Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, and it is uncovered. No reservation is required.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability. Late check-in incurs a fee for arrivals between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The property offers wheelchair-accessible parking, a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, and a wheelchair-accessible path of travel. However, there is no elevator as the property is single-level.

What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in South Lake Tahoe (Gardner Mountain), within a 10-minute drive of Heavenly Gondola and Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. It is approximately 6 miles from Heavenly Ski Resort and 5.7 miles from Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

High Country Lodge

What guests think

At High Country Lodge, travelers describe a clean, updated, no frills motel with easy check in, a quiet setting near restaurants and the Y, and solid value for short stays in South Lake Tahoe.

Rooms provide simple essentials like a fridge, microwave or coffee maker; some are small, and several guests found mattresses and pillows too firm. Cleanliness feedback is mostly positive, though a few reviews reported isolated issues like dusty curtains or dirty bedding. Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, but some policies and communication frustrated guests, including an unexpected late check-in fee, limited check-in hours, and only brief late checkout. Expect a straightforward, budget-friendly base for South Lake Tahoe.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

Facilities are basic, with convenient on-site parking mentioned repeatedly. Few shared amenities are highlighted beyond that.

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Evan

May 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We really liked the property overall. The rooms were a bit dated in a couple of things, but in general was surprisingly nice. The front desk manager was super friendly, and even brought Ice directly to us since the machine was down. He made us feel warm and welcome to the property, and we could tell took pride in what he did. If you're looking for a nice, pleasant place to stay (in walking distance of a few nice restaurants) , this may be the place for you.

10

Maxim

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and cheap option! Check in was super easy and quick. Easy parking even though we had more cars than allowed. Would highly recommend and do again!

8

Jacqueline

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our king sized room was quite large. The room was clean everything in good shape. The shower was awesome nice and big. Appreciated free parking and no resort fee. Close to restaurants didn’t have to go far.

8

David

Jun 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very well maintained older hotel. Easy check-in - ensured all rooms were non-smoking. Clean, comfortable, and overall very quiet area!

10

Yiwei

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy Parking

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Cleanliness

Most reviews praise very clean rooms and refreshed interiors. A handful reported issues like dusty curtains, dirty bedding, or other small lapses.

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Tanika

Feb 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great value for money in South Lake Tahoe - clean, modern bedding

8

Jose

Aug 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good. The hotel met my needs of a place to shower and sleep. It great that its right off the main road and that there are plenty of places to eat and shop nearby. The staff was great and the hotel is economical. The only issues i had were that one of the window curtains had what looked to be a red dried mucus and the bathroom had 2 or 3 stains/smears on the door of a bug being smashed and not wiped off. Also my phone reception (A Tea and Tea) did not work inside the room. I had to go across the parking lot, where the grass area is at to get service. But other than that, my stay was good.

6

Dalene

Sep 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean but some simple fixes would go a LONG way. Our shower curtain had to have been several years old. The shower head came to my forehead- I am 5\'4". The towels were super rough and old. Beds and room were clean, however, the bed and pillows were super hard. We went to Ross to buy pillows while we there because it was so uncomfortable. Asked for a late check out, they would only give 30 minutes and when I went back to get ice at 12:30, no one was at the hotel. Would not stay here again even though it was clean, just bc they won\'t do a later check out than 30 minutes and the beds were so uncomfortable. But it was clean!

10

Philip

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, helpful staff, very clean! Thanks!

8

Mary

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This little motel is just what we needed in South Tahoe. Off the main drag and walkable to many restaurants for breakfast and dimner. Theoutside is fetting a fresh coat of paint and our room was recently renovated. Very clean, great king mattress and quiet. The proprietor was very friendly and is a hard worker...you can tell by the beautiful lawn! If youre looking for a clean no frills place, this is it!

4

Maricela

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The beds where dirty. Hair on the bed. Didn't change sheets

8

David

Jun 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very well maintained older hotel. Easy check-in - ensured all rooms were non-smoking. Clean, comfortable, and overall very quiet area!

