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Desolation Hotel, South Lake Tahoe
933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, California, United States Of America, 96150Show on map
- Taxes included · no booking fees
- Check-in from 4:00 PM
About this property
English, Spanish
Visa, Debit cards, Cash not accepted, Discover, American Express, Mastercard
Grab a bite to eat at Maggie's, a poolside restaurant where you can take in the pool view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Near Heavenly Gondola
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 21 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and outdoor private hot tubs. Your bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with ovens, stovetops, and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 43-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A stay at Desolation Hotel places you in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, within a 10-minute walk of Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Heavenly Gondola. This luxury resort is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from The Shops at Heavenly Village.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Heavenly Gondola - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi The Shops at Heavenly Village - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Lakeside Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Heavenly Village Ice Rink - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Heavenly Village Mini Golf - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Lakeside Marina - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Serenity Spa - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Bally's Lake Tahoe Casino - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Bally's Lake Tahoe Spa - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Van Sickle Bi-State Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe Casino - 1 km / 0.6 mi Tahoe Blue Event Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course - 1.6 km / 1 mi The nearest airports are:Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 11 km / 6.8 mi Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 64.4 km / 40 mi Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 90.4 km / 56.2 mi
Most popular facilities
Wired Internet
Parking
Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Shuttle Service
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
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Facilities of Desolation Hotel, South Lake Tahoe
69 amenitiesHighlights
Wired Internet
Parking
Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Shuttle Service
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
Internet2
- Wired Internet
- Wifi
Parking1
- Parking
Food & drink5
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Beach Bar
- Coffee/Tea
- Snack Bar
Wellness5
- Hot Tub
- Swimming Pool
- Fitness Center
- Pool Umbrellas
- Pool Hoist
Services4
- Housekeeping
- Shuttle Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
Accessibility1
- Wheelchair Accessible
Safety & security2
- Firepit
- Smoke-Complimentary Property
General5
- Steam Room
- Beach Yoga
- Fishing
- Parasailing
- Snowshoeing
House rules
Check-in
From 4:00 PM – anytime
Minimum age to check in: 21
Check-out
From 11:00 AM
Cancellation / prepayment
Cancellation charges depend on the room rate you select. See the penalty timeline under each room option above.
Fees & extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per personUncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per nightPet fee: USD 75 per pet, per nightService animals are exempt from feesEarly 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.
Know before you go
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Special instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open during the following times:Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
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. Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not acceptedSafety features at this property include a fire extinguisherThis 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.
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