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Clair Tappaan Lodge

1.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out access, near Donner Ski Ranch

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Library
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Library
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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19940 Donner Pass Rd, Soda Springs, CA, 95728
  • Place, Sugar Bowl
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Bowl Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Donner Ski Ranch
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Very good
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  • 12 Twin Beds

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 18
  • 18 Twin Beds

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6 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Private Efficiency Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Efficiency Style Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 15 Twin Bunk Beds

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10 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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12 Bed Bunk Style Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

12 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Beds

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8 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

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5 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 30
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds and 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Soda Springs

Clair Tappaan Lodge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Donner Ski Ranch and Sugar Bowl Resort. This 28-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like ski-in/ski-out access, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Sugar Bowl - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sugar Bowl Resort - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Donner Ski Ranch - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Chair #1 - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Disney Express Ski Lift - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 19 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪For Real Dough - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Donner Lake Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Pub At Donner Lake - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old 40 Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Upper Deck Bar (at Boreal) - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Clair Tappaan Lodge

Ski-in/ski-out access, near Donner Ski Ranch
Guests of Clair Tappaan Lodge enjoy features like ski-in/ski-out access, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this ski hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. 2 bathrooms are also standard. Bathrooms are shared.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include ski-in/ski-out access.

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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 52 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 detached shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 52 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Clair Tappaan Soda Springs
Clair Tappaan Lodge Soda Springs
Clair Tappaan Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Clair Tappaan Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Soda Springs

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Clair Tappaan Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clair Tappaan Lodge on Jan 12, 2026 start from $58.32, 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 within easy reach of Clair Tappaan Lodge?

This hostel is located in Soda Springs, just steps from Tahoe National Forest. You'll also find Donner Lake and Donner Ski Ranch within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Clair Tappaan Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Clair Tappaan Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like ski-in/out access plus some rooms include fireplaces and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Clair Tappaan Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Clair Tappaan Lodge offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Clair Tappaan Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Clair Tappaan Lodge.

Does Clair Tappaan Lodge have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Clair Tappaan Lodge?

The closest major airport to Clair Tappaan Lodge is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 18.4 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Yes, some rooms at this hostel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy mountain or courtyard views.

Does Clair Tappaan Lodge host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Clair Tappaan Lodge if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Clair Tappaan Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 44 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Benedicte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful lodge - can be totally empty off season

I was not expecting to see not a single soul during my entire stay. If I appreciate the simple check in process, it would have been nice to get a real person to talk to get the basic infos on the way around. It was off season and I enjoyed the surrounding, the coziness of the main rooms and the quality of the prestation. But alone in the unheated building was a very awkward feeling. Think of bringing a lighter to start a fire if you’re on your own 😃
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aryanna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was super cute! A great place to stop in for a night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can pay for the breakfast meal that’s served at 8 a.m. If you miss it, then you can make your own sandwich after 9 a.m. Laundry is available for free and communal areas are spacious and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Preston

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Misleading no sheets provides. Not willing to help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decline
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Did not like the lack of info provided regarding access to the property. No advance notice of parking and distance from the road in snow conditions was provided. Once in the bldg it was fine as a hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Calvin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. Rooms were clean and the library was cozy. The games and game room were in terrible condition. Everything was unusable or broken or missing pieces. Also, the food was a bit disappointing. We paid $40 a person for 1 breakfast and one lunch. Breakfast was a limited amount of scrambled eggs, plain hasbrowns, and sausages. Lunch was make your own PBJ. Unfortunately there is only a microwave available to guests so bringing your own food is difficult. And if you want dinner, make sure to order when you book reservation as they didn’t accommodate us as we arrived too late to add on site (something they advertised as an option online).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katherine

Disliked: Amenities
I booked the 5 bed dorm. They put me in a room the size of a small closet with two tiny bunks. It had two single pane widows and it was very cold all night. The mattress was terrible. I booked two nights but left after the first night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ryan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating given our last minute stay due to weather conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Didn’t get what I paid for

It is not the room l booked and we couldn’t stay. so we left and find another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Winter indoor camping. Ski coats are a necessity at breakfast. Heat was off for two days on our wing including bathrooms. Bring sleeping bags and towels. Parking and unloading luggage is an Olympic nightmare. You walk on a narrow path on top of 6 feet of snow for 150 yards. Path is maybe 2 feet wide, steep and has holes ,and if you are off the path you will sink to your waist. But, the sledding is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Xinyue

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

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

Icy outside, and cold inside!

They’ve got a driveway they don’t maintain well, and a parking lot they don’t maintain well, that are the slipperiest we’ve ever experienced! And it was not clear there was no point to driving up the crazy driveway / no parking up there. Sometimes one factor can ruin an experience no matter how nice everything else is, and in this case it was two factors. 1) Every time we were in our moving vehicle on their property, I was afraid the vehicle was going to be damaged by sliding off the road or into another vehicle in their parking lot. The public roads were fine, it was only their driveway and parking lot that were horribly maintained and thus icy af. 2) The window in our room did such a horrible job blocking the cold, and no heat in the room, that we were cold all night even after renting blankets since they don’t provide ANY with the room! Crazy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If your planning to come to the Sugar Resort in the winter do not book at this location. They will close the hotel without telling you but worse off all they don’t even own a snow plow to clear their entrance. Bad service and bad management. Their rooms are non refundable too, garbage
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025