Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

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

The hotel is located near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Casino. It is 1.1 miles from Heavenly Ski Resort and 1.3 miles from Heavenly Gondola.

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

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies are not provided.

Black Bear Lodge in South Lake Tahoe

Average nightly price at Black Bear Lodge by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$223
February	$240
March	$206
April	$180
May	$223
June	$321
July	$416
August	$379
September	$369
October	$219
November	$186
December	$240

What guests think

At Black Bear Lodge, travellers praise friendly, attentive staff, spacious cozy rooms with fireplaces, and peaceful, well-kept grounds in a quiet yet walkable location near the lake and restaurants, creating a relaxing base for Tahoe visits.

Many enjoy the cozy lobby bar, complimentary drink vouchers, an outdoor hot tub, and straightforward parking. Rooms and grounds are widely described as very clean. Common drawbacks include no on-site breakfast or restaurant, several rooms without air conditioning that can feel warm in summer, and occasional noise or maintenance hiccups. Expect a restful, lodge-style stay with cozy rooms and convenient access to town and the lake.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the cozy lobby bar, pleasant grounds, a hot tub, and easy parking. A few felt the hot tub underwhelmed compared with expectations.

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Stephanie

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect hotel for a getaway weekend. Super nice staff, nice beer and wine bar in the lobby, and a toasty hot tub. 10/10 recommend.

10

Jessica

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

It’s too cold outside to be THIS cozy inside! My husband and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary over NYE in room 2. It was lovely and we hope to come back! The hot tub was great, and the bus stop to the slopes is RIGHT outside. It’s honestly the perfect location. Walking distance to the lake and great food (highly recommended the sushi happy hour around the corner), only 1 bus stop away from California lodge ski Lyft, and free parking. There was a fireplace in the room, we had access to a fridge and microwave, and there is a bar inside the lobby! They have a ton of games and an awesome DVD collection. Best hotel we’ve honestly stayed in. Also everyone was super nice and helpful! The only thing that could have made the stay better was if there was another mirror in our room and if the WiFi was faster.

10

Adrian

Sep 2, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful property. Friendly helpful kind staff. Good sized room. Convenient location. Easy parking.

10

Larry

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved our studio cabin at Black Bear Lodge! The cabin was beautiful inside with a luxurious king bed, nicely appointed kitchen, and spacious bathroom with walk-in shower. Outside, we had a nice grassy area under Ponderosa pines to sit in the sun or the shade and enjoy the quiet surroundings. Most days we walked down to the lake to enjoy the beach or take the Tahoe Cruise. There are many attractive restaurants within walking distance, too!

10

Joanie

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very quaint lodge and room. Beautiful views! Lovely courtyard.

10

Alejandra

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved it! Super clean room and bathroom with thoughtful amenities. The fireplace was the room heater and worked really well. Cozy hotel, nice spa and friendly staff.

10

Peter

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is ideal close enough but far enough to the activity. Rooms are well appointed, clean and are a small efficiency. Parking is easy. Property is beautiful. Staff is friendly and helpful. Close to numerous restaurants and a quick walk to the lake. Only thing missing was a second mirror outside of the bathroom, so that one can put make up on or do hair while other is showering.

10

Douglas

Dec 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very cozy lodge. Grounds are nice and well manicured. Staff is very nice and personable.

8

Chris

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hot tub was lacking, but property was quiet.

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Lindsey

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Rooms are super cute and modern. Great amenities with nice soaps, towels and even a hot water pot, microwave and mini fridge. The hot tub looked nice, but we never made it there to enjoy it. You get free drink coupon upon arrival which was a plus! Staff is super friendly! Definitely will return here!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness receives strong praise for both rooms and shared areas. A few reviews cite issues like dusty patios, dirty fixtures, or slow-draining or unclean tubs.

