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Historian Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Gardnerville with free parking

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The Historian Inn sits in the city center, offering a warm atmosphere with its lobby fireplace and complimentary in-room WiFi. Guests can enjoy hair salon services or host events in the banquet hall. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets ) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1427 US Highway 395 N, Gardnerville, NV, 89410

What's nearby

  • Sharkey's Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lampe Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carson River - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carson Valley Casino - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carson Valley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Katies at Carson Valley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪JJ's Mexican Food - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Historian Inn

Motel in the city center
Historian Inn provides amenities like a hair salon and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Historian Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 37-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

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 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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Historian Gardnerville
Historian Inn
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel Gardnerville

Frequently asked questions

Is Historian Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Historian Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Historian Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00.

Where is Historian Inn located?

Located in the heart of Gardnerville, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Sharkey's Casino, Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center, and Lampe Park. Carson River and Carson Valley Casino are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Historian Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 987 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 326 out of 987 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 987 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 987 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 987 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful. The location allowed for plenty of walkable dining and entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to spend the night. Very walkable area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Parking was easy and secure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice downtown location. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, and it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. Staff was friendly and helpful. I’ve stayed here a few times and it is the same every stay. Easy in and out parking!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Amenities
Truly, one of the best stays I’ve had in a very long time! Absolutely love this town and all its historic properties. The hotel was absolutely amazing. I will definitely be staying at this place every time I visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rajarshi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
decent night stay, AC works.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, Good donuts in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean but just under what we prefer in a place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nick R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooms are very nice and very clean, well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Gardnerville.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a spacious room. The staff was helpful with our very late check in. I loved the live edge wooden vanity top. Such a cute, clean and comfortable room on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Clean and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for the wine walk. It was the perfect area. Next time I'll get a ride to the starting area then walk home! Staff was quick with requests & very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and spacious, beautiful interior
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and central Gardnerville

Location was central for Gardnerville, park close by to go for a walk, lobby had lots of comfortable chairs to enjoy morning donut and drink and great place to read
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the price and convenient location, the staff, and the Basque restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Doug

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dumpy place. Don’t trust the rating on this place. It’s a 5 out of 10 at best. Cheap but not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our go-to in Gardnerville. Nothing changed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Sean at the front desk was awesome. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little Costly last minute because I was screwed out of a room at the other end of town but this place is definitely the way to go. Food in all directions. Rooms are comfy and are a good place to digest JTs food from across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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