South Lake Tahoe Motels

Q: What are the best motels in South Lake Tahoe?

Hotel Elevation : Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Travel Inn : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Adventure Lodge : Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as heating. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Hampton Inn and Suites South Lake Tahoe : You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Access to an outdoor pool is included.

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Travel Inn

South Lake Tahoe

Warren

RM266 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jan - 28 Jan

Adventure Lodge

South Lake Tahoe

James

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jan - 28 Jan

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hotel Elevation

South Lake Tahoe

Leilani

RM301 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Private beach, sun-loungers, beach towels, kayaking

Crown Motel

Kings Beach

Susanne

Pepper Tree Inn

Downtown Tahoe City

David

Motel 6 Carson City, NV

Carson City

Etta

RM191 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Basecamp Tahoe City

Downtown Tahoe City

Aidan

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Super 8 by Wyndham Carson City/Lake Tahoe

Carson City

Reggie

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

The Incline Lodge

Incline Village

David

RM1,026 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Historian Inn

Gardnerville

Elizabeth

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jan - 28 Jan

Sierra Inn on the River

Kyburz

jason

RM602 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Carson Valley Motor Lodge & Suites

Minden

Amy

RM491 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

The Woodfords Inn

Markleeville

Olivia

Americas Best Value Inn Carson City

Carson City

Robert

RM257 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan

Tahoe North Shore Lodge

Carnelian Bay

Parker

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Rodeway Inn at Nevada State Capitol

Carson City

Josefina

RM270 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jan - 22 Jan

Down duvets, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Inn at Boatworks

Downtown Tahoe City

TAM

RM838 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jan - 20 Jan

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South Lake Tahoe Motels information

Number of reviews	12,502
Accommodation	4 Motels
Lowest Price	RM191
Highest Price	RM1,026

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to South Lake Tahoe?

As you'll save on your room, you can experience more of the activities in South Lake Tahoe. Top sights to visit include Heavenly Ski Resort.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.

What are the best motels in South Lake Tahoe?

Hotel Elevation: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Travel Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Adventure Lodge: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as room amenities such as heating. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Hampton Inn and Suites South Lake Tahoe: You'll be located within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Ski Resort and Heavenly Gondola. Access to an outdoor pool is included.

What can I do in South Lake Tahoe?

While you're sightseeing in the area, make sure that you enjoy its scenic lakeside and majestic mountain landscape. People who've visited South Lake Tahoe love its ski slopes and entertainment. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Campground by the Lake, El Dorado Beach and Regan Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Lake Tahoe Balloons, Heavenly Village Ice Rink and Heavenly Village Mini Golf. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Heavenly Ski Resort, South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena and Ski Run Marina.

What's the seasonal weather like in South Lake Tahoe?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in South Lake Tahoe to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in South Lake Tahoe are March, February, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 75 cm of snowfall.

What are my options for getting around South Lake Tahoe while staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in South Lake Tahoe to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL), which is located 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), which is 27.7 mi (44.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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