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Alexander

Jun 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Black Bear Lodge is a lovely little hideaway in Lake Tahoe. The rooms are very well appointed, with fire, fan, AC and windows that fully open, so you can get the room exactly how you want it. The beds are large and very comfortable. On arrival you also get a free drinks coupon to use at the small in-house bar for a beer, wine or soft drink, which is a lovely touch. We did have one issue though, which was that our shower wasn't draining properly - someone was sent immediately to the room with some drain unblocker liquid, but it didn't do the trick. Hopefully they sorted it once we checked out though. Otherwise, the stay was absolutely perfect and we would stay there again in a heartbeat! The location is also fantastic, walking distance to many restaurants and shops, as well as the marina. There's ample parking too. And it's on the California side of the lake (which is nicer than the Nevada side!) The rooms themselves also feature a microwave, coffee/tea, fridge, TV, comfortable seating and all the amenities you could need.

10

Prutha

Dec 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing staff and complimentary services. The suite was squeaky clean!!

6

Muhammad Mohsin

Jul 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The patio was extremely dirty with dust and pollen from trees. In my 3 nights stay i didnt sit out on the patio even once because it was dirty. Day one the kettle didnt work, once i got that fixed then day two the microwave stopped working. one of the tv remotes didnt work and there was nothing there for entertainment such as board games or card games. It got super hot at night even with the windows all open, since there isnt any Air Conditioning. And I noticed they offered some others guests complimentary water bottles upon check in but I wasn't offered anything in the three nights i stayed. Almost $1400 for three nights, not sure if thats justified. Maybe half of it.

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Mayra

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The suite was very comfy and relaxing. The only problem was the jacuzzi tub. No idea how to turn it on and off, no idea how to turn jets on, and to make matters worse, the water was EXTREMELY FILTHY when we filled it up which means the tub was DIRTY.

10

Laien

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything is good except the hair dryer is dirty.

10

Henry

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved our stay a the Black Bear Lodge. Very clean and quiet. Loved the old Tahoe feel, but the modern clean rooms. Loved the complimentary wine and sitting out in the beautiful grounds.

10

Willis

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was outstanding: friendly, helpful, professional in every way. Room was large and comfortable. View was lovely. Cleanliness was fine. We requested that our linens be changed and that was done speedily and with no hassle. Can't say enough good things about the staff!

10

Alejandra

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved it! Super clean room and bathroom with thoughtful amenities. The fireplace was the room heater and worked really well. Cozy hotel, nice spa and friendly staff.

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Laien

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was good except the shower head was a bit dirty and leaked water.

10

Ryan

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Black Bear Lodge was extremely clean, and the staff were very polite.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and cozy, often with fireplaces and kitchenettes; many praise comfortable beds and updated decor. Some units experience road or neighbor noise, a few note dated areas, and one mentions slow Wi-Fi.

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Sheli

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff is very nice; however the rooms and building are dated and in need of repair. There is no air conditioning. The gardens are well kept and pretty.

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Tyler

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our room (room 5, king bed). It was extremely spacious and decorated with a cool mountain vibe. The bed was comfortable, with a nice feathertop mattress topper. And the outdoor hot tub was exactly what we wanted after a day of hiking. (Along with the warm robes in the rooms that you can wear back from the hot tub.) We really enjoyed it. My only complaints are minor and could be easily remedied: because our room was in the main lodge (upstairs of check-in), it got somewhat noisy in the morning; the only coffee available in both the room and in the lobby was "brew in bag" teabags of coffee, which were not great; the bathroom could use some more hooks for towels and clothes; there is a smoke alarm high on the ceiling that flashes with a bright white light every 10 sec or so which is irritating when trying to sleep; although there were 4 pillows, only 1 was soft-- we would have liked a selection of some firmer, some softer. All of these are very minor issues, so I hope they resolve them. Regardless, we had a very enjoyable stay, and really enjoyed the spaciousness and style of the room.