2

HASSAN

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No clean is not good I want to add the picture but I cannot upload I don't know why

10

richie

May 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I booked this place at the last minute due to road closures on my original planned route. Great price, hassle-free check-in and an immaculate, comfy and up to date room, recently renovated I'd say.

10

Jodi

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy. Owner is very friendly. Beds were comfy. It was everything we needed for a one night stay. Refrigerator, coffee, blow dryer. Very clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and updated, with some spacious and others compact; many include a fridge, microwave, or coffee maker. Comfort is generally good, though several guests found mattresses and pillows too firm.

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larry

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

could have used a tv channe guidel

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Clayton

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent value. Clean and well managed. This is a renovated classic old-school motel. very comfortable bed. stayed 5-nights for a ski vaccation. Family owned and managed.

10

Marisa

May 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet. Comfy. Easy Check-in. Clean. Fast wifi. Stoked

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Dalene

Sep 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean but some simple fixes would go a LONG way. Our shower curtain had to have been several years old. The shower head came to my forehead- I am 5\'4". The towels were super rough and old. Beds and room were clean, however, the bed and pillows were super hard. We went to Ross to buy pillows while we there because it was so uncomfortable. Asked for a late check out, they would only give 30 minutes and when I went back to get ice at 12:30, no one was at the hotel. Would not stay here again even though it was clean, just bc they won\'t do a later check out than 30 minutes and the beds were so uncomfortable. But it was clean!

8

Jenna

Mar 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a last minute booking to get us in the Tahoe area a day early in case the roads closed and it was a nice, little surprise! Rooms are small, but look recently updated in the living area and having a microwave was a big plus for us. Front desk staff was friendly.

10

Alison

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t have food there bed and pillows were very hard not too comfy that was the only down fall

8

Jacqueline

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our king sized room was quite large. The room was clean everything in good shape. The shower was awesome nice and big. Appreciated free parking and no resort fee. Close to restaurants didn’t have to go far.

10

Jodi

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy. Owner is very friendly. Beds were comfy. It was everything we needed for a one night stay. Refrigerator, coffee, blow dryer. Very clean.

10

Robert

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well kept fun little mitel. Management very friendly. Comfortable bed. Remodeled bathroom

8

Sheryl

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great spacious room

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Service

Many guests describe the staff and owners as friendly, helpful, and sometimes accommodating with early check-in. However, policies and communication frustrated some, including an unexpected late check-in fee, limited check-in hours, limited late checkout, and one report of rudeness.

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Raymond

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property owner and management were very friendly and accommodating, gave great suggestions for activities even helped me out with some tools to fix our seat. The motel has a great location near food and activities. We would definitely stay here again.

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Will

Dec 25, 2022

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Stayed 19,346 nights

The front desk team didn’t have the best communication after asking them to give another guest a key to the hotel. The front desk didn’t give them a key because a lack of communication and so the other guest had to wait in the car for a few hours.

10

Maxim

Feb 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and cheap option! Check in was super easy and quick. Easy parking even though we had more cars than allowed. Would highly recommend and do again!

10

christopher

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve stayed here In the summer a couple times. It is very easy to get in and out and the rooms are clean. There is a nice breakfast spot next door. The people who run it are nice and accommodating. For the money it works great.

2

Vedangi

Apr 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff is extremely rude

6

Angelica

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Last-minute booking. The area was nice—quiet and friendly, which I appreciated. However, I was surprised and disappointed to be charged an extra $40 for a late check-in. That detail wasn’t made clear up front, and it felt a bit unfair

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Mike

Apr 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff wouldn't let me check in refuse to accept my credit card cuz it didn't have a chip

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L

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My family and I stayed here for 2 nights and we had a good stay. Room was decent, comfortable and clean. Check in was fast and staff was friendly and very nice to reccomend where to eat & places to go. I would come back here :)

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Jodi

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was easy. Owner is very friendly. Beds were comfy. It was everything we needed for a one night stay. Refrigerator, coffee, blow dryer. Very clean.

