Desolation Hotel | Resort in South Lake Tahoe

| 9.6 (73 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  1 Bathroom
Lakeside Park Resort | Desolation Hotel

Resort in Lakeside Park, South Lake Tahoe

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 hot 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 hot 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.

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933 Poplar St, South Lake Tahoe, 96150, USA

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
Pet FriendlyPet Friendly
PoolPool
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Bedding/LinensBedding/Linens
SkiingSkiing
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor CookingBarbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
Hot TubHot Tub
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BathroomsBathrooms
  • TowelsTowels
  • BathrobesBathrobes
  • Hair dryerHair dryer
  • Heated floor (bathroom)Heated floor (bathroom)
  • Separate bathtub and showerSeparate bathtub and shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Rainfall showerheadRainfall showerhead
BedroomBedroom
  • Frette Italian sheetsFrette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic beddingHypo-allergenic bedding
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Premium beddingPremium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtainsBlackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating (climate-controlled)Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Down comforterDown comforter
  • SafeSafe
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Laundry detergentLaundry detergent
  • Laptop-friendly workspaceLaptop-friendly workspace
  • SoundproofingSoundproofing
  • Electrical adapters/chargersElectrical adapters/chargers
  • Washer and dryerWasher and dryer
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products providedEco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Access via exterior corridorsAccess via exterior corridors
  • PhonePhone
  • In-room massageIn-room massage
  • FireplaceFireplace
  • SlippersSlippers
  • Guidebooks/recommendationsGuidebooks/recommendations
  • Private outdoor hot tubPrivate outdoor hot tub
  • Mobile key entryMobile key entry
BreakfastBreakfast
  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 20-50 per personFull breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 20-50 per person
  • 1 restaurant1 restaurant
  • Room service availableRoom service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • 2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar2 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
  • MicrowaveMicrowave
  • StovetopStovetop
  • Cookware/dishes/utensilsCookware/dishes/utensils
  • SpicesSpices
  • ToasterToaster
  • OvenOven
  • Electric kettleElectric kettle
  • Champagne serviceChampagne service
  • Free bottled waterFree bottled water
  • Cleaning suppliesCleaning supplies
  • KitchenKitchen
  • Local meal delivery serviceLocal meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridgeMini-fridge
  • Paper towelsPaper towels
  • Coffee/tea makerCoffee/tea maker
ParkingParking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)Uncovered self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Electric car charging station on siteElectric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking availableWheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Street parking availableStreet parking available
  • Free offsite parking within 5 ftFree offsite parking within 5 ft
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Free beach shuttleFree beach shuttle
  • Free ski shuttleFree ski shuttle
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Visual fire alarmVisual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible poolWheelchair-accessible pool
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Braille signageBraille signage
  • Hardwood flooring in roomHardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parkingWheelchair-accessible van parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurantWheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevatorWheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entranceStair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travelWheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroomWheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible parkingWheelchair-accessible parking
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Pool hoist on sitePool hoist on site
  • Front entrance rampFront entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entranceWell-lit path to entrance
ActivitiesActivities
  • Horse ridingHorse riding
  • Health/beauty spaHealth/beauty spa
  • MarinaMarina
  • Boat toursBoat tours
  • Ski liftsSki lifts
  • Water skiingWater skiing
  • Ski areaSki area
  • CasinoCasino
  • SleddingSledding
  • SnowboardingSnowboarding
  • Jet skiingJet skiing
  • SnowmobilingSnowmobiling
  • Outlet shoppingOutlet shopping
  • Motor boatingMotor boating
  • SkiingSkiing
  • FishingFishing
  • Ice skatingIce skating
  • Hiking/biking trailsHiking/biking trails
  • Cross-country skiingCross-country skiing
  • SnowshoeingSnowshoeing
  • Private beachPrivate beach
  • SwimmingSwimming
  • Ski runsSki runs
  • Snow tubingSnow tubing
  • KayakingKayaking
  • ParasailingParasailing
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • Free bicycle rentalsFree bicycle rentals
  • Spa servicesSpa services
  • Steam roomSteam room
  • Beach yogaBeach yoga
  • Beach volleyballBeach volleyball
  • Hot tubHot tub
  • SaunaSauna
  • Bike storageBike storage
  • Fitness centerFitness center
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Premium channelsPremium channels
  • Streaming servicesStreaming services
  • Digital channelsDigital channels
  • 43-inch Smart TV43-inch Smart TV
  • HuluHulu
GeneralGeneral
  • Meeting roomsMeeting rooms
  • Coworking spaceCoworking space
  • Gift shop/newsstandGift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machineVending machine
  • Water dispenserWater dispenser
  • ElevatorElevator
  • SpanishSpanish
  • EnglishEnglish
  • Beach towelsBeach towels
  • Fireplace in lobbyFireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Romance packages availableRomance packages available
  • Couples diningCouples dining
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Children's gamesChildren's games
  • MicrowaveMicrowave
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • Washer/dryerWasher/dryer
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • KitchenKitchen
  • Mini-fridgeMini-fridge
  • Soundproofed roomsSoundproofed rooms
  • Fence around the poolFence around the pool
  • Pool gatePool gate
  • Snack bar/deliSnack bar/deli
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)Change of towels (on request)
  • Turndown serviceTurndown service
  • Multilingual staffMultilingual staff
  • Laundry facilitiesLaundry facilities
  • Tour/ticket assistanceTour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storageLuggage storage
  • Housekeeping (on request)Housekeeping (on request)
  • Ski storageSki storage
InternetInternet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired InternetAvailable in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired InternetAvailable in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • FirepitFirepit
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • Nature reserveNature reserve
  • Pool sun loungersPool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellasPool umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanasFree pool cabanas
  • Outdoor entertainment areaOutdoor entertainment area
  • Beach loungersBeach loungers
  • Furnished balcony or patioFurnished balcony or patio

