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Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $68
$57 nightly
$68 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4

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966 La Salle St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeside Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a patterned floor.

King Room Non - Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a patterned floor, and a window with curtains.

Two Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(22 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a telephone, a patterned headboard, and a patterned floor.

1 King Bed Accessible Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a patterned floor, and a mirror with a circular design.

Family Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

With a stay at Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola in South Lake Tahoe (Lakeside Park), you'll be steps from Heavenly Gondola and 4 minutes by foot from The Shops at Heavenly Village. .This ski hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino.

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caesars Race & Sportsbook - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Beaver Bar and Casino - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola

Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This South Lake Tahoe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include ski-in/ski-out access.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 32 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Boat
  • Mini golf
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Mini golf
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • No elevator
  • Null
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)

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 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 cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
Property Registration Number 006329

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Stateline Economy
Stateline Economy Inn
Stateline Economy Inn South Lake Tahoe
Stateline Economy South Lake Tahoe
Stateline Economy Hotel
Stateline Economy Inn Suites
Stateline Economy Inn Suites
Budget At The Heavenly Gondola
Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola Hotel
Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola South Lake Tahoe
Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola Hotel South Lake Tahoe

Budget INN At The Heavenly Gondola Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 490 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near restaurants, stores and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good place to stay for a few days.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was ok.but the staff was exceptional friendly and helpful highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance to the music venue and a couple of blocks to the lake. Lots of food choices and shopping very close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service by the lady at check in she was very nice t my wife and I told us about the concert 🎵 the bed is comfy and we were near walk everything in 2 minutes the hotel was quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in process and clean room. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walk to the village
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is right behind main street which is perfect to stay close, cleanliness was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always enjoy my stay at the Budget Inn, owner/front desk personnel very accommodating and helpful. Very much enjoy the peace and quiet of this establishment, away from So Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, considerate staff, location is ideal and they let you leave your car all day. Very clean, walkable to lots of food options and perfect if you just need a bed so you can ski.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The motel is old and a bit dated. However, the bed was comfortable and the room clean. The managers were very friendly and helpful. We just needed a place to sleep at a reasonable price since we weren’t in the room except to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were not happy with the cleanliness, it was very dusty
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely redone rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Access and location were top notch. You get what pay for in amenities. Recommend staying here, just pack your own towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Smell in the room. Bed bug
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, great price, convenient location - right across the plaza from the Heavenly gondola! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not really much to say other than this should be a last resort stay. Stain on the sheets, no soap or any body wash / shampoo. Our room looked like it had been cleaned with minimal effort which is kinda crazy since there were 2 cars in the parking lot…. Respectfully I would avoid this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only good thing about this place is its location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an awesome place to stay and be able to walk everywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk person was nice at check in. However, when at 11pm, we got back to our room to lay down, we discovered that our sheets had hairs all over them. Was really groans there was no vacancy so we couldn’t switch rooms. We bit the bullet and slept in what seemed dirty sheets. Told management next morning and they said we should’ve told them (even though there was no vacancy). No offer, nothing. They didn’t care but we learned our lesson and it’s to pony up extra money on the better hotels. Luckily we were there just for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay , inexpensive and close to the gondola
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025