With a stay at Playpark Lodge in South Lake Tahoe (Gardner Mountain), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Heavenly Gondola and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino. .This hotel is 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Heavenly Ski Resort and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.
What's nearby
The Hangar - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
Magic Carpet Golf - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
The Hangar Lake Tahoe - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
Heavenly Gondola - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
The Shops at Heavenly Village - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
Getting around
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 2 min drive
Restaurants
Cascade Kitchens - 11 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Taco Bell - 18 min walk
Crazy Good Bakery Cafe - 20 min walk
Lake Tahoe AleWorX - 14 min walk
About this property
Playpark Lodge
Playpark Lodge offers 13 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 13 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 50-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include portable fans, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
Firepit
In the mountains
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
1 floor
3 buildings
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Renovated entire property - December 2024
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch smart TV with digital channels
Hulu
Netflix
Pay movies
Streaming services
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Portable fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 25
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 46.80 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 46.80 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 25
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
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Playpark Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 227 reviews
10 - Excellent
130
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 227 reviews
8 - Good
52
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 227 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 227 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 227 reviews
2 - Terrible
14
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
Bethany
Mar 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very Clean, great shower, comfy bed, easy parking, easy check in and check out, dog area, great location for Sierra Tahoe.
Playpark Lodge was everything you could hope for. It was well laid out, had everything you could require (there was no decaf coffee but they delivered right after I requested it). I will definitely stay there again.
away from the downtown area & skiers, close to good restaurants and shopping easy access in and out of the motel, when I'm in town alone on busness I'll stay here