The Cottage Inn

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

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Rustic Retreat, Queen Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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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

Room options

Hunters Hideout, King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Stagecoach Stop, King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cozy Corner, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Tahoe Teepee, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rustic Retreat, Queen Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Happy Camper, King Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Old Fishing Hole, Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Commons Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Palisades Tahoe - 17 min drive - 16.1 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

  • ‪Sunnyside - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bridgetender - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Front Street Station Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pete N Peters - ‬5 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.

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

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

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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