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3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012
egails Ocean Springs, Mississippi
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Ocean Springs, Mississippi
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Clean, great location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012

My sister and I stayed here the night of the fireworks on Labor Day weekend. The room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is right across the street from a beach on Lake Tahoe. They not only provided chairs for us to watch the fireworks, but also gave us blankets to cover our legs as the temperature cooled down. What a nice experience.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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danmchael, General Manager at Inn by the Lake, responded to this review
September 26, 2012
Delighted you enjoyed the view of the fireworks over the Lake on Labor Day. Like the 4th of July this is an annual tradition here at Inn by the Lake.
Best Regards,
Dan
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Bali, Indonesia
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102 reviews 102 reviews
35 hotel reviews
Reviews in 51 cities Reviews in 51 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
“Convenient and Beautiful”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 5, 2012

We visited Lake Tahoe with my husband. We found so many hotels, motels or lodges to choose finally a friend helped us to book this hotel. We were happy to know that the hotel is nice, clean and convenient. The location is not far from restaurants and convenient store it could be reached in 5 minutes drive and you can see directly to the lake. The room is spacious as well as the bath room. They have a fridge, microwave, iron, coffee maker. The price is reasonable even though you can find cheaper accommodation around with the same condition. They have a decent pool too. no regret after all. If you choose a room across the lake the price is higher.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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danmchael, General Manager at Inn by the Lake, responded to this review
September 26, 2012
You said it all! Thanks for sharing your experience.
Best Regards,
Dan
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Brookline, Massachusetts
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40 reviews 40 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Very clean rooms in a central location on busy Lake Tahoe Boulevard”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 26, 2012 via mobile

Stayed here for a wedding I attended. The location is very central and it's easy to get to Stateline, NV or Emerald Bay on the west side of the lake. An unfortunate consequence of this is that the hotel is located on a very busy stretch of road. If you have a room facing the road and you want to leave your balcony door open, it can get loud. The lake is beautiful. I had a partial view in the pool building, but it's not worth the extra money in my opinion. It's true that the other side of the hotel overlooks a trailer park, so pick your poison. Parking is ample and convenient in the back. Overall, the property is nicely maintained and the rooms are comfortable and clean, if a bit dated.

  • Stayed August 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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danmchael, General Manager at Inn by the Lake, responded to this review
September 26, 2012
We are very proud of our housekeeping and maintenance departments. Thank you for recognizing them.
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Dan
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san jose, ca, usa
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30 reviews 30 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
55 helpful votes 55 helpful votes
“just ok”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 21, 2012

the hotel is pretty old but remodeled a bit that it looks cabiny but if you look closer its really dark and slightly musty but cleaned very well. So as to cleanliness, i rate it 4 stars. As to service, you don't really see anyone so other than checking in/out, nothing to rate. TV is those big box types. The bed is the good part. Its pretty comfortable and high. Water pressure good but water doesn't go down so fast/well. The hot tub great. The location is great, cross the street and you're at the beach. Go sideways and you can have breakfast at the Bear Beach Cafe. They have great burgers.

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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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danmchael, General Manager at Inn by the Lake, responded to this review
September 26, 2012
Thank you for your constructive feed-back. Sorry we failed to impress you.
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Dan
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Los Gatos, California
1 review
“Great Tahoe Go-To”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 21, 2012

Been here multiple times over the years. Whether it's summer or winter, this has been a great go-to hotel for us. Close enough to the casinos that you can check them out with ease but still have a nice peaceful smoke-free haven to return to. With Heavenly just minutes away, this hotel clearly has an overall excellent location. The 1 BR Suite and 2 BR Suite with the full kitchen really comes in handy for those traveling with family or friends. The pool/hot tub and exercise room are all well-maintained. Parking is plentiful. Free use of cruiser bikes is a nice way to explore the area. Love the onsite Bear Beach restaurant and the adjacent Tahoe Bowl. We definitely will continue to be back soon again.

Room Tip: Suites are large and have a full kitchen and dining area.
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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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danmchael, General Manager at Inn by the Lake, responded to this review
September 26, 2012
Thank you so much for your very kind comments. Fall is in the air and we are n the mist of enjoying a change of seasons. Come up to see us again soon.
Best Regards,
Dan
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Also Known As:
Inn By The Lake Hotel
Inn By The Lake Hotel South Lake Tahoe
Hotel By The Lake
By The Lake Tahoe
Address: 3300 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Region: United States > California > Lake Tahoe (California) > South Lake Tahoe
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 Business Hotels in South Lake Tahoe
#15 Romantic Hotels in South Lake Tahoe
#17 Family Hotels in South Lake Tahoe
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Inn by the Lake is conveniently located across the street from Lake Tahoe's El Dorado Beach. Heavenly Mountain Resort is a mile away and the Inn's mid-town location offers easy access to all that Tahoe has to offer. We have a fully equipped fitness room, sauna, outdoor swimming pool (seasonal)and bi-level spa. Enjoy our family fun center, Tahoe Bowl - featuring Blue Dog Gourmet Pizza and Lane 17 Sports Bar. Bear Beach Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for your family dining pleasure. ... more   less 
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