Bluelake Inn at Tahoe

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Located close to Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village, Bluelake Inn at Tahoe provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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  • 25 sq m
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

In the mountains, Bluelake Inn at Tahoe is in Lakeside Park, a walkable area in South Lake Tahoe with great shopping. Heavenly Gondola and Lakeside Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lakeside Beach and Van Sickle Bi-State Park. The Shops at Heavenly Village and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing and sledding. Visit our South Lake Tahoe travel guide
Map
944 Friday Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • A cable car at Heavenly Lake Tahoe, surrounded by buildings and a field of white flowers.
    Heavenly Gondola
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A building with a red roof and a stone wall in front.
    The Shops at Heavenly Village
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • An aerial view of a town with dense forest in the background, a mix of commercial and residential buildings, and a main road running through the center.
    Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A calm lake with two paddleboarders, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and dense forest.
    Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A beach with a mountain range in the background and the sun setting over the water.
    Lakeside Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Base Camp Pizza Co.
    5 min walk
  • Caesars Race & Sportsbook
    6 min walk
  • Lucky Beaver Bar and Casino
    9 min walk
  • Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluelake Inn at Tahoe pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluelake Inn at Tahoe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bluelake Inn at Tahoe?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Bluelake Inn at Tahoe located?

Located in Lakeside Park, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village. Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Lakeside Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bluelake Inn at Tahoe Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location, standard rooms for an older place, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, clean, comfortable, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent accommodations, somewhat dated but very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleaned room every day without me asking Very helpful service desk attendant providing suggestions and ideas for my trip. Loved that there was a fridge and microwave Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good and great location, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, comfortable. staff was helpful and very nice. location was great and price was very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room. Easy walking to main roads, restaurants, shopping, casino. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfortable bed. That's all we needed as we were traveling through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet tucked in property close to venues, restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a great location to the Casinos & shopping blvd. We stayed in a king sized bedroom, which was a bit outdated, but okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciate the cleanliness, the frig and microwave, hair dryer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was great, the staff was considerate and it was within walking distance of local shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unfortunately I forgot the ladies name that was working. But she was extremely helpful in showing me the hotel, my room,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location, clean, large size rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location. Spacious room. Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Ideal location for a visit to South Lake Tahoe without spending a fortune. Keep in mind that it's a motel so don't expect luxurious accommodations, but was clean and they had free parking. The two people at the front desk (perhaps the owners) were really nice. thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient to walk to stores/restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good for the money paid. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the location, walking distance to the beach, restaurants, shopping and casinos. Bummed the pool was closed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Close to Heavenly Mall, and Lift. Close to Casinos. Close to beach. Nice clean property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location! Basic clean motel. You can walk everywhere. Clean no bugs simple basic motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Great services. Walking distance to stateline. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. There was sufficient parking. Shower was great. Perfect room for family. Location was easy walk away from Heavenly shops. Cleaning staff was friendly and very attentive and thorough. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026