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The Cottage Inn

2.5 star property
Mountain retreat offers local hospitality at the manager's reception, followed by leisurely mornings with newspapers and fresh coffee.

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Located near Gatekeeper's Museum, The Cottage Inn offers a free breakfast buffet and daily manager's reception. Guests can relax in the garden or visit North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center. Enjoy amenities like WiFi, luggage storage, and help from multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Individually furnished
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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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10.0 out of 10
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Separate bedroom
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Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Happy Camper, King Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Fridge
TV
Bathrobes
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located near a private beach, The Cottage Inn is in Tahoe Park, a neighbourhood in Tahoe City. Granlibakken Resort Ski Area and Tahoe City Golf Course are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Commons Beach Park and Emerald Bay State Park. Gatekeeper's Museum and North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. Visit our Tahoe City travel guide
Map
1690 W. Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, CA, 96145

What's nearby

  • Ropes Course
    Tahoe Treetop Adventure Park
    3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Squaw Valley Resort showing snow, landscape views and mountains
    Palisades Tahoe
    17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Hurricane Bay
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • St. Nicholas Episcopal Church
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sierra Surf Club
    5 min drive
  • Sunnyside
    5 min walk
  • Shadyside Lounge
    2 min walk
  • West Shore Market
    3 min walk
  • Za's Lakefront
    6 min drive

About this property

The Cottage Inn

Hotel near Granlibakken Resort Ski Area
Located close to Gatekeeper's Museum and North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center, The Cottage Inn provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi and a garden are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike parking, bike tour information and coffee/tea in reception
  • Multilingual staff, concierge services and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as fireplaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 provided

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 staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

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 The Cottage Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cottage Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Cottage Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Cottage Inn located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tahoe Park hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Granlibakken Resort Ski Area, Gatekeeper's Museum and North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center. Commons Beach Park and Tahoe City Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Cottage Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yutang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! Highly recommend Romantic Hideaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stay here once a year and I often find myself day dreaming about how good the breakfast is!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This stay was a gem. The breakfast was amazing! The room was delightful! Great location and awesome service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was easy and close to everything we needed. Staff was great, lake was super close
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really good. The private beach access is a great plus for this property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good choice of rooms and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great find..felt like we were in the woods and wild and yet able to walk to fabulous places to eat, walk and play. The Inn is charming and inviting and serves a winner breakfast..delivered right to your cabin!! Doesn't get much better. Thank you for wonderful stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in beautiful Lake Tahoe. Comfortable room with great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for romance
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room although charming a bit too small for the room price. Beautiful garden and nice private beach nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was phenomenal!! Had a wonderful stay...the breakfast was superb!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to go to get away from work and the city and recharge. Surrounded by natural beauty, but close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well kept ground, clean room, cozy, and comfortable, tasty breakfast in bed served in environmentally friendly containers, short walk to a private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Awesome property!

Gorgeous, immaculate property! One of a kind story book look. Room was very cool but VERY tight. Breakfast delivered to room was very good! Would stay again in larger room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harrison

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

10/10

The staff were so friendly, the location was amazing, and the rooms were so comfortable! 100% will return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, comfy, and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so quiet and just exactly what I expected for my first time to Tahoe! Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

Zexin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and special. The property is close to palisades / alpine, convenient for skiing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Amenities
The cottage inn was cozy and clean. Everything we needed was provided. The breakfast included each morning was fresh made and delicious. It’s in close proximity to the beach and several great restaurants. 16 min drive to skiing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Amenities
Love everything, specially the continental breakfast, no negative concerns. Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Classic “Old Tahoe” cottages with updated bathrooms, windows and electronics. Beautiful and updated Tahoe Park HOA beach steps away with play area, bathrooms, picnic tables with propane barbecues and dock. Several excellent and fun dining options within 5 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

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

LOVE the Cottage Inn!

Absolutely love this place and will be back! It is adorable and the perfect location to walk to the lake (literally steps behind your cabin), to Fire Sign Cafe for breakfast, West Shore market for lunch sandwiches, Sunnyside for dinner, Shadyside for drinks, you name it! Very walkable, perfect location and excellent cottage with the sweetest people running it. 10/10
Steps away from your cottage is the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific cottages. They're small, but serve their purpose. It would be hard to stay for an extended period of time. The staff was terrific; breakfast was outstanding and something we looked forward to every morning. Just a short 50-yard walk to the shore of Lake Tahoe--what a beautiful spot. My only complaint of the entire experience was traffic noise which was very noticeable in the compound common area (we couldn't hear the traffic from our cottage), but I don't know what you do about that. It was the 4th of July for our stay, so the street were busy. I'm assuming most spots near the lake are going to have traffic noise because the street is pretty close to the lake the entire way around.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room had a lot of noise from the highway adjacent to the hotel. Also the bathrooms were very small. Otherwise the room was very cute and quaintly decorated with a mountain decor. Also the carpet in the room was very beat up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024