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Big Pines Mountain House

2.0 star property
Private beach and seasonal outdoor pool, near Heavenly Gondola

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool

Explore the area

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4083 Cedar Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe King, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe King, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard King Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard King Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen beds, Kitchen, Non Smoking

  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive King Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive King Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Non Smoking

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Apartment with Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Living Room and Full Kitchen

  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Spa Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

King Spa Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Non Smoking

  • 454 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family room, 1 King bed and 1 Bunk bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family room, 1 King bed and 1 Bunk bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

Located in Lakeside Park, Big Pines Mountain House is within a 5-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like The Shops at Heavenly Village. This 75-room hotel has a private beach, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caesars Race & Sportsbook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wolf by Vanderpump - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Landshark Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Azul-Latin Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Big Pines Mountain House

Private beach and seasonal outdoor pool, near Heavenly Gondola
Big Pines Mountain House offers free WiFi in public areas and a seasonal outdoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free beach shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from July to September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Big Mountain House
Big Pines Mountain
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Big Pines Mountain House Of Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Big Pines Mountain House?

Big Pines Mountain House provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Pines Mountain House?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Pines Mountain House on Dec 11, 2025 start from $50.46, 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.

What's there to do near Big Pines Mountain House?

This hotel is situated in Lakeside Park, just steps from Heavenly Gondola, and within a 10-minute walk of The Shops at Heavenly Village and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino. You'll also find Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Big Pines Mountain House?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Big Pines Mountain House include a casino?

No, Big Pines Mountain House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Big Pines Mountain House?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from July until September.

Is Big Pines Mountain House a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a nearby private beach plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and jetted bathtubs.

Are there hot tubs at Big Pines Mountain House?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Big Pines Mountain House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Big Pines Mountain House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Big Pines Mountain House allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Big Pines Mountain House for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night.

Does Big Pines Mountain House have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Big Pines Mountain House?

The closest major airport to Big Pines Mountain House is Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is 6.8 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is around 27.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Big Pines Mountain House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Big Pines Mountain House.

Big Pines Mountain House Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 243 out of 1001 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst hotel

The service in this Hotel is the worst I ever stayed. I request 7 towels, they gave me 6, I had to go pick them up to the office, and I had to use a wet towel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

ricardo

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bathroom is terrible a lot sounds in the night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vladislav

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hallway and steps and area outside the hotel room smells like piss. Vomit and other things idk what they are. My room smelled of piss and vomit. My bed had hair in it and was dirty. The other bed was ok. Bathroom was dirty and old. Not enjoyable room for 180$
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not maintained and run down.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rolando

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Honest review, start with positive -- felt safe. Area is near downtown and lits of wlakable restaurants / stores. Cons: Room does not look clean Room 271 -- AC took 6 hours to get down from 79 degrees to 70 and it was like 60 degrees outside (didnt feel safe opening the big window) Looks very rundown inside and outside Rate was steep for what it was $180?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 8:30 pm and there was no one at the front desk. After waiting about 20 minutes, we decided to call the hotel number. The first person who answered didn’t seem to know much and just gave us another number to call. When we called, the second person told us that our room key was in a safe box. When we checked in, the room had a strange smell. I tried to take a shower, but the tub was dirty and the shower was broken. We called again, and they said someone would come to fix it. After waiting a while with no one showing up, I called again and requested a room change. Finally, someone came to help us. Thankfully, he was very kind and assisted us in switching rooms. I understand this is a budget hotel, but I was still surprised by the lack of staff and the poor condition of the place. Overall, I wouldn’t book here again unless it was a last-minute option and no other choices were available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despicably dirty, and unsafe. Shower didn’t work, no outlets to plug in devices(medical devices), floors had holes, walls were dirty, headboards had a thick layer of dust and grime on them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Eamon

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good basic motel in the heart of Lake Tahoe area. Room is a little rough, but it is clean and there is lots of parking plus great staff. Also, you have discounts for beach entry if you stay here so it saves you a ton of money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mel Joe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ferhat

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very well maintained, and the bathroom and toilet were very, the runway, I stayed for 2 days, although they didn't clean and we couldn't take a shower, there was a lady in the lobby for 2 days, it was very good and she was smiling, we didn't have any problems with parkin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oscar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Booked for 3 nights, we basically just looked at property, everything was dirty, missing tiles on the floors, mold in the showers poop in the toilets just horrible. We turned around gave the keys back and told the person in charge that we where not staying there, and we explained why. Contracted Hotels.com and explained all this, they told me they would work with the property to get me a refund. So far no refund and no updates. Had to pay another $2100 to stay at a different hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pine Mountain House from HELL !

Big Pines is under new management from the last time we stayed there. The WIFI (Television reception) was very bad and inconsistant, the Pool was being renovated, hair dryer was broken, the safe was inoperable. The smoke detector was "metal strapped " to the wall ! It as a very bad experience, I would rate them 0/10 points.
Smoke detector metal strapped to the wall
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mario

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

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

Dont recommend this hotel at all

When we booked the room, we booled a 'King Suite with a kitchen". Upon arrival, we were told "that's on the bottom floor and if we wanted a top floor, it wasn't available. And, there'd be no price adjusted. The first room, they put us in, the shower wouldnt stop dripping, and there was water on the floor. The second room, the carpet felt 'sticky' and the bed had a HUGE dip in it. The manager, Ron said he couldnt switch out a matress until the next day. At this point its 1pm, and check in for other rooms was 3 hrs away. We booked elsewhere and now have to deal with insurance. Wont be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

V

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very accommodating. Excellent service. Pool was not in service ☹️ Ron was very attentive and compassionate. Thank you for a memorable vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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