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Clair Tappaan Lodge

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Located close to Donner Ski Ranch and Boreal Mountain Resort, Clair Tappaan Lodge provides a firepit, a library, and laundry facilities. Hit the slopes at this hostel offering ski-in/ski-out access, ski equipment rentals, and ski storage. Enjoy onsite activities like snowshoeing and sledding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Room options

View all photos for Men Only - 12 Bed Bunk Style Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden floors, and a simple chair.

Men Only - 12 Bed Bunk Style Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

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A bunk bed room with wooden walls and a dining area.

Women Only - 18 Bed Bunk Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 18
  • 18 Twin Beds

View all photos for 6 Bed Bunk Style Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a door, and a small window.

6 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for Private Efficiency Style Room

A small, compact room with a sloped ceiling and a window providing a view of the outdoors.

Private Efficiency Style Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 16 Twin Beds

View all photos for 10 Bed Bunk Style Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds arranged in a row, a window with a checkered curtain, and wooden flooring.

10 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

View all photos for 12 Bed Bunk Style Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds arranged in two rows, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

12 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 12 Twin Beds

View all photos for 8 Bed Bunk Style Room

A narrow hallway with bunk beds on either side, a door at the end, and a framed picture on the wall.

8 Bed Bunk Style Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

View all photos for 5 Bed Bunk Style Room

A bunk bed room with a wooden ceiling, white walls, and a window with a view of trees.

5 Bed Bunk Style Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a metal pole, and a ladder.

Hutchinson Lodge

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 20
  • 20 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Soda Springs, Clair Tappaan Lodge is near the airport and near a train station. Donner Ski Ranch and Sugar Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Donner Lake and Truckee River. Soda Springs and Sugar Bowl Resort are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating. Visit our Soda Springs travel guide
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19940 Donner Pass Rd, Soda Springs, CA, 95728

What's nearby

  • A large lake surrounded by dense forests and snow-covered mountains.
    Tahoe National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A ski lift, a wooden structure, and a snowy mountain landscape.
    Sugar Bowl
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A snowy mountain landscape with a ski slope, a ski lift, and a lake in the distance.
    Sugar Bowl Resort
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • A snow-covered bridge with a sunset in the background.
    Boreal Mountain Resort
    11 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a river, snow-covered peaks, and a bridge.
    Donner Lake
    13 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Truckee Station
    19 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • For Real Dough
    9 min drive
  • Donner Lake Kitchen
    15 min drive
  • The Pub At Donner Lake
    10 min drive
  • Old 40 Bar & Grill
    4 min drive
  • Alder Creek Cafe
    26 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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 52 for adults and USD 5 to 20 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Sledding
  • Snow sports gear
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Musical instrument

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 52 for adults, and USD 5 to 20 for children

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
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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Clair Tappaan Lodge 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 Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clair Tappaan Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Clair Tappaan Lodge located?

Located in the mountains, this slopeside Soda Springs hostel offers ski-in/ski-out access within 2 mi (3 km) of Donner Ski Ranch, Sugar Bowl Resort, and Sugar Bowl. Soda Springs and Boreal Mountain Resort are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Clair Tappaan Lodge Reviews

7.8

Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place and the surroundings we stayed Friday and Saturday. It was cool. Juan was very friendly and helpful definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this place is amazing. The staff was friendly and everything was clean. Will recommend and stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly could used a better way of entertaining
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and historic lodge. The staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

The kitchen was down for cleaning. A continental breakfast was made available and was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rustic gem, staff super accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Juan who works the front desk and more was a gem. Made me feel so welcomed and relaxed after I had a very stressful day. The whole environment was homey, safe, and comfortable. I will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good accommodation! Great staff especially Juan. He is very nice! Making you feel at home! The rest room and bedroom are clean. Breakfast is super delicious and the price is very affordable plus you can eat all you can. They have many choices on breakfast. Highly recommended!
Efficiency private room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating given our last minute stay due to weather conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing experience. Very clean. Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Claire Tappen is a gem - for those seeking respite from the craziness of our busy world, community, beauty, quiet...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfol spot located in Soda Springs' CA. Large commons room, quite library, various accommodation options. Affordable. Excellent hiking or skiing right out the front door. Meals are freshly cooked and accommodate dietary needs. Meal plan is extra, ask for meal plan if its not offered. Remember to take your own bedding. Pillows are provided. Wonderful place to create memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful lodge - can be totally empty off season

I was not expecting to see not a single soul during my entire stay. If I appreciate the simple check in process, it would have been nice to get a real person to talk to get the basic infos on the way around. It was off season and I enjoyed the surrounding, the coziness of the main rooms and the quality of the prestation. But alone in the unheated building was a very awkward feeling. Think of bringing a lighter to start a fire if you’re on your own 😃
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. Rooms were clean and the library was cozy. The games and game room were in terrible condition. Everything was unusable or broken or missing pieces. Also, the food was a bit disappointing. We paid $40 a person for 1 breakfast and one lunch. Breakfast was a limited amount of scrambled eggs, plain hasbrowns, and sausages. Lunch was make your own PBJ. Unfortunately there is only a microwave available to guests so bringing your own food is difficult. And if you want dinner, make sure to order when you book reservation as they didn’t accommodate us as we arrived too late to add on site (something they advertised as an option online).
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for these hostel-like accommodations, so one must look at it in that context and not attempt to compare it to a hotel in any way. The old ski lodge lobby and library has charm. One must accept squeaky floors and a shared bath down the hall, but you can’t beat the locations of you want to be on the edge of nature with hiking trails just outside. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little slice of heaven in the mountains. I haven’t stayed during ski season but this lodge is part of the Sierra Club. I stayed towards end of spring/early summer and found this to be a beautiful lodge with every amenity a weekend camper or van lifer would need. They have clean bathrooms, a beautiful main room to hangout in, a kitchen room with fridge and microwave (I believe the original kitchen is no longer available unless they have events or food plans running for ski season). Breakfast was included as well and the host was very friendly! There are local hiking trails and it’s only a 10 minute drive to Donner Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very responsive and helpful. It was a short visit, but I loved the environment and the amenities. I wish I could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
If you’re looking for a hostel experience, this will give you that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good if you know what you are getting. It’s a hostel so if you are open minded and only spending a day or two then this place is perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Juan, the manager, was great. Will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this spot!! so charming and taken care of- I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is a gem ! Staff friendly and beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026