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Inn by the Lake


Inn by the Lake
Hotel class 3 of 5
3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd., Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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5 of 5 stars
DisneyKahuna 9 contributions
The OC, California
Jul 9, 2009 | Trip type: Family New
1/1 found this review helpful

After staying in a nearby RV park for a week, we decided to stay at IBTL for a couple of days. Upon arrival on July 3rd, we were kindly directed by a staff member to on off-site parking place for our RV, since there is no room for parking RV's on the premises. We got a king bed with a... more

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4 of 5 stars
mommyofmatt 4 contributions
San Francisco, CA
Jul 8, 2009 | Trip type: Family New
1/1 found this review helpful

Our room was nice and clean and the bathroom big. We traveled with our 4 yr old and he really enjoyed the pool. Great location and plenty of parking space even though we came at a busy time (4th of July weekend). Staff are friendly and helpful and the general manager, Dan is always around to help the guests. One... more

Great hotel!
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5 of 5 stars
swam_nw 6 contributions
Zurich, Switzerland
Jun 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

We enjoyed our stay at the Inn by the Lake very much. We got a free upgrade to a big room with a kingsize bed with lake view. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful with anything you asked them. I can higly recommend this hotel! more

Management response from
Daniel McHale, General Manager

Delighted that you enjoyed a great stay at Inn by the Lake. During slower occupancy periods we endeavor to upgrade reservations when possible. Even now as we enter our busy summer season we are pleased to offer a number of value priced packages and discounts. In this challenging economy we all need to get away to re-charge. Best Regards, Dan

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5 of 5 stars
cypherningya 1 contribution
San Francisco
May 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

I've been staying at Inn By The Lake for over 15 years, and I feel it is the best value in Lake Tahoe for me because of its comfort, service, and location. We stayed in Room 340, a one bedroom suite. It was too big for us, but the kitchen meant we didn't need to eat out for every meal... more

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Daniel McHale, General Manager

First of all let me thank you for being such a loyal guest over the years. Your kind comments are very much appreciated! Your detailed commentary also serve as an excellent guide for new visitors as to what we are and are not. Inn by the Lake is a true Tahoe experience. We feature great lake views from much of...

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2 of 5 stars
nomadsf128 2 contributions
San Francisco
Mar 23, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/3 found this review helpful

Apparently any small hotel (i.e., not part of a large chain) can now label itself a "Boutique Hotel." If an overpriced, small, unclean room with outdated fixtures is your idea of "boutique" then this is the place for you. There is nothing unique or charming about this "Inn." We have stayed at Inn by the Lake ("IBTL") twice this season... more

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Daniel McHale, General Manager

Thank you for your return patronage. It is unfortunate that your second visit this year was not as pleasant as your first stay. Please accept our apologies. Your Snow Bound discount card entitled you to a precentage discount on a variety of room types at different prices and featuring varied views. Apparently, you chose a propetty view standard queen on...

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3 of 5 stars
BOO37DOG 9 contributions
United Kingdom,
Mar 14, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

We visited this hotel 12 years ago and decided to go back as we were staying in Tahoe for a few days before driving to Mammoth. Well this hotel is so run down and we were very disappointed. I almost forget how far it is from the hub of things, 3 miles I think. Yes you can get the buses... more

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Daniel McHale, General Manager

Sorry that we failed to meet your expectations. The Inn opened in the early 80's and we like to think that it is kept in very good condition. With interior corridors, central HVAC and units ranging in size from roughly 300 to 1,100 sq. ft. it would be impossible to rebuild at todays construction costs. The Inn's location is in...

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4 of 5 stars
LovetoTravelSD 3 contributions
San Diego
Mar 10, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

My husband and I decided to stay at Inn by the Lake because of its moderate price and proximity to the shops, lifts, and casinos. We were very pleased with the hotel. The room was a nice size, the bed was amazingly comfortable, and there was ample parking. I interacted with the front desk staff three times (check-in, check-out, and... more

Management response from
Daniel McHale, General Manager

Thank you for your kind comments concerning your recent stay at Inn by the Lake. Yes, most of our lake view units are quite large and priced higher than our standard property view queen rooms. We refer to April as our spring shoulder period. Ski season comes to a conclusion and we await summer. However, Tahoe is beauitiful this time...

Great hotel
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5 of 5 stars
Happyskier50 6 contributions
United Kingdom
Feb 11, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We stayed for 7 nights in January 2009 and were impressed with the hotel. The room we had was on the third floor with a good view of the lake. The rooms are particularly large and we appreciated the robes. Breakfast can be taken at the Hungary Bear and the $3.00 voucher each guest is given means that a great... more

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Daniel McHale, General Manager

Thanks so much for your very kind comments regarding our staff and services. Delighted that you enjoyed the introductry offer to Bear Beach Cafe! Sorry about any noise. Please see my comments below. Come back to see us soon, Dan

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3 of 5 stars
stevesims 1 contribution
dorset
Jan 13, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

The staff at the Inn were so polite and helpful, we arrived after 27 hours of travelling and were placed in a room which had the groan of the heating/air conditioner compressor right outside our door. After a short time we went to reception and asked to be moved, they gave us a large room with a lake view. We... more

Management response from
Daniel McHale, General Manager

Thanks for your kind words and very constructive comments. Please accept our apologies for the noise which disrupted your nights rest. The Inn is the only three star and one of the few properties in South Lake Tahoe with interior corridors and a central HVAC system. Couple this with fully insulated interior/exterior walls and it usually spells quiet. However, we...

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5 of 5 stars
DrBob1964 2 contributions
L.A.
Dec 31, 2008 | Trip type: Family

After a miserable experience with an online service I called Inn by the Lake directly. The lady I spoke with, Rosie, was very helpful accommodating to our last minute changes and managed to book us a lovely room at an xlnt price. Once we got there, the staff at The Inn was very pleasant and helpful with everything from ski... more

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Daniel McHale, General Manager

Thank you so much for your posting. Sorry about the difficulties you experienced with a 3rd party online reservation site. We try to be selective. Glad to learn that Rosie and our Team were very helpful. Always great to note that ones efforts do not go unnoticed. Bear Beach Cafe in addition to breakfast and lunch is now open for...

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