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Good value for the price and location
Went up for just one night to see Kenny Loggins in concert. Was a three-day weekend, so most hotels...
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LoveTahoe
- Feb 22, 2012
Good choice midweek ski trip winter 2012
Much better than average South Lake Tahoe area accommodation. Very friendly and helpful front desk...
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HappySkier
- Feb 19, 2012
Priceless views and fun at beautifully landscaped boutique resort
Within walking distance of casinos, restaurants, bowling, movie theaters and Lake Tahoe, the Inn by the Lake is centrally located tranquility. The gorgeous grounds are punctuated by views of Lake Tahoe and the surrounding majesty of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Guests who visit Tahoe for outdoor adventures will love the location and appreciate niceties such as free ski and bike storage and complimentary use of snowshoes and bikes.
Highlights
- Easy access to skiing, snowboarding, boating and golf
- Heated outdoor pool and hot tub open year round
- Barbecues and picnic areas
- Free Wi-Fi
Rooms
All rooms include a microwave and mini-refrigerator, while some suites have fully furnished kitchens. Rooms have private balconies with sliding glass doors, many of them offering lake views. Guests have complimentary Wi-Fi access in rooms and throughout the property.
Features
At this lakefront resort with a paved walking-cycling path just outside the door, guests can borrow bikes or snowshoes for a round of heart-invigorating outdoor exercise (two hours' complimentary use). Or guests can opt to work out inside at the inn's well-equipped fitness center with lake views (also complimentary). Guests who have brought their own gear appreciate the free bike and ski storage. Another welcome convenience is free access to a computer in the lobby. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the Bear Beach Cafe, with a menu that features hearty omelettes, half-pound burgers with all the trimmings and homemade soups.
Transportation
- Reno-Tahoe International Airport (57 mi/ 92 km)
- South Tahoe Express shuttles guests from the airport to the hotel (reservations recommended; fees apply)
Attractions
- City of South Lake Tahoe recreation center with ice skating rink, swimming pool, fitness center (0.4 mi/0.7 km, fees apply)
- Skiing (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
- Golf (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
Business
- 2,000 square feet of flexible meeting space
- Business center with phone lines, fax machine, copier and Internet connections (fees apply)
- Catering available
Policies and fees
- Non-smoking resort
- Free self-parking
This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.
Inn By The Lake Rooms
- Double Queen Lakeview Room
- This room features two queen beds, a table and chairs and balcony with a lake view. All our rooms feature mini-refrigerator, microwave, in-room coffee makers, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, pay-per-view movies and games with cable TV.
- Queen Room
- This traditional queen accommodation features one queen bed, desk and chair and balcony (no view). All our rooms feature mini-refrigerator, microwave, in-room coffee makers, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, pay-per-view movies and games with cable TV.
- King Lakeview Room
- This spacious guest room features one king size bed, loveseat, small refrigerator, wet bar and a balcony with a lake view.
- Standard Double Queen
- This room features two queen beds, a table and chairs and balcony with a property view. All our rooms feature mini-refrigerator, microwave, in-room coffee makers, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, pay-per-view movies and games with cable TV.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- South Lake Tahoe, CA
- Nearby airports
- Reno/Tahoe International Sacramento Airport
- Area description
- Local attractions: Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Ski Resort and Gondola Sierra at Tahoe, boat cruises, hiking, biking, skiing and other winter sports along with water sports.
Amenities
- Business center
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness center
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (60)
Ratings and reviews for Inn By The Lake
- All travelers (60) 3.9 / 5
- Business (2) 3 / 5
- Couples (29) 3.8 / 5
- Families (17) 4.2 / 5
- Friends (6) 4 / 5
- Singles (6) 3.8 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.7
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
karth
Not a 3-Star - it is 2-star at best!