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August

Jan 3, 2023

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Stayed 19,359 nights

Our Room was situated Deerfield building. The walls were so thin I was able to hear people in other units, conversation, and TVs got woken up every morning at 3 AM by neighbors. No privacy

10

Jessica

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

It’s too cold outside to be THIS cozy inside! My husband and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary over NYE in room 2. It was lovely and we hope to come back! The hot tub was great, and the bus stop to the slopes is RIGHT outside. It’s honestly the perfect location. Walking distance to the lake and great food (highly recommended the sushi happy hour around the corner), only 1 bus stop away from California lodge ski Lyft, and free parking. There was a fireplace in the room, we had access to a fridge and microwave, and there is a bar inside the lobby! They have a ton of games and an awesome DVD collection. Best hotel we’ve honestly stayed in. Also everyone was super nice and helpful! The only thing that could have made the stay better was if there was another mirror in our room and if the WiFi was faster.

10

Lisa

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Second time staying at the Black Bear Lodge. The room I rented had it all- laundry, full kitchen, comfortable bed and 2 fireplaces.

8

Deniz

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Stayed here for the first time and we enjoyed ourselves quite a bit. Booked the Sienna Suite which is a great space for a family. It's situated so that it's fairly private. Two negatives though: 1) if you're averse to noise at night, this might not be the best room for you. The master bedroom window faces a main road and can be quite noisy in the early morning. There is also a generator/equipment right below/next to the unit that makes quite a bit of noise every 2-3 hours. 2) if you're planning on cooking in the large kitchen, you might want to bring some cooking supplies. While it is stocked with utensils, plates, and cups, there are only a couple pots/small pans available to cook with. The staff were incredibly friendly. The grounds were fun to explore and had a very distinct charm. We will definitely be back, but probably will try out one of the cabins towards the back of the property.

10

Willis

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was outstanding: friendly, helpful, professional in every way. Room was large and comfortable. View was lovely. Cleanliness was fine. We requested that our linens be changed and that was done speedily and with no hassle. Can't say enough good things about the staff!

10

Anna M

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved this lodge! The rooms were big, with plenty of space to spread out! Very quiet and the bed was very comfortable! I would definitely stay here again!

10

Alan

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very well furnished, modern and spacious room in a great location.

10

Christie

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My mom and I thoroughly enjoyed our short stay. It was peaceful and relaxing, exactly what we needed. The weather was perfect for sitting out on the patio and there was plenty of room for both of us to stretch out and enjoy the amenities in our suite.

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Service

Service is consistently friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with thoughtful touches like upgrades, quick help, and even returning lost items by mail. Many guests say staff went above and beyond.

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Klaus

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Received a very warm and professional welcome, staff went out of their way to find the best room for us, super friendly, very nice room with balcony, liked it a lot and would always come back

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Vinh

Jan 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is one of a kind. It makes me feel like home. I also want to say thank you to Bri who provided above and beyond the term of hospitality. She deserved a raise and call out employees of the month. She does not only friendly but also resolves and provides lot of useful information when we asked. Again, everything about the hotel is awesome and I will definitely comeback in the future!

10

José de Jesús

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was very clean Lupita was very nice super helpful love her service

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Scarleth

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly, our check in was so smooth same as check out! Property location is wonderful and convenient!!

10

travis

Nov 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Truly amazing staff. Called me to let me know a snow storm had hit, and wanted to keep me updated. Found out it was my birthday and surprised me. Just easy things that made me feel valued. You can tell they genuinely cared about their customers.

10

Dan

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff

10

Dennis

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is absolutely breathtaking! Close enough to everything yet far enough to feel peace and tranquillity. The staff is wonderful. Katy made us feel like family. I highly recommend this property.

10

Willis

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was outstanding: friendly, helpful, professional in every way. Room was large and comfortable. View was lovely. Cleanliness was fine. We requested that our linens be changed and that was done speedily and with no hassle. Can't say enough good things about the staff!

10

Allison

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at Black Bear Lodge went above and beyond to ensure we had a pleasant stay. We will definitely be back the next time we're in South Lake Tahoe!

10

Maryfrances

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Service was outstanding. Forgot my eyeglasses in room and they were mailed back to me immediately. Truly appreciate the customer service. Wonderful location and facilities.

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Location

Quiet setting that is walkable to the lake, marina, restaurants, and a ski shuttle stop, and convenient for Heavenly. Guests like being away from the bustle yet close to essentials.

