Emerald Bay Lodge

3.5 star property
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Exterior
Standard Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Family Cabin | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The price is $105
includes taxes & fees
$90 per night
Nov 28 - Nov 29

Room options

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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
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Family Cabin

Highlights

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

Double Kitchen Suite

Highlights

Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
735 Emerald Bay Road, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

What's nearby

  • Valhalla at Lake Tahoe - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pope Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • South Lake Tahoe Ice Arena - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Fallen Leaf Lake - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Heavenly Gondola - 9 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 4 min drive
  • Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe) - 64 min drive
  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Verde Mexican Rotisserie - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cuppa Tahoe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Emerald Bay Lodge

At Emerald Bay Lodge, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby downhill skiing and snowboarding. Also, Heavenly Ski Resort and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 70 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Policies

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (350 USD).

Also known as

Emerald Bay Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge
Emerald Bay South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge Lodge
Emerald Bay Lodge South Lake Tahoe
Emerald Bay Lodge Lodge South Lake Tahoe

Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Bay Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Emerald Bay Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 70 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Bay Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Emerald Bay Lodge?
No, this lodge doesn't have a casino, but Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe (10-min drive) and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Emerald Bay Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling. Emerald Bay Lodge also has a picnic area.

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Riley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Priscilla, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Paper thin sheets, no extra blankets, heater didn’t work.
Tyler, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Not as presented on the website
1. Shower is very poor, small and inconvenient 2. Reception was not available morning and late evening, and could not reach on the phone
1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Josefina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Wonderful staff.
Judeth, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The room look dirty . The wall paints look dirty and plus floor was broken stuff .
Leng, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Room is big and nice specially the bath room. But the floor was very dirty and the bed is not comfortable. It’s wasn’t steady and shaking when you move.
Piyarat, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Worst place to stay in Tahoe
The mattress has broken springs, the door was already unlocked when we arrived. The heater was broken and the room smaller than advertised. The staff who checked us in was grumpy. I can go on and on
Ankit, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Doris, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Tanya, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Jovana, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

The price was good. Room was nice
Debra, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The price was great. I would totally stay here again.
Erica, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

They could do SO much better…
Old squeaky bed, crappy sheets, pillows and towels. You get what you pay for so there is no point in going on.
Bruce, 3-night trip with friends
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2/10 Poor

The worst place I’ve stayed on a vacation ever!!! No housekeeping, the room is too small, I can ever hear the people next door talking and snoring at midnight. They didn’t change linens, the bulbs are not working, the electric fan was too noisy to use, if you are tall and big you won’t fit it the shower. Terrible terrible place!!!!
Anna Michelle, 4-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Not worth it
I didn’t expect much going into it as I knew it was a lower rate, but it was probably the worst room we have stayed in. Our non-smoking room smelt so heavily of smoke and some sort of fragrance spray they had tried to use to cover the smell. All of our allergies were out of control the entire weekend when we were in the room because of that so we were miserable. There were spiders in every corner of the room, including the shower. The shower needed a good scrubbing as you could see mildew build up on corners, no ac in the room and all the screens were either broken or there weren’t one. No counter spaces. Luckily we had no plans to use the pool as it was empty with only about a foot of black water left in it. During check in no one was there and was advised to lift the tissue box and to grab a certain card # but all the other cards also under the tissue box displayed room #s and the codes to enter those rooms so not the most safe way to go about. Would not recommend to anyone.
Andrea, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Family Cabin
We really liked the family cabin. It had it's own entrance which was nice. You could tell it was an old building but had a modern day vibe. There's a burger place right next door in case you get hungry.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

No room to put anything had to move the coffee machine to plug it in bc no outlet. Ceiling fan was wobbly and loud, so turned it off.
Sharon, 1-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Not worth the stay
Smelled like there was a gas leak. Stove did not work. Heater did not work. Missing corbon monoxide detecter. Kitchen and bathroom windows did not have screens. There was missing floor boards. Floor was dirty. Shower floor had loose grout. Door code took a few tries to work and door nob felt very loose. Walls were different colors, did not look estheticly pleasing. When we went to take our dogs out we spotted a bear in the parking lot. We were unaware of this danger. Very outdated facility. Not worth the price we paid.
1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Disappointed
The room was super small, no ac, but the moment I touched the bed I knew we weren’t staying here. We spent less than 15 minutes there. We didn’t even take our things out of the car. I knew if we’d stay we wouldn’t sleep. It was for my birthday weekend and I didn’t care about the lose of money. As you can see we booked a different hotel the same day. The second hotel was way better.
Melissa, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Property was very run down and is in need of many improvements. Our stove was moved forward and had very old food behind it ie: hamburger meat. Lady that checked us in was extremely nice. Property and rooms need help. Our door would only lock half the time.
2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Family cabin suite
Got family cabin, customer service was great but hotel is very neglected…..
Grant, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Daniel, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Sahar, 3-night trip
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