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The Cottage Inn

2.5 star property
Adults-only beach hotel

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1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145
  • Popular LocationNorth Lake Tahoe Visitors and Convention Bureau4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGranlibakken Resort Ski Area5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTahoe Treetop Adventure Park6 min drive
  • AirportReno, NV (RNO-Reno-Tahoe Intl.)60 min drive

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 16.9 sq m
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Hairdryer
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lake Tahoe

At The Cottage Inn you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Gatekeeper's Museum. Highlights at this beach hotel include free buffet breakfast, a nearby private beach and free self-parking. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, coffee/tea in a common area and ski storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Lake Tahoe hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from North Lake Tahoe Visitors and Convention Bureau and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Commons Beach Park.

What's nearby

  • North Lake Tahoe Visitors and Convention Bureau - 4 min drive
  • Commons Beach Park - 5 min drive
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area - 5 min drive
  • Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park - 6 min drive
  • Palisades Tahoe - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Truckee Station - 23 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tahoe House Bakery & Gourmet - 3 min drive
  • Bridgetender Tavern And Grill - 4 min drive
  • Rosie's Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Bridgetender - 4 min drive
  • Tahoe Tap Haus - 5 min drive

About this property

The Cottage Inn

Adults-only beach hotel
A private beach is featured. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at The Cottage Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Tahoe hotel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Cottage Inn offers 22 accommodations with fireplaces and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 18 April and 1 May.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed.

Property is 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 parking available at The Cottage Inn?

Yep, The Cottage Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Cottage Inn?

The closest beach to The Cottage Inn is Meeks Bay Beach (12.1 km).

Is The Cottage Inn family-friendly?

No, The Cottage Inn is an adults-only property.

Does The Cottage Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet breakfast is offered daily between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cottage Inn?

No, The Cottage Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cottage Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at The Cottage Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Cottage Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 226 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 226 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kadet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place! Charming, quiet, walkable to the lake and dining options, and updated but with old world cabin vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg, Auburn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yifan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it
People were friendly. Place was super cute. Breakfast was delicious and delivered hot and fresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Lakeway

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice mountain cabin like retreat. Close to the lake. Cabin like room. Great for a couple retreat or for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Really beautiful room with a great view of the trees, delicious breakfast, friendly staff and access to a private beach on the lake. Highly highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Utterly charming! Each cottage is unique in style & decor. Cottages are enfolded in a forest garden setting, creating the sense of tiny cozy village in the woods. Wonderful breakfast, home baked pastries, friendly staff, & just steps away from the Lake Tahoe shore — who could ask for more?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022