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Emerald Bay Lodge

3.5 star property
Beach lodge in South Lake Tahoe with free parking

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Exterior
1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reception
Exterior
Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

Explore the area

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735 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Valhalla at Lake Tahoe
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pope Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Separate dining area
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

South Lake Tahoe

At Emerald Bay Lodge you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Barton Memorial Hospital and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Magic Carpet Golf. .This beach lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Other amenities include a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Y Area lodge include Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe.
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What's nearby

  • Valhalla at Lake Tahoe - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Pope Beach - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cascade Kitchens - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bert's Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lake Tahoe AleWorX - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Emerald Bay Lodge

Beach lodge in South Lake Tahoe with free parking
As a guest of Emerald Bay Lodge, you'll find barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star South Lake Tahoe lodge.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Emerald Bay Lodge offers 21 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 70 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Emerald Bay Lodge?

Emerald Bay Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Bay Lodge?

As of 15 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Bay Lodge on 17 Oct 2025 start from AU$211.80, 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 Emerald Bay Lodge?

Yep, Emerald Bay Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Emerald Bay Lodge?

The closest beach to Emerald Bay Lodge is Zephyr Cove Beach (11.6 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Emerald Bay Lodge?

No, Emerald Bay Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Emerald Bay Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Emerald Bay Lodge Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 408 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Fred

Liked - location, beds. Disliked - musty odor,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Radha

It is similar to a camping cabin. It is not a hotel. There is no front desk help.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Vincent d

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was okay. It was cheap, and I got what I paid for. The lone staff member whom should have been at the front desk for my check in was at wal mart. He left his number taped to the desk and was able to provide the code for room entry at least when I called him. That’s a first for me. Also the front desk office area wreaked of pot. Not a big deal to me, but frankly extremely unprofessional. Just smoke a bowl out back buddy. The AC was too small and had trouble cooling the room, the room was clean though, and aside from that it was fine. It was a $250 room, but on a very busy weekend, and it was the cheapest thing around. It was worth no more than $100 on a typical weekend though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynda

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was incredibly uncomfortable. Walls were paper thin so you could hear every conversation and action next door. No AC. Bare minimum furnishings. No side tables in the bedroom. No screen on the bathroom window looked out onto an alley. Stick on decorative frostings on the windows that weren’t fully stuck. No shades. Shower door was from 1956. The pool was filled with mud. Not a great experience at all and certainly not worth the money. The coffee was good at least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

selena

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

10/10 Excellent

Vivling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and clean room. The only issue was the walls were paper thin. We could hear everything our neighbors said and were kept up all night our first night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nusrat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no staff, no towels, and the bed was bed was dirty. Someone’s exfoliating glove was on the lamp. There was dog hair. and no iron
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Easy to use. Feels like you are in the forest. Picked this out of convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Salvador

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genaro

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fermin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely horrible experience. We stayed here with our kids, and the room had rats running around all night. It kept everyone up and raised serious concerns about our health and safety. To make matters worse, there was no management on site, and we were unable to speak with a manager over the phone despite multiple attempts. The staff on-site seemed unprepared and offered no real help. When we finally reached someone later, they refused to refund us or take responsibility. There is no excuse for rodents in a guest room, especially when children are involved. Not only was it disgusting and stressful, but the lack of basic customer care made everything worse. If you value your health, sleep, and peace of mind, avoid this place at all costs. This was by far the most unprofessional and unsanitary lodging experience we’ve ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Amar, Cupertino

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is okay. But bit over priced
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Billie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was extremely overpriced. The kitchen cabinets had most of the hardware missing off of them. There was a hole in the wall in the kitchen where you could see outside the large sliding window the lock was missing so anyone could come in at any time. It was so small that you barely had room to walk past the bed to get into the bathroom. There was no lights that worked the breaker tripped so we woke up to no coffee machine in the refrigerator had went off. It had a nice pool, but there was no water in it. The property outside was very pretty had large trees in a nice sitting area in the staff was nice but again this is $100 a night hotel that I was charged 250 a night for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Celine

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is small and smell. Not as the pictures posted. The posted pictures look clean and nice. But in the reality it’s not. The environment around the room is good and relax, but very dirty for the table and chair outside. Maybe there is a bear at night time, that’s why the lady in the office told us not to put food in the car, bear will break the car windows. I saw food prints in my car in the next morning. Don’t know is it bear’s food print or not. It looks big like a man food print. Price is high. Not really like it. Will not stay the second time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Glenda, Jackson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water. They have a sign in the bathroom to run the water for three minutes so the hot water kicks in. Well it never did. Impersonal customer service. They have a sign to call the numbers listed. As I was checking out & make them aware about the lack of hot water, they told me I didn’t need to do anything, they’ll take care of charging my card. When I mentioned I wanted to speak to someone since I didn’t get to shower, a lady came to the front area. She said she would speak to the manager about any credit. When I asked her what card she had on file, she told me her computer system was down & couldn't pull up my information. Walls are thin in the room, you can hear other people’s conversations & their alarm clock in the morning. In the end, I only received a small credit & still ended up paying $200 for a room with no hot water. Unfortunate experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

MIKE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

Nice and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ting

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is disappointing in that it appears to have once been charming. It is in disarray. The ice machine doesn't work, the pool was empty. Empty flower pots, Front lobby was closed with a sign to text to check in. Outdoor furniture needs updating. The place has excellent bones and a great location it's just not taken care of. It was clean which is appreciated. The location is great. Burger place next door is yummy. Hopefully the owners can take some pride and put a little upkeep in a place that could be great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025