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Our top choices for Southside Highlands hotels

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a reception area with a counter and pendant lighting.

1. Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent location...it adjoining the Donner State Park near Donner Pass."
United States
Doug
The price is CAΒ $152
CAΒ $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Truckee Donner Lodge
A restaurant with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and a fireplace. There are tables and chairs, and a television is mounted on the wall.

2. The Inn at Truckee

The Inn at Truckee
2.0 star property
5.1 km from Southside Highlands
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel - good value. Clean rooms and great staff."
United States
Evelyn
The price is CAΒ $132
CAΒ $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Inn at Truckee
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (984 reviews)
"Very nice and not to far to drive to lake"
United States
Suwat
The price is CAΒ $191
CAΒ $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
A modern log cabin with a large porch, surrounded by tall trees.

4. Donner Lake Inn

Donner Lake Inn
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Southside Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"The breakfast good was good. The view was nice and it was very quiet. The location was very good."
United States
Michelle
The price is CAΒ $187
CAΒ $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Donner Lake Inn
A wooden lodge with a covered porch and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

5. Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe

Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
4.0 star property
8.7 km from Southside Highlands
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful location. Will stay again."
United States
wayne
The price is CAΒ $165
CAΒ $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Gravity Haus Truckee-Tahoe
A hot tub surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a pool in the background.

6. Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
10.1 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (928 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Arti
The price is CAΒ $184
CAΒ $211 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Martis Valley Lodge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A two-story building with a dark facade and white trim, featuring a balcony with a metal railing and a decorative metal bench. The number "10101" is displayed on the front door.

7. West River House

West River House
2.0 star property
Downtown Truckee, 7.3 km from Southside Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (251 reviews)
"This place was great."
United States
Veronika
The price is CAΒ $126
CAΒ $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
West River House
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a sign advertising 'Best Western PLUS'.

8. Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel

Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Southside Highlands
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was great!"
United States
Katherine
The price is CAΒ $167
CAΒ $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
Two wooden chairs in a snowy outdoor setting with a fire pit in the background.

9. Clair Tappaan Lodge

Clair Tappaan Lodge
1.0 star property
7 km from Southside Highlands
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Clean rooms and staff were friendly "
United States
Jonathan
The price is CAΒ $115
CAΒ $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Clair Tappaan Lodge
A sauna with wooden walls and benches.

10. Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (661 reviews)
"Loved our off-season stay."
United States
CELIA
The price is CAΒ $135
CAΒ $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
A snow-covered building with multiple balconies and a lit entrance.

11. The Village at Palisades Tahoe

The Village at Palisades Tahoe
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Beautiful location"
United States
Catriona
The price is CAΒ $154
CAΒ $256 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Village at Palisades Tahoe
A mountain lodge with a steep roof, surrounded by autumn foliage and a rocky mountain backdrop.

12. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Southside Highlands
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (545 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a charming hotel, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Our deluxe one bedroom with the kitchen worked perfectly for us. We would recommend this hotel as a lovely place to stay in Lake Tahoe."
United States
YaelandAri
The price is CAΒ $123
CAΒ $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Olympic Village Inn
A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, balconies, and a landscaped area with trees and a wooden fence.

13. Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
4.5 star property
Northstar Village, 13.6 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. We like spacious rooms and firm beds, it had everything I needed with small kids to make my stay memorable and comfortable"
United States
Shreya
The price is CAΒ $159
CAΒ $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

14. Basecamp Tahoe City

Basecamp Tahoe City
3.0 star property
19.6 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (979 reviews)
"Great central location with plenty of parking and in walking distance to Lake Tahoe, hiking, and food."
United States
Tony
The price is CAΒ $139
CAΒ $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Basecamp Tahoe City
A multi-story hotel with stone and wood exterior, outdoor seating area, and a directory sign.

15. One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe

One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
Northstar Village, 13.8 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (453 reviews)
"We loved it. Very quiet in the offseason but the room (condo) was amazing."
United States
PAMELA
The price is CAΒ $169
CAΒ $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
One Village Place Residences, Lake Tahoe
A view through a glass door with a fire feature and wicker hanging chairs.

16. evo Hotel Tahoe City

evo Hotel Tahoe City
4.0 star property
19.7 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
"All around pleasant stay."
United States
ROSITA
The price is CAΒ $147
CAΒ $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
evo Hotel Tahoe City
A lodge with a stone facade, wooden porch, and a view of a lake at dusk.

17. Firelite Lodge

Firelite Lodge
3.0 star property
21 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (730 reviews)
"great place for the value - nice location"
United States
Gary
The price is CAΒ $105
CAΒ $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Firelite Lodge
A view from a balcony overlooking a pool area with a mountainous backdrop.

18. Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe

Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
13.9 km from Southside Highlands
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Liked location."
United States
Susan
The price is CAΒ $349
CAΒ $485 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Everline Resort and Spa, Lake Tahoe
A waterfront property with a beach, a covered patio, and a building with a deck.

19. Crown Motel

Crown Motel
2.0 star property
22.7 km from Southside Highlands
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,060 reviews)
"Great place to stay on Lake Tahoe"
United States
andrew
The price is CAΒ $146
CAΒ $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Crown Motel
A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

20. Cedar Glen Lodge

Cedar Glen Lodge
2.0 star property
20.2 km from Southside Highlands
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (787 reviews)
"The room was beautiful and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Kaiyla
The price is CAΒ $177
CAΒ $198 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Cedar Glen Lodge
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Where to stay in Southside Highlands

Find the best Southside Highlands areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake with two paddleboarders, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense forest.

Northstar

While visiting Northstar, you might make a stop by sights like Northstar Golf Course and Northstar California Resort.
A wooden cabin with a wooden deck overlooking a forested valley and a lake.

Northstar Village

If you're spending some time in Northstar Village, Big Springs Express Gondola and Northstar California Resort are top sights worth seeing.
A town with mountains in the background, surrounded by greenery and buildings.

Downtown Truckee

If you're spending some time in Downtown Truckee, Truckee River and Commercial Row are top sights worth seeing.
A snow-covered mountain landscape with a winding road, a lake, and dense forests.

Ponderosa Palisades

Though Ponderosa Palisades might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Commercial Row and Ponderosa Golf Course.

Top Southside Highlands Hotel Reviews

Pepper Tree Inn

Pepper Tree Inn

8/10 Good
"Great location close to shops and food options. Most of the rooms have a view of lake. Everything is a bit dated and in need of some TLC."
Steven 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Pepper Tree Inn

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Southside Highlands?
The best time to visit Southside Highlands is during the late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) months, when the weather is pleasant and the crowds are smaller.

Late spring offers comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 15Β°C to 25Β°C, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and exploring the scenic trails of the Highlands. The wildflowers are usually in full bloom, adding to the natural beauty. You'll find fewer visitors compared to the peak summer months, allowing for a more relaxed experience at popular attractions like the Highland Falls viewpoint.

Early autumn also provides excellent weather, with temperatures similar to late spring, usually between 12Β°C and 22Β°C. The foliage begins to change, offering stunning landscapes of reds and golds, particularly along the routes leading to the Highland Summit.
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Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Southside Highlands hotel for you.
How much is the nightly rate at a Southside Highlands hotel?
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