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The Cottage Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A rustic lodge with a stone chimney, wooden exterior, and a stone fence. - The Cottage Inn (Tahoe City)
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Located close to Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Gatekeeper's Museum, The Cottage Inn provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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Exceptional
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Cozy Corner, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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A cozy log cabin bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, a stone fireplace, and a stone wall.

Tahoe Teepee, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 17 sq m
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  • Sleeps 2
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A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two nightstands, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Rustic Retreat, Queen Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A cozy cabin-style bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and wooden walls.

Old Fishing Hole, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden-themed bedroom with a bed, a mounted television, and a wall-mounted headboard.

Stagecoach Stop, King Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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A cozy cabin-style bedroom with a bed, wooden walls, and a herringbone-patterned floor.

Happy Camper, King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden cabin room with a bed, a hammock, and a television.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near a private beach, The Cottage Inn is in Tahoe Park, a neighborhood in Tahoe City. Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe City Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Commons Beach Park and Emerald Bay State Park. Gatekeeper's Museum and North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowshoeing. Visit our Tahoe City travel guide
Map
1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145

What's nearby

  • beach near Pineland
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Hurricane Bay
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • beach near Timberland
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • beach near Kilner Park
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • St. Nicholas Episcopal Church
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Shadyside Lounge
    2 min walk
  • Savoie
    5 min drive
  • Chambers Landing Bar
    10 min drive
  • River Ranch Lodge
    9 min drive
  • Pete N Peters
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 - 7:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 18 and May 1.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Cottage Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Cottage Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tahoe Park hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Granlibakken Resort Ski Area, Gatekeeper's Museum, and North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center. Commons Beach Park and Tahoe City Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Cottage Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 269 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 315 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Very cute, super nice staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Quaint, Good , large free breakfast brought to your room, centrally located, friendly helpfull staff, plenty parking, 3 restaurants next door, quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The grounds are stunning, the breakfast was great, the staff was wonderful, and our room was charming. The location and access to gorgeous beach and restaurants was icing on the cake! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot and super convenient to have places to walk to as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love everything about this place. Been twice and about to book our third! Great location for access to the lake and the breakfasts are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the first time being in Lake Tahoe, I had a great experience with Cottage Inn: The owner was very personable, kind and caring beyond and above just being business person! The cottage was like a fairy land, everything seemed unreal!!-Staff were very friendly, house made breakfast was amazing and so delicious, rooms were spotless and extremely clean, comfortable, you could find everything that you need in your room. Highly recommended and definitely I’ll be back soon! Thank you all Cottage Inn Staff and owner for making our stay very pleasant and unforgettable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stay here once a year and I often find myself day dreaming about how good the breakfast is!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good choice of rooms and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful room! Highly recommend Romantic Hideaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay in beautiful Lake Tahoe. Comfortable room with great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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was easy and close to everything we needed. Staff was great, lake was super close
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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This stay was a gem. The breakfast was amazing! The room was delightful! Great location and awesome service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is really good. The private beach access is a great plus for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our host was phenomenal!! Had a wonderful stay...the breakfast was superb!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place for romance
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The property is lovely, charming and well located, and staff helpful and friendly. Access to the private beach across the road is nice, and breakfast brought to the room everyday is very convenient. The room itself and amenities were somewhat lacking. Only only nightstand and no outlets for charging cellphones, etc. made things difficult - in 2026 everyone needs places to charge devices. Our bathroom was tiny (could not fully sit on toilet with door closed). Ok for short travelers like us, but it would be difficult for others. Luckily we had hanging toiletry bags bc sink/vanity are tiny. Ours was a small room with no dresser, making it crowded with multiple suitcases. With only one suitcase it would be ok. We would definitely stay again, but would choose a different room - or pack less ;).
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, well kept ground, clean room, cozy, and comfortable, tasty breakfast in bed served in environmentally friendly containers, short walk to a private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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What a gem of a place! Charming, quiet, walkable to the lake and dining options, and updated but with old world cabin vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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It was so quiet and just exactly what I expected for my first time to Tahoe! Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property almost on the lake with private access. We had the cowboy romance room which is very spacious and comfortable. Great staff, breakfast delivered every morning to each cottage. Excellent deli and market right next to the property with amazing food and drinks. Restaurants nearby and tahoe city 5 min drive. All in all 10/10 property. Wish it was pet friendly. That’s the only downside.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a great find..felt like we were in the woods and wild and yet able to walk to fabulous places to eat, walk and play. The Inn is charming and inviting and serves a winner breakfast..delivered right to your cabin!! Doesn't get much better. Thank you for wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great place to go to get away from work and the city and recharge. Surrounded by natural beauty, but close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Cozy, comfy, and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Room although charming a bit too small for the room price. Beautiful garden and nice private beach nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and special. The property is close to palisades / alpine, convenient for skiing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024