South Lake Tahoe Motel: Best South Lake Tahoe Motels 2026

Q: What are the best motels in South Lake Tahoe?

Travel Inn : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Hotel Elevation : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Adventure Lodge : Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as heating. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Hampton Inn and Suites South Lake Tahoe : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Access to an outdoor pool is included.

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A snow-covered outdoor area with picnic tables and benches, a building with multiple windows, and a parking lot.

1. Travel Inn

South Lake Tahoe

John

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A lodge with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by tall trees and string lights.

2. Adventure Lodge

South Lake Tahoe

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A neatly made bed with white linens and a single gray pillow.

3. Hotel Elevation

South Lake Tahoe

Pradeep

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spa area with two hot tubs, glass railings, and a seating area with a view of the outside.

4. Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Minden

John

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious living area with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with a vase, and a television in the background.

5. Historian Inn

Gardnerville

Jeremy

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A view from a balcony overlooking a parking lot, a row of houses, and a body of water with mountains in the distance.

6. Pepper Tree Inn

Downtown Tahoe City

Alex

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

Carson City

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

Carson City

Manoranjan

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A wooden deck with chairs overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and string lights.

9. Sierra Inn on the River

Kyburz

Chalcis Jan

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

10. Basecamp Tahoe City

Downtown Tahoe City

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A room with a dining table, chairs, a blue armchair, a globe, and a plant.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Carson City

Carson City

Marjorie

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

12. The Incline Lodge

Incline Village

Karin

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A display of various food items including cereals, cookies, and snacks on a wooden counter.

13. The Woodfords Inn

Markleeville

Leona

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

14. Crown Motel

Kings Beach

Jocelyn

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bathroom with a heart-shaped bathtub, a glass block wall, and a large window with a view of buildings outside.

15. The Inn at Boatworks

Downtown Tahoe City

Saira

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a mirror.

16. Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol

Carson City

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A lodge with a covered parking area, surrounded by tall trees.

17. Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Carnelian Bay

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Top South Lake Tahoe Hotel Reviews

Blackjack Inn South Lake Tahoe

8/10 Good

"Check in and out process was super easy, staff was very friendly and at the time parking was easy to find right in front of our room."

Hilton Vacation Club Tahoe Seasons Lake Tahoe

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay! The property was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. The room was spacious and comfortable, and everything we needed was readily available. The location was convenient, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to others!"

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

10/10 Excellent

"Location, location, location. A lot to see, lot to do in walking distance. Good restaurants, shopping, trails, beaches and casinos. Margaritaville's resort is very nice, clean, safe and well laid out. Rooms, very comfortable and spacious. Has a beautiful entrance and great valet service. I was there for my 41-wedding anniversary and would stay there again. 4.8 Resort in my opinion."

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Accommodation	4 Motels
Lowest Price	€51
Highest Price	€182

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to South Lake Tahoe?

As you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in South Lake Tahoe. Top sights to visit include Heavenly Ski Resort.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.

What are the best motels in South Lake Tahoe?

Travel Inn: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Hotel Elevation: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Adventure Lodge: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as heating. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Hampton Inn and Suites South Lake Tahoe: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Access to an outdoor pool is included.

What can I do in South Lake Tahoe?

While you're sightseeing in the area, make sure that you enjoy its majestic mountain landscape and scenic lakeside. People who've visited South Lake Tahoe love its ski slopes and entertainment. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Campground by the Lake, El Dorado Beach and Regan Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Heavenly Village Ice Rink, Lake Tahoe Balloons and Heavenly Village Mini Golf. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Heavenly Ski Resort, South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena and Ski Run Marina.

What's the seasonal weather like in South Lake Tahoe?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in South Lake Tahoe to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in South Lake Tahoe are March, February, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 75 cm of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around South Lake Tahoe while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in South Lake Tahoe to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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