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability express check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 11:00 am express check-out available late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Fee for full breakfast: approximately usd 20 to 50 per person uncovered self parking fee: usd 20 per night 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) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Food and water bowls are available pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 75 per pet, per night service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

James
Feb 21, 2026 08:55:29 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The staff was amazing! Very friendly and helpful. Very thing about the room was amazing, the fireplaces made for a nice atmosphere and we loved the heated floors in the bathroom
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Deluxe Studio, Balcony
Room Size: 365 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
Deluxe Studio, Balcony

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, In-room playpen, Square meters - 34, Square feet - 365, Ping - 10, Desk chair, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Desk, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Grand Suite, Balcony
Room Size: m2
2 King Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
Grand Suite, Balcony

General

Premium TV channels, Digital TV service, Hulu, Number of bedrooms - 1, Dishwasher, In-room playpen, Number of living rooms 1, Desk chair, Streaming services, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Smart TV, Desk, No cribs (infant beds), Freezer, Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony
Room Size: m2
2 King Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
Deluxe Studio, Mobility Accessible, Balcony

General

Premium TV channels, Digital TV service, Hulu, Number of bedrooms - 1, In-room playpen, Wheelchair accessible, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Desk chair, Streaming services, Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Smart TV, Desk, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 2, City view, Bed count maximum 2
Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms
Room Size: 475 square feet m2
2 King Bed and Queen Sofa Bed
Premium Townhome, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms

General

Premium TV channels, Digital TV service, Hulu, Number of bedrooms - 1, Dishwasher, Ping - 13, In-room playpen, Number of living rooms 1, Square meters - 44, Square feet - 475, Streaming services, Private bathroom, Pool view, No rollaway/extra beds, Smart TV, No cribs (infant beds), Freezer, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2

FAQ's

Is this Desolation Hotel pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Desolation Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Desolation Hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Desolation Hotel?

Best-rates for the Desolation Hotel starts from $528 per night with includes Business Services, Pool, Ocean View, Entertainment, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Skiing, Hot Tub, Laundry, Kitchen, Bedding/Linens, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Guest Services, Internet, Pet Friendly, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Restaurant, Bar, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Sports/Activities, Air Conditioner, View, Accessibility, Fireplace/Heating, Breakfast, Parking, Child Friendly with all other facilities. Hotala.co.za matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Desolation Hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Desolation Hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Desolation Hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Desolation Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Desolation Hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Desolation Hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Desolation Hotel are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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