in place, our hosts were responsive when we reached out. Short walk to the lake, short drive to the ski slopes and tubing hills. Exactly what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hosts Nina & Jim were warm and welcoming. The Inn is a picture perfect mountain retreat. Our room was wonderfully appointed, a great Franklin stove, super comfortable bed, very cozy. The breakfast was healthy- the overnight oats - Yummy, homemade banana bread - outstanding, high tech coffee machine to more than satisfy the coffee aficionado and the hot chocolate - Lucious. If you’re going to Donner Lake, your first choice should be the Donner Lake Inn…!!

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Very Convenient if you're Skiing on Donnor Summit

This is a beautiful little place. We stayed in a room with one queen bed and a bunk bed with three beds. Had two boys with us for a snowboard event at Boreal, which is a seven-minute drive, allowing us to drive them to the event at 8 am, come back to the hotel, shower, eat their nice breakfast, and head back up at checkout at 10 am.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yuhua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pro: Studio room w Bunk bed works great for a family with 1-2 kids Good driving distance to ski resorts in North Lake Tahoe; Across the street from Donner lake so should be good for summer time too. Grab-to-go breakfast is with fresh pastries and hot egg burritos 48-hr cancellation term works great for families with smaller children (think about a time when kids get sick and you have to cancel the trip) Cons Super tiny shower space. Seriously the smallest I had ever used. The shower head position doesn’t work well for small kids. They would be forced to have a shampoo every day hahah. Better to have a removable shower head. Good that the toilet and sink are separated though. Not enough dining options within 5mins driving Wish list: To include milk in breakfast options. There’s good variety of coffee but having milk would be good for kids Open up the breakfast place during the day (or evening) for access to hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is perfect for those wanting a cool place to stay that doesn't cost a ton!! They did a great job with this property!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It very quaint. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025