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Chung

Aug 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location and convenience

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KENDALL

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Nice comfortable rooms, the courtyard and grounds are nice to relax and enjoy,its in a quiet area but still walkable to dining and the marina.

10

Darian

Jul 16, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Excellent resort with wonderful staff. Located in a quiet area that is still easily accessible to the hotspots around South Lake Tahoe.

10

Jerry

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect little quiet hideaway within 10 mins of walking distance from shopping, food, farmers market, and the beach!

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Jessica

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

It’s too cold outside to be THIS cozy inside! My husband and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary over NYE in room 2. It was lovely and we hope to come back! The hot tub was great, and the bus stop to the slopes is RIGHT outside. It’s honestly the perfect location. Walking distance to the lake and great food (highly recommended the sushi happy hour around the corner), only 1 bus stop away from California lodge ski Lyft, and free parking. There was a fireplace in the room, we had access to a fridge and microwave, and there is a bar inside the lobby! They have a ton of games and an awesome DVD collection. Best hotel we’ve honestly stayed in. Also everyone was super nice and helpful! The only thing that could have made the stay better was if there was another mirror in our room and if the WiFi was faster.

10

Adrian

Sep 2, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Beautiful property. Friendly helpful kind staff. Good sized room. Convenient location. Easy parking.

10

Gabriella

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a super place to stay - clean, quiet, with great staff and surrounded by trees. It's a little oasis away from the buzz of town. Easily walkable to the lake and town.

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Angela

Jan 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is a great value and the location is ideal for skiing Heavenly. The staff is welcoming and friendly. The rooms are updated and comfortable and include extra touches including a fireplace and robes and slippers. The shuttle bus stop is right in front of the property making the location super convenient.

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Peter

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is ideal close enough but far enough to the activity. Rooms are well appointed, clean and are a small efficiency. Parking is easy. Property is beautiful. Staff is friendly and helpful. Close to numerous restaurants and a quick walk to the lake. Only thing missing was a second mirror outside of the bathroom, so that one can put make up on or do hair while other is showering.

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James

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful place in South Lake Tahoe. Nice to be away from the bustling city center. Great restaurants nearby

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Dining

There is no on-site restaurant or breakfast; the lobby bar serves beer and wine with limited snacks. Several guests appreciated complimentary drink vouchers.

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judith

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I liked having a cold glass of wine shortly after our arrival. Thank you!

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Stephanie

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect hotel for a getaway weekend. Super nice staff, nice beer and wine bar in the lobby, and a toasty hot tub. 10/10 recommend.

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Cynthia

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Liked the free upgrade and welcome beverage!

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Mark

Jun 25, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall, a nice place. The fire place in our living did not work and the cable television had no movie channels. There is no restaurant and not even continental breakfast, but the staff was friendly and the rooms were clean.

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Mahesh Subramanian

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No dining in hotel. Rooms are very well upgraded and maintained.

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Donald G

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Wine, and Beer Bar with Minimal Snacks was ALL that was available on the Property!

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Judy

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Chilled back. No breakfast or food but we liked that. We wanted to make the most of our days

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Lindsey

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Rooms are super cute and modern. Great amenities with nice soaps, towels and even a hot water pot, microwave and mini fridge. The hot tub looked nice, but we never made it there to enjoy it. You get free drink coupon upon arrival which was a plus! Staff is super friendly! Definitely will return here!

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Raul

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A light breakfast would be nice.

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Sue

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room we stayed in (one of the larger ones) needed better lighting in the kitchen, living room and dining areas and an update in decor throughout. The style and quality did not match that of the photographs on the website. Also, the website indicated that "small plates" were available in the evening but only snacks like potato chips are offered. The staff at the inn were not very knowledgeable about things to do in the area. If it is a first-time visit to Lake Tahoe and the surrounding region, advice on the various activities and places to visit would make guests' stay more enjoyable. The restaurants recommended by the inn also need better vetting. We quickly learned that Tahoe is not a foodie destination and better recommendations would have bee appreciated to avoid disappointing dining experiences.

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Black Bear Lodge

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