Granlibakken Tahoe

3.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with full-service spa and outdoor pool

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Studio | Living area | 40-inch TV with cable channels
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Outdoor pool, open 10 AM to 10 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Hot Tub
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
725 Granlibakken Road, PO Box 6329, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Lodge bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tahoe City

Granlibakken Tahoe places you within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park and Granlibakken Resort Ski Area. This 50-room, 3-star resort welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. It's connected to the convention center in central Tahoe City and also close to Truckee River and Gatekeeper's Museum.

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Commons Beach Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Palisades Tahoe - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 22 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chalet - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crest Cafe and Catering - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Granlibakken Tahoe

Mountain ski retreat with full-service spa and outdoor pool
Granlibakken Tahoe features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 150 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this ski resort include a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and outdoor tennis courts.
40-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Granlibakken Day Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hungarian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 5 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Downhill skiing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Sledding
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowmobiling
  • Snowshoeing
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (24,050 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 150 (one-way), (from 7 to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Granlibakken Lodge
Granlibakken Lodge Hotel
Granlibakken Lodge Hotel Tahoe City
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Granlibakken Resort Tahoe City
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Granlibakken Tahoe Resort
Granlibakken Lodge Conference Center
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Granlibakken Tahoe?

Granlibakken Tahoe offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Granlibakken Tahoe?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granlibakken Tahoe on Jul 6, 2025 start from $213.7, 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 can I see close to Granlibakken Tahoe?

Located steps from Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park, this resort is in Tahoe City, and within a 10-minute walk of Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Truckee River. You'll also find North Lake Tahoe Historical Society and Gatekeepers Museum and St. Nicholas Episcopal Church less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Granlibakken Tahoe?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort. Electric car charging, wheelchair-accessible van parking, and bicycle parking are also available.

Is a spa located at Granlibakken Tahoe?

Granlibakken Day Spa is the resort's spa and services include prenatal massages, hot stone massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and couples treatments.

Does Granlibakken Tahoe have a casino at the property?

No, Granlibakken Tahoe doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Granlibakken Tahoe?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10 AM and 10 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Granlibakken Tahoe?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including an outdoor pool and a bar plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Are there hot tubs at Granlibakken Tahoe?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this resort.

Does Granlibakken Tahoe have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Granlibakken Tahoe serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Granlibakken Tahoe allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Granlibakken Tahoe though service animals are welcome.

Does Granlibakken Tahoe have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this resort for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Granlibakken Tahoe?

The closest major airport to Granlibakken Tahoe is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 19.1 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is located 28.8 mi away (55-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Granlibakken Tahoe?

Yes, some guestrooms at Granlibakken Tahoe offer a balcony and may feature courtyard views.

Does Granlibakken Tahoe offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Granlibakken Tahoe.

Granlibakken Tahoe Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 375 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 868 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed in standard room, which was basically a dorm room. The beds were hard and the heater never went above 70°F. It was snowing outside, so it was cold indoors. We ended up checking out a night early and staying at a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ivaylo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
TLDR: Would not stay here again. We arrived during a snow storm and the heater in our room didn’t work. They sent maintenance to the room but they couldn’t fix it. Then they told us to wait for a space heater to be sent to our room and when it finally arrived it was tiny. At this point we’d been in the room without heat for a while and the tiny space heater couldn’t heat the room. We asked for a new room with a working heater and they made us walk back down to the lobby in the snow storm to sign a new contract. The rooms are very old and not updated. The scariest part was that the door didn't have a safety latch. Our door looked like it had been tampered with on the inside as the wood was chipped near the lock. Felt very sketchy.
Chipped wood by the lock
No safety latch on door
Tiniest space heater of all time
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super icy. Fell on stelps.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were old and no elevators .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

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

Classic Comfort at the Granlibakken

We never stay anywhere else. Yes it's pricey,but oh so wonderful. Even with construction going on, it's peaceful and comfortable. When the pool is quiet, take a heavenly swim. Breakfast is fantastic!!
Enjoy the view and relax while watching kids play on the hill.
Snowy window view of the slopes
I hate leaving this beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon, Thousand Oaks

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet location with small buildings among the woods.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Loved most everything. One recommendation is to have microwaves available at the buffet breakfast. The breakfast selections were often cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Armaghan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofilina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Received a free room upgrade upon checking in and was pleasantly surprised by how helpful the staff was. The extra space in the suite made us feel like we were staying in a short-term rental rather than at a resort property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kush

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susruta

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for three nights for a business trip. Breakfast and dinner places in house were decent. Had issues with heating on first night but staff was very receptive and changed my room right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place is a great value. Perfect for a budget stay. Room was adequate and spacious with K-cup coffee maker, microwave and fridge. Staff is great. Close to Tahoe City and easy drive to Palisades.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025