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The TrailHead

Property class: 2

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A clear lake with rocky shores and a mountain in the background.
A wooden table with a lamp, a wooden chair, and a bathtub.
A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, a microwave, and a small refrigerator. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with blinds.
A dog partially buried in snow with a metal structure in the background.
A cozy hotel room with a wooden headboard, a large bed with a brown and white bedspread, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $94
$79 nightly
$94 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

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3892 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeside Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a clock, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two queen beds, wooden headboards, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a fireplace, and a television on a wooden stand.

Honeymoon Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King - Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a painting on the wall.

King - Jetted Tub

  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Bed w/ Spa

A wooden table with a lamp, a wooden chair, and a bathtub.

King Bed w/ Spa

  • Mountain view
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

When you stay at The TrailHead in South Lake Tahoe, you'll be in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. .This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Lakeside Beach and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino.

What's nearby

  • Heavenly Gondola - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The TrailHead

The TrailHead offers 36 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This South Lake Tahoe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 36 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and ski storage. Additional features at this hotel include a television in a common area, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a vending machine. 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

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1949
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 15.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 4:30 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

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15.00

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vagabond Inn Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn Motel Lake Tahoe
TrailHead Motel South Lake Tahoe
TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
Vagabond Inn South Lake Tahoe Hotel South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel
The TrailHead South Lake Tahoe
The TrailHead Hotel South Lake Tahoe

The TrailHead Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 712 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 712 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 712 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 712 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 112 out of 712 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay for 2 nights, being busy both days and basically just sleeping there. Walking distance to the Edgewood Golf Course, which is why I was in town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff helpful. Walking distance to stateline. Reasonable rates
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to dinning. The outside of property is a bit ruff looking. No problems so, for the price not bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large clean room. Good showers. I had no interaction with staff, so nothing bad or good to say about that. It’s an older lodge, so don’t expect newer accommodations. Is in a great location to walk & shop or eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Building could use a remodel Smelled of smoke even in a non smoking room Had a bunch of baby mosquitoes dead and alive in the bathroom area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond to occomadate for our needs place was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay, had to figure out how to get my keys, finally saw the hotel sent checkin instructions in the app to retrieve my key
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and helpful and the price was unbeatable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed in most of South Lake's "cheap" hotels over the years for 1-nighters between ski days, and this one was probably the best for the price. Spacious with a good bed and good shower. No frills, but thoughtful decorative touches made Trailhead feel fresh, mountain-y and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was very clean, I felt super comfortable! The staff was amazing and super welcoming! I loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The jacuzzi had some issues. We had to wait to fill it because the got water ran out. Also, the air from the jets smelled bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean just had a weird smell but nothing to bad the ac was working so room was nice and cold working tv and microwave with a mini fridge it was nice and cozy the only thing is that the stairs are a bit old and need work staff was great they communicated perfectly no issues
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, loved the spa!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took half hour to check in. They didn’t recognize my two night reservation. I had to go get my confirmation to prove it. Charged me $116 for one night; cancelled that. Then charged the $188 for two nights. Lots of confusion. And aggravation after a tough day of travel. Room 121 had no chair so I brought one in from outside. Pool was inoperable looks like for ten years. Giant crater pot hole at beginning of driveway and 50. Dangerous on motorcycle. Place has seen better days. Looks like the place has residents. All kinds of skinny people walking around really slowly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good experience staying there for two nights with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Consider no internet. No antenna and when it does connect, it is so slow it doesn’t even load a page. No coffee maker in the room. Ok clean but the old look will throw you off. Staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, great location, good parking and the room is comfortable and has everything I need.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’ was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was fantastic, staff was super caring .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was really great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in a great location Raymond was a good host Very helpful no hassles at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cheapest hotel in town, and I understand the idea of “you get what you pay for,” but this property isn’t anywhere close to the 6.8/10 rating listed on Hotels.com. The hotel is in extremely poor condition and genuinely feels unsafe. The stairway is held together with duct tape, the second floor feels unstable, and the pool was drained and filled with flies. The shower curtain rod was rusted and barely attached, there was no window screen, and the room had old shag carpet that looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in decades. There was no coffee, no ice, and the check‑in desk area was chaotic and poorly maintained. It also appeared that some individuals were living on the property long‑term. The only positive note is that the staff members were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in helpful staff and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great deal for a short stay in Tahoe. My wife and I hooked the room with the private jetted tub. It was a decent, clean on our arrival. It's a basic room for a standard price. It is a five star stay for the staff! My wife forgot her inhaler and they were kind enough to call us after we checked out so we could grab it. What service! We will be staying here again next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026