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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, (1,061 reviews)
"Great location, convenient to walk to restaurants and the beach."
United States
Kari
The price is CA $154
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Crown Motel
A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and benches, a building with multiple windows, and a parking lot.

2. Travel Inn

Travel Inn
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Staff was extremely nice."
United States
hollie
The price is CA $98
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Travel Inn
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, (957 reviews)
"Nice, good location and efficient"
United States
Juan
The price is CA $197
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Basecamp Tahoe City
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

4. The Incline Lodge

The Incline Lodge
3.0 star property
Incline Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"Goog hotel"
United States
Dennis
The price is CA $203
CA $294 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Incline Lodge
A lodge with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by tall trees and string lights.

5. Adventure Lodge

Adventure Lodge
2.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Room was very small but well maintained. It seemed clean except I did get a large bug bite when I was sleeping. There’s no reception on site so you have to text if you need anything. Conveniently located and price was reasonable. Room had everything one needed, which was great, just quite cramped, but I would stay again if in the area,"
United States
Mary
The price is CA $99
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Adventure Lodge
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, (657 reviews)
"Not sure why Expedia gave it such a low rating. This hotel was cute, very clean and updated. The staff was extremely friendly as well. We were worried given the low rating but pleasantly surprised to walk into the room!!!!!"
United States
Shasta
The price is CA $209
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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, (1,152 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 4 - Oct 5
Motel 6 Carson City, NV
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.

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Best shower ever."
United States
Kenneth
The price is CA $100
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe
A neatly made bed with white linens and a single gray pillow.

9. Hotel Elevation

Hotel Elevation
2.5 star property
South Lake Tahoe
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is well maintained and the location makes it even better."
United States
Pradeep
The price is CA $71
CA $87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hotel Elevation
A lodge with a covered parking area, surrounded by tall trees.

10. Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Tahoe North Shore Lodge
2.0 star property
Carnelian Bay
6.8 out of 10, (549 reviews)
"Great value and location."
United States
Mark
The price is CA $146
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Tahoe North Shore Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a mirror.

11. Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol

Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
2.0 star property
Carson City
6.4 out of 10, (967 reviews)
"Property had bed bugs stained sheets"
United States
Gilberto
The price is CA $80
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol
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, (889 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 spacious living area with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, and a television in the background.

13. Historian Inn

Historian Inn
2.5 star property
Gardnerville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay in Gardnerville in an area"
United States
Jeremy
The price is CA $120
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Historian Inn
A spa area with two hot tubs, glass railings, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

14. Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
2.0 star property
Minden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location but room was dirty"
United States
Glenn
The price is CA $173
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites
A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and string lights.

15. Sierra Inn on the River

Sierra Inn on the River
2.0 star property
Kyburz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (489 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Chalcis Jan
The price is CA $155
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Sierra Inn on the River
A residential area with houses, a clear sky, and a hilly landscape in the background.

16. Sugarloaf Mountain Motel

Sugarloaf Mountain Motel
2.0 star property
Virginia City Historic District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (462 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, very convenient"
United States
Thierry
The price is CA $129
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Sugarloaf Mountain Motel
A Victorian Inn building with a prominent sign, located at a street corner with parked cars and a clear sky.

17. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
2.0 star property
Sparks
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 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 4 - Oct 5
Victorian Inn
A hotel room with a bathroom, a bed, a nightstand, and a mirror.

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown

Travelodge by Wyndham Reno Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Reno
5.6 out of 10, (1,003 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
A vending machine area with snack options and a clear exit sign.

19. Motel 6 Sparks, NV - Airport - Sparks

Motel 6 Sparks, NV - Airport - Sparks
2.0 star property
Sparks
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great staff . Always very friendly and helpful. Motel 6 on Victorian ave has the best customer service around"
United States
Dino
The price is CA $91
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Motel 6 Sparks, NV - Airport - Sparks
A reception area with a wooden counter, stone wall, and potted plants.

20. Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center

Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
2.0 star property
Old Southwest
5.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room , nice staff"
United States
Ismael
The price is CA $75
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Econo Lodge new Reno - Sparks Convention Center
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Lake Tahoe Motels information

Number of reviews
7,534
Accommodation
14 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $85
Highest Price
CA $294

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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