Truckee Donner Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Donner Lake

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Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view
Exterior
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
10527 Cold Stream Rd, Truckee, CA, 96161
  • Donner Lake
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Northstar California Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Reno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(80 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Truckee

Truckee Donner Lodge places you next to Tahoe National Forest and Donner Memorial State Park. This hotel has 65 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Donner Memorial State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Donner Lake - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Coyote Moon Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Northstar California Resort - 18 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 3 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wild Cherries Coffee House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco's Jalisco - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Truckee Donner Lodge

Hotel with free breakfast, near Donner Lake
Guests of Truckee Donner Lodge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guests can enjoy satellite TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free newspapers. Housekeeping is not available.
A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Truckee Donner Lodge?

This hotel is located in Truckee and just steps from Donner Memorial State Park and Tahoe National Forest. You'll also find Donner Lake and Truckee River within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Truckee Donner Lodge?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Truckee Donner Lodge on Jul 15, 2025 start from $158.1, 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.

Is there parking available at Truckee Donner Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Truckee Donner Lodge include a casino?

No, Truckee Donner Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Truckee Donner Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

Is Truckee Donner Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does Truckee Donner Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Truckee Donner Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Truckee Donner Lodge offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Truckee Donner Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Truckee Donner Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Truckee Donner Lodge?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Truckee Donner Lodge?

The closest major airport to Truckee Donner Lodge is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 6 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Truckee Donner Lodge?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Truckee Donner Lodge.

Truckee Donner Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1010 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
This was the perfect place for a quick ski weekend. I definitely want to come back! It wasn’t the newest or fanciest but there was a cute fireplace in the lobby, everything felt clean and comfortable. The latte machine was exactly what I needed, and if it had been colder I definitely would’ve gone in the hot tub. Close to downtown Truckee and Palisades. For my budget it was 5 stars!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE, Pittsburg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and we loved the decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Larisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and close to ski areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed at the Tahoe Donner Lodge twice for skiing at Sugar Bowl, and it's perfect. The rooms are just what we needed for a couple of nights on the slopes, the drive night to SB and to nearby restaurants is extremely convenient, and the included breakfast was delicious with many options. The staff was amazing, too! We'll be back next season for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikelle, Lafayette

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily Sui

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

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

8/10 Good

Maya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good coffee 24 hours in lobby!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meenu

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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great home base for our snowboarding weekend at Palisades / Alpine Meadows - just a 12-minute drive from the Palisades village parking lot (with no traffic - but you should expect traffic during peak commute hours). Friendly staff, very well-stocked continental breakfast and clean/comfy rooms. Although there are areas of the property that show it's age, it was reasonably well kept and very clean. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tamara

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

4/10 Poor

Brala

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is overpriced and room nothing special . WiFi is generally not working . No working computer or printer for customers . Lifeless lobby . Rude about early check in send a message before check in you need to pay more if you want to come early . Staff not at desk before check in time . Get a better deal somewhere else !!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for skiing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my wife we stayed over the presidents day long weekend, everything was great except its so expensive, 400 bucks a night. Got to avoid long weekends. Not really value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaspreet, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good choice, close to freeway
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Onur

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuhee

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