Desolation Hotel

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Bar

Room service

Spa

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

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933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150

The Shops at Heavenly
6 min walk
Heavenly Gondola
6 min walk
Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe
7 min walk
Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
15 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

34 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Grand Suite, Balcony

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, Balcony

Mountain view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

44 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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On private beach

Pool

Spa

Restaurant

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Winter wonderland with a ski shuttle

Jump on the free ski shuttle for a day on the slopes before returning to Desolation Hotel for a meal at the restaurant and comforts including an outdoor pool and a steam room. Housekeeping is available on request.

Desolation Hotel offers 21 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature outdoor private spa 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 spa 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.

During your stay at Desolation Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Heavenly Gondola. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired Internet
Free self parking
Enjoy pool views while dining at Maggie's
Full breakfast served daily for a fee
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
Amenities include meeting rooms, a gift shop, and laundry facilities
Onsite recreation includes a gym, a steam room, and a sauna
Within a 10-minute walk of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harveys Lake Tahoe
Free ski and beach shuttle service
Pets welcome for a fee
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor swimming pool. Getting to the slopes is a breeze with this mountain resort's complimentary ski shuttle. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in one of the resort's 2 bars/lounges.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers ski storage, a sauna, and a fitness center. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star South Lake Tahoe resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 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.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 public transport

Free uncovered self-parking on site
Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Free off-site parking within 5 ft
Street parking available
Free beach shuttle
Free ski shuttle

Food and drink

Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 20-50 per person
1 restaurant
2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
Room service available
Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

Maggie's

Things to do

Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bike storage
Fitness centre
Free bike hire
Outdoor pool
Sauna
Spa services
A hot tub
Steam room

Family friendly

Children's games
Fence around the pool
Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Washer/dryer

Conveniences

Lift
Gift shop/newsstand
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Housekeeping (on request)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Ski storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

Coworking spaces
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Firepit
Free pool cabanas
Nature reserve
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille signage
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 91
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in room
Pool hoist on site
Step-free path to entrance
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Beach towels
Couples dining
Fireplace in reception
Romance packages available
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Frette Italian sheets
Heating (climate-controlled)
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Hairdryer
Heated floor (bathroom)
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

43-inch smart TV
Digital channels
Hulu
Premium channels
Streaming services

Food and drink

Champagne service
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Kitchen
Local meal delivery service
Microwave
Mini fridge
Oven
Paper towels
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Electrical adapters/chargers
Fireplace
Guidebooks/recommendations
In-room massage
Laptop-friendly workspace
Laundry detergent
Mobile key entry
Phone
Private outdoor hot tub
Safe
Slippers
Soundproofing
Turndown service
Washer and 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 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets: USD 75 per pet, per night
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Resort fee: USD 59 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Beach access
Beach towels
Bicycle storage
Fitness center access
Housekeeping
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
In-room safe
Laundry facilities
Pool access
Ski storage
Spa access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 50 per person
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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are recommended to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.