Desolation Hotel

4.5 star property

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Deluxe Studio, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe
Exterior
Deluxe Studio, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe
Reception
Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • The Shops at Heavenly
    6 min walk
  • Heavenly Gondola
    6 min walk
  • Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe
    7 min walk
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    15 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

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

Grand Suite, Balcony

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

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

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

Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

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

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About this property

Desolation Hotel

Winter wonderland with a ski shuttle
Jump on the free ski shuttle for a day on the slopes before returning to Desolation Hotel for a meal at the restaurant and comforts including an outdoor pool and a steam room. Housekeeping is available on request.
Desolation Hotel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodation at this 4.5-star resort has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and hairdryers.

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 telephones. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and complimentary bottles of 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.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
During your stay at Desolation Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Heavenly Gondola. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free beach shuttle are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy pool views while dining at Maggie's
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include meeting rooms, a gift shop and laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe
  • Free beach and ski shuttle service
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot 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 centre. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Maggie's – This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 2 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Maggie's

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/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 aged 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.

Payment types at the property

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 centre 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

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