Historian Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Gardnerville with free parking

Photo gallery for Historian Inn

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway) | Street view
Lobby lounge
Mountain view
View from property
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

Map
1427 US Highway 395 N, Gardnerville, NV, 89410
  • Sharkey's Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lampe Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Heavenly Gondola
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (No Pets)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible,Ground Floor (Pet Friendly with Pet Fee)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Shared Balcony No Pets Faces Highway)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (No Pets )

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Gardnerville

Historian Inn places you in the centre of Gardnerville, steps from Sharkey's Casino and within a short 5-minute stroll of Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find ski passes, a hair salon and a fireplace in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Gardnerville motel, you'll be 29.8 km (18.5 mi) from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and 29.8 km (18.5 mi) from Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe.

What's nearby

  • Sharkey's Casino - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lampe Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carson Valley Casino - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 32 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Heavenly Ski Resort - 36 min drive - 33.0 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shoe Tree Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Katies Country Kitchen at the Carson Valley Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Historian Inn

Motel in Gardnerville with free parking
Historian Inn offers its guests a fireplace in the lobby, express check-out, and a hair salon. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Gardnerville motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Historian Inn offers 33 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature MP3 docking stations and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Ski passes

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a state park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Historian Gardnerville
Historian Inn
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel
Historian Inn Gardnerville
Historian Inn Motel Gardnerville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Historian Inn?

Historian Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Historian Inn?

As of 28 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historian Inn on 29 Apr 2025 start from AU$192.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Historian Inn?

Yep, Historian Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Historian Inn?

The closest beach to Historian Inn is Lakeside Beach (17.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historian Inn?

No, Historian Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Historian Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Historian Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 925 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 925 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 925 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 925 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 925 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Gardnerville.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Sean at the front desk was awesome. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nadeen

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a pleasant surprise this little place was! I stayed here two nights. I picked it because it was “pet-friendly” as I was traveling with my dog. There are not very many choices in the area, so I went by reviews. I wanted a place that was clean. That was safe. And was in Gardenerville. The Historian Inn came through with those things. In addition to that, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful! What a bonus! Now, this place is not the Four Seasons, but it certainly is as described on Expedia! I am going to stay here again when given the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the shared deck. It is also right across the street from the best Basque restaurant in the state.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisong

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was not clean and the facility is out of date
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Tony

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Staci

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great hotel as long as no one is in the room above

Bed was the best hotel bed I’ve ever slept in. However, be forewarned: staff is scarce if you need something your usually hunting someone down, if you’re one the first floor you will hear every footstep/chair slide from the room above you. Wifi is weak at best.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the price and convenient location, the staff, and the Basque restaurant across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
room was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Base camp

I felt safe Travelling solo They had a great reading room in the lobby Helpful and caring staff Easy access to local sites and restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

No breakfast after 9:30.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our night in Gardnerville

This hotel, right on US395 in Garderville was okay, but that’s about it. On the positive, the room was clean, stocked, there was plenty of hot water and the bed was really comfortable - I slept really well. On the down side, the place looked sorta run down, and there were few amenities, no breakfast offering (although it was apparent that they used to offer a breakfast), and the place looked like a basic motel. Worst part is I feel the place was overpriced. The room was worth $70 a night, not $130. It was convenient to nearby dining. The big question, would I ever stay there again? The answer is no..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room had an extremely strong chemical smell, and I asked for a different room. The desk clerk sprayed my room with glade and said "There". When I asked again for a different room, the hotel attempted to charge me an extra $40. When I asked them to cancel my reservation, they stated that since I had checked in they could not cancel. I went to another hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Heavenly's Nevada side, and only 3hrs drive to the Bay Area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rekha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

ikumi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

kay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Bathroom needs an update. The front units are noisy due to traffic and nearby bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Did not care for having to wait five minutes when we arrived at the property before we could check in. Before we left, we discovered a leak in the bathroom on the floor. And no donuts lol we have stayed with you before and really do love the property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Get a desk clerk that speaks English. He is most likely a nice guy but
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024