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The Cottage Inn

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel with private beach, near Granlibakken Resort Ski Area

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Nestled near Gatekeeper's Museum, The Cottage Inn offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and daily manager's reception. Unwind in the garden or explore North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center while enjoying WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private beach
  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 16.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 17 sq m
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Rustic Retreat, Queen Studio

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Individually decorated
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Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated
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TV
Hair dryer
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private bathroom
  • 16.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Old Fishing Hole, Queen Studio

Highlights

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Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 16.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145

What's nearby

  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Commons Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 17 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 27 min drive
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 51 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 60 min drive
  • Truckee Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chalet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bridgetender - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swiss Lakewood Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪River Ranch Lodge & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crest Cafe and Catering - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Cottage Inn

When visiting Tahoe City, The Cottage Inn is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to adults only
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Private beach access
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between April 18 and May 1.

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Cottage Inn Tahoe City
Cottage Tahoe City
The Cottage Inn Hotel
The Cottage Inn Tahoe City
The Cottage Inn Hotel Tahoe City

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage Inn currently open?

The property is closed between April 18 and May 1.

Are pets allowed at The Cottage Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Cottage Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cottage Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Cottage Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crystal Bay Casino (24-min drive) and Jim Kelley's Tahoe Nugget Casino (24-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Cottage Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like ice skating and cross-country skiing, and return when the snow melts for cycling and boat tours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Cottage Inn like?

The Cottage Inn is a short 18-minute walk from Hurricane Bay and 20 minutes' walk from St. Nicholas Episcopal Church.

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The Cottage Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Service staff
Ambience
Cabin
Lake
Summer
Location
Room
Anniversaries
Private beach

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and made to order with a variety of options. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay in beautiful Lake Tahoe. Comfortable room with great location!
Sandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good choice of rooms and a great breakfast.
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was an amazing stay at the Cottage Inn! Great accommodations and wonderful team there!!
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The cottage inn was cozy and clean. Everything we needed was provided. The breakfast included each morning was fresh made and delicious. It’s in close proximity to the beach and several great restaurants. 16 min drive to skiing!
Gabrielle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room is clean and special. The property is close to palisades / alpine, convenient for skiing
Zexin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy, comfy, and beautiful!
Caitlin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, well kept ground, clean room, cozy, and comfortable, tasty breakfast in bed served in environmentally friendly containers, short walk to a private beach.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love everything, specially the continental breakfast, no negative concerns. Thanks for your hospitality.
Maria, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our host was phenomenal!! Had a wonderful stay...the breakfast was superb!!
LeAnn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything in this property is fantastic. We only stayed 1 night and we will be coming back it’s just magical
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful atmosphere

Quaint and perfect! Everything about this place makes it a wonderful vacation in Tahoe City
Anne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was so quiet and just exactly what I expected for my first time to Tahoe! Breakfast was amazing!
Hector, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the darling rooms !
Marian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a gem of a place! Charming, quiet, walkable to the lake and dining options, and updated but with old world cabin vibes!
Kadet, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A true gem! Highly recommend The Cottage Inn!

This is an absolute gem! Our room was really small but worked perfect for us - very cozy and comfortable. The included breakfast they bring to your room each morning was some of the best food we've ever had from a "hotel". The entree is made in-house and was fabulous! You choose which items you want from a list (hardboiled egg, granola/yogurt/orange juice/entree/pastry) and it came during the timeframe we requested and was presented in a cute little box. Seriously, the breakfast was wonderful! I believe you can also eat in the main lodge where you check in but we had it brought to our room. Austin, who checked us in, was super nice and told us about a great restaurant (Shady Side) that is walking distance and their food was off the hook. Also their drinks were really strong and really good! Trust him when he tells you its walking distance; it's much easier/faster than driving the 300 ft. or whatever it is and trying to find parking.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Classic “Old Tahoe” cottages with updated bathrooms, windows and electronics. Beautiful and updated Tahoe Park HOA beach steps away with play area, bathrooms, picnic tables with propane barbecues and dock. Several excellent and fun dining options within 5 minute walk.
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

LOVE the Cottage Inn!

Absolutely love this place and will be back! It is adorable and the perfect location to walk to the lake (literally steps behind your cabin), to Fire Sign Cafe for breakfast, West Shore market for lunch sandwiches, Sunnyside for dinner, Shadyside for drinks, you name it! Very walkable, perfect location and excellent cottage with the sweetest people running it. 10/10
Steps away from your cottage is the lake!
Kelsey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice mountain cabin like retreat. Close to the lake. Cabin like room. Great for a couple retreat or for a getaway.
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

People were friendly. Place was super cute. Breakfast was delicious and delivered hot and fresh.
Brenda, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Room had a lot of noise from the highway adjacent to the hotel. Also the bathrooms were very small. Otherwise the room was very cute and quaintly decorated with a mountain decor. Also the carpet in the room was very beat up.
Dennis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kimberly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bernadette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip