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Top Emerald Lake Hotel Reviews

Antlers Inn

Antlers Inn

8/10 Good
"Great proximity to Lassen National Park! We were happy to find this place so close to the park. The town of Chester is very small so dining options are limited, but we found perfectly good places to eat for both dinner and breakfast. The hotel itself is clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and helpful. If you want to arrive near Lassen Park for morning access to the park, this hotel is perfectly located. It worked well for us."
Linnea 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Antlers Inn
The Bidwell House

The Bidwell House

10/10 Excellent
"Delightful! Fully recommend"
John G 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Bidwell House
The Village at Highlands Ranch

The Village at Highlands Ranch

10/10 Excellent
"Great lodge! Easy location for visiting Lassen Volcanic and other outdoor activities. Staff was great and the food was very good at the lodge!"
Carole 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Village at Highlands Ranch
Drakesbad Guest Ranch

Drakesbad Guest Ranch

10/10 Excellent
"It can be more cleaner a little bit. The staff are very friendly and helpful."
Helen 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Drakesbad Guest Ranch

Other attractions near Emerald Lake

A lake with a sign reading "Lake Helen" surrounded by dense forest and rocky terrain.

Lake Helen

9.4/10 (25 reviews)
Lassen Peak, Bumpass Mountain and Ski Heil Peak are among the rocky behemoths that frame the deep blue water of this scenic lake.
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A rugged mountain landscape with rocky cliffs, patches of snow, and sparse vegetation.

Lassen Peak Trail

9.4/10 (22 reviews)
Notice the rotten egg smell as you perch over the dome at the end of a trail that loops around the Cascade Range’s southernmost active volcano.
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A group of people observing a steam vent on a hillside.

Sulphur Works

8.8/10 (20 reviews)
The remnants of an ancient volcano release sulfuric steam into the air in this eerie world of fumaroles and bubbling mud pots, where a mine and spa once stood.
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A road leading to the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center with a camper parked nearby.

Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center

9.0/10 (77 reviews)
With a gift shop, café and audiovisual presentation, this informative center serves as the perfect base before exploration of the volcanic park.
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A mountainous landscape with a green valley, a stream, and a person hiking.

Upper Meadow

10.0/10 (3 reviews)
Colorful wildflowers and grasses decorate this vast, open meadow, where you’ll see mule deer grazing along the meandering Kings Creek.
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A grassy field with scattered rocks and a dense forest of tall trees.

Kings Creek Meadow

9.4/10 (13 reviews)
In the shadow of Mount Lassen, this gorgeous meadow provides access to a waterfall and views of the Milky Way and even the aurora borealis.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Emerald Lake?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Emerald Lake, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.
What's the best place to stay close to Emerald Lake?
Drakesbad Guest Ranch is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and free parking. You'll find it 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Emerald Lake. Other good options around the area include The Village at Highlands Ranch and Highlands Ranch Resort.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Emerald Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Emerald Lake.
What can I see and do near Emerald Lake?
Local parks like Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, Upper Meadow and Kings Creek Meadow are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Helen, Lassen Peak Trail and Lassen Peak. Sulphur Works, Terrace Lake Trailhead or Chaos Crags and Jumbles are some local sights worth checking out.