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Our top choices for Lake Tahoe motels

A waterfront property with a beach, a covered patio, and a building with a deck.

1. Crown Motel

Crown Motel
2.0 star property
Kings Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"Great location, convenient to walk to restaurants and the beach."
United States
Kari
The price is CA $151
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Crown Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

2. The Incline Lodge

The Incline Lodge
3.0 star property
Incline Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (311 reviews)
"What an incredible stay! From the staff to the room. We only stayed one night for a wedding, but as Truckee locals it’s amazing to stay at such an amazing establishment for a staycation!"
United States
Darlene
The price is CA $196
CA $287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Incline Lodge
A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

3. Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"Nice, good location and efficient"
United States
Juan
The price is CA $198
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Basecamp Tahoe City
A view from a balcony overlooking a parking lot, a row of houses, and a body of water with mountains in the distance.

4. Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"The young lady at the front desk was very sweet and helpful."
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $160
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Pepper Tree Inn
A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and benches, a building with multiple windows, and a parking lot.

5. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,018 reviews)
"Staff was extremely nice."
United States
hollie
The price is CA $81
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Travel Inn
A modern bathroom with a heart-shaped bathtub, a glass block wall, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.

6. The Inn at Boatworks

The Inn at Boatworks
2.0 star property
Downtown Tahoe City
6.8 out of 10, (660 reviews)
"Taylor was very helpful."
United States
Saira
The price is CA $194
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Inn at Boatworks
A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. Motel 6 Carson City, NV

Motel 6 Carson City, NV
2.0 star property
Carson City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,156 reviews)
"Great last minute stay, helped with all accommodations I needed"
United States
Angelica
The price is CA $79
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Motel 6 Carson City, NV
A lodge with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by tall trees and string lights.

8. Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"The bed was extremely uncomfortable and the spotlight outside made it impossible to get the room dark enough to sleep and it’s on a busy road so noise is constant. It was a great spot and easy to get to everything so thats a plus."
United States
Sammy
The price is CA $95
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Adventure Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread and white pillows. There are framed pictures on the wall, a bedside lamp, and a flat-screen TV.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe

Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
2.0 star property
Carson City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Best shower ever."
United States
Kenneth
The price is CA $100
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
A neatly made bed with white linens and a single gray pillow.

10. Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
6.6 out of 10, (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel is well maintained and the location makes it even better."
United States
Pradeep
The price is CA $70
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Elevation
A lodge with a covered parking area, surrounded by tall trees.

11. Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
2.0 star property
Carnelian Bay
6.8 out of 10, (551 reviews)
"Great value and location."
United States
Mark
The price is CA $149
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Tahoe North Shore Lodge
A room with a dining table, chairs, a blue armchair, a globe, and a plant.

12. Americas Best Value Inn Carson City

Americas Best Value Inn Carson City
2.0 star property
Carson City
6.4 out of 10, (891 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jose
The price is CA $110
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Americas Best Value Inn Carson City
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a mirror.

13. Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol

Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
2.0 star property
Carson City
6.4 out of 10, (969 reviews)
"Property had bed bugs stained sheets"
United States
Gilberto
The price is CA $80
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
A spacious living area with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, and a television in the background.

14. Historian Inn

Historian Inn
2.5 star property
Gardnerville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay in Gardnerville in an area"
United States
Jeremy
The price is CA $124
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Historian Inn
A spa area with two hot tubs, glass railings, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

15. Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
2.0 star property
Minden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location but room was dirty"
United States
Glenn
The price is CA $173
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and string lights.

16. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
2.0 star property
Kyburz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (490 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Chalcis Jan
The price is CA $155
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Sierra Inn on the River
A residential area with houses, a clear sky, and a hilly landscape in the background.

17. Sugarloaf Mountain Motel

Sugarloaf Mountain Motel
2.0 star property
Virginia City Historic District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (463 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, very convenient"
United States
Thierry
The price is CA $127
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sugarloaf Mountain Motel
A display of various food items including cereals, cookies, and snacks on a wooden counter.

18. The Woodfords Inn

The Woodfords Inn
2.5 star property
Markleeville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (186 reviews)
"Adorable, quaint, affordable with all the needed things❤️ Great stay just outside of Lake Tahoe without the Lake Tahoe pricing. Perfect for what we were looking for!"
United States
Tajmah
The price is CA $238
CA $271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Woodfords Inn
A Victorian Inn building with a prominent sign, located at a street corner with parked cars and a clear sky.

19. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
2.0 star property
Sparks
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Loved this little place walkable to events clean and cozy"
United States
Leonard
The price is CA $81
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Victorian Inn
A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a nightstand, and a mirror.

20. Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown

Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Reno
5.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"I slept.well."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $83
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
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Top Lake Tahoe Hotel Reviews

3 Peaks Resort & Beach Club

3 Peaks Resort & Beach Club

8/10 Good
"Great location and within walking distance of the main road and beach. The room was on the small side with thin walls - we were located on the bottom floor and could hear everything from the room above us. Would stay again but probably ask for a top floor."
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
3 Peaks Resort & Beach Club

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Lake Tahoe Motels information

Number of reviews
8,440
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $85
Highest Price
CA $287

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in Lake Tahoe?
You can find a great deal from CA $85 on Lake Tahoe motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Lake Tahoe motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a Lake Tahoe motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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