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Desolation Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury resort with a nearby private beach and bars

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Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Bicycling
Reception
Located near Heavenly Gondola, Desolation Hotel offers adventure and tranquility. Guests enjoy a rooftop terrace with mountain views, a beach bar with cocktails, and a sauna and steam room for recovery. Winter visitors appreciate the complimentary ski shuttle and storage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Grand Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harvey's Sports Book - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Landshark Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wolf Restaurant By Lisa Vanderpump - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fridays Station Steak & Seafood Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stateline Brewery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Desolation Hotel

Luxury resort near Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe
Located close to Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe, Desolation Hotel provides a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With amenities like a free ski shuttle and ski storage, this resort is a great place to hit the slopes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, Maggie's, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like beach volleyball and beach yoga. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a firepit and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Desolation Hotel include comforts such as private outdoor hot tubs and fireplaces, as well as perks like premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and down comforters
  • Heated floors, rainfall showers, and separate tubs/showers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with Hulu, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Maggie's

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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 Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Desolation Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Desolation Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Desolation Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Desolation Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Desolation Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Desolation Hotel located?

Located near the slopes, this Lakeside Park resort is in the mountains and within a 10-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola, Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe, and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. The Shops at Heavenly Village and Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino are also within 15 minutes.

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