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The TrailHead

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Heavenly Gondola

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The TrailHead sits just minutes from Lakeside Beach and Harrah's Casino, offering travelers a serene base with a lovely terrace. Guests appreciate the reliable in-room WiFi and hassle-free parking while staying within easy reach of the Heavenly Gondola.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King - Jetted Tub

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King - Jetted Tub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Bed w/ Spa

King Bed w/ Spa | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

King Bed w/ Spa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3892 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The TrailHead

Hotel near Heavenly Gondola
Located close to Lakeside Beach and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, The TrailHead provides a terrace. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a nature reserve
  • A vending machine and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, 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

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1949
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; 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 stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn Motel Lake Tahoe
TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe
TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel
The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Is The TrailHead pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The TrailHead?

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

What time is check-out at The TrailHead?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 15.00.

Where is The TrailHead located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and Lakeside Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The TrailHead Reviews

6.8

6.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

7.4

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 629 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, loved the spa!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, great location, good parking and the room is comfortable and has everything I need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CHARLOTTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nilanjan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good experience staying there for two nights with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Spa was a nice touch and Julie is the nicest, most generous lady I have experienced in a long time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was fantastic, staff was super caring .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mauro Cesar

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small showers, good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alivia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was super easy to access the rooms! The rooms were cozy but a little outdated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was really great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in a great location Raymond was a good host Very helpful no hassles at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yvette

Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Location, close to the casinos.

This is a basic hotel room close to the casinos. The room and shower could have been cleaner. But it worked for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got there after 4pm, so a key was in a lock box outside the room. Had a key inside as well very nice. The bed was very comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff excellent. Check in excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

francisco

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It stinks like feet the roo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

ariand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff really went above and beyond to be helpful. They let me leave my car for several days while I was backpacking and they were very kind and accommodating. The room was very clean and comfortable. It was quiet and it’s an easy walk to shops and restaurants. If you’re looking for a 5 star luxury resort, this isn’t it but if you need a comfortable, inexpensive place while in S. Tahoe this is a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property looks very old they even have a hydraulic jack holding the stairs porch and there is a big whole in the pool like someone crashed into it from the street. Property is dirty with a strong smell of dog pee, specially at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff, let me keep my car in the lot after checkout. clean room, basic but met all needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Could have been better

The comforter felt unclean, the tub had puddles of water in it when we arrived, they only provided two pillows for the bed, there were rats in the wall that we could hear. Location was good, and it was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sandra J

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Website pics are not accurate. Draperies were ripped and torn in the room next to us and so created anxiety for our stay. Unfortunately it was a concert weekend and finding a room was difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small locally owned motel. It's not the Ritz but really good for price point. Rooms and grounds were clean. Bed was big and comfortable. Front desk was very nice and helpful. If you are looking for "fancy," this is not the place for you. If you are looking for budget with a local experience...this is the place. Will return again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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