I opted for this hotel over other hotels closer to the Heavenly Village only because it was listed as having "queen" beds and not double beds in rooms with two beds. This in fact turned out to be double beds! and our 2nd floor room was so hot even when it was snowing outside that we had to turn on the AC and put it on high cool. All it did was little cooling but lot of noise. (still puzzles me why it was so hot in that room). the amenities were very basic and so worn out, even by Tahoe's standards.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
LoveTahoe
Good value for the price and location
Went up for just one night to see Kenny Loggins in concert. Was a three-day weekend, so most hotels required a two-night stay, but we could only stay for one night due to other commitments. The Heavenly ski shuttle stops right in front of the hotel, so I would definitely consider staying here for a ski vacation. Black Bear Cafe serves a great breakfast and is in the same parking lot as the hotel. View of Lake Tahoe from the cafe is stunning! The bowling alley right next door also looked like fun. Bathroom was very small, but clean, and robes were provided, so it felt upscale.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Heavenly ski shuttle stops right in front of the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
HappySkier
Good choice midweek ski trip winter 2012
Much better than average South Lake Tahoe area accommodation. Very friendly and helpful front desk people.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Restaurants in this area tend to be overpriced, and only average food.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
DelPiero
Good Deal and very convenient
Good deal and close to the lake. The facility has a bowling center. There are couple of good restaurants and pub/grill in walking distance. There is an indoor ice skating place in walking distance. Our room had a microwave and a refrigerator inside with plenty of space (not occupied by the insanely overpriced drinks that is sitting out there for ages). There was a balcony/deck in our room overlooking the lake. Great view and a good place to sit during summer. My only complaint is the noisy air/heat unit, which was not a problem in other units. It did not bother me much when I put it on low speed. Overall, yes I would recommend to a friend or for that matter to a complete stranger. Convenient with plenty of parking space.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
goheregothere
2 thumbs up
After reading reviews of hotels in South Lake Tahoe I was skeptical to book anything until I came across reviews for this hotel. I would definitely stay at this hotel again. The room was clean with a comfortable bed, balcony with chairs, microwave and fridge. It wasn't near the busy area of S. Lake Tahoe but was close enough for a quick drive.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bradley421
Good hotel for the $$, great spa and pool!
We visited this hotel in SLT for the first time and didn't know what to expect (as the reviews on Orbitz and other sites were mixed). The room was clean, bed was soft, had a full mini fridge and microwave in the room. Hotel is right across from the lake, but any beaches are down the road a bit. The pool area and 2 spas were really nice - spent some time both nights relaxing in them. The staff was pretty friendly and they have complimentary beach bikes for first come first serve use. We were really happy with the accommodations and hotel. They also have BBQ pits and picnic tables if you desire to cook up some of your own food. Would definitely recommend this hotel. Solid 3 star property.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Definitely go East on 50 to Highway 89 towards Emerald bay to Anderson's Bicycle rental. The staff there was exceptional and extremely helpful. If you are interested in seeing some beautiful sights, take a couple of hours and ride along the bike trail through Camp Richardson, take a stroll along Rainbow trail (cool underwater view of a creek/pond) and enjoy the weather. Bikes are $9/hr and after the first hour are prorated every 15 minutes thereafter. Can't beat the price for the adventure and view.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SomeTraveller
Great hotel
Excellent location, clean rooms. Very close to Timber Cove marina.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Teacherman
Could be better
We arrived a little bit early and the hotel was only about half full. I asked if we could get in a little earlier, but the young lady in the office really didn't even try to get us in. Plus, she had a bit of an attitude we didn't care for. We were also surprised that they gave us a room at the back of the hotel facing an old trailer park. Had they given us a better room (There were plenty remaining), we would have determined to return to this hotel. However, all things considered, we will look for something else in the future.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
The girls
INN BY THE LAKE VIEW OF PARKING LOT & TRAILER COURT
The hotel was quite dated but very clean. Shower pressure was great, the lotion, shampoo and conditioner were very nice. The staff was great super helpful. The view from the room was a parking lot and trailer court, not so great. It was pretty quiet. The cost of the room was high for what we got.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Do not miss 'FRESHIES' they had the best fish tacos and salads around. Great value for the money. Great staff. If you want to eat on the rooftop with a view of the lake, be prepared to wait. Decor is Hawaiian.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sanjay
Great place to stay with beautiful lake view
We stayed there for two nights and had lot of fun visiting nearby attractions. Gondola ride in heavenly village is close by (we walked to it). The place is quiet and away from the Casinos. There is a bike trail next to hotel and you can get complimentary bikes from the hotel. There are lots of hiking places nearby. We will certainly consider this hotel for our future trips to Lake Tahoe.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
