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Playpark Lodge

2.5 star property
Hotel in South Lake Tahoe with free parking

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Deluxe Suite | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Exterior
Front of property
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Located near Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Playpark Lodge offers a cozy mountain retreat with a welcoming firepit and outdoor entertainment area. Travelers enjoy the fresh air, stay connected with WiFi, and appreciate the time-saving express check-in service.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds

2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Renovated in 2024
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1184 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Pope Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Heavenly Gondola - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 13 min drive - 5.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cascade Kitchens - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bert's Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lake Tahoe AleWorX - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Playpark Lodge

Hotel remodeled in 2024 and located near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
Playpark Lodge provides amenities like a firepit and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a TV in the lobby
  • An off-leash area, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - December 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 46.80 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 46.80 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Aerie Lodge Lake Tahoe
Aerie Lodge
Aerie Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe Lodge
Lake Tahoe South Lake Tahoe
PlayPark Lodge Hotel
At the Lake A Tahoe Lodge
PlayPark Lodge South Lake Tahoe
PlayPark Lodge Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Is Playpark Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 46.80 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Playpark Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Playpark Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playpark Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.

Where is Playpark Lodge located?

Located in Gardner Mountain, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Barton Memorial Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Magic Carpet Golf and Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel. Lake Tahoe Balloons and Mt. Tallac Trail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Playpark Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 216 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and comfortable. The staff was excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

This hotel is very clean and cute ..Owners are extremely helpfull and frienldy....We will definitely be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always stay this cute little place when I come to Tahoe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice. A bit weird with no staff. Turned out fine. Great room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kumiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room has been renovated and had everything I needed. I appreciated small things - paper towel, paper plates and cups, utensils, and working outlets (it's frustrating when your chargers don't stay in the outlets at some motels). Even though the motel is located on a busy road, the road noise did not bother me at all. There is no staff on site and you get the entry key code remotely, which worked just fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location and recently updated
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Great place, exceeded my expectations
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great dog friendly stay

We loved Playpark’s accommodations for our dog. When we arrived we were welcomed with a dog treat, dog bowl, dog towel and sheet that our dog could lay on without being on the actual bed sheets. The bed was comfy and the room had everything we needed for a weekend stay in Tahoe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is a basic place to stay for the night - nothing fancy or upscale. Clean, fairly conveniently located, good outdoor space and facilities, it meets all the basic requirements.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and neat property with plentiful room amenities. Check in was done remotely and room access was via a code. 4 restaurants within 5 min walking distance. Very comfortable stay. $40 per night fee for my dog. I would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in process very simple
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked was clean and the outside side area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

E. Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have been upgraded with new doors & electronic locks, sinks, showers, tables, chairs, beds, coffeemakers, microwaves and minifridges. So even though the rooms are small (the motel itself is old) it's still a good value given the upgrades. One improvement we would suggest is to install some kind of rack in the rooms to be able to hang clothing (such as wet ski clothes).
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

The property is old but inside is quite nice. The floor is crooked
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic find!

This hotel was such a great find! It’s very family friendly, and so conveniently located! We were there in March for a snowshoeing trip. What first attracted us to it was the fact that it is dog friendly! And I mean, dog friendly! Right inside the door was gear for the dog plus a biscuit! We had the king suite which was wonderful. The bed was comfy and the room had so many thoughtful extras: a flashlight, a power strip, picnic ware, and plenty of fluffy white towels! We’ve already booked our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place is cozy and convenient. Service staff are prompt and responsive. Only recommendation I would make is soften towels and make them smell freshly washed. Linen too. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I normally love this little place. This time I didn’t care for the room I was placed in and the shower wasn’t working correctly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Susan

I didn't stay. When I got there, there was construction materials and multiple pickup trucks - I did not feel safe, and drove several hours to get home instead of staying.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad, not good either

The room in the pictures for booking was nice. Unfortunately, that may have been a remodeled room, the one stayed in was nowhere near what the picture showed. Very outdated, the front porch was under construction which made for a large step into the room and constant banging / loud noises outside the room. May be a nice place to stay if you have kids to utilize the outside play area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Playpark Lodge was everything you could hope for. It was well laid out, had everything you could require (there was no decaf coffee but they delivered right after I requested it). I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and cozy stay! TV WiFi had some issues staying connected.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fang-yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location for Ski in Sierra at Tahoe
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashwini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and easy parking. Rooms were very clean! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

AR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good to stay .clean room ,room smell like clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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