Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.9
out of 5
63 reviews
just passes

location is great. But other than that, I can't say much about the hotel. We needed a night to... See full review

  • phaduman
  • Sep 12, 2011
Great Location!!

Hotels Location was great because it was near alot of shopping centers and about 5-10 minutes... See full review

  • Dunkman
  • Feb 7, 2011
Budget-friendly motel near gambling and Heavenly Mountain Resort
Its proximity to major casinos and restaurants in South Lake Tahoe makes the Travel Inn Lake Tahoe tops in affordable convenience. Guests have access to a heated swimming pool in summer and a cozy sauna all year long. The property is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, golf and the beach.
Highlights
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Year-round sauna           
  • Walking distance to casinos, restaurants
Rooms

The Travel Inn Lake Tahoe's rooms are furnished with either one queen or two double beds, direct-dial telephones (free local calls), hair-dryers and color cable television.

Features

It's hard to beat the 37-room Travel Inn Lake Tahoe's location. Right on the main street in South Lake Tahoe, the Travel Inn offers easy access to everything visitors love about Lake Tahoe. From skiing and snowboarding at Heavenly Mountain Resort, about a mile away, to boating and fishing on Lake Tahoe, it's all right out the door of the Travel Inn. Also, parking is free here.

Transportation
  • Reno-Tahoe International Airport (55 mi/90 km)


Attractions
  • Skiing/snowboarding (0.5 mi/0.8 km)
  • Golf (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Gaming (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Beach (0.2 mi/0.4 km)

Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe Rooms

Standard Queen
Standard Queen Room include: one queen bed with color cable television, direct dial telephones with free local calls, and hairdryers.
Standard Double
Standard Double Room include: two double beds with color cable television, direct dial telephones with free local calls, and hairdryers.

Hotel Map

Area served
South Lake Tahoe, California
Nearby airports
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL-Lake Tahoe)
Area description
Travel Inn is centrally located in the heart of South Lake Tahoe near skiing, gamming, and the beach. We are located within walking distance to many restaurants as well as the lake. We offer an outdoor spa and heated pool(summer only) as well as a sauna on property.

Amenities

  • Free parking
  • Pool

Dining

Nearby restaurants
Chevy's, Marie Calendars, The Brewery, Teps Villa Roma, Riva Grill.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

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.

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Guest Reviews (63)

Ratings and reviews for Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Overall score

2.9 / 5
63 out of 63
Amenities:
2.7
Room cleanliness:
3.3
Hotel staff:
3.8
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4.1
Value:
3.8

65% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
phaduman
San Jose, CA, USA
Sep 12, 2011

just passes

location is great. But other than that, I can't say much about the hotel. We needed a night to sleep, so it worked out ok. hot water was coming, toilet flush was working and bed linen was clean (but mattress itself was not to our expectation), so basic necessities were met. There is no breakfast except coffee from front office. It is not a negative, there are many eateries close-by, just FYI.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

1
Coupon Girl
Pittsburg, CA, USA
Sep 6, 2011

Won't do that again

Worst mistake I've made. I love deals but this was horrble. The room was disgusting and it put a damper on our vacation when we had to return to the hotel. Beds were super old and uncomfortable. Matress sunk in the middle Shower head was super low I had to bend my knees to shower and I'm 5'3. Bath towels were ripped! Carpet was gross! Just don't do it. Pay the extra $10 to stay elsewhere!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
1
Value:
1
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

4
Fast Eddie
San Jose, CA, USA
Aug 13, 2011

Tahoe Trip

The purpose of our trip was a getaway,rest and relax. Did a little gambling. We were very disappointed with the Hotel about two items. Check in time was 3:00 pm, well the room was in total mess. We had to wait two hours, until the room was ready. The next morning we were looking forward to a nice cup of coffee. The coffee was not ready until 10:00 am.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

1
Decompdan
Grass Valley, CA, USA
Aug 12, 2011

Horrible Service

Shockingly poor service from this hotel. They tried 3 times over the course of an hour, to not honor my Orbitz reservation which I had a copy of. They refused to give me a room key, told me Orbitz had not sent the fax, tried to raise the price, and told me my credit card was not valid (it was.) I refused to give in and finally got my room, but only after I got angry. For my efforts I got a rude 8:00 wake-up call in the room and eventually had to disconnect the phone because it wouldn't shut off. The poor attitude and borderline criminal behavior from this family owned business was shocking to me. I would never recommend this place due to their shocking, near criminal attempted shakedown of me despite my Orbitz reservation. Stay somewhere else!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

4
Chris
San Francisco
Feb 21, 2011

Great service!

We went went up to Tahoe for a quick ski trip and found this reasonable priced place for one night during a busy holiday weekend. Service was great at the front desk. Very hospitable and informative. [...] Would definately stay here for another quick boarding trip!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

1
Mike
sacramento ca
Feb 7, 2011

Worst hotel I've ever visited.

The hotel staff was rude. The sheets were dirty and the heater was broken. Do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
2
Value:
1
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

3
Dunkman
Salinas,Ca
Feb 7, 2011

Great Location!!

Hotels Location was great because it was near alot of shopping centers and about 5-10 minutes (w/traffic) from the casinos. Plus it was easy to get there since it's located on Tahoe Blvd. Staff was really friendly and had free wifi which saw they don't say they do on there amenities. The only thing I didn't like, is that alot of the stuff in the hotel was old like the furniture,tv, etc. Other than that it was clean and it was an overall good experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

3
Snowboard Dude
Oakland, CA
Jan 30, 2011

Good price and location

I just needed a place to crash for the night in South Lake Tahoe. The lady at the check in desk was super friendly. The hotel room is what I expected for $60 bucks; clean sheets, a small TV and a heater. Hotel is in a great location with Safeway a block away. If I needed a quick place to stay, I will stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Short walk, but maybe not in a blizzard.

Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

4
chrismcmahon
long beach, ca
Jan 19, 2011

can't beat the price

i was on a snow boarding trip, everything was cool. they have free coffee too.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of Travel Inn - Lake Tahoe

Reviewer score

1
SkiLovee
San Jose, CA
Jan 17, 2011

Travel Inn not good for the price

Good staff, good location, rooms were below average. Shower didn't work right, had to hold the knob while taking shower. I would say it was good enough for an overnight stay but not worth $100 I spent. I guess thats what you get for a last minute booking anyway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
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