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A modern multi-story building with a pool area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit.
A modern building with a two-story parking garage, a white car parked inside, and a sign reading "BLC B".
A modern outdoor area with a fireplace, a large bathtub, and a wicker chair.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a wall-mounted circular light fixture, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a countertop.
A modern spa area with a hot tub, wooden flooring, a seating area, and a glass door leading to an outdoor space.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $777
$689 nightly
$777 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

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933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
  • Place, Lakeside Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Heavenly Gondola
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Shops at Heavenly Village
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, Balcony

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a black coffee table, and a large painting of a ship on the wall.

Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Suite, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Grand Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

South Lake Tahoe

A stay at Desolation Hotel places you in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, within a 10-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino. .This luxury resort is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from The Shops at Heavenly Village and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe.
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What's nearby

  • Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lakeside Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Heavenly Gondola - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Base Camp Pizza Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caesars Race & Sportsbook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stateline Brewery & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Azul-Latin Kitchen - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Desolation Hotel

Desolation Hotel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star resort have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 21 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and outdoor private hot tubs. Your bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with ovens, stovetops, and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 43-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment.
Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and gift shops/newsstands. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Grab a bite to eat at Maggie's, a poolside restaurant where you can take in the pool view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Maggie's - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Maggie's

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in
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 75 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 20 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Desolation Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, modern, pet friendly, wonderful hot tub and pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, even for just one night. The room was beautiful, clean and gad dome very cool amenities. The front desk staff were all very helpful and nice, too. Location is good, but no view of the lake. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lexie

Clean room! Very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
High end amenities and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an amazing hotel and stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful. Very thing about the room was amazing, the fireplaces made for a nice atmosphere and we loved the heated floors in the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities, extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down our favorite place to stay in Tahoe. The property and rooms are immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mahamar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful aesthetic, super clean, friendly staff and hotel restaurant was delicious. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Not worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool, and hot tub were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely accommodating. Room was clean and was able to assist with all our needs for our infant.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Woori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very goooood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was a great hostess! And very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & chic hotel! loved the fact that it was very pet friendly. The Dyson blowdryer was the highlight for me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina

Very clean and convenient location to food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super modern, impeccably clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIRILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms. Cabin-like cozy feel, yet very modern and updated. Great location too. Staff was very nice and pleasant. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stylish, clean, comfortable. Parking on site is convenient. Chemex and coffee in room a nice touch. Location is great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAMALDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I been in tahoe for years and surely this is the best place i ever stayed in . Clean , quiet , amazing decor rooms . Fantastic location .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money with excellent design, very high cleanliness, EV charging everywhere and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property located at the majestic Lake Tahoe area! A must visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025