8

Araceli

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean no smell, the only thing was the pillows were a bit hard, we got there at 1:45pm the manager was nice and let us check in early. Overall it was a nice stay..

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Location

Convenient base near the Y with easy access to Hwy 50, close to restaurants and shops, and generally quiet. Several guests could walk to dining.

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Edward

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place in the Y. Close to everything I want.

10

Hong

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convinent place. Quiet and easy access for view points in Lake Tahoe. Lots of dinning options around the lodge.

8

Betty Jean

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is centrally located and has an easy entrance/exit.

8

Haobo

Dec 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great, right next to hwy-50. I was initially concerned about traffic noise, to my surprise i didn't hear much noise. Before we came i was also worried about late check-in. I called frontdest ahead of time, we checked-in around 10:30pm had no problem.

10

Philip

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, helpful staff, very clean! Thanks!

8

Mary

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This little motel is just what we needed in South Tahoe. Off the main drag and walkable to many restaurants for breakfast and dimner. Theoutside is fetting a fresh coat of paint and our room was recently renovated. Very clean, great king mattress and quiet. The proprietor was very friendly and is a hard worker...you can tell by the beautiful lawn! If youre looking for a clean no frills place, this is it!

8

Jacqueline

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our king sized room was quite large. The room was clean everything in good shape. The shower was awesome nice and big. Appreciated free parking and no resort fee. Close to restaurants didn’t have to go far.

8

Murray

Mar 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonably priced - clean large rooms - no issues. Good pizza place within walking distance which was good because we didn't want to have to drive to dinner.

10

Betty Jean

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was at an easy location

8

Philippe

Feb 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient, clean, well located

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Dining

No on-site dining or breakfast is provided; in-room coffee is basic. Guests highlight multiple nearby options, including a cafe and pizza within walking distance.

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Bill

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice motel style place for an overnight stay. Clean, comfortable. No food options; cheap coffee in room.

10

Edward

Sep 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place in the Y. Close to everything I want.

10

Hong

Oct 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convinent place. Quiet and easy access for view points in Lake Tahoe. Lots of dinning options around the lodge.

8

Jose

Aug 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My stay was good. The hotel met my needs of a place to shower and sleep. It great that its right off the main road and that there are plenty of places to eat and shop nearby. The staff was great and the hotel is economical. The only issues i had were that one of the window curtains had what looked to be a red dried mucus and the bathroom had 2 or 3 stains/smears on the door of a bug being smashed and not wiped off. Also my phone reception (A Tea and Tea) did not work inside the room. I had to go across the parking lot, where the grass area is at to get service. But other than that, my stay was good.

10

Kurt

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were very nice. The owners were even nicer. It was about a block to walk to pizza for dinner and a cafe for breakfast, both of which had great food. It was the last night of a ten day/nine night road trip, and it one of the nicest places we stayed, and for a reasonable price. Do recommend.

8

Mary

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This little motel is just what we needed in South Tahoe. Off the main drag and walkable to many restaurants for breakfast and dimner. Theoutside is fetting a fresh coat of paint and our room was recently renovated. Very clean, great king mattress and quiet. The proprietor was very friendly and is a hard worker...you can tell by the beautiful lawn! If youre looking for a clean no frills place, this is it!

10

christopher

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve stayed here In the summer a couple times. It is very easy to get in and out and the rooms are clean. There is a nice breakfast spot next door. The people who run it are nice and accommodating. For the money it works great.

10

Jay

Dec 24, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and close to supermarket, Starbucks

8

L

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My family and I stayed here for 2 nights and we had a good stay. Room was decent, comfortable and clean. Check in was fast and staff was friendly and very nice to reccomend where to eat & places to go. I would come back here :)

8

Murray

Mar 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Reasonably priced - clean large rooms - no issues. Good pizza place within walking distance which was good because we didn't want to have to drive to dinner.

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High Country Lodge

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

Basic Room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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