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High Country Lodge

2.0 star property
Hotel in South Lake Tahoe with free parking

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High Country Lodge, a short walk from Heavenly Gondola, offers a cozy mountain retreat. Enjoy practical amenities like free in-room WiFi, self parking, and express check-out. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the stay experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Room

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1227 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Pope Beach - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Heavenly Gondola - 13 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 13 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cascade Kitchens - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bert's Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Lake Tahoe AleWorX - ‬1 min drive

About this property

High Country Lodge

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe
Located close to Heavenly Gondola, High Country Lodge has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at High Country Lodge feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Renovated entire property - January 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel will place an authorization for the full cost of stay and incidentals for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

High Country Lodge South Lake Tahoe
High Country South Lake Tahoe
High Country Lodge Hotel
High Country Lodge South Lake Tahoe
High Country Lodge Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Is High Country Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at High Country Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at High Country Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM–2:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at High Country Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is High Country Lodge located?

Located in Gardner Mountain, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Barton Memorial Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Magic Carpet Golf and Tahoe Mountain Wedding Chapel. Washoe Meadows State Park and Lake Tahoe Balloons are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

High Country Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 707 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 707 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 707 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 707 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 707 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place nice rooms would definateley stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, comfortable, safe!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a short get away trip hotel was clean and staff was friendly I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at High Country Lodge multiple times and the staff has always been friendly and helpful. The rooms are well maintained, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convinent place. Quiet and easy access for view points in Lake Tahoe. Lots of dinning options around the lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, clean, convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in and staff was friendly. Like the location outside the busier part of South Tahoe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the Y. Close to everything I want.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Azar

Liked: Staff & service
This place was nice enough. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Last-minute booking. The area was nice—quiet and friendly, which I appreciated. However, I was surprised and disappointed to be charged an extra $40 for a late check-in. That detail wasn’t made clear up front, and it felt a bit unfair
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and clean

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spacious and liked the location; located most south from Y area,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I stayed here for 2 nights and we had a good stay. Room was decent, comfortable and clean. Check in was fast and staff was friendly and very nice to reccomend where to eat & places to go. I would come back here :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Indira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It appeared to be much better than expected! Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good price. Clean and in the area that we like.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked it because it was easy nice and neat
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonably priced - clean large rooms - no issues. Good pizza place within walking distance which was good because we didn't want to have to drive to dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Comfy. Easy Check-in. Clean. Fast wifi. Stoked
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, host was very personable. The only issue was he gave us a handicapped room so the shower was a bit of a problem. My bad for not asking for another room. Overall, we'd stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, but they had some sketchy looking people working for them.

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very nice but the bathroom area needs a bit of updating. The staff person I dealt with was really amazing. I highly recommend this place for the customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds where dirty. Hair on the bed. Didn't change sheets
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Priscilla

Received a message that check in was from 4pm-6pm it was very incovinient due to the fact that it disrupted our plans. We had to leave the beach get in our car wet check in then continue with what we were doing. Also cleanlyness could be better bathroon floor had dirt also the carpet in the entrance was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Brycken, Berkeley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Bed was the most uncomfortable bed I have ever slept in. Both my fiancé and I had a horrible sleep and our backs were aching the whole day after. We barely slept with how uncomfortable it was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

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