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Desolation Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star ski resort near Heavenly Ski Resort

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Deluxe Studio, Balcony
Reception
Exterior
Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Studio, Balcony

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Hot tub

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933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Heavenly Gondola
    6 min walk
  • Super Tacos
    1 min walk
  • Gondola Base Shuttle Stop
    7 min walk
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    15 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Studio, Balcony

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

  • 34 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, Balcony

Grand Suite, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio, Balcony

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

South Lake Tahoe

Near the slopes.Within a 10-minute walk of this Lakeside Park resort, you'll find Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe. Also, Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe is within half a mile (1 km) and Heavenly Ski Resort is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 6 min walk
  • Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe - 7 min walk
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 7 min walk
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 7 min walk
  • Lakeside Beach - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪American River Café at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McP's Taphouse Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Desolation Hotel

4.5-star ski resort near Heavenly Ski Resort
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with this mountain resort's complimentary ski shuttle. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in one of the resort's 2 bars/lounges.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers ski storage, a sauna, and a fitness center. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star South Lake Tahoe resort is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Desolation Hotel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private spa tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star resort have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fence around the pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Free offsite parking within 5 ft
  • Street parking available
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 20-50 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bike storage
  • Fitness center
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa services
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Premium channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated floor (bathroom)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Fireplace
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Private outdoor spa tub
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service
  • Washer and dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 59 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool access
  • Ski storage
  • Spa access

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Desolation Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brennen

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Man

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024