The Inn at Boatworks

2.0 star property
Motel with a marina, near Granlibakken Resort Ski Area

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Romantic Room | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Room

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - single
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
790 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145

What's nearby

  • Commons Beach Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tahoe City Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 21 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gar Woods - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Chalet - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crest Cafe and Catering - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Boatworks

Motel near Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
Located close to The Links at Everline Golf Course and Palisades Tahoe, The Inn at Boatworks provides a marina, a terrace, and a shopping mall on site. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like Pilates and motor boating at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, water sports equipment, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Inn at Boatworks have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Motor boating
  • Pilates classes
  • Shopping mall
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 50.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Tahoe City Inn
Tahoe City Inn Motel
Tahoe City Inn Tahoe City
Tahoe City Inn Motel Tahoe City
Tahoe City Inn
The Inn at Boatworks Motel
The Inn at Boatworks Tahoe City
The Inn at Boatworks Motel Tahoe City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn at Boatworks pet-friendly?

Yes, The Inn at Boatworks allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 50.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Inn at Boatworks?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Boatworks?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Inn at Boatworks?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Inn at Boatworks located?

Located in Downtown Tahoe City, this motel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and within 9 mi (15 km) of Homewood Mountain Resort and Alpine Meadows Ski Resort. The Links at Everline Golf Course and Palisades Tahoe are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Inn at Boatworks Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 598 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 598 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 598 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 598 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 598 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great stay! Clean, comfortable and great location! I will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

We had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing stay, very kind & helpful staff 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Enjoyed our stay! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10

The water was not very warm. Took a while to get it warm in sink then went cold. Clean property and updated. Expect road noise of course.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

We loved how it was walking distance from the lake, the area was very quiet, I would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

It was very nice right by the water
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10

The location was good. In walking distance to trail to Lake, restaurants and shops. The room was clean but it is very dated and had an old smell to it. Way over priced!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Jonathan was very helpful and kind !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Ok place with great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Conveniently located within walking distance of supermarkets and restaurants, this hotel offered a comfortable stay with a plush bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10

Easy No staff interaction, lock box, easy parking in front of door. Middle of town, walkable to everything. Old style motel, some upgrades, comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Great location at the right price

10/10

Friendly service, fantastic location- easy access to the beach and free bikes and paddle boards (first come first serve). Well appointed rooms. Walkable to beach and Tahoe City
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

I was in town for a sailing regatta held at the marina and yacht club next door. Very convenient. Staff was great and the room was exactly what I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Pet friendly budget option. Room was clean as was the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10

Totally solid spot for getting your family up on the slopes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

Yvette is the best!! She knows all the places you need to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

Staff was great and accommodated needs that I had for late check-in. It was motel-comfortable, clean and simple - just what I needed. My 4 legged friend was welcome and we had a good stay. Internet was stable enough that I could do work without interruption.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Updated room, clean but not many frills. Overall it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location walking distance from the lake and close to nice places to eat. Checking in and parking was not a problem. Room was updated, warm, and had everything we needed. Worth it to get a suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10

Very loud with no sound control between floors. Lost a lot of sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We will return. Great location, comfortable, modern and spacious. But most of all, great customer service from Yvette—she made us feel so welcomed and was helpful with